Across the Muslim world, an increasing number of youth are grappling with profound questions about faith, identity, and the existence of God. Many are finding themselves disillusioned with traditional presentations of Islam, while others are leaping to atheism. The root of these dilemmas often lies not in a rejection of faith. Rather, it is unspoken questions, intellectual suppression, and a deep yearning for answers that resonate with truth and reason. What happens when these young minds are faced with contradictions within religious teachings? What should they do when, rather than receive answers, they only find themselves silenced?
In this episode, Eram Saeed takes a deeply personal and intellectually rich dive into the phenomenon of rising atheism and spiritual disillusionment. She herself has faced these questions and walked her own journey of doubt, questioning, and eventual rediscovery of the spiritual wisdom of Islam. Thus, she challenges the notion that belief in God is incompatible with reason with thought-provoking insights into quantum science, metaphysics, and the often-misunderstood teachings of the Quran. We must examine our faith with sincerity, not dogma.
This episode offers clarity, compassion, and insight into what it truly means to be religious. It is a chance to uncover a path toward spiritual and intellectual fulfillment. Whether you're questioning your beliefs, seeking deeper clarity, or simply intrigued by the balance of science and spirituality, this episode is for you.
Here are three reasons why you should listen to this episode:
- Reflect on why growing numbers of youth are turning toward atheism, and what to do about it.
- Learn how quantum science and Islamic cosmology intersect to affirm the existence of a divine creator.
- Understand how a sincere approach to reading the Quran can transform confusion into conviction.
Resources
Awakening to a Growing Crisis in Faith
Rising disenchantment with Islam among Pakistani youth has become increasingly common, particularly among those in their twenties and thirties. This growing disconnection is not born of rebellion or malice but rather of unmet intellectual and spiritual needs.
Many young Muslims find themselves caught between societal pressure and a culture that discourages questioning, where critical thought is often suppressed and spaces for honest dialogue are scarce. Instead of being invited to explore or understand their doubts, they are frequently told to “shut up and put up,” a silencing that only deepens alienation.
Eram Saeed herself felt frustration with Islamic teachings that once seemed contradictory or confusing when left unexplained. But these feelings arise not from disbelief, but from the absence of open, thoughtful engagement.
Navigating the Silence Around Religious Questions
A major source of spiritual confusion lies in the absence of safe and informed conversations when young believers dare to ask difficult religious questions. Parents, educators, and imams often fail to engage with theological complexity. It happens for several reasons, such as a lack of training or fear of controversy.
This avoidance, coupled with the enforcement of fear-based obedience, leaves many young Muslims feeling misunderstood, disconnected, and spiritually stagnant. We need to approach this dilemma with compassion. Sincere questioning should never be condemned. Curiosity, when approached with respect and sincerity, is a necessary step toward understanding Islam’s deeper spiritual truths.
Science and the Divine Intelligence Behind the Universe
Eram introduces a fascinating perspective that connects modern science with spirituality. She posits that fields like quantum physics and consciousness studies suggest the existence of an intelligent, self-aware force permeating the universe. Far from conflicting with religion, contemporary scientific discoveries actually reinforce belief in a Creator. All of these things align seamlessly with the timeless revelations of the Quran.
This force, in Eram’s words, is a Divine Intelligence. We typically refer to this Divine Intelligence as God: an omnipresent, conscious energy that sustains all existence. This reimagining of God as an intelligent and scientifically resonant reality offers an inspiring path back to true faith for those who have grown skeptical yet still seek truth.
Sign up now!
Join my community newsletter to get updates on my upcoming courses and events.
Rediscovering Islam Through the Lens of Sincerity
The journey toward genuine spiritual conviction begins with a return to the Quran.
But we must approach it with sincerity and without judgment. Eram also warns against overreliance on tafsirs and scholarly interpretations. These are human efforts to understand divine words, not the words themselves.
True understanding requires exploring multiple translations, reflecting on both the Quran’s overarching themes and its specific guidance, and allowing one’s heart and intellect to engage in harmony. A sincere study of Islam would reveal that it is not a rigid system but a source of profound wisdom. Through Islamic teachings, we find emotional balance, mental clarity, and inner peace. And yet, all these things are far from the harsh representation often shown by cultural narratives.
Differentiating True Faith from Cultural Conditioning
What many young Muslims reject is not Islam itself. It is a distorted version shaped by cultural traditions and misinterpretations. Over generations, these distortions have blended with religious teachings, producing practices that contradict the essence of Quranic truth.
We must recognize our capacity to liberate ourselves. We must recognize that we have the right and the responsibility to approach the faith directly, free from the filters of inherited assumptions. Eram’s own spiritual evolution involved deep questioning. But it was rooted in sincerity. Curiosity and sincerity, paired together, dissolve confusion and awaken a renewed, personal connection with both God and the self.
How to Study the Quran for Personal Transformation
According to Eram, engaging with the Quran daily with sincerity rather than skepticism can become an intimate and transformative dialogue with the Divine. Some things she suggests we do:
- Reading multiple reputable translations.
- Comparing tafsirs thoughtfully.
- Contemplating the Quran’s teachings on both micro (verse-level) and macro (conceptual) scales.
- Studying the Seerah, or the Prophet’s biography.
All these things bring us lessons of compassion, justice, and authenticity. Ultimately, Eram urges seekers to place their trust not in interpretations but in the unfolding relationship with God’s Word itself. The Quran is not a dead, fossilized text. It is a living, breathing guide that evolves as our understanding of it grows.
Living the Blueprint of Divine Truth
When Islam’s principles are followed with understanding rather than fear, they become a blueprint for emotional balance, inner harmony, and a meaningful life. Contrary to the misconception that Islam restricts joy, Islamic practices are designed to ease human suffering and nurture spiritual well-being.
This world is obsessed with material achievement and external validation. Eram reminds seekers that Islam redirects the heart toward inner richness, purpose, and divine alignment. The Quranic path cultivates lasting joy and relational balance by freeing individuals from the endless chase for superficial fulfillment.
A Path to True Faith for the Sincere Seeker
For those feeling lost, disconnected, or spiritually adrift, Eram offers a simple yet profound compass: sincerity. The Quran itself, she reminds us, declares that it can guide or misguide depending on the seeker’s intentions. The Divine does not demand blind obedience. It is instead an invitation to a grand journey of open-hearted exploration and intellectual honesty. When one seeks truth with genuine sincerity, guidance becomes inevitable.
Eram Saeed’s Journey
Long before the world recognized the transformative power of gratitude, Eram Saeed was living its stark opposite. Burdened by financial struggles, legal battles, and single parenthood, she found herself on the brink of despair. Despite hitting multiple dead ends—from a series of lawsuits to crushing anxiety—Eram kept searching for a lifeline.
Her moment came when she discovered practicing gratitude. With only a phone alarm and a simple journal, Eram began to record and reflect on small blessings throughout her day. Within weeks, she experienced a dramatic shift: stress and worry receded, replaced by a newfound sense of hope. This inner transformation fueled change—from improved health and relationships to the launch of her teachings around the “Four T’s” (Tawheed, the Tashakkur, Taqwa, and Tavakkal).
Today, Eram stands as a testament to the idea that the path to lasting happiness and success begins inside. By teaching others to embrace gratitude and shift from perceived lack to abundance, she’s helped countless individuals break free from limiting beliefs and step into a meaningful life.
Expert Advice & Powerful Quotes
“When the youngsters have questions that they want to ask regarding religion because they're confused, or they find contradictions, they are forced to just shut up and put up. They're not encouraged to ask questions.”
“How do we solve this problem where there are people that are disenchanted with Islam, or they are denying Islam now because they just can't understand it? And I would like to invite you to consider this: that perhaps you never gave Islam its due fare. You didn't do your due diligence before rejecting the concepts because the concepts that were being forced upon you that you thought were Islam, perhaps never were the true Islam.”
“I was given an opportunity to truly find the highest truths of life, of existence, that when you learn those and you see and you compare with the most advanced scientific research, every single time you find that the ultimate truth was always given in the Quran.”
“Allah has told us that through this book he will guide people, and through this book he will also misguide people. Why? What is the requirement to be guided? It's the sincerity in your heart, you could be denying everything. That's okay, but if you have sincerity to find the truth, then you will find it.”
“So always remember that a scholar and his interpretation of the Quran and the Tafsir, they are all opinions of man. And opinions of man are not words of God.”
Through Sincerity, True Faith from Atheism
True faith should be inherited, enforced, or blindly followed. Instead, true faith is discovered through sincerity. The crisis of belief unfolding among today’s youth is not a sign of spiritual decay but an invitation to deeper awakening. When questions are met with compassion instead of fear, and when intellect walks hand in hand with devotion, faith transforms from dogma into living wisdom.
- Listen to the Full Episode – Eram Saeed explains the path back to God is not paved with guilt or conformity but with honest seeking. Science, scripture, and self-inquiry all point to the same truth: there is a Divine Intelligence at work, inviting each soul to rediscover its purpose.
- Reflect on Your Own Life – We may sometimes feel lost and disillusioned with our beliefs, but we can return. Sincerity and humility will illuminate the pathway, and the Divine will meet you on that journey.
- Explore More – Visit Jamali.Love for more episodes blending faith and transformation. Find stories, live sessions, and resources to guide you in your journey of growth and healing.
Atheism can be attractive in a materialistic world that can, all too often, feel overwhelmingly dark. Misinterpretations of religion and Islam can make it seem all the more grim, but the truth is that there is a Divine Intelligence that cares for us. But finding that divinity requires that we approach it with a sincere thirst for knowledge.
