Introducing Islam a Simple Introduction to Islam
Belief in God
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BELIEF IN GOD
God is the source of all goodness. He can be seen
everywhere in the universe. His power is evident
in the form of light and heat. He converts matter
into greenery and flowing water. His glory is
made manifest in colour, taste and fragrance.
Motion and magnetism are evidence of His
strength.
Belief in a God of such supreme perfection is
more than just a dogma. It illuminates man’s soul
and enraptures his heart. If one relishes a
delicious fruit, and goes into ecstasy on hearing a
tuneful melody, how then can one fail to be
moved by the discovery of God, who is the
fountainhead of all goodness.
When one truly discovers God, He becomes like a
fragrance which one savours, a delicious taste
which one relishes, a spectacle which captivates
one’s vision, a melody which never ceases to
thrill. God has created all these exquisite delights:
His Being is their treasure house. Drawing close
to God is like entering paradise. It is like
