Divinity

The study of topics related to religions, especially Abrahamic religions, has always been important and prioritized, particularly when these topics are examined in a comparative and interfaith manner. This research examines the character of Jesus Christ from the perspective of the Holy Quran and the four Gospels to determine whether divinity can be attributed to him or if, as the Holy Quran explicitly states, he was one of the great prophets of God. By analyzing the content of the four Gospels using content analysis methods, we concluded that none of these four Gospels, which are regarded as the official sources of Christianity, provide any evidence of divinity for him. Rather, he was a human, born of Mary by divine will and through the Holy Spirit, with his special mission being the guidance of the Children of Israel. Like other prophets, he performed numerous miracles, and his character possessed outstanding qualities that are also emphasized in the Holy Quran.

This paper explores how human thoughts shape individual realities across different contexts and concepts. Individuals develop unique thought patterns based on sensory perceptions, past experiences, and anticipated futures derived from collective lived experiences. The layering and accumulation of these diverse thought patterns presents a significant challenge for those seeking to achieve “a state of thoughtlessness”—a state that many spiritual traditions associate with divine connection. The research examines how thought patterns influence moral frameworks within society, demonstrating that negative thought cycles often produce corresponding negative outcomes in behavior and decision-making. Meditation emerges as a critical practice for analyzing and deconstructing these thought patterns, particularly negative ones that impede moral development. Through systematic meditation practices, individuals can progressively strip away layers of “wandering thought” to ultimately reach a thoughtless state where authentic moral decision-making becomes possible. Drawing from ancient philosophical traditions, this study investigates three specific methodologies—assimilation, reduction, and surrender—as pathways toward thoughtlessness and divine connection. Various meditation techniques will be examined, with particular emphasis on how these practices contribute to the cultivation of moral behavior, by working on the cognitive and affective processes of mind, and ultimately, the experience of transcendence. By examining the interconnectedness between thought dissolution, meditation practice, and moral development, this research offers insights into accessing higher states of consciousness and authentic living.