"Prepare Your Soil, With or Without Seed" A long time ago, a rich farmer and a poor farmer lived side-by-side in a village. After many years of plenty, one year the skies became stingy with rain. The land was scorched by drought. The grass and leaves withered and did not sprout anew for a long time. Famine set in. The people waited, unable to harvest, unable to pile up their sheaves, unable to tread grain on the threshing floor. Their granaries were emptied. Despair set in. But nothing lasts forever. The cruel year passed, the dry season ended, and the sky reconciled with the earth. Clouds gathered above; thunder began to rumble. Both the poor and the rich farmers looked up with hope; everyone took up their ploughs and started tilling their fields. The poor farmer finished preparing his land and called his miserable wife, asking if she had managed to hide any grain for seed, perhaps tucked away from their own hungry mouths. She replied with deep sorrow. Although she h...
Michael Jackson is a name that resonates across every corner of the globe. Often referred to as the King of Pop, his influence on music, dance, and popular culture is unparalleled. But beyond the glitz and glamour, Michael’s life was a journey filled with triumphs, struggles, and a legacy that continues to inspire millions. In this article, we take a deep dive into Michael Jackson’s life story — from his early days in Gary, Indiana, to his rise as a global icon, his personal battles, and his everlasting impact on the world. Early Life and Family Roots Michael Joseph Jackson was born on August 29, 1958, in the industrial city of Gary, Indiana, USA. He was the eighth of ten children in the Jackson family, a tight-knit household where music was an essential part of life. Father: Joseph Jackson, a steel mill worker with dreams of musical success. Mother: Katherine Jackson, a kind-hearted woman and a devout Jehovah’s Witness. Siblings: Michael grew up alongside his brothers Jackie, Tito, Je...