The Belief in Pre-destination (Qada wa Qadr) is an undisputed article of faith in Islam. For some people, this belief leads to contentment and satisfaction, even in the face of hardship and adversity. But for others, it provides justification for their wrongdoings: how often do we hear people arguing that they should not be blamed for their disobedience since it has already been decreed by Allah that they will sin?

The following two articles in this book attempt to answer those people who genuinely wonder whether man has any control over his actions in this life or whether he is forced to do everything he does.