THE PROBLEM OF SUFFERING

It is not based on any scientific principles. Similarly, terrorism, battles, global warming, pollution, ecological problems, etc. are all the result of the misuse of human freedom. The Correct Reference Why did the Creator give man this freedom? The Creator desires to give man an exceptional reward. This great reward is Heaven, a place of eternal bliss. Only those who use their freedom responsibly will be entitled to an abode in Heaven; those who―despite being free―keep themselves in check and control their desires. Where there is freedom, there will also be the misuse of freedom, but freedom entailing a great reward is so precious that it cannot be taken away due to apprehensions about its misuse. The correct reference is to know the creation plan of God. According to this plan, man has been granted freedom in this world. God has made this elaborate plan so as to create an environment of test. The events of suffering that happen in human life arise directly or indirectly out of the misuse of this God-granted freedom. o Attributing human suffering to God or to nature is utterly unscientific. Nature is completely free from defects. Nature is so well-established and well-regulated that its functioning and performance is the reliable basis for the progress of civilization. Being patient does not mean inaction. It means planning your strategy, assessing your resources and taking into consideration the relevant natural factors.