Introduction
In an age of distractions and superficiality, we are often blind to the deeper realities that underpin existence. The modern world encourages a focus on material success, entertainment, and fleeting pleasures, leaving little room for reflection on the true nature of things. But what if there was a way to wake up—to see beyond the surface of reality and recognize the divine order behind it all? This is the essence of the ‘green pill.’
The Meaning of the Green Pill
Sheikh Abdul Hakim Murad defines the green pill as the awakening to see the divine source and reality of things. He states, “To wake up and see behind the surface of things, to see the divine source and reality of things. And to see the joy that things bring in God. Everything in the Heavens and the Earth is what God is doing at a particular moment. Sometimes the divine gentleness is evident. Sometimes the divine rigour is evident.”
Taking the green pill means opening one’s perception to the presence of God in all things. It is not just an intellectual realization but a transformation of the heart—an attunement to the fitrah, the natural disposition that all beings share. This perspective allows us to see life’s events, both joyful and difficult, as manifestations of divine will.
Taking the shahada is the green pill. Declaring: “There is no god but Allah. And Muhammad is His Messenger.” This declaration is the key to awakening, the moment one affirms the ultimate truth and steps onto the path of divine consciousness.
The Modern Crisis: A Lack of Seriousness
In today’s world, seriousness has become undervalued. Many are trapped in cycles of distraction, numbed by entertainment and superficial pursuits. The pursuit of meaning is often dismissed as impractical or outdated. Yet, without a sense of purpose, people feel lost, anxious, and disconnected.
The green pill offers a remedy to this crisis. It calls for a return to seriousness—not in a rigid or joyless sense, but in recognizing the gravity of life’s purpose. It is a call to see beyond the illusions of the world and to cultivate a perspective that understands the deeper significance of existence.
Opening the Eye of the Heart
To truly take the green pill is to develop the ability to see with the ‘eye of the heart.’ This is a spiritual perception that transcends mere sensory experience. The world is full of signs pointing to God, yet without the right vision, these signs remain hidden. The Qur’an repeatedly calls on people to reflect, to see, to understand. This is not just about acquiring knowledge but about perceiving reality in a way that transforms the soul.
The eye of the heart recognizes that every moment is an expression of divine will. Every object, every event, every interaction is calling us back to God. But to perceive this requires effort—it demands sincerity, contemplation, and an openness to truth.
Conclusion: A Call to Awareness
The green pill is an invitation to wake up. To see the world as it truly is—not as a meaningless series of random events, but as a carefully woven tapestry of divine intention. In a world that often prioritizes illusion over reality, the green pill offers a path back to truth.
Will you take it?