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Qur'an Studies: Finding Myself in the Story of Adam | Dr. Ali Mermer | Lesson 3 | 2.7.2023

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The Importance of the Cup

I am aware my creator gave me the sense of need for liquid, and he provided it in liquid. If you want to drink water, do you have to have a cup? How can you drink? Give to you some sort of whistle, to carry it, to bring it to you. This consciousness is the kiss, the core of worship. Even if we are not aware of what we are doing while we are praying, all the same, that is Allah's order I obey,. but what am I doing exactly feeling in the presence of God? The desire, the prayer always will be alive.

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