Shaykh Yasir Qadhi goes into the tangent of the sad reality that encompasses the pertinent question – “Why is there so much suffering in this world?”
There are two types of calamities in this world:
- The calamity of food and shelter
- The calamity of war and strife
The theological wisdom behind calamities and suffering in this world are as follows:
- Demonstrates Lordship – only Allah is Powerful, no one else.
- Appreciation of the fact that we are the servants of Allah.
- The religiosity, Iman, Taqwa, Du’a and calling to Allah that comes as a result.
- Exhibition of the best Akhlaq in a person.
- Allah allows others to demonstrate generosity and test those who are blessed with the worldly benefits and pleasures.
- Appreciation of the blessings and ease in our daily life for which we ought to be thankful to Allah.
- Blessings of Allah on the Day of Judgment due to pain in this world.
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