Do others have it easier than us Muslims?
Assalamu alaikum, I’m a practicing Muslim, Alhamdulillah, but some things still puzzle me, probably because my knowledge of Islam isn’t deep enough. I’m trying to become a better Muslim and clear up doubts, so I’m asking here. First off, is it kind of unfair that we Muslims face so many struggles while non-Muslims are just relaxing, and then on Judgement Day they’d get another test because they weren’t shown Islam properly? My heart hurts for people in Gaza, Sudan, Uyghur Muslims. Would they be better off not born Muslim? I mean, folks who never knew Islam are living the good life and still get a chance on Judgement Day. I get that martyrs get a huge reward and would even want more hardship for greater reward. But what about those who are ignorant, didn’t seek Islam because of their culture, family, or all the anti-Islam bias pushed by society? They get a pass because of their surroundings. I also know Islam is a way of life and following it makes life easier, like a cheat code. But I see my friends who haven’t been introduced to Islam correctly (mostly due to politics), and their hearts seem sealed-they won’t even open their minds to talk about it (I’m not the best to discuss Islam either), and it’s partly their pride. It just makes me sad they could get a shot at the same Jannah as me when I’m judged or viewed strangely for practicing my faith. My second point is more of a heavy feeling. Victims of abuse, those who almost get killed as soon as they’re born-if their whole purpose is to be a test for someone else, isn’t that unfair? They’re just bait for others. That’s their whole life. Even disabled people have to suffer to test others. I know Jannah is amazing and they’d be content if it led to that, but I guess I’m looking for a clearer explanation. Hope I get answers that strengthen my iman, insha’Allah. Jazakum Allahu khairan!