Spirit of Islam · THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE UNIVERSE JOURNEY TOWARDS GOD-REALIZATION

THE TRANSFORMATION OF THE UNIVERSE JOURNEY TOWARDS GOD-REALIZATION

Spirit of Islam, March-April 2025, p. 19

By Maulana Wahiduddin Khan

Maulana Wahiduddin Khan is named as the default author of the periodical; a piece that carries another writer’s byline is credited to that writer.

to worldly matters; it became a divine mission centred on bringing awareness to humanity about accountability in the Hereafter. Human history is punctuated by moments when groundbreaking discoveries or ideas revolutionize entire civilizations. Newton’s laws laid new foundations for science; Galileo’s observations altered our understanding of the cosmos; Einstein’s theories propelled humanity from atomic discoveries to multiverse explorations. Yet all these achievements remain confined to material realms. Humanity has reached string theory but failed to discover God; it has explored multiverses but remains distant from understanding the Hereafter. The mission of Prophet Muhammad and his Companions surpasses all such milestones. They not only recognized God but made Him the central focus of their lives. Their mission was to remind humanity of ultimate accountability—a reality far beyond any scientific discovery. Laylat-ul-Qadr, the Night of Power, symbolizes transformative moments that propel individuals far ahead in understanding and purpose within a matter of moments. Just as Newton and Einstein’s groundbreaking discoveries reshaped human progress, Laylat-ulQadr marked a pivotal turning point that redefined human destiny through divine revelation. One distinctive aspect of Laylatul-Qadr is the descent of angels, including Jibreel (Gabriel), who bring peace and blessings to Earth. It feels as though history rewinds itself annually on this night, recreating the atmosphere when divine revelation first descended upon humanity 1,400 years ago. During this sacred night, angels pray for those engaged in worship. Angels are beings of peace, and wherever they descend, tranquility prevails. Laylat-ul-Qadr invites us to cultivate peace within ourselves and our surroundings, becoming sources of goodness and blessings for others. Beyond being a night for worship, Laylat-ul-Qadr presents an opportunity for intellectual and spiritual transformation. It calls us to align our lives with the teachings of the Quran, prioritize God-centric objectives, and prepare for accountability in the Hereafter. This night reminds us that true success lies not in material progress but in spiritual elevation.  The Quran brought about a profound transformation in the lives of Prophet Muhammad’s Companions. This change was not superficial or demographic; it redefined their “social concerns”— their core values and priorities in life.

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