Beyond Self

Man’s being is from Allah Almighty. The Arabic letters Alif, Daal, Meem, ‘Adam’, personify the Perfect Man, indicating his completion. An enlightened mind can reach the meaning of azali-abadi, the main purpose for which understanding was granted to man. Obedience to Divine Command carries enlightenment, bringing man closer to his Creator. But, the best of actions is to learn beyond the self. Here, identity disappears. The real aspect of all good deeds is to transport one to the level of annihilation, then comes the understanding of ‘Who He is’. As a drop, reach and become the ocean.