Modern computing has opened new horizons for people. The whole modern computing is revolving around a micro chip called micro processor. It works like a brain and it decides on the basis of mathematical logics which results as modern banking system, website promotion and management these websites which contain tons of information but the important is “decision”.

According to Ecclesiastes the whole universe is working in a harmonious way under a determined schedule and in this miraculous system decisions play pivotal role: decided and decisive both. If we ponder over the creation and evolution of this universe then it becomes more obvious. Decision of Satin to disobey God, as John Milton says in “Paradise Lost”: “It is better to rule in hell than to serve in heaven”. Decision of Adam to pluck fruit from prohibited tree, Decision of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) at the eve of Agreement of Hudabia, Francis Reddy’s decision to disagree with Aristotle on the issue of spontaneous generation etc.

Now the question arises are decisions made by brain or by heart? For authenticity and reliability, Quranic verses are the best source of guidance and clarity about any controversies and debatable issues. Almighty Allah says in Syrah-e-Jasia, chapter#25, Verse #5 “Difference between day and night, food from heaven, give birth to earth after its death. These are some indications for those people who have intellect”. In Surah-e-Bakra, chapter#1,Verse# 169-171, Almighty Allah reprimanded those people who do not use their brain by declaring them “Deaf,Dumb,Blind and senseless” because they preferred to follow the way of their ancestors not the orders of God. Allah says “Their forefathers did not possess intellect and they were detracked”.In Sahih Muslim, Prophet Muhammad (SAW) says “The base of my religion is intellect”. From the references it is very much obvious that base of critical-thinking, broad-vision, authentic conclusion and prudent decision making is brain not heart.

Scientifically speaking, brain as organ in body acts as control center having centralized position. Its most essential part” cerebrum” helps in decision making by giving response after receiving sensory information. This mind-blowing creation of Almighty, having weight of 1.35 kg can create havoc in the world or can cross all the limits of philanthropy

In sense of humanism. On the other hand, heart having weight about 250-300g, collects and distributes blood. Its beating function and rythmicity depend on brain’s control. Even increase and decrease of heart beat in case of happiness or sorrows is controlled by brain.

So with due respect to poets similes and metaphors, heart plays no role in decision-making. When Hamlet says “To be or not be, that is the question”. It’s a state of dilemma in brain not heart. Clash between intellect (Aqal) and love (Ishq) is a very strong theme in Allama Iqbal’s revolutionary poetry and Iqbal supports Ishq not Aqal.Personalities like Muhammad Ali Jinnah, Gandhi, Winston Spencer Churchill, Mao-Tse Tung, Nelson Mandela, Abraham Lincoln, Mahatir Mohammad created history due to their steely and logical decision making. Japan is ruling over the world’s economy because they did not make any emotional decisions after the catastrophic attacks by America on their two glorious cities Hiroshima and Nagasaki in 1945.While on the other hand, we Muslims are busy in self-destruction through suicidal attacks, lock-outs, strikes etc.Judicious, rational and visionary decisions are based on critical thinking and logical conclusion not on emotions and feelings. That is why masses of any country usually do not agree with the decisions of think-tank or intelligentsia of any country about any critical national or international issue.

The hearts of birds, snakes, horses have more resemblance with man’s heart. If we say that heart makes decision than why all these creatures don’t possess prudent decision-making like a man. Ironically, in case of death of a man, heart stops functioning first than brain. There can be a difference of 8 to 10 minutes between heart and brain’s death. I am sure that my arguments will appeal your brain not heart.

NOTE: It’s my humble research on a very delicate topic. Any sort of correction is welcome by readers. It will be very beneficial to enhance my limited knowledge.

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