10/05/2025
👑 The Last Wishes of Alexander the Great
A message from a ruler at the peak of power… facing the only thing no one escapes — death.
Before his passing, Alexander the Great , the greatest ruler, called upon his army's commander and shared three unusual final requests:
🕊️ 1. “Let the best doctors of the empire carry my coffin.”
So that all may see — even the finest physicians are powerless in the face of death.
💰 2. “Scatter gold coins and precious gems along the road to my grave.”
So that the world understands — the wealth we accumulate in life stays behind when we leave.
✋ 3. “Let my hands dangle outside my coffin, visible to all.”
So that everyone knows — even the Emperor of the world leaves this life with empty hands.
When his commander, shocked and confused, asked why such unusual wishes, Alexander the Great explained with quiet clarity:
“Let the people see the truth.
Let them understand the limits of power, the illusion of wealth, and the inevitability of death.
I conquered half the world…
But in the end, I take nothing with me.”
✨ A man who ruled empires, commanded vast armies, and controlled unimaginable riches —
Yet he left behind a lesson that is more valuable than any treasure:
Life is not about what you accumulate.
It is about what you leave behind in hearts, in deeds, in wisdom.
No title, no possession, no wealth will accompany us in the end.
Only our legacy. Only our truth.
📜 So live with intention.
Give generously.
Speak kindly.
Forgive freely.
And walk humbly.
Because when the final moment comes…
We all leave the same way — with nothing but our name, and the love we gave.
