A snake started chasing a firefly.
The firefly stopped and...
Ummah Post
8 June, 2025

A snake started chasing a firefly.

The firefly stopped and said, "Can I ask you three questions?"

The snake said, "Ask."

The firefly asked, "Am I a part of your diet?"

The snake said, "No."

The firefly asked, "Have I caused you any harm?"

The snake said, "No."

The firefly asked, "Then why do you want to eliminate me?"

The snake replied, "Because I cannot stand to see you shine."

Moral of the story:

Some people do not need a reason to pull you down, they just cannot tolerate seeing you shine...

This is a bitter truth. 💯

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