Embracing the Fragility of Life | A Reminder from the Mortuary
Introduction: In a poignant encounter at a mortuary, I was confronted with a stark reality that left an indelible mark on my perception of life. The sight of lifeless bodies, stripped of all worldly possessions and dignity, forced me to ponder the essence of our existence. This article aims to shed light on the fleeting nature of life, the futility of material pursuits, and the importance of humility and compassion. Join me on this introspective journey as we explore the profound lessons learned from that haunting experience.
THIS LIFE … OR Life is Nothing … Life is a Precious Gift
The day I entered mortuary, what I saw was indescribable. Human beings laid down on bare floor and stark naked. They were more than fifty. Some were supported by jerry cans, some were placed on bare floor, some on tables and some on plank. Women and Men were together but were stoned dead with their private part uncovered.
When we pushed Dare inside, the attendant removed all the cloth on his body and my leader was stark naked and he was placed on a wood. I looked at him, he could not protest, he could not use his hands to cover his nakedness and I asked myself, what is this life all about?
👉Why are we struggling to possess everything?
👉Why are we having pride and ego as if we own the world?
👉Why can’t we forgive one another and know that vanity over vanity and all is vanity?
See house owners, degree holders, car owners, lying on top of one another naked without shame. See different hair styles on the head of women and here they are stoned dead.
Life is nothing, position is for a while, riches and wealth is temporary. I don’t know when am leaving this world but I have an idea of what will happen to me when am no more.
I want to be better than yesterday, I want to be more humble. I want to be more forgiving and I want to be more humane than before because I have seen that life is nothing and death is certain and it is a leveler of status in life.
Let us step on the sand softly as the floor is slippery.
Content: The mortuary scene was both surreal and humbling. The lifeless bodies, devoid of clothing and laid out on various surfaces, obliterated the boundaries of social status and material possessions. It became evident that our struggles to accumulate wealth, chase fame, and indulge in pride were mere illusions in the face of our inevitable mortality.
Reflecting on this encounter, several questions arose. Why do we tirelessly strive to possess everything? Why do we cling to pride and ego as if we own the world? Can we not find it within ourselves to forgive, recognizing the transient nature of our lives and the ultimate vanity of our pursuits?
The haunting image of homeowners, degree holders, and car owners lying together in naked vulnerability shattered the facade of societal constructs. The various hairstyles adorning the heads of women were inconsequential in the face of death’s indiscriminate grasp.
It became clear that life is ephemeral, and our positions, possessions, and wealth are transient. Though the exact timing of our departure from this world remains unknown, the certainty of death looms over us all.
This realization prompted a personal transformation within me. I resolved to embrace each day as an opportunity for growth and self-improvement. I pledged to cultivate humility, forgiveness, and compassion in my interactions with others. Witnessing the fragility of life reminded me that our shared destiny in death equalizes all worldly distinctions.
Conclusion: As we tread upon the slippery sands of existence, let us do so with grace and humility. The mortuary served as a profound reminder that life’s true essence lies beyond material possessions and societal hierarchies. Our journey on this Earth is ephemeral, and it is in our hands to make it meaningful. Let us strive to be better versions of ourselves, to approach each day with humility and forgiveness, and to cherish the gift of humanity. Embracing the fragility of life allows us to appreciate its beauty and to navigate its uncertainties with compassion and grace.
