People go to holy places (temples, mosques, gurdwaras, churches) because they have a strong belief in God. These serene and pure places are absolutely peaceful. People become humble and grounded when they find themselves in such surroundings, and they connect with others with selfless motives, which is great.
But, have you ever inquired why we feel such calmness within when we are inside such holy places? Why do we suddenly feel safe and guarded? If you want to remain with that GOD power 24/7, let’s go deeper and deeper.
Let’s see the reasons one by one
Collective Energy: The Power of Vibrating Influence
Have you ever noticed when a world cricket match is happening, almost every citizen of the country experiences the same enthusiasm if their country’s players are winning? The energy of enthusiasm vibrates.
Let’s take another example: a few people attending the same motivational seminar experience their energy sparking at the same level. Energy vibrates.
I’ll give you one more example—have you ever heard someone say, “choose your company wisely,” because the saying “sangat mein rangat” holds true? The company you keep influences your behaviour. Energy vibrates, whether good or bad.
In a group, the vibration of energy is very strong. In the same way, when people are in holy places, almost everyone’s belief makes them feel calm, and when they visit such places, they pass that energy to others. The more people there are, the more peaceful energy you feel, and the more peaceful you become.
Diverse Paths to Peace: Belief, Perception, and Human Harmony
Where does this energy come from? When we listen to God’s name, we feel extremely positive and peaceful. This belief is within us even before our birth.
However, there are many people in the world who are agnostic or atheist. Does that mean if they don’t believe in God, they are not peaceful? What if they are even more peaceful, living ordinary lives and simply being grateful for who they are. We never know.
But yes, a believer in God might think a non-believer is sinful. Conversely, a non-believer might think that the real divinity lies in serving people. Our perceptions and how we interpret things internally differ for various reasons. Ultimately, humans are still humans, and only their belief systems differentiate them from one another. The natural power of God serves both believers and non-believers equally. Those who find themselves truly peaceful in holy places understand that their inherent belief in God is what initially brings them peace.
Unity in Diversity: Understanding the Singular Divine Behind Many Faces
People might question different miracle stories they have heard, which were only possible because of some divine power. Some might have even experienced such realities themselves. Indeed, I agree that this world is nothing short of a miracle. Some unnatural things happen that go beyond our understanding. The universe in which we live is a large puzzle.
Having said that, If you understand the true evolution of the human species, you will understand that all our cultures, religions, countries, and languages are part of evolution. I am not saying there is no superpower in the world. Of course, there must be. But if God is one, then how can He have different faces in every religion? God does not say, ‘Because you are a member of a particular religious group, I bless you more.’ He doesn’t show favouritism based on religion, country, or status. Instead, He bestows His blessings equally on everyone. The different faces of God exist only in our minds, a concept that has existed for many thousands of years, but it is relatively short in comparison to the beginning of this earth. There is only one face of God, which no one has yet seen.
Common Threads: The Shared Human Experience Beyond Perception and Belief
The human body is simply the human body. My body and your body are exactly the same. From head to toe, we unmistakably look like members of the human species, with the same two eyes, one nose, two ears, hair on our heads, two hands, and two legs. We walk, we talk. Our internal organ structure is also the same: one heart, one liver, two lungs, two kidneys, and one brain divided into two hemispheres. I feel sad, you feel sad. I feel happy, you feel happy. If I get hurt and bleed, it’s the same red blood, and so do you. Language resides in every human brain. Everyone experiences 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts a day. Emotional pain is the same for all, yes, while our stories are different. When I feel sad, the same cortisol is released in my brain as is released in yours when you become sad. The same dopamine is released when I feel happy, and the same chemical is released in you when you become happy. All the same.
People believe spiritual leaders or meditation centers are unique because they have something ordinary people lack. Of course, they have years of knowledge, experience, and practice in those areas. Their understanding makes them who they are. But does that mean they don’t suffer? They don’t feel pain, or they possess some kind of miracle solution that makes all their problems vanish? Don’t their thoughts wander like those of ordinary people? Don’t they become sad? Are they always happy? Being in this human body, is it possible for anyone to remain constantly happy given all the chemical reactions in the brain that shift based on subtle experiences or when thoughts wander from memory to memory?
Recognising the Divine Within: Bridging the Gap Between Self and Perceived Greatness
As humans, everyone goes through the same sort of living experience that this body is bound to encounter. It doesn’t matter how deep your understanding of any topic is. Whether one is very spiritual or very renowned, at the basic level of human body or structure, they face the same emotional turmoil within.
There are plenty of wise people, and it’s always beneficial to learn from those who excel in areas where you want to improve. There is no harm in listening to words of wisdom from anyone who is wiser.
However, the problem arises when you feel inadequate. The problem is when you create a divide between yourself and them. The problem is when you think of them as gods and consider yourself very weak. The problem is when you forget to see the divine within yourself, yet only recognise it in holy places or in high-authority spiritual figures, but not in yourself.
