The first verse was revealed concerning the Jews and the hypocrites, because when the Messenger of Allah (saw) arrived in Medina, they said: “We have been experiencing a decrease in our fruits and crops ever since this man and his companions came to us.” They attributed the decrease and drought, calling it evil (saiyi’a), to the Messenger (saw)..
Tag: Evil
Conversation with an Atheist, Regarding the “Problem of Evil”
بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم Some atheists raise an argument that those who believe in God, must believe that He causes evil, on the basis of causality. Perhaps the best way to address this question is to first identify its origins. No question in philosophy or religion comes about ex nihilo (i.e. out of nothing). Rather, … Continue reading Conversation with an Atheist, Regarding the “Problem of Evil”
Q&A: Difference between Khair (good) and Sharr (evil), and Husn (pretty) and Qubh (ugly)
Question: As-Salaam Alaikum Sheikh, may Allah grant you a long life to witness the victory, InshaAllah. I have a question about the difference between Khair (good) and Sharr (evil), and Husn (pretty) and Qubh (ugly)? Because when the topic is raised among the brothers, varying answers are given on the subject, please explain to us … Continue reading Q&A: Difference between Khair (good) and Sharr (evil), and Husn (pretty) and Qubh (ugly)
