SCIENTIFIC PRINCIPLES FOR GOD’S EXISTENCE

varying views. The Quran itself indicates that even prophets living in the same period could differ on certain matters. To expect complete uniformity as a precondition for unity is both unnatural and contrary to the spirit of religious tradition. Criticism and disagreement are not inherently negative. On the contrary, they often contribute to intellectual growth. For instance, during the Battle of Badr, one of the Companions questioned the Prophet’s choice of campsite. This exchange led to the adoption of a more advantageous position. The real difference lies in the mindset of individuals. One type is the self-seeker, whose primary concern is self-promotion, recognition, and status. Such a person reacts negatively to criticism, seeing it as a threat to their ego. The other type is the truth-seeker, who is concerned only with what is right. Such a person does not take criticism personally. Their only concern is whether the point raised is valid. If it is baseless, they disregard it. But if it holds truth, they accept it without hesitation—because in that very criticism, they find what they were genuinely seeking.  For prayers to be accepted, it is essential that one gives to others what one seeks for oneself.