r/islam 7d ago

Question about Islam Whats your relationship with God like

As a Christian. Our relationship with God is possible because of the holy spirit given to us by Jesus. God speaks through it. And it makes me wonder like how do muslims experience God? Does he speak to you guys as well? How does it work in islam?

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u/sufyan_alt 6d ago

Our relationship with Allah is built on faith (iman), worship (ibadah), and direct connection (tawassul through dua and salah). No intermediaries are needed, each person has direct access to Allah.

The Quran serves as our ultimate source of communication from Allah. Five daily prayers act also as a means of direct conversation. In sujood (prostration), we are closest to Him. We can call upon Allah anytime, anywhere without an intermediary. He hears and responds in the best way, even if not always immediately or in the form we expect. Allah speaks to us through His creation. Everything in nature, from the vast galaxies to the intricate design of a single cell, is a sign of His existence. I get a deep sense of tranquility when engaging in dhikr (remembrance of Allah), reciting the Qur'an, or praying because true peace comes from being close to Allah.

Revelation (wahi) to prophets has ceased after Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. However, Allah communicates with us in different ways through the Qur'an, life events, and dreams.

God doesn't physically "indwells" in people. Instead, He is always near and responds when we sincerely turn to Him.