Why did God Create Mankind?
By Dr Yaser Abotaha
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بسم الله الرحمن الرحيم
إن الحمد لله نحمده ونستعينه ونستغفره ونعوذ بالله من شرور أنفسنا ومن سيئات أعمالنا من يهده الله فلا مضل له ومن يضلل فلا هادي له..وأشهد ان لا إله إلا الله وحده لا شريك له وأشهد أن محمداً عبده ورسوله.
All praise is due to Allah, we seek his refuge, and ask for his forgiveness. We seek refuge in Allah from our own bad deeds. Whoever Allah guides, no one can misguide him, and whoever Allah misguides, no one can guide him. I bear witness that there is no deity worthy of worship except Allah Alone, and I bear witness that Muhammad is his messenger.
Quick Guide: Why did God Create Mankind?
- The purpose of human creation is to understand and fulfill the amanah, the responsibility entrusted to mankind, which leads to Allah’s pleasure and ultimate success in the hereafter.
- Humans are the only creatures who accepted the amanah, taking full responsibility for their actions and duties in life.
- The amanah is a test to determine who among mankind will have the best deeds, faith, and adherence to Allah’s guidance.
- Life is short and transient, and reflection on the purpose of existence is necessary to fulfill the amanah properly.
- The amanah includes establishing deen in personal life and communities, ensuring that family and dependents understand their purpose.
- Daily life, wealth, family, and blessings are tools and tests rather than ultimate goals, and they must not distract from the amanah.
- Success in life is measured by how one upholds the amanah, follows Allah’s guidance, and prepares for the consequences after death.
- Wealth and blessings can be a greater test than hardship, as they require careful management, responsibility, and proper use to please Allah.
- Continuous reflection and accountability are essential for all, especially youth, to ensure that life is lived in alignment with the amanah and the pursuit of eternal success.
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