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For centuries, communities around the world have questioned humanity’s place in the universe and have pointed towards the cosmos for answers. The sun, the moon and the stars nurture this world and all of its inhabitants by providing us with the light necessary to flourish day and night and for that they have often been associated with higher beings with the knowledge and wisdom to guide us.

The sun selflessly provides food for plant life around the world and dictates the circadian rhythm of all life and without its light, all ecosystems as we know them would collapse. It burns bright and fuels our souls with hope as each time it rises in the horizon, it brings another day for us to experience the blessing of life.

The moon gives a calming presence that juxtaposes the fear imbedded into us as we step into the night and face the unknown that lurks within its shadows. It moderates our world's axis and generates a stable climate as it dictates the movement of the tides. It takes care of us through the night until we are graced by the sun once again.

The stars ornament the sky with projections of light that let us know the cosmos are vast and contain more secrets than the human brain can comprehend. Explorers have used the stars as their guide when exploring our world and timekeepers have used the stars and their constellations to keep track of calendaring time.

The sun, moon and sky have always held a deep meaning in religions around the world and continue to provide a sense of spiritual connection and understanding. As we continue to grow as people and strive to do what’s right for the greater benefit of the world, always remember that the sun, moon and stars are looking down upon us hoping we can all work as selflessly as they do.

Karim Isaac Hyderali | Editor in Chief