Hello brothers, Before reading, you guys must understand that I am agnostic. I want you guys to be objective, and if anything that you read below makes you feel bad, it is not my intention. I just want answers for the only reason because I do not believe. Thank you so much. I am a young and humble seeker of the truth from Spain. I grew up in Christian values, but I never really believed. Now, a few year into College, I started to interest in religion and theology due to all the problems I see in the world and personal problems.Objectively, I see Islam a better religion than Christianity because of some social crucial aspects, like the possibility of divorce. But I also dislike some aspects of Islam, regarding to the social field. (To clarify, my approach here is about the actual and factual religion, what is written in the books. We all know that christians disobey much more their book than muslims, and I hugely respect muslims because of being more orthodox).And, yes, I underlined the word "social" purposely. Because there is a major question that makes me not believe in Allah.For my question I will focus only in Allah and the creation, not anything else, like moral laws. Only Allah and creation.My question and debate is the following:Why did Allah (God) create us? Allah is what created all, the author of creation. He does not need us, he needs nothing, because he can do it all.My issue is that he created us, from nothing, without asking anybody to be born, and tells us through a messenger man what he wants us to do. If we obey, we are saved for eternity. If we do not obey, we are sent to hell for eternity. If you do not like the conditions, and want to quit, you cannot take the way out, because you will be sent for eternity to hellfire. Couldn't he just have not created us? Now, isn't this extremely egotistic and dark?The Quran in fact mentions to fear Allah a few times (example. Surah Al-Ma'idah, 93). The Quran also says that we are Allah's servants, but that he is the most forgiving and merciful (Surah Az-Zumar, 53).I would only understand the faith in Allah in a sense of fear, fear because of his power and selfishness. I would only understand to follow him as a servant, who does not loves his owner, but he has no choice but to do what he is being obliged to do. Yes, if you obey him but make mistakes, in the path of obeying him, you could be forgiven.Guys, I don't know you, but to me this is profoundly dismal.Please, respond to me in a sincery way, and trying to give good answers. Because I saw already answers like "How do you dare to even consider the un-existence/ purpose of Allah" or "Allah is the only one to know", and this kind of answers are all but clarifying.Thank you,sincerely.
Secondly, Surah 67 Verse 2:"Who has created death and life that He may test you which of you is best in deed. And He is the All-Mighty, the Oft-Forgiving"
Re: The only issue that keeps me away from believing
Thank you for your honesty and openness in sharing your thoughts. I appreciate your approach of seeking understanding objectively, and I will try to respond in a sincere and thoughtful manner. The question you raised about why Allah created us is a profound one, and it touches on the nature of existence, purpose, and divine wisdom. In Islam, it is understood that Allah is the Creator, and everything He does has a purpose that is beyond our full comprehension. However, the Quran and Hadith offer us some insight into why Allah created us. Firstly, Allah created us as a means to worship Him and recognize His greatness. As mentioned in the Quran, "I did not create jinn and mankind except to worship Me" (Quran 51:56). Worship, in Islam, is not limited to rituals like prayer, but encompasses a way of living that aligns with the values and guidance Allah has provided—living with justice, kindness, and moral integrity. This purpose is not about serving Allah’s needs, because as you rightly pointed out, Allah needs nothing. Rather, it is about the opportunity for humans to recognize their Creator, live in alignment with His will, and seek closeness to Him. Now, regarding your concern about the conditions of obedience and the consequences of disobedience, Islam teaches that life is a test. This world is temporary, and the trials we face here are meant to shape us, test our character, and ultimately lead us to an understanding of our purpose. The Quran presents life as a test, and it is through this test that we are given the opportunity to earn rewards in the afterlife. Allah does not force anyone to follow Him—He grants free will, allowing us the choice to obey or disobey. The concept of Hell in Islam is indeed difficult, but it is important to understand that Allah’s justice is coupled with His mercy. In Islam, Allah is described as "Ar-Rahman" (The Most Merciful) and "Ar-Rahim" (The Most Compassionate). Those who sincerely seek forgiveness and strive to be better can find redemption. Allah’s mercy outweighs His wrath, and even those who have erred can return to Him with repentance, seeking forgiveness. As for the concept of fear, it is not the type of fear that comes from a sense of oppression or hostility, but a fear rooted in reverence for Allah’s power and the consequences of straying from the path of righteousness. It is a fear that comes from love, from understanding the Creator’s greatness and the importance of living a life of purpose. Ultimately, the purpose of life, according to Islam, is to recognize the Creator, live justly, and seek to return to Him in the best of states. It is not about being forced to obey out of fear, but about freely choosing to follow the guidance Allah has provided because we trust in His wisdom, mercy, and justice. I hope this response provides some clarity. Please feel free to ask further questions if you wish to explore these ideas more deeply. May peace and understanding be with you on your journey of seeking the truth.
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The only issue that keeps me away from believing
Before reading, you guys must understand that I am agnostic. I want you guys to be objective, and if anything that you read below makes you feel bad, it is not my intention. I just want answers for the only reason because I do not believe. Thank you so much.
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