Our God — Page 12
12 tribute of their love and servitude, they refused? Surely you will not do such a thing!! Why Should We Inquire about God? Now we come to the proper subject matter. Anyone who does not believe in God could naturally ask why he should waste time and energy in finding out whether or not there is a God. Therefore, it is vital to answer this question at the very outset. Let us first understand that there are only two ways of find- ing out if we need to do something or not. First, we see whether what we need offers us any benefit. If so, we adopt it, otherwise, we abandon it. Second, we consider whether it is something by ignoring which we disadvantage ourselves. If so, we take it on, otherwise we let it go. Therefore, if it is established that undertaking a task is benefi- cial for us or that we risk harm in leaving that particular task, then every wise person will conclude that it is not only appropriate but essential to undertake that task. Using the same principle, we can determine the degree of importance of any particular task. That is to say, if we expect great benefit from undertaking a task or risk a great loss by leaving it, it becomes increasingly necessary for us to undertake it. In view of these two principles, let us answer the question as to whether we need to inquire into the existence of God. If it is proven that God does exist, then: 1) Is there any benefit for us to believe in Him? 2) Do we disadvantage ourselves in any way by denying Him? Now, the answer to these questions would depend