The Quest of a Curious Muslim — Page 145

145 external and internal limbs bestowed on them to establish an everlasting and sacred attachment to God Almighty. That then is the ultimate goal and the true fulfillment of the purpose of existence. All acts of righteousness, or articles of faith, hold importance, but they are only a means to an end. And that end is to connect with God. The practice of the ritualistic prayer should never be just that: a ritual. That is not what defines the purpose of life. The true purpose of life can only be fulfilled when humans actively utilize these practises of worship and other virtuous acts as aids to find God and devote their heart to pleasing Him. One’s life can only be fulfilled when man reaches his spiritual peak and is in divine communion with God. This very goal forms the foundation of Islam. Believers are encouraged to present themselves before God in the utmost humility and desperately seek His Mercy in order to create an intimate bond with their Master. This relationship, between man and his Creator, is one that cannot be mirrored by any other relationship in this world.