By L. Imafidon
Across the world and throughout history, a common thread runs through almost every religion: the anticipation of a figure who will come to save humanity, restore justice, or bring ultimate peace. In Christianity, believers hold fast to the hope of the Second Coming of Jesus Christ, a time when he will return to judge the world and establish a kingdom of peace. In Islam, followers anticipate the arrival of the Mahdi, guided to restore fairness, alongside the return of Jesus, who will defeat evil and bring harmony. Judaism nurtures the expectation of the Messiah, a leader destined to unite humanity and bring enduring peace, while Hinduism envisions Kalki, the tenth avatar of Vishnu, who will appear at the end of the current age to restore righteousness. In Buddhism, the figure of Maitreya symbolizes the future Buddha who will teach pure dharma when the teachings of the current Buddha have faded, and Sikhism embodies the ideal of a leader who will eradicate oppression and uphold justice.
While these beliefs inspire hope, devotion, and moral guidance, the reality on the ground often shows that waiting for a savior is not enough. Wars continue, poverty persists, injustices remain unchallenged, and many people pass through life without addressing the challenges they face daily. Waiting for divine intervention, without taking initiative, can lead to a life spent in passivity, allowing opportunities to improve oneself and society to slip away.
Human beings are capable of shaping their own destiny. Progress comes when faith is paired with action. Taking responsibility for personal growth, educating oneself, collaborating with others, and practicing compassion and justice can create meaningful change in communities. Ethical behavior and active participation in society allow people to tackle problems directly rather than relying solely on hope. Hope can inspire, but action transforms potential into reality.
Ultimately, while religions teach anticipation for a savior, life is finite, and time cannot be paused. Waiting for someone else to change the world risks wasting the precious time we are given. By combining belief with deliberate effort, humans can cultivate a better world for themselves and others, proving that salvation is not only a matter of faith but also of action.
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