Hello Dear Readers.
The following article was written in response to the @ecotrain "Question of the week". It seemed interesting, so, I mused about it for a bit and drafted this article, an article I hope that will not offend too many people, too much.
It is important to keep an open mind when discussing topics like this. So, take it all with a grain of salt and enjoy. :D
Here is a link to the Question of the week post :
If there is a God why is there so much suffering in the world?
This is a question that has plagued theologians and philosophers for centuries. There are many answers to this question, but no one answer is universally accepted. Some people believe that suffering is a part of God's plan and that it is necessary for us to grow as individuals. Others believe that God is not responsible for the suffering in the world and that it is instead the result of human sin. Still others believe that God is both good and powerful, but that he is limited in his ability to prevent suffering. No matter what your beliefs are, it is important to remember that we cannot fully understand the mind of God.
Some ideas about this topic...
- It's the consequence of the human's free will
- God is testing the humans
- It's a punishment for our sins
- God is not real
- We're living in a simulation and God is just an illusion
- God exists, but not in the way we think
There are many explanations for why there is so much suffering in the world, and none of them are definitively correct.
One possibility is that it is a consequence of the human's free will. We are free to make our own choices, and sometimes those choices result in suffering. Another possibility is that God is testing humans. He may intend to use the suffering as a way to help us grow and learn. Some people believe that suffering is a punishment for our sins, but this view is not supported by scripture. The Bible says that "God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life." (John 3:16)
Another possibility is that we are living in a simulation and God is just an illusion, or perhaps a giant computer running it all. Some people believe that this is the case because it's difficult to reconcile the existence of evil with the idea of a good God. However, there is no evidence to support this view. Ultimately, we cannot know for certain.
Like a lot of people, you are confused about religion and why there is so much suffering in the world. Perhaps the best thing then is to learn about different religions and why they exist. This is a way you can make the world a better place, by learning about religion.. And expanding what we know.
There are many aspects to this question, and I've heard others ask it before, so I'm not the first. Firstly, as with any other kind of question of this nature, the "answer" is never black or white. Therefore, I would say that it would be presumptuous to state that there definitely isn't a God. There could very well be a God who created the world and keeps his eye on us all, watching over us like a bespectacled parent, smiling down at his children with complete adoration. As to why he allows so much suffering, only he knows the answers to that one. Who can comprehend His ways? They're shrouded in secrecy - but perhaps for some, it's nice to think of Him looking down on everyone and taking notes.
Not sure if this really answered the question or not… But hey, perhaps it opens up your mind to a few new ideas?
Thanks for reading this article today. I hope you are enjoying it and, no matter the correct answer, living life and being happy. :D
Cheers
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It's cool you shared your own idea to it, it's quite interesting.
I appreciate you taking time to read it @emeka4.
what do you think?
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Interesting perspectives. Keep up the good work and God bless you! All the best, much health, much energy for work, have a great evening, and namaste! :)
thank you for the kind words @vikthor.
a lot of life is just about thinking. Dreaming up visions and ideas for whatever and how come.
Wishing you all the best health and energy as well and success moving forward!
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Thank you very much for your best wishes and I am really grateful for them! That being said, a lot of good energy vibes your way and a lot of success in every aspect of your life! God bless you! :)
You're perspective to this question is quite appreciable.thanks for sharing.
@lhorgical it's my pleasure to share crazy ideas with people with open minds. :D thanks for taking time to read it.
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