Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 21 March 2025Today, as the world observes the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, it is worth pausing to remember why this…14h ago14h ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 20 March 2025It’s early morning, and I’m at the airport, waiting to board a flight. I had to wake up earlier than usual to get ready and make my way…1d ago1d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 19 March 2025Some gifts arrive unexpectedly, like Hajar’s well of Zamzam — water springing forth from barren ground. Others must be earned, drawn up…2d ago2d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 18 March 2025When Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) was thrown into the fire by his people, it was meant to destroy him. But instead, the fire became cool…3d ago3d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project —17 March 2025Every day, as the fast unfolds, there is a moment when effort gives way to surrender. The body, disciplined in restraint, reaches a…4d ago4d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 16 March 2025The 13th-century poet and mystic Jalaluddin Rumi wrote a poem called The Guest House, inviting us to greet every emotion, thought, and…5d ago5d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 15 March 2025Ramadan is a gentle invitation not only into abstinence, but into a deeper quality of perception. As the fast continues, moments often…6d ago6d ago
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 14 March 2025Today, as India celebrates Holi, the festival of colours, there’s a unique convergence with Ramadan, the Islamic holy month of fasting…Mar 14Mar 14
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 13 March 2025At sunset, as the fast is broken, there is a moment of quiet recognition. A single date, held between fingers, becomes more than just food…Mar 13Mar 13
Published inRukmini IyerThe Human Cohesion Project — 12 March 2025In the vast desert, under the relentless sun, a woman ran back and forth, seven times, between two hills. She was searching, desperate for…Mar 12Mar 12