Exploring the Problem of Evil in Islamic Theology

This chapter delves into the historical discussions in Islamic theology regarding the problem of evil, free will, divine justice, and the nature of tribulations. It contrasts the Islamic perspective with Western scholarship and highlights the differences in viewpoints between the Motazelite and Asharite schools. The chapter emphasizes the concept of growth through challenges, the importance of introspection during trials, and the idea that hardships are part of a divine plan for spiritual development.