Learn how to tie the Attha (knot) of life
Learn how to tie the Attha (knot) of life
This is a translation of the thoughtful piece on life's philosophy, inspired by the traditional craft of charpoy (woven bed) making:
A little while ago, I came across a beautiful example of Al-Kasib Habibullah (one who earns a livelihood through hard work is beloved by Allah) on Facebook, and my heart was filled with joy. It was about a blind man from Shore Lote, a true craftsman of Allah, who is diligently providing for his family by earning a halal (lawful) livelihood!
This scene brought a sincere prayer to my lips.
In a society where everyone—from a peon to a president, a prime minister, be they uniformed or non-uniformed, clerics, doctors, or teachers—often seems to hold the knife of ruthlessness and selfishness, the simplicity and honest earning of a hardworking person illuminate the heart with a lamp of hope.
I recall my childhood, when charpoys were woven in homes and neighborhoods. Grandmothers, grandmothers (maternal side), and mothers would call us to help, and we would typically try to slip away. But one voice would call out: "Help us tie the Attha!"—and only then were we allowed to go play.
The real mastery in the entire weaving of the charpoy lies hidden in making the Attha (a specific fundamental knot or clamping mechanism). This knot holds the calculation of the rope, the balance of the warps (woven threads), and the structural integrity of the entire frame.
This is the point where the Paandi (the sides), the Sarandi (the weight-bearing head/foot), the rope, the string, and the Paaye (the legs) all come together to form the real shape of a charpoy. If the Attha is correctly tied, the entire charpoy becomes strong, balanced, and long-lasting.
Life is exactly the same.
If we consider life to be a charpoy:
Attha = Knowledge and Wisdom
Paaye (Legs) = Firm Decisions
Paandi/Sarandi (Sides/Supports) = Our Resources (whether few or many)
And all these come together to create a "Charpoy of Life" upon which we can sleep with satisfaction.
The true genius is not in wealth, power, or grandeur; the real skill is in correctly tying the Attha of life.
If our knowledge is correct, our decisions are firm, and our resources—no matter how limited—are applied in the right places, then life will neither fall apart nor become loose or wobbly.
Just as hardworking individuals like Al-Kasib/Habibullah do not mourn their deprivations, beg, or steal, but instead rely on their hard work to earn a lawful livelihood, we too need to fix our own Attha.
The charpoy of life becomes strong when we learn how to tie the Attha.
Knot together knowledge, courage, hard work, and honesty! Then, see how life supports you, bears your weight, and gives you peace.
That is all. If the Attha is strong, life will never break.

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