GOOD, EVIL AND SUFFERING

Question 1

What’s an example of a good action and what is the consequence?

Answer 1

helping and caring and leading a good life
reward =
afterlife in al-Jannah

Question 2

whats an example of a bad action and whats the consequence?

Answer 2

carrying out evil actions such as commiting crmes
punishment=
after life in Jahannam , where unbelievers face terrible tormenting

Question 3

Whats a quote for going to heaven? what does it demonstrate?

Answer 3

'’Indeed, Allah is ever knowing and wise. He admits whom He wills into His mercy’’

Allah is always watching and will be judged by their actions, Muslims try and live their lives by helping others. Eg. Helping at a food bank

Question 4

Whats a quote for going to Hell? what does it demonstrate?

Answer 4

'’The wrongdoers - He has prepared for them a painful punishment.’’

Teaches Muslims that those who do wrong will be judged my Allah and receive suitable punishment in the afterlife.

Question 5

what are 3 non religious views to suffering?

Answer 5

• Humans make their own choice and should take responsibility for their actions
• Evil and suffering are not punishments
• The existence of evil and suffering proves that there is no God

Question 6

explain two different Muslim teachings on suffering

Answer 6

• Muslims believe there is a reason why they suffer (1)
  It is part of Allah’s plan, although Muslims do not know what this is
• Muslims believe that suffering is a test of faith and character (1)
  Allah gave people free will and it is up to them to deserve the reward in the afterlife

Question 7

explain 3 Muslim responses to why people suffer

Answer 7

• Suffering is part of Allah’s plan
• Some suffering is due to human actions
• good can come from suffering