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The noble statement of Prophet Muhammad
(P.B.U.H.), the Master of mankind, is as follows:
"A moment of reflection upon the universe
is superior to an entire year of worship."
Nations that reflected upon the constituents
of the universe, particularly the creation of beings within it, attained honor
and distinction. On the other hand, those who severed their connection to cosmic
contemplation were relegated to a state of lifelessness among the nations of
the world. The profound importance of contemplating the creation of the
universe is made apparent in the Qur'an, which repeatedly directs humanity's
attention to this theme. Allah, the Exalted, did not create the heavens and the
earth merely as ornamentation. Every particle of the universe is an expression
of divine wisdom and purpose, an intricate part of God's eternal plan.
The Qur'an explicitly encourages the wise and
discerning individuals among humankind to engage in reflection on the universe
no fewer than seven hundred and twenty-six (726) times. The tragedy, however,
lies in the fact that we have primarily focused on the matters of Tawhid
(monotheism), Sawm (fasting), Salah (prayer), Zakat (charity), and Hajj
(pilgrimage), while neglecting other key commandments outlined in the "The
Manifest Book" (al-Kitab al-Mubin). We fail to heed the profound message
delivered by the Seal of Prophets, Muhammad (P.B.U.H.), who declared, "A
moment of reflection upon the universe is superior to an entire year of
worship."
In Surah Al-Baqarah, Allah (S.W.T.) states:
"Indeed, in the creation of the
heavens and the earth, the alternation of night and day, the ships that sail in
the sea, and the clouds suspended between the heavens and the earth, are signs
for those endowed with intellect and understanding." (Al-Baqarah 164)
In Surah Aal-e-Imran, Allah (S.W.T.) affirms:
"Indeed, in the creation of the
heavens and the earth, and the alternation of night and day, are signs for
those endowed with understanding, who remember Allah while standing, sitting,
and lying down, and who reflect upon the creation of the heavens and the earth,
saying, 'Our Lord, You did not create this in vain; glory be to You; protect us
from the punishment of the Fire.'"
(Aal-e-Imran 190-191)
In Surah Ar-Rum, Allah (S.W.T.) mentions:
"Indeed, in the creation of the
heavens and the earth, in the alternation of the night and the day, and in the
creation of the creatures, and in the differences in your languages and colors,
are signs for those who possess knowledge." (Ar-Rum 22)
In Surah Yusuf, Allah (S.W.T.) warns:
"Do they not reflect upon the Qur'an,
or are there locks upon their hearts?" (Yusuf 47)
And to those who turn away, a warning
is issued in Surah Saba:
"Do they not reflect upon the
phenomena of the heavens and the earth, both manifest and hidden, apparent and
concealed, the signs and miraculous occurrences? If We willed, We could cause
them to sink into the earth or bring the sky down upon them. Only those who are
truly conscious of Allah benefit from this admonition." (Saba 34:51)
In Surah Al-A'raf, the admonition
becomes even more explicit:
"Have these individuals never
pondered over the governance of the heavens and the earth, nor the creations of
Allah? Have they not opened their eyes to behold the wonders, and have they not
considered that perhaps the allotted time for their lives is nearing its
end?" (A'raf 185)
We proclaim incessantly that we are
Muslims, and that Paradise is our inheritance. Allah's mercy and blessings
shower upon us continuously, filling our stores with rewards, yet as a
collective, we remain impoverished. We assert that our faith is in the Qur'an,
but we seldom pause to reflect on what the Qur'an deems as the true measure of
faith.
The Qur'an affirms...
In the heavens and the earth, the
signs and profound insights are laid out for the believers. This signifies that
the distinctive quality of the believers lies in their deep perception of the
realities of the universe and the intricate patterns embedded within creation.
Their perceptive faculties unravel the cosmic designs in an ongoing revelation.
The Qur'an repeatedly emphasizes that
these signs are for those who possess true faith. The implication is clear: the
signs are evident to all, but it is only the believers who engage in reflection
upon Allah's signs, verses, and wisdom. Those enveloped in heedlessness and
ignorance, who live in a manner akin to animals, and who embody the defiant
spirit of "I refuse to accept," remain indifferent to the presence or
absence of divine signs. Just as a blind person cannot appreciate the vivid blooms
and captivating colors of a garden, so too are those devoid of the light of
insight and faith incapable of recognizing the manifestations of Allah’s
creation.
The Qur'an unmistakably declares:
"They assert, 'We have embraced
Islam,' yet faith has not penetrated their hearts." (Hujurat 14)
Tajalliyat-The Divine Manifestation
KHWAJA SHAMS-UD-DEEN AZEEMI
IN THE NAME OF ALLAH, THE MERCIFUL, THE BENEVOLENT
Dedicated to those scientists, who are inching towards the cognizance of the facts, spotlighted by Allah Almighty, in the wake of their intelligent observation for the top vertex of scientific achievement, which is not other than the "Disastrous end of the Universe". And this is probably during 15th century of Lunar calendar.
