Tribute to All Mothers!
A Mother's Day tribute to the mothers of martyrs worldwide, particularly those from Gaza, Lebanon, Syria, Iraq, Iran, Yemen, Kashmir, Myanmar and the Uighur.
The mothers of the martyrs of the resistance take pride in their fallen sons and reaffirm their commitment to supporting the cause of resistance and the struggle for freedom from occupation.
Palestinian and Lebanese women embody courage and resilience, meriting justice dignity. Their lives are often defined by three profound roles: the wife of a martyr, the mother of martyr, or the wife of a missing son.
On May 11, as the nation celebrates Mother’s Day, many pastors expect it to be among the highest church attendance days of the year, while retailers forecast that spending to honor mothers will reach $34.1 billion.
This year, I am struggling to celebrate Mother’s Day, even though it coincides with my daughter’s birthday on May 11th.
In celebration of Mother’s Day, Speak, Silent No More conveys sincere greetings, warmth, and tranquility to mothers and their families worldwide.
May God send peace and blessings upon the mother of Prophet Musa (Moses), ‘Ayaarkha, upon Jesus and his mother Maryam (Mary), and upon the mother, wife, and daughter of Prophet Muhammad.
Returned to Allentown from Canada after attending the funeral of my nephew's mother, who tragically lost his father just three months prior. This must be an exceptionally challenging time for the entire family.
Death is an inevitable fate for every soul. I pray to God (Allah) to grant ease in this transition for all, and may we persist in imploring Him to extend His Infinite Mercy upon our parents.
O Allah, we earnestly beseech You to bestow infinite mercy and compassion upon our beloved mothers on this Mother’s Day. To our dearest mother, we deeply mourn your absence, yet we treasure your loving memory within our hearts.
We will eternally treasure your tender love, sacrifices, and care throughout our lives, both in our youth and as we have grown. In His infinite wisdom, Allah has placed an immeasurable love in the heart of every mother for her children.
We owe our mothers an immeasurable debt of gratitude for what they have done for us.
https://www.mcall.com/2008/05/10/we-owe-our-mothers-a-debt-we-can’t-repay-for-all-theyve-done-for-us-faith-values/
This essay will consist of two parts. I write with the metaphorical tears of blood that flow from my fingertips to the keyboard. These words are not merely my own, but are compelled by the anguish of grieving mothers, in whose arms lie the lifeless bodies of their innocent children, and the torment endured by suffering souls.
It is not I who writes, but rather the "pen of humanity" itself. If humanity remains silent, does it signify not the victory of Falsehood, but rather the triumph of Truth?
As a devoted follower of Imam Hussein, the grandson of Prophet Muhammad, who sacrificed his six-month-old son, Ali Asghar, on the plains of Karbala to save humanity, I stand firmly against any form of genocide, whether perpetuated by Hitler or Zionists. I will not remain silent and will always speak out against injustice.
History of Mother’s Day:
War protesters emphasize the original purpose of Mother’s Day, as Julia Ward Howe's Mother’s Day Proclamation called upon women to oppose war..
In 1870, Ms. Howe urged women to rise with a passionate plea: "Disarm! Disarm... Our sons shall not be taken from us to fight... We, the women of one nation, will be too compassionate towards those of another to allow our sons to be trained to harm."
Hundreds of mothers, led by actress Susan Sarandon and prominent figures Cindy Sheehan and Johnson, organized a 24-hour Mother’s Day vigil on May 13-14. Despite the rain, they gathered to demand an end to the war in Iraq and to protest against a potential military attack on Iran.
The demonstration, organized by Code Pink Women for Peace, featured an aerial banner displaying the message: “Mom says NO WAR,” with a plane flying in circles around the city.
The conflict against humanity, particularly targeting mothers, perpetuated by the Zionist regime:
UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk. “Every 10 minutes a child is killed or wounded. While on average of two Palestinian mothers are killed every single hour.
Mothers frequently forgo their own sustenance, skipping meals to ensure their children are nourished, Zionist Israel carries out bombings and breaches international humanitarian laws, leaving mothers and children to bear the heaviest burden.
Numerous reports by the UN and human rights organizations have found that approximately 70% of those killed by Israel in Gaza are mothers and children.
Over 9,000 mothers have lost their lives, with many others trapped beneath the rubble. On average, 63 mothers are killed daily in Gaza. Approximately 60,000 pregnant women in Gaza are suffering from malnutrition and dehydration as a result of the ongoing conflict.
According to UNRWA, approximately 95 percent of pregnant and breastfeeding women in northern Gaza experience severe food poverty, with nearly nine out of ten women reporting greater difficulty accessing food compared to men.
Mothers in Gaza demonstrate remarkable courage and determination, enduring appalling conditions that highlight their extraordinary resilience. These women frequently face the ordeal of giving birth in environments that are inhumane, degrading, and fraught with danger.
Thousands of pregnant women face the harsh of giving birth in tents or on the streets. Currently, the shortage of anesthetics, medicines, and sanitary supplies makes surgical interventions almost impossible.
Alongside the existing shortages, Israel's airstrikes and incursions into hospitals have further worsened the already dire situation.
The representative of the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) for the State of Palestine has described the conditions faced by mothers and infants in Gaza as nightmarish.
"It is a nightmare surpassing a humanitarian crisis… It is an unparalleled catastrophe for humanity," stated Dominic Allen.
The ministry reports that tens of thousands of pregnant women in Gaza are suffering from malnutrition, dehydration, and a lack of adequate medical care.
War on Mothers:
UN experts have expressed concern regarding the arbitrary detention of hundreds of Palestinian mothers, who have reportedly been subjected to sexual assault, including being forcibly stripped naked.
Despite enduring immense challenges, mothers in Gaza have profoundly inspired the world with their courage, resilience, unwavering faith, and deep connection to their land. They deserve peace, justice, and dignity.
A recent report by the Office of the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights states that Israel's military actions in Gaza have resulted in the deaths of at least sixty thousand Palestinians since October 7, 2023. The report further highlights that mothers and children comprise nearly 70% of these casualties.
Furthermore, UNRWA spokesperson Louise Wateridge stated that numerous mothers and girls detained by Israeli soldiers have endured sexual violence, including rape, with some fatalities resulting from the torture and repeated assaults they suffered.
To be continued! A poem on Mother (Maa) by Sir Muhammad Iqbal, an Islamic philosopher, poet, politician.