INFINITE MIND, FINITE WORLD

If we miss out on this connection, what greater loss could there be? To seize this opportunity, we must follow a process and stay dedicated. This morning, I woke up at 5 a.m. Everything was silent and still. Suddenly, the call to prayer rang out: “Allah-u-Akbar, Allah-uAkbar—God is Great, God is Great.” The greatness of God is such that we cannot even see it through telescopes. No star or planet can say “Allah-u-Akbar”—only humans can. Humans have been given an incredible opportunity that nothing else in the universe has. No star, solar system, ocean, mountain, or planet can make prayer; they cannot establish direct contact with God. The only way to establish this direct connection is through prayer, and this ability is unique to humans. How amazing is this gift! When you place your forehead on the ground in prostration (Sajda), a profound feeling takes over, as if your head is glued to the earth. Why? Only humans can bow down in prostration before God, placing their forehead on the ground, fully acknowledging His glory and greatness. This is something no other creation has been blessed with. Through prayer, humans can establish a direct connection with God—a truly extraordinary blessing, but only through sincere prayer. What is true prayer? True prayer is not just memorized words. It is when your mind is so alive and aware that, in a meaningful situation, it creates a storm within you. Opportunities to connect with God arise again and again, but most people fail to seize them. What a great opportunity it is that the door of prayer has opened for you, and all the doors of mercy have been opened. This is an immense opportunity—when the door of prayer opens, all the doors of God’s mercy open too. But this connection comes at a price. Without sincerity and effort, no one can receive this blessing. If you simply memorize prayers and repeat them day and night without understanding their significance, it’s unlikely your prayers will be accepted. The key to a prayer lies in possessing the right qualities. 1. Avoid distractions: Avoid letting your thoughts wander and stay focussed on one point. Such discussions can create internal turmoil. 2. Time: Pray at a time when you’re free and undisturbed. 3. Attention: Give your prayers your full attention.