God calls on us to acknowledge Him through His signs. God has made it our responsibility to recognise Him.
This is part of the test of this life.
Reason 1:
Beginning of the Universe The first reason for believing in God relates to reflecting on the origin of the
universe. How did the universe come to exist?
✖ Did it come from nothing? From nothing, comes nothing.
So, obviously not.
✖ Did it create itself? No, this is irrational. It is like saying a mother gave birth to herself.
✖ Has it always existed? No, modern science concludes that the universe is not eternal and had a
beginning.
✔ Was it created? Yes. Muslims believe something beyond the universe created it – The
Creator. But who created God? God was not created. Unlike the universe and the rest of creation, God is
eternal, has always existed and has no beginning.
Reason 2:
Order of the Universe Another simple reason for believing in God is by pondering over the order of the
universe using the following logic: Anything that is ordered indicates intelligence Our solar system is highly
ordered with intricate systems, laws & patterns. The order in our universe indicates the intelligence of the
Creator! Many features in the universe clearly indicate it to be specially designed to support life. If these
measurements were slightly different to what they currently are, life could not exist. Examples below;
Ozone Layer, thickness of earth’s crust, Oxygen percentage in the air, Distance from the sun, Relative size
of sun, earth & moon. Could a large complex universe form by coincidence? Without supervision? It should
be noted that Islam encourages scientific research and reflection. The role of science helps us describe the
many observed patterns that God places in His creation and appreciate the extent of His power and
wisdom.
Reason 3:
Revelation of the Quran: The Quran provides a strong argument for the existence of God and it is
unmatched in its style, wisdom, guidance, eloquence as well as its uniqueness in how it addresses the
reader. No errors or contradictions, Pure & clear descriptions of God, it is the pinnacle of Arabic linguistic
beauty, it has been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad who was illiterate. Preserved – no alterations in
1400 years Deep insights into human behaviour Memorised by millions of people Contains scientific facts
not known at that time:
“On earth there are signs for those with sure faith; and in yourselves too, do you not see? “-
Quran 51:20-21
