The knowledge of oneself becomes a key to the knowledge of God.

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Thus from his own creation man comes to know God's existence, from the wonders of his bodily frame God's power and wisdom, and from the ample provision made for his various needs God's love. In this way the knowledge of oneself becomes a key to the knowledge of God.

Source The Alchemy of Happiness, Chapter II, §3 · 📖 Read the full passage

✨ To meditate on today

According to Ghazali, by looking at his own creation, the wonders of his body and the abundance of what meets his needs, the human being discovers God’s existence, His wisdom and His love: knowing oneself becomes a key to knowing God. Today, during a meal or while washing your hands, become aware of a wonder of your body (your hands, your breathing, your beating heart) and thank God for the love it reveals.

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