Kindness at a bus stop (Uzbekistan)

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Today, a simple yet powerful act of kindness unfolded at a bus stop near a hospital. An elderly nun, Sister Theodosius, 87 years old, struggled with her trolley after getting off the bus. The bag she carried was too tall, making it difficult to move, and she held onto it tightly, unable to make any progress. For several minutes, people watched—both on the bus and at the stop—but no one stepped forward to help.

Just as one observer was about to offer assistance, a man approached first. Without hesitation, he picked up the trolley and carried it to the temple for her. The observer, moved by the gesture, decided to walk alongside the nun as she slowly made her way with the help of her cane. At the temple, she was warmly received, and the man quietly went on his way.

A little later, the same man appeared at the bus stop. The observer struck up a conversation and learned his name—Shuhrat. When asked why he had chosen to help, his response was simple yet profound. "They are Orthodox, we are Muslims. They have the Bible, we have the Quran. But both teach kindness. There are few truly compassionate people left. Many offer advice but do not take action when they have the chance."

The observer agreed wholeheartedly. It was also discovered that Shuhrat worked in the fish department at the Korzinka Airport branch. Despite being busy, he had taken the time to help without expecting anything in return.

Before leaving, Shuhrat shared one last thought: "We all walk under God, and in the end, our deeds will be accounted for."