-Secrets of Divine Love.. (A. Helwa..) Book review..
‘’In fact, it has been said that the distance between our head and our heart is approximately 18 inches, but it is arguably the longest journey we will spiritually ever take..”
Secrets of Divine Love was written for the longing heart, for the one who is searching for something they have not been able to find.. For the one who sometimes spirals into hopelessness and cannot help but feel too imperfect for a perfect God to love.. This book is for the one who is at the edge of their faith, who has experienced religion as a harsh winter instead of the life-bearing spring it was sent to be by God..
Secrets of Divine Love serves as a compass and guiding light that returns you to the source of divine peace and surrender.. Through the practices and pillars of Islam, you will learn how to unlock your spiritual potential and unveil your divine purpose.. A. Helwa uses a rational, yet heart-based approach towards the Qur’an that not only enlightens the mind, but inspires the soul towards deeper intimacy with Allah.. By weaving together dozens of inspiring mystical stories, Qur’an verses, Hadith, Rumi and Hafez poetry, psychology, and science, the author breaks down Islam in a way that is both digestible and inspiring for millennial Muslims..
-AlhamduLILAH.. A MUST READ.. 📖
I felt like there was a need for something that spoke to the broken pieces within us.. “Secrets of Divine Love” confronts and challenges how Islam is taught online and in the mainstream media, and it is deeply rooted in classical Islamic theology.. That’s the thing, this religion, or better said way of life is about love.. We are called to be scholars of love, to live in love, and become love.. I think without love everything we do becomes void of passion, excitement, and loyalty.. I think without the love of Allah our worship becomes rigid, dry, and brittle.. I think it is through the love of Allah and feeling loved by Allah that we unveil the faith that we have always carried but had forgotten due to the veils of shame, judgement, and criticism.. I pray it serves every single one of you who are longing to feel closer to Allah and to experience His Love..
