Allah Distracts
This is a profound question that delves into the complexities of free will, guidance, and Allah’s wisdom. In Islam, we believe that Allah has created humans with free will, granting us the ability to choose between right and wrong. However, Allah also guides us through various means, such as the Quran, the Prophet’s (SAW) teachings, and our own conscience. The concept of “Gumrah” (misguidance) is nuanced. While Allah does not actively misguide individuals, He may withdraw His guidance from those who persistently reject it or insist on following their own desires. The Quran states: “Indeed, We guided him to the Way, be he grateful or be he ungrateful.” (Quran 76:3) This verse indicates that Allah provides guidance, but it is up to the individual to accept or reject it. Regarding the question of why Allah might withdraw His guidance, we can refer to another Quranic verse: “And when they deviated, Allah deviated their hearts.” (Quran 61:5) This verse suggests that when individuals consistently choose to disobey Allah’s commands and follow their own desires, Allah may withdraw His guidance, allowing them to continue on their misguided path.