Very philosophical.
Everyone has their beliefs and calling. You cannot deny that mankind will always seek ways to lead better lives if not for themselves then for the next/future generation.
It is precisely because of this innate desire to better our lives that we strive, work hard and come up with new inventions and better ways to do things.
At the individual level, the individual is also doing the same thing. He grows up wanting to do better than his parents and to provide a better future for his own children. He knows he cannot bring all his worldly possessions with him, but he will go with the knowledge that these possessions will be passed on to his children or charitable organisations of his choosing.
We should therefore not worry about the rich, but rather about ourselves and our children. Dont let talk of "not able to bring your wealth with you into the grave" stop you from seeking a better life and working hard. Those are excuses used by lazy people.
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Originally Posted by Unregistered
In this world, there are basic needs and there are wants. The large majority of people is able to fulfil their needs. Then they desire wants. They are not happy with cheap BTO flat, they want to live in a condo. While there is nothing wrong to desire a condo, it must be within your ability. You must be able to afford it without sacrificing on your morality, integrity and responsibilities towards your parents and children. If you strive to earn more by cheating, back stabbing, lying, ignoring your children, not giving allowance to your parents, etc, then it is bad and sinful.
We all work hard to gain more possessions of this world, but don't forget that when you die all the wealth will not go to the grave with you. What is most important is whether you are a true believer or whether you associate Him with others. Do you worship Him only or do you worship His Creations and others? Remember - He has no parents. He has no son and no children. He is The One and Only Creator. He is The Greatest.
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