Is it possible that God has forgotten me?

The feeling that God, the Almighty, might have forgotten someone is a very human and sometimes deeply unsettling emotion that can arise during moments of hardship, despair, or spiritual detachment. This feeling often stems from a misunderstanding of God's divine essence and an incorrect perception of the Creator's relationship with His creation. In response to this question from the perspective of the Holy Quran, it must be stated unequivocally that God never, ever forgets His servant. The concept of "forgetting," in the sense of losing memory, being neglectful, or becoming inattentive, is an imperfection that exists only in finite and flawed beings like humans. The essence of the Almighty Lord is absolute perfection, all-knowing, ever-present, and watchful over everything, free from any flaw or defect. Forgetfulness indicates limitation and imperfection, and these attributes can never be ascribed to the Divine Essence, which is infinite and perfect. His knowledge is boundless and encompasses everything, from the beginning of creation to its end, from the largest galaxies to the smallest hidden particle in the earth and heavens. God is not only heedful of His creatures, but He is aware of all the details of their existence and lives. This assurance of God's non-forgetfulness is the foundation of spiritual peace and reliance on Him. The Holy Quran explicitly emphasizes this truth in numerous verses, stating that God neither slumbers nor sleeps, neither forgets nor is heedless of anything. In Surah Maryam, verse 64, it explicitly declares: "وَ مَا کَانَ رَبُّکَ نَسِیًّا" which means, "And your Lord is never forgetful." This verse alone provides a definitive answer to the concern of a servant. Not only is forgetting impossible for God, but His knowledge is boundless, and His encompassment of everything is absolute. He is aware of all actions, thoughts, whispers, and even the smallest movements of His creatures. In Surah Taha, verse 52, we read: "قَالَ عِلْمُهَا عِندَ رَبِّي فِي کِتَابٍ ۖ لَّا یَضِلُّ رَبِّي وَلَا یَنسَیٰ" which means, "(Moses) said, 'The knowledge thereof is with my Lord in a record. My Lord does not err, nor does He forget.'" This verse demonstrates that divine knowledge encompasses the past, present, and future, and nothing remains hidden from His sight. All human deeds, good and bad, are recorded in the Preserved Tablet and are never forgotten by Him; this point also guarantees divine justice on the Day of Judgment. So, if God does not forget, why do humans sometimes experience this feeling? This emotion often arises due to the circumstances in which a person finds themselves. When an individual faces major problems, calamities, or continuous disappointments, the incorrect perception may form in their mind that God has abandoned them or forgotten them. This is a temptation instilled by Satan to make the servant despair of divine mercy. In reality, these trials and hardships are not signs of forgetfulness but are often opportunities for growth, turning back to God, and purification from sins. Allah states in the Quran: "وَلَنَبْلُوَنَّکُم بِشَيْءٍ مِّنَ الْخَوْفِ وَالْجُوعِ وَنَقْصٍ مِّنَ الْأَمْوَالِ وَالْأَنفُسِ وَالثَّمَرَاتِ ۗ وَبَشِّرِ الصَّابِرِينَ" (Al-Baqarah: 155), meaning, "And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient." These verses indicate that trials are part of the divine plan for human upbringing, and their purpose is not the destruction or abandonment of the servant, but their elevation and refinement. God is so close to humanity that He Himself declares in Surah Qaf, verse 16: "وَنَحْنُ أَقْرَبُ إِلَیْهِ مِنْ حَبْلِ الْوَرِیدِ" meaning, "And We are closer to him than [his] jugular vein." This closeness signifies complete encompassment and absolute awareness of human existence at every moment and in every place. How could someone so close ever forget? This expression is used to convey the utmost divine attention and encompassing knowledge. Furthermore, Quranic verses constantly invite humanity to remember and glorify God. In Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 152, it states: "فَاذْکُرُونِی أَذْکُرْکُمْ وَاشْکُرُوا لِی وَلَا تَکْفُرُونِ" meaning, "So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me." This verse is a clear and unparalleled promise: if the servant remembers God, God will remember them. Remembering God by the servant means obedience, servitude, prayer, and supplication, while God remembering the servant means granting mercy, guidance, help, and fulfilling needs. Therefore, whenever you feel forgotten, the best approach is to remember God more, perform prayers, make supplications, read the Quran, and speak to Him. These acts will strengthen your connection with the Creator and restore feelings of peace and assurance. This itself is a reminder that the relationship is reciprocal; the more a person steps towards God, the more they will feel His grace and mercy. Thus, the feeling of being forgotten by God originates not from a defect in the divine essence, but from a defect in the servant's understanding and faith, or from satanic whispers. God is always present, watching, hearing, and knowing. He hears the prayers of His servants and answers them, even if the answer is not what the person initially expects. He is aware of all our needs, apparent and hidden, and nothing is beyond His knowledge and power. Our duty is to have faith in His mercy and justice in every situation, seek His help, and be patient. God is All-Wise, and whatever He decrees for His servant surely contains good, even if it initially seems difficult and challenging. So, turn to your merciful and ever-awake Lord with a trusting heart, and know that He will never leave you alone or forget you, and will always be your refuge and support.