Questioning why people are punished
Question
Allah loves a human 70 times more than the love of a mother. How can he put the same human in hellfire given that He loves him so much.
Answer
The mercy and compassion of Allah Ta`ala is far beyond our understanding, and His wisdom and knowledge is beyond comprehension. If he decides Jahannum for anybody then there isn't a decision better than that. Your work is just to listen and remain a slave under Allah. Don't assume to be the boss over Allah, feeling that you have the right to question His authority.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
Where scholars differ, it’s safer to take the more cautious view.
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