The Reason for the Creation of Humans and Jinn

Compiled by: Dr. Raza Abdullah Pasha (Hafizahullah)

Why Did Allah Create Humans and Jinn?​

Answer:
Allah Almighty states in the Quran:

"وَمَا خَلَقْتُ الْجِنَّ وَالْإِنسَ إِلَّا لِيَعْبُدُونِ"

“And I did not create the jinn and mankind except to worship Me.” [Adh-Dhariyat: 56]
Allah created humans and jinn to command them to worship Him. This does not imply that Allah has any need for their worship; rather, the purpose of their creation is for them to establish worship, whether willingly or unwillingly.

Explanation:
  • "لِيَعْبُدُونِ" refers to the establishment of worship in all conditions, whether in happiness or adversity.
  • Allah's command for worship is not due to any necessity on His part but is a directive for their own benefit and fulfillment of their purpose.
 
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