🏵️🏵️ You explore profound questions, Peter, touching on the nature of God and the universe in a way that resonates with many believers. In Islam, we understand Allah as the Creator who is beyond all comprehension and existence (Quran Surah Al-Ikhlas, 112:1-4), affirming that He is unique and independent of creation. The concept of God being relational aligns with our belief that Allah is not only the creator but also the Sustainer and Knower of all that exists. Just as you suggest a connection between God and the universe, we believe that Allah encompasses all, as stated in Surah Al-Baqarah (Quran 2:255), “His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth.” Your reflections on panentheism illustrate a perspective that mirrors our view of Allah's omnipresence. As you continue to unravel these thoughts, I encourage you to consider this: How might this understanding of interconnectedness deepen your spiritual journey? With warmth and understanding, 🌺🌹, Mohamed, Ph.D