Divine Spark

The concept of a divine spark refers to a fragment or emanation of the divine essence that is believed to reside within each individual, connecting them to the transcendent or the sacred. This idea is prevalent in various religious and spiritual traditions, often symbolizing the inherent divinity or potential for spiritual enlightenment within every being. In Hebrew, this concept is sometimes translated as ניצוץ אלוהי (nitzotz elohi). In Sufism, a mystical branch of Islam, the divine spark is known as Fatrah, representing the divine light within the soul. Similarly, in Gnosticism, the divine spark is referred to as the pneuma, which seeks to return to its divine source. The notion of a divine spark underscores the belief in the intrinsic sacredness of all life and the potential for spiritual awakening and union with the divine.