Why does human incline to evil deeds?

 Why does human incline to evil did?

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Humans incline toward evil deeds due to a combination of internal and external factors, including their natural disposition, desires, and influences from Satan. Below are some key reasons why humans are drawn to wrongdoing:

1. The Test of Free Will

  • Humans have free will, meaning they can choose between good and evil.
  • This world is a test from Allah, and the ability to choose evil exists to differentiate the righteous from the wicked.

"Indeed, We have created man from a drop of fluid, to test him; and We made him hearing and seeing. Indeed, We guided him to the way, be he grateful or ungrateful." (Quran 76:2-3)

2. The Influence of Nafs (Inner Self)

  • The nafs (soul/self) has different inclinations, and one of them is towards evil.
  • The Quran mentions three types of nafs:
    1. Nafs al-Ammarah (The Commanding Soul) – Inclined toward evil.
    2. Nafs al-Lawwamah (The Self-Reproaching Soul) – Struggles between good and evil.
    3. Nafs al-Mutma’innah (The Tranquil Soul) – At peace, guided by righteousness.

"Indeed, the soul is ever inclined to evil, except those upon whom my Lord has mercy." (Quran 12:53)

  • Without self-control, a person follows their base desires and commits sins.

3. The Temptations of Shaytan (Satan)

  • Satan (Iblis) and his army of devils (shayateen) work to mislead humans.
  • He vowed to divert people from Allah’s path:

"I will surely sit in wait for them on Your straight path. Then I will come to them from before them and from behind them and on their right and on their left, and You will not find most of them grateful [to You]." (Quran 7:16-17)

  • Satan beautifies sins, making them seem attractive.

"And Satan made their deeds appear good to them and averted them from the right path, though they were capable of perceiving." (Quran 29:38)

4. The Desires of the Dunya (Worldly Life)

  • Love for wealth, status, power, and pleasure can lead people to evil.
  • The Quran warns against being deceived by worldly attractions:

"Beautified for people is the love of that which they desire—of women and sons, heaped-up sums of gold and silver, fine branded horses, and cultivated land. That is the enjoyment of worldly life, but Allah has with Him the best return." (Quran 3:14)

  • Excessive materialism and greed often lead people to cheat, oppress, and commit injustices.

5. The Influence of Society & Environment

  • Peer pressure, bad influences, and corrupt surroundings push people toward evil.
  • The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) said:

"A person is upon the religion of his close friend, so let one of you look at whom he befriends." (Tirmidhi 2378)

  • Media, culture, and social norms sometimes promote immoral behavior as acceptable.

6. Weak Faith (Iman) & Neglect of Allah’s Remembrance

  • When people forget Allah, they become more prone to evil.
  • Weak faith (Iman) allows desires and temptations to overpower moral values.

"And do not be like those who forgot Allah, so He made them forget themselves. Those are the defiantly disobedient." (Quran 59:19)

  • Regular prayer (Salah), Quran recitation, and remembrance of Allah (dhikr) help resist evil inclinations.

7. Ignorance & Lack of Knowledge

  • Lack of Islamic knowledge makes people unaware of what is right and wrong.
  • Some people sin without realizing it, while others justify their sins due to misunderstandings.
  • The Prophet (PBUH) said:

"When Allah intends good for someone, He gives him understanding of the religion." (Bukhari 71)

8. Arrogance & Pride

  • Pride (kibr) prevents people from recognizing their mistakes.
  • Iblis (Satan) was cast out of Paradise due to arrogance.

"And [mention] when We said to the angels, 'Prostrate to Adam,' and they prostrated, except for Iblis. He refused and was arrogant and became of the disbelievers." (Quran 2:34)

  • Humility and seeking forgiveness help overcome arrogance.

How to Overcome the Inclination to Evil?

  1. Strengthen Iman (Faith) – Regularly pray, read Quran, and seek Islamic knowledge.
  2. Control Desires (Nafs) – Fast, practice self-discipline, and avoid temptations.
  3. Seek Protection from Shaytan – Recite Ayat-ul-Kursi (Quran 2:255) and seek refuge in Allah.
  4. Stay in Good Company – Surround yourself with righteous people.
  5. Remember the Hereafter – Think about accountability on Judgment Day.
  6. Repent & Seek Forgiveness – Constantly ask Allah for forgiveness (Istighfar).

Conclusion

The inclination toward evil is part of human nature, but Allah has given guidance through the Quran, the Prophet’s teachings, and free will to choose righteousness. By strengthening faith, controlling desires, and seeking Allah’s help, humans can resist evil and strive toward goodness

Allah is one and second to none.

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