Exploring the Vibrant World: The Wonders of the Natural World
In the realm of sports, Mirasada Buric, a renowned athlete, made her mark at the Olympic Games in Barcelona, competing in the 3000 metres steeplechase. However, her journey to the Games was far from ordinary, as she trained amidst war machinery and destroyed buildings in her native Bosnia. This ironic backdrop served as a poignant reminder of the human disregard for nature, a theme that resonates deeply in religious texts and literature.
The Bible, for instance, portrays humans as stewards of the earth, given the responsibility to care for it. However, misuse or exploitation of nature is often depicted as a manifestation of humanity's fallen state, leading to divine punishment, as seen in the Flood narrative. Similarly, in Islamic tradition, humans are seen as stewards (khalifah) of the earth, responsible for maintaining balance and not causing corruption (fasad).
Mirasada Buric's story, trainings amidst war-torn landscapes, symbolises the broader ethical and existential issues surrounding human disregard for nature. This disregard is not limited to the past; it is a daily choice that individuals make in relation to nature. The creator, associated with love and care for all created beings, stands in stark contrast to the destroyer, symbolising pollution and further destruction of the atmosphere.
The earth, created as good... very good, is now groaning under the weight of human actions. From the destruction of mountains and rivers to the endangerment of animals and the pollution of the sea, the earth is crying out for redemption. This destruction began with man's first sin, and it is a reminder that there is no middle road; one is either with God or with the devil.
Yet, hope remains. The Bible prophesies a new earth and new heaven, where no one will have the right to do evil. This glorious day is eagerly anticipated by created beings, waiting and hoping for the Creator King, Jesus Christ, to set up his law of love. On this day, there will be no more destruction, as the devil and his followers will have been judged.
As we navigate our daily lives, we are reminded of our responsibility to care for what God has given us. Whether it's training for an Olympic race or simply living our daily lives, we have the choice to either obey the creator or the destroyer. The choice is ours, and the earth waits for us to make the right one.
Mirasada Buric's personal struggles with her training conditions in environmental-science devastated landscapes underscores the relevance of spiritual teachings regarding humanity's responsibility towards nature. In line with religious texts, every individual's actions related to the environment today, whether in the realm of science, sports, or everyday life, symbolize a preference towards either the creator or the destroyer.
