Slim90 :
It is an interesting perspective, but I believe Islam already explains this in a profound way. In many respects, what he is describing is compatible with Islamic teachings.
Islam teaches that every human being is born upon the fitrah—our innate, pure disposition that naturally recognizes and longs for God. Throughout life, we become distracted by the world, our desires, our fears, and the constant noise around us. The spiritual journey is not about discovering something new; it is about returning to that original state and reconnecting with our Creator.
When we turn inward with sincerity, silence our thoughts, and reflect deeply, we reconnect with that fitrah. We are not discovering that we ourselves are God, nor that God is within us in an incarnate sense. Rather, we become more aware of His presence, His signs, and our complete dependence on Him.
When I close my eyes and quiet my mind, I experience a sense of unity, peace, and clarity. To me, that feeling of oneness is not my own divinity—it is a reminder of the One Creator. It is a recognition that behind the complexity of existence is the absolute Oneness of God (Tawhid), the source of everything that exists.
The Qur’an repeatedly invites us to reflect on ourselves and on creation, because both point to God. The deeper we understand ourselves, the more we recognize our need for Him. The journey inward, when guided by truth, ultimately leads upward—to Allah—not to the self.
So while many modern spiritual teachings speak about “looking within,” Islam gives this search its proper direction. Looking within is valuable only if it leads us back to our fitrah and strengthens our relationship with the One who created us. The destination is not the self; the destination is God
2026-07-31 21:04:01