Existence Is Superior to Non-Existence

You were not created into emptiness. You were brought into existence, a realm where the soul can grow, choose, rise, and recognize its Creator.

Non-existence has no potential, no consciousness, and no elevation.

Existence itself is an honor from God.

The Creator of All Created Because He Is Al-Khaliq

One of Allah’s Names is Al-Khaliq — The Creator.

Creation flows from this Divine nature.

You exist because the Creator willed your existence with wisdom and purpose. You are not random. You are intentional.

This truth appears in earlier scriptures as well:

“Then the LORD God formed man from the dust of the ground and breathed into his nostrils the breath of life, and man became a living soul.”

(Genesis 2:7)

This mirrors the Qur’anic narration that Allah breathed into the human being — a sign of dignity, purpose, and spiritual capacity.

“So when I have fashioned him and breathed into him of My spirit,

fall down in prostration to him.”

(Qur’an 15:29)

“So when I have shaped him and breathed into him of My spirit,

then fall down to him in prostration.”

(Qur’an 38:72)

Surah As-Sajdah 32:7–9

7. He is the One who perfected everything He created. He began the creation of the human being from clay.

8. Then He made his offspring from an extract of a humble fluid.

9. Then He proportioned him and breathed into him of His spirit, and gave you hearing, sight, and intellect. Yet little are you grateful.

The Human Paradox

Imam Ali ibn Abi Talib (AS) describes the unique potential of the human being:

    •    When a person buries their intellect and follows only desires, they fall below animals.

    •    When a person honors their intellect and rises above their desires, they become higher than angels.

Sources: Nahjul Balagha (Hikmah 1 & 2), Ghurar al-Hikam, and concepts reflected in classical Sunni works such as Imam Ghazali and Ibn al-Qayyim.

Your existence carries a capacity unlike any other creation.

You Exist With a Divine Assignment

You were created intentionally — with a mission of consciousness, growth, and elevation.

Your assignment includes:

    •    Knowing your Creator

    •    Developing your soul

    •    Rising through challenges

    •    Using your intellect

    •    Making choices with awareness

The Qur’an reminds us:

“We have certainly honored the children of Adam…”

(Qur’an 17:70)

And earlier scripture echoes the same truth:

“You have made them a little lower than the angels and crowned them with glory and honor.”

(Psalm 8:4–5)

A Moment of Gratitude

Let your heart say:

“Thank You, Allah, The Creator of All, for granting me existence, honor, and the opportunity to rise and recognize You.”