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There is a silence that exists
beyond language,
a stillness where no borders breathe,
where no names are asked,
only presence felt.
Peace is not a treaty,
nor the absence of noise,
but the soft recognition
that your sorrow echoes in my chest,
and my joy dances in your eyes.
We were never strangers.
Only mirrors covered in dust,
each of us carrying the whole sky
in the curve of our ribcage,
each heartbeat a thread
sewn into the same cosmic fabric.
I have walked through temples,
mosques, churches, and forests,
and found the same hush
resting between prayers and leaves.
Call it God.
Call it Love.
Call it the quiet after a child’s laughter,
but it is One.
When I hold your hand,
I am holding the universe
in its most sacred form.
Let us not divide the sunlight
by nation, by race, by creed,
for the sun does not choose
who it warms.
Let us return
to the beginning of all beginnings,
when we were not “I” and “You”
but Us.
A single breath,
a single flame,
a single note in the grand song
of existence.
Author Haroon Rashid
Biography: Haroon Rashid is an internationally celebrated author, poet, and scholar renowned for his profound literary works and contributions to global peace and education. He gained worldwide recognition for his poetry book We Fell Asleep in One World and Woke Up in Another, which deeply resonated with readers across cultures and was later translated by Nobel Prize Laureate 2024 Eva Petropoulou Lianou. His book Author Haroon Rashid Quotes further solidified his reputation as a writer who masterfully blends wisdom, spirituality, and human emotions into his work.
Haroon’s literary achievements have earned him numerous accolades, including the United Nations Karmaveer Chakra Award and the Global Peace Award from the Mother Teresa International Foundation. His influence extends beyond literature, as he has been honored with an Honorary Degree in Humanity from La Haye, France, and the Golden Eagle Award for Literary Excellence. He has proudly represented India at various international literary and peace events, including the Paper Fiber Fest and the International Congress of Education in Mexico.
Beyond writing, Haroon Rashid is an advocate for sustainable development, serving as an ambassador for SDG4 (Quality Education) and SDG13 (Climate Action). His works emphasize themes of peace, cultural harmony, and personal transformation through enriching humanity. As the ‘National Vice Chairman of Youth India’ at the Mother Teresa International Foundation, he actively promotes youth engagement in education and humanitarian efforts.
Haroon Rashid’s influence has reached global platforms, with invitations to speak at prestigious events in Mexico and Greece, and features in O, The Oprah Magazine and The Oprah Winfrey Show. Through his writing and activism, he continues to inspire millions, leaving an indelible mark on literature and global consciousness.
