On the Threshold of Paradise

evolutionary stage of the planet, which we call the perfect world. In this ideal world, all types of limitations will end. By divine arrangement, justice will prevail in its most perfect form. The wicked will be removed from the Earth, and only the virtuous will enter this ideal world without pollution. Calamities will cease, and all disadvantages such as disease, accidents, old age and death will be eradicated forever. All tasks are performed by hard work in the present world: hardship and success are inseparable. Such a state of affairs will no longer prevail in Paradise, for such refined changes will occur that each activity will be enjoyable. As it is said in the Quran: “The people of Paradise shall be happily occupied on that Day.” (36:55) In Paradise, there will be no need for special arrangements for human diversion, for all activities will be a source of entertainment and enjoyment. In response to his natural urges, the world that man has been searching for thousands of years will find in a state of perfection. He will find a life of joy, peace,