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Pearls in the Deep: How the Quran Transforms the Problem of Evil
How can I worship God when He has seemingly created a world with suffering?
If you have ever asked these questions, you are not alone. The same questions have been asked in all its permutations for all of human history.
The Qur’an, the final revelation from God to mankind, transforms this problem in a revolutionary way.
" Pearls in the Deep, " will take you on an eye-opening journey to find the pearls behind the apparent tragedies of existence. This book offers a comprehensive examination of evil, tragedy, calamities, and difficulties, by taking inspiration from the Qur’an, film, literature, and the rich Islamic tradition, and particularly the thought of Said Nursi.
Through captivating character studies from works like " The Last Airbender", Shakespeare, and the films of Akira Kurosawa, Naz explores profound concepts in Islamic theology. With its compelling arguments and practical examples, this book will deepen your conviction that our world is fundamentally good and that evil serves a greater purpose.
By the end of " Pearls in the Deep, " you will not only understand why difficulties exist but also gain an intermediate understanding of key Islamic theological concepts. The problem of evil will vanish, replaced by a renewed perspective on the goodness of the world and its Creator.
Praise for the
“This book is a fitting complement to chapter four of my own work, “Islam Answers Atheism.”
SHAYKH ASRAR RASHID, Birmingham, UK
“A beautiful cultural translation of the subtle insights offered by Imam Said Nursi.”
DR. MUSTAFA TUNA, Duke University
“Naz transforms a thorny question into a fountain of iman-fortifying insights and wisdoms.”
DR. SHADEE ELMASRY, Safina Society
Keywords: Quran, problem of evil, suffering, Islamic theology, Said Nursi, Avatar The Last Airbender, Akira Kurosawa, faith, wisdom, purpose, existence, God, Creator, Iman, Shaykh Asrar Rashid, Dr. Mustafa Tuna, Dr. Shadee Elmasry
If you have ever asked these questions, you are not alone. The same questions have been asked in all its permutations for all of human history.
The Qur’an, the final revelation from God to mankind, transforms this problem in a revolutionary way.
" Pearls in the Deep, " will take you on an eye-opening journey to find the pearls behind the apparent tragedies of existence. This book offers a comprehensive examination of evil, tragedy, calamities, and difficulties, by taking inspiration from the Qur’an, film, literature, and the rich Islamic tradition, and particularly the thought of Said Nursi.
Through captivating character studies from works like " The Last Airbender", Shakespeare, and the films of Akira Kurosawa, Naz explores profound concepts in Islamic theology. With its compelling arguments and practical examples, this book will deepen your conviction that our world is fundamentally good and that evil serves a greater purpose.
By the end of " Pearls in the Deep, " you will not only understand why difficulties exist but also gain an intermediate understanding of key Islamic theological concepts. The problem of evil will vanish, replaced by a renewed perspective on the goodness of the world and its Creator.
Praise for the
“This book is a fitting complement to chapter four of my own work, “Islam Answers Atheism.”
SHAYKH ASRAR RASHID, Birmingham, UK
“A beautiful cultural translation of the subtle insights offered by Imam Said Nursi.”
DR. MUSTAFA TUNA, Duke University
“Naz transforms a thorny question into a fountain of iman-fortifying insights and wisdoms.”
DR. SHADEE ELMASRY, Safina Society
Keywords: Quran, problem of evil, suffering, Islamic theology, Said Nursi, Avatar The Last Airbender, Akira Kurosawa, faith, wisdom, purpose, existence, God, Creator, Iman, Shaykh Asrar Rashid, Dr. Mustafa Tuna, Dr. Shadee Elmasry
198 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 28, 2024
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December 18, 2025
Naz Hassan talks about evil in its many forms in a manner that is concise and clear. Draws from relatable comparisons, Quranic revelations, and abstract thought to construct a convincing argument that evil is necessary to establish free will and ultimately defines our humanity. Thought-provoking and worth the time.
January 26, 2025
Hands down the best explanation of the Problem of Evil from a Muslim perspective. The author expertly weaves in popular media to illustrate his point. Would highly recommend to Muslim or non-Muslim alike.
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