God is like fire dwelling in each and every heart.
But because the flint stone does not produce a
spark in the heart, it does not give light.
The Divine Spark Within Every Heart
Kabir likens the presence of God in each person’s heart to a fire that dwells within everyone.
However, he points out that this divine fire remains dormant unless it is
kindled—much like a flint stone that will not produce a spark unless struck. In
this analogy, the heart is compared to the flint stone; if it does not generate
a spark, then the inner fire does not manifest as light.
This metaphor underlines the idea that while the divine presence exists in all hearts, it requires an inner awakening or effort for its light to become visible in our lives.
Without actively seeking or cultivating this spark—through qualities
such as devotion, compassion, and self-awareness—the divine light remains
hidden, and its transformative power is not realized.
