TRUST creates life. Through faith, life is enabled to grow. Mutual growth leads to harmony.
The planets in the universe exist in harmony. Galaxies never overlap each other’s territories. The Solar System never reconfigures itself. Yet, betrayal by any planet would mean destruction. Imagine if Pluto decided to betray the solar system by taking Earth’s place. Suppose Mercury betrays us by taking the Sun’s place? It’s not going to happen. Betrayal doesn’t exist anywhere in the universe. The solar system is always reliable.
Harmony in this universe is maintained by trust. Betrayal is a concept foreign to the universe’s elements. We can always count on the sun. It consistently ascends and descends. We are never betrayed by the Moon. It causes us to establish a set of calendars. We can always count on the seasons. They show up and vanish when they’re supposed to. Chaos will erupt in our lives if the universe betrays us. Our extinction is assured if the Sun does not appear. Without a lunar pattern, our festivals would be impossible to celebrate. Survival would be impossible if the seasons failed us. However, as stated previously, the universe does not betray.
The universe never breaks its own rules. The Sun is aware that it can’t betray humanity, as it would bring nature’s curse of extinction. The Moon is aware that it will always be loyal to the Sun and can never be the Sun. Seasons are aware that they need the Sun and Moon. They all cooperate, never betraying each other or humankind. Then, how and why do human societies include betrayal? It’s a demon that horribly makes humans suffer. To be human is a true blessing. To betray others is a life-long curse. Trust is the opposite of betrayal. Trust draws in things that fight off betrayal. But how do humans, who trust each other, begin to betray one another? When we’re driven to acquire more, it can blind us to the truth that our actions shape our lives. People often justify betrayal by claiming it’s a rational way to win. Men cannot dominate other men, just as the Sun cannot overcome the Moon, yet humans rarely consider this. Betrayal arises as a result of comparison in this process. Betrayal occurs when people can’t find happiness and become consumed by greed, fostering evil thoughts. Betraying others, whether accidental or deliberate, leads to terrible repercussions.
Its results are beyond comprehension. Betrayal is a profound injustice, affecting both the individual and society. Betrayal challenges someone’s ability to trust others. They battle their ability to identify people they know. It brings years of resentment and dejection into their life. They don’t live up to their potential and underachieve in life. Betrayal can lead to a joyless life devoid of faith. Some people can move past betrayal, yet many remain stuck, struggling to heal from the trauma. Picture a day when we’re isolated, away from our support system. What’s the potential scenario? We would feel fear and uncertainty. To live a fulfilling life, we rely on others. We choose to either betray our guides or appreciate them to help more people. Betraying them instead of thanking them teaches them that trust equals chaos. This is how society is impacted by betrayal. It ruins trust and faith and it stops people from being generous.
This alters the way society is organized. A society where betrayal is common becomes chaotic, where evils flourish and demons infiltrate the social structure. Should this persist, society will turn into a place where people survive by taking advantage of each other, risking others’ well-being. Betrayal is similar to the act of destroying humanity’s core values. The universe is taking note. Karma exists. When someone betrays another, a cosmic imbalance is triggered. The universe continues operating, with betrayers facing consequences, unless balance is restored. Life isn’t just about taking advantage. It’s about ensuring everyone gets their fair share. Life is about evolving into someone trustworthy. It concerns crafting a character who is strong enough to not betray others, even with consequences.
History documents our existence. We’ll be remembered as either loyal or betrayers. Understanding our actions that cause us to betray others demands self-awareness. Today, society has convinced people to win at all costs, even if it means to betray others. Perhaps humanity has made a mistake, considering the social upheaval and natural disasters. Accepting our weaknesses and realizing that betrayal hurts everyone is how we find peace. Everything will end shortly. One day, the Sun and Moon will observe Earth’s end. Yet, the Sun and the Moon remain loyal since they cannot betray the universe; however, humanity must still realize this.
Betrayal is not just a personal wound; it corrodes the very fabric of society. Unlike the universe, which thrives on order and faith, humanity is burdened with the power of choice. That power can either elevate us above nature or drag us beneath it. To betray is to weaken trust, but to remain faithful—even when it is difficult—is to strengthen the chain that holds people and communities together. In the end, what defines us will not be our wealth or victories, but whether we honoured the trust placed in us. Faithfulness may not bring instant rewards, but it offers a legacy of peace, dignity and strength that betrayal can never provide. The real test of being human is to choose loyalty when betrayal seems easier.
—The writer is Commoner from 44th Common Educationist — Founder of WHI Institute.based in Sargodha.
