Here are some thoughts from Islam perspective 🏵️🏵️👇

In Islam, meditation is often referred to as "dhikr" or remembrance of Allah. The practice of dhikr involves reciting certain phrases or names of Allah to increase one's awareness and remembrance of God.

The goal of dhikr is not to empty the mind or stop thoughts, but rather to focus the mind on Allah and His attributes. It is a means of developing a closer relationship with Allah, increasing gratitude, and seeking forgiveness.

Consistency is emphasized in Islamic meditation practice, with many Muslims incorporating dhikr into their daily routines. It is often recommended to start with shorter periods of meditation and gradually increase the time as one becomes more comfortable.

Quran Verses:

- "Say, He is Allah, [who is] One. Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets nor is born. Nor is there to Him any equivalent." (Qur'an 112: 1-4)

- "Allah - there is no deity except Him." (Qur'an 2: 255)

- "He is the First and the Last, the Ascendant and the Intimate, and He is, of all things, Knowing." (Qur'an 57:3)

These verses emphasize that Allah sent messengers to every nation with the message of Tawheed and Monotheism, calling them to worship God (Allah) alone and reject false idols. This is a key aspect of the teachings of all prophets, including Abraham, Moses, Jesus, and Muhammad; the last messenger sent to people, who all emphasized the oneness of God and the importance of living a righteous life in accordance with His guidance.

In Hadith: (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him)

- "Whoever says, 'There is no god but Allah, alone without partner. To Him belongs sovereignty, and to Him belongs all praise. He gives Life and He causes death, and He has power over all things,' 100 times a day, it is equal to him freeing ten slaves, and a hundred good deeds are recorded for him, and a hundred bad deeds are wiped away from him, and it is a protection for him against Satan during that day until the evening. No one can do anything better than what he has done except for someone who does more." (Bukhari and Muslim)

- "The most beloved statement to Allah is for a servant to say, 'There is no god but Allah,' while being sincere in his heart." (Bukhari and Muslim)

- "Whoever dies knowing that there is no god but Allah enters Paradise." (Muslim)

In Islam, the oneness of God - or Tawheed - is considered the most fundamental and important belief. Muslims believe that there is only one God, who is the Creator and Sustainer of all things, and who has no partners or equals. Emphasizing this belief is an essential part of Islamic meditation practice and helps to develop a stronger connection with Allah.

It is also important to approach the practice of dhikr with humility and sincerity, seeking to connect with Allah and receive His blessings. The Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) encouraged his followers to engage in dhikr and taught that it is a means of attaining peace and tranquility.

Overall, Islam places great emphasis on the practice of dhikr as a means of attaining spiritual growth and closeness to Allah.
⏭️⏭️