Raz Mihal

I wouldn’t call it hermitism, but rather a deep appreciation for solitude. Stillness allows me to connect with the essence of love beyond words or societal expectations. Observing people and society from a distance reveals that love is not just an emotion—it is the underlying connection and source of everything within us and existence itself. This is where the idea of the modern hermit arises—not in isolation, but in being among people while remaining an outsider due to the clarity and awareness that love is divinity itself. It’s about stepping back, not to withdraw, but to truly see—to recognise love in its purest form. In that silence, I’ve realised that love is not something to chase, but something ever-present, waiting to be remembered—like waking from a long dream into the true reality of our existence. That’s why the movie The Matrix resonates so deeply with me—it reflects this awakening, revealing love as the ultimate reality beyond illusion.

My journey began as an inner calling, a whisper of love at an early age that never faded. The pivotal moment came decades ago during meditation in the woods when I realised that love is not just an emotion—it is the eternal force behind all existence. In solitude, reflection, and even the simplest moments of connection, I uncovered deeper layers of this divine essence. Love is not something to seek; it is something to remember—always present within our souls.

Divine love is not transactional or reliant on external validation—it simply is, an eternal energy within all that exists and beyond existence itself. It transcends possession and expectation, flowing beyond time and space. While human love often seeks reciprocation, divine love is a state of being—an awareness that love is the very fabric of existence. It is not bound by time, reason, or physical presence; it has always been, always will be, and simply is. That is why I reversed the old scriptural saying God is love, realising instead that Love is God.

The balance comes naturally now because writing has become my bridge between solitude and society—not out of intention, but because the feeling of divine love is so overwhelming that it must be shared, allowing the world to recognise and embrace its divinity. In the past, I struggled to accept society as it is, with its flaws and suffering, seeking refuge in monasteries and forests, trying to live as a true hermit. But through meditation and revelations, I came to realise that divine love—God—is not separate from the world, society, or people, but is the very essence of everything. With this understanding, I no longer searched or withdrew but embraced the world as a reflection of the divine love within. While I still spend much time in reflection, my words exist to be shared, to reach those seeking a deeper understanding of love. Love itself is the balance—remaining open to the world while honouring the quiet space where true awareness deepens.

The challenge was translating the inexpressible into words—how do you describe something meant to be felt beyond language? That’s why I’ve always felt that words alone are never enough to convey divine love or the reality of its existence. Yet, if not through words, how else can one at least offer a glimpse of its greatness and help others realise that love is not just a feeling but a force beyond comprehension—much like the unseen power behind Marvel’s characters? I overcame this by not trying to define love intellectually but by allowing the feeling itself to give birth to the words, letting them emerge naturally, without force, trusting that the essence of divine love would find its way through the spaces between the lines.

Start by quieting the noise of thoughts and simply being aware of the feeling of love when you're with a loved one, regardless of the relationship. Love isn’t something to be grasped; it’s something to be felt when the mind stops searching. Meditation, deep reflection, and genuine moments of connection—whether with nature, others, or oneself—are all pathways to recognising the love that has always been there.

But beyond all this, the realisation must come that love is more than just a feeling; it is something resembling divinity itself, beyond what we perceive as human love. We often treat love as something simple, like food, water, or a necessity of life, because it is inherent within us. Yet, it is far greater than that—it is the very essence of these things, the source of existence, and even the foundation of the idea of divinity itself.

It has shifted my understanding of love from expectation to presence. Love is not about possessing another or seeking validation; it’s about being fully present in every interaction, allowing love to exist without control. This perspective has deepened my connections, making them more authentic and free.

This doesn’t mean I don’t make mistakes or that I live as a saint in society or in relationships. But in being present, I often realise how fragile we are as humans, how we tend to treat love as a transaction—even in its most noble forms. Many times, love is expressed when we praise ourselves for doing good, helping others in suffering or need, as if love must be justified or rewarded. Yet, real love is silent, not seeking recognition but simply being—lived, shared, and felt without the need to make noise about it.

In the beginning, decades ago, when I searched for answers to the emptiness inside, love gradually filled that space. I read extensively—from the Bible to Buddhism, the Vedas, the lives and teachings of great gurus and masters, as well as hypnotism and Blavatsky—exploring anything that sought to explain the source and purpose of our existence. Even science fiction fascinated me, as many of its ideas mirror religious and philosophical concepts, offering alternative perspectives on the mysteries of existence.

After years of meditation, solitude, and deep reflection, I realised that the answer wasn’t in following a single philosophy. Instead, I found that divine love weaves through all knowledge, subtly connecting science, religion, and existence in unseen ways. My understanding of divine love has been shaped by direct experience rather than doctrine. However, elements of Eastern spirituality, Sufi poetry, and even quantum physics deeply resonate with my perspective on love as a force beyond time and space.

Solitude is where clarity emerges, and awareness takes full presence. In those silent moments, I can hear the deeper truths of love and existence, unfiltered by societal distractions. It is when the inner sound of existence arises, confirming the presence of the soul. Writing, for me, is an extension of this process—giving form to these revelations so they can be shared.

Yes, the book is infused with reflections that merge personal experience with universal truths. Some moments are directly drawn from my own journey, while others are expressed through allegory, allowing readers to see themselves within the unfolding exploration of love. What I’ve noticed is that when I read my own words later, it feels as if I am speaking not just for myself, but for an unseen audience—as if an inner force has been encapsulated within those words, reaching out to others who are called to recognize the same living energy of divine love that already exists within them.

Don’t force understanding, don’t think about it—just feel. Love is not something the mind can fully grasp; it’s something the heart already knows. It is the reflection of divine love on a universal scale. We must acknowledge that love is not just a simple emotion but a force that binds and connects everything—it is the source of all that is. The more you try to define it, the further it seems. Instead, be still, observe, and become aware of your inner feelings. Allow love to reveal itself in the smallest moments of awareness. And in those moments, as you become conscious of love’s existence, you begin to realise the ultimate truth—that love was always within you. You simply hadn’t recognised it from the beginning, which is what makes its existence truly divine.

A world connected by divine love awareness is one where people see beyond ego, beyond division, beyond physical existence. It begins with individual awakening—realising that love is not something to seek externally but an inherent state of being. When enough individuals embrace this truth, the collective consciousness naturally shifts. At that point, divine love is no longer just a concept of religion or philosophy—it becomes our very existence.

I hope they walk away with the realisation that love is not something to seek but something to be. Love is not confined to relationships, moments, or emotions—it is the foundation of existence itself. And once recognised, it changes everything.

I also hope readers will enrich their lives and those of their loved ones by seeing love as more than a feeling or expectation—by loving simply because it brings them joy, not for a reason or accomplishment. And finally, that they will come to understand and accept that divine love is the answer humanity has searched for since the beginning of time—not because someone told them or because they read it, but because they feel it within, awakened through their own enlightenment.

I’m currently revisiting Hearts of Love, a book I wrote 25 years ago in my native language, bringing it into a new light with the understanding I have now. This time, I aim to make it more readable than Just Love Her, which, at times, is quite abstract and explores concepts that may be challenging for those unfamiliar with the spirituality genre. Interestingly, Hearts of Love was even more abstract in its original form, yet it was more easily accepted by readers at the time of its publication. Perhaps because it not only explored divine love but also provided a practical path to enlightenment—one that has been, and still is, the foundation of my existence in society.

Beyond that, my journey continues—writing, exploring, and sharing the ever-unfolding nature of divine love in another book titled Divine Love. Much of it was written in my native language a few years after Hearts of Love was published, and it will likely be the last book where I directly explore divine love as both a divinity and a concept. While each book is connected by this theme, they stand on their own, offering unique discussions and perspectives. This is why I never considered them a series—divine love is their common thread, but the experience of reading each is distinct.

Additionally, I’m excited to venture into science fiction, or at least blend it with philosophical fiction. I already have concepts and ideas for a few books, but writing them is an entirely different process—one that unfolds in its own time. Hopefully, sooner rather than later. Only divine love knows… ?

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