Human existence runs on desire. It is desire that pushes a person to struggle and work hard—perhaps you may not fully agree.

For example, if a person feels hungry and works to get food, that seems like survival. The human body is designed this way. So where does desire come into it?

Up to this point, I agree with you.

But let me ask: Have you ever asked that person if they would eat the same food for their entire life, even if it were the best food in the world?

Surely, they would refuse.

Just like the Children of Israel once complained that they could not keep eating the same food every day—they wanted variety.

Quranic Reference – Bani Israel

(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:61)

Arabic:

لَن نَّصْبِرَ عَلَىٰ طَعَامٍ وَاحِدٍ

“We cannot endure one kind of food.” 

Now reverse the question:

If someone is told: “You can eat anything you want, except one specific food for your entire life,”

Many people would agree immediately. Others would think deeply and question why.

Does this remind you of something?

If not, let me remind you.

Quranic Reference – Adam (AS)

(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:35)

Arabic:

وَقُلْنَا يَا آدَمُ اسْكُنْ أَنتَ وَزَوْجُكَ الْجَنَّةَ وَكُلَا مِنْهَا رَغَدًا حَيْثُ شِئْتُمَا وَلَا تَقْرَبَا هَٰذِهِ الشَّجَرَةَ

“O Adam, dwell you and your wife in Paradise and eat freely from wherever you wish, but do not approach this tree…” 

According to tafsir, Adam (AS) was drawn toward that very thing which was restricted. Then Shaytan deceived him, and he slipped, leading to his descent to Earth.

Core Question

What kind of force exists within desire that made Adam (AS) risk disobedience?

Possible answers:

• It was part of Allah’s divine plan.
• A sense of curiosity.
• The attraction toward the forbidden.
• Or something deeply embedded in human nature.

Quranic Psychology Insight

Even if a human has everything…  they still want more.

So why are we here?

• Just for a test?
• To see who does good deeds?
• Or something deeper?

Quranic Answer

Arabic:

لِيَبْلُوَكُمْ أَيُّكُمْ أَحْسَنُ عَمَلًا

“He tests you to see which of you is best in deeds.” 

But what is a good deed?

Is it simply following Shariah?

Look at your own life:

Is there something you know is wrong, yet you still do it—and when you try to stop, you feel cravings?

For example: backbiting.

At the same time, you desire things like a new car.

Comparison with Adam (AS)

Adam (AS) had Paradise, yet one restriction.

You have blessings, yet certain limits.

Now imagine:

If Allah said: “Leave backbiting, and I will give you a new car.”

What would you do?

• Some would quit instantly.
• Some would doubt.
• Some would say: “I only want Allah.”

Final Insight

Everything comes back to desire.

What you truly want defines your path.

• If you desire the world → you chase it
• If you desire Allah → you move toward Him

The path is open.

If Adam (AS) had raised his hands in dua instead of reaching for the tree…

Would Allah have refused?

Perhaps not.

We may still not fully understand what desire truly is…

But we have come close:

Desire is not just a need—it is a test of direction, loyalty, and priority.

 Rejection is not only disrespectful or immoral 

It's is a matter of dignity and quality as well 

(Raast) 

 انکار فقط بے عزتی یا بد تمیزی نہیں 

انکار معیار اور عزت نفس بھی ہے 

(راست)

 What should I do with your satire?

My own words prick me.

(Raast)

 تمہارے طنز کا میں کیا کروں؟

مجھے تو اکثر میرے ہی لفظ چبھ جاتے ہیں 

(راست)

 Is This World Just a Game? 

 A Quranic Philosophy

Is this world real… or just a game?

The Qur’an gives a powerful answer:

(Qur’an 29:64)

Arabic:
وَمَا ٱلْحَيَوٰةُ ٱلدُّنْيَآ إِلَّا لَعِبٌۭ وَلَهْوٌۭ ۖ وَإِنَّ ٱلدَّارَ ٱلْـَٔاخِرَةَ لَهِىَ ٱلْحَيَوَانُ ۚ لَوْ كَانُوا۟ يَعْلَمُونَ

“The life of this world is nothing but play and amusement. But the Hereafter is the real life—if only they knew.”

Understanding Through a Story: Jumanji

A Powerful Connection With Our Reality

Now reflect on our own existence.

Before coming into this world, humans had a different state of existence. Then we were sent from Jannah to here, into this “worldly game.”

Each person is given a unique identity

We all have strengths and weaknesses

We are given guidance through the Qur’an

We are given intellect (Aqal) to choose right and wrong

We are given multiple chances to succeed

Unlike a game that offers only a few lives, Allah gives us countless opportunities for repentance and growth.

Some people’s journeys are connected—just like in a game where success depends on cooperation.

The Most Important Point: (Distraction)

A game is not just a challenge—it is also a distraction.

If a player forgets the mission and gets lost in the game…
they can never win.

The Qur’an reminds us again:

(Qur’an 57:20)

Arabic:
ٱعْلَمُوٓا۟ أَنَّمَا ٱلْحَيَوٰةُ ٱلدُّنْيَا لَعِبٌۭ وَلَهْوٌۭ وَزِينَةٌۭ وَتَفَاخُرٌۢ بَيْنَكُمْ

“Know that the life of this world is only play, amusement, and distraction…”

Yes, this world is like a game—but not meaningless.

• It is a test
• It is a temporary stage
• It is full of distractions

If you get lost in it, you lose.
If you stay focused, you succeed

Raast

Is Allah Unjust? Quranic philosophy 

This question often arises in the human mind, especially during moments of pain, loss, or injustice. When we experience hardship, we may think:

“If everything is in Allah’s control, why didn’t He stop this? Has He been unfair to me?”

Similarly, when we witness oppression in the world—when a victim does not receive justice—we begin to question:

“Why does Allah allow oppression?

 Is Allah unjust?”

Even while reading the Qur’an, descriptions of punishment can create fear, leading to the same question:

“Why is the punishment so severe? 

Is Allah unjust?”

However, when we reflect deeply, the Qur’an provides a clear and powerful answer.

Allah Never Commits Injustice

The Qur’an explicitly states:

 (Qur’an 4:40)

 إِنَّ اللَّهَ لَا يَظْلِمُ مِثْقَالَ ذَرَّةٍ

“Indeed, Allah does not do injustice even as much as an atom’s weight.”

This means:

Allah never takes away anyone’s rights

Allah never punishes without reason

His justice is perfect and absolute

 Life Is a Test, Not the Final Reward

Allah created life as a test:

 (Qur’an 67:2)

 ٱلَّذِي خَلَقَ ٱلْمَوْتَ وَٱلْحَيَوٰةَ لِيَبْلُوَكُمْ أَيُّكُمْ أَحْسَنُ عَمَلًا ۚ

“He who created death and life to test you as to which of you is best in deeds.”

This world is not meant to be perfect. If everyone received instant reward or punishment:

There would be no real test

Free will would lose its meaning

Hardships Test Our Response

Every difficulty carries a purpose. Allah allows the situation, but our response is our own choice.

(Qur’an 2:155)

 وَلَنَبْلُوَنَّكُم بِشَيْءٍ مِّنَ الْخَوْفِ وَالْجُوعِ... وَبَشِّرِ الصَّابِرِينَ

“We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger… but give good news to those who are patient.” 

So:

Hardship is the question

Your response is the answer

Those who show patience are elevated in rank.

 Why Doesn’t Justice Always Appear in This World?

In this life, justice is not always immediate. But Islam teaches that ultimate justice belongs to the Hereafter.

 (Qur’an 14:42)

 وَلَا تَحْسَبَنَّ اللَّهَ غَافِلًا عَمَّا يَعْمَلُ الظَّالِمُونَ

“Do not think that Allah is unaware of what the wrongdoers do.”

This assures us:

No act of oppression goes unnoticed

No wrongdoer escapes accountability

No victim loses their rights

Justice may be delayed, but it is never denied.

 Why Does Punishment Occur?

Allah does not punish randomly. Every nation was given:

Clear guidance

Time to reflect

Multiple chances to repent

For example, the people of Hazrat Nuh (A .S) were warned repeatedly but refused to change. In contrast, the people of Hazrat Yunus (A .S) sincerely repented, and the punishment was lifted.

The Qur’an says:

 (Qur’an 8:33)

 وَمَا كَانَ اللَّهُ لِيُعَذِّبَهُمْ... وَهُمْ يَسْتَغْفِرُونَ

“And Allah would not punish them while they seek forgiveness.”

This shows:

Allah prefers mercy over punishment

Punishment comes only after persistent rejection of truth

 Human Responsibility: Are We Also Accountable?

After understanding this, an important question arises:

When we see injustice, do we only question Allah—or do we also question ourselves?

Because often:

Humans ظلم others (oppress others)

Humans fail to establish justice

Humans ignore moral responsibility

So before questioning divine justice, we must ask: “Am I contributing to justice or injustice?”

 Life as an Examination

Life can be compared to an examination hall.

There is pressure

There are difficult questions

There is limited time

A well-prepared student does not complain: “Why are the questions difficult?”

Instead, they focus on solving them.

Similarly:

A person close to Allah faces tests with strength

A person distant from Allah finds even small tests overwhelming—and begins to doubt