The Unity of Muslims — Page 19
19 two people converse inside, someone standing outside would be able to distinguish between their voices. In essence, some differences cannot be articulated in words, but our sensory faculties can still identify them. Allah the Exalted says that all this diversity is a great divine sign. Just consider the array of colours, each with numerous tints and shades. When a woman visits a bazaar and a vendor shows her a red garment, she asks for lighter or darker shades. In other words, every colour boasts a variety of tints and shades, be it green, yellow, or any other colour. In short, all objects in the world are distinct, and God Almighty says that this fact is a sign for those who possess knowledge and understanding. When a layman walks into a forest, they observe the trees superficially. However, a forest officer can identify different types of plants and their chemical compositions, as well as trees that can be used for specific purposes. Similarly, a fisherman who goes out to sea can distinguish different types of fish and their characteristics, such as which species are spiny, which ones are better suited for preparing delectable fritters, and those that are especially savoury when cooked. To us, it may seem like just a body of water, but