The End of Humanity

The End of Humanity

For some time the city of Karachi has been of my immense interest. It is appalling and yet intriguing to see how this once glistening and sprawling city became prey to the most violent sectarian and ethnic clashes in the history of Pakistan. Recent attacks on the residents of Abbas Town in the metropolitan city killed over 40 people and injured more than 140 people. It was undoubtedly an addition to the long list of brutal attacks launched against the religious Shia community.  Over the passage of time the attacks have increased in terms of casualty as well as the grotesque impact it leaves behind on the families of the victims. 

Moreover, with time, these sectarian motivated attacks have trickled down from the far-fetched areas of Balochistan to the once vibrant life found on the streets of Karachi. Let’s get one thing straight here. No religion or sect in the world endorses the killing of innocent people under any condition. So, under any circumstances it is barbaric to support any such acts. I have been a student having acquired a master degree in Dubai in the subject of Islamic Studies; there is no place where any such killing is encouraged. But, just for a second, consider the magnitude of obliteration caused by these recent twin bombings, even after sidelining the painful reality of the irrevocable loss of human life, it is hard to turn away from the painful reality that the houses they had built over the years after investing their sweat and blood have been destroyed.  

Many have lost their children, their shops and family members. For them it’s the end of humanity, it’s the end of brotherhood; it’s the end of affection, love and cognizance. For someone watching all of this on television, simply condemning the attacks is an easy task, but for those affected by these attacks, who have lost their loved ones, things have reached far beyond the tipping point of verbal statements of condemnation and financial compensations from government. 

There is nothing more dangerous than a man who has nothing to lose. When you test people to their highest level of patience, there comes a point when the only outlet for their internal frustrations is to watch the world burn. It doesn’t matter who they kill, may it be women, children or old age men, since for them it’s the end of humanity.

Author Bio:

Nick Harris is an educational consultant by profession. He also specializes in providing essay writing service to students. You can now tweet Nick at @nickhar28