58. I hate the idea of being restricted. Why should I follow Islam that has so many restrictions?

The teachings of Islam are not restrictions, but principles which are in line with the laws of nature. For example, on the pretext of availing one’s freedom if someone becomes a drug addict, then one would not be able to continue such unhealthy behaviour because one’s health would not be able to withstand its ill-effects. In other words, even if one theoretically does not agree to follow restrictions, what would prevail practically would be the law of nature. In reality, therefore, we do not have any other option apart from adopting a realistic approach in life. Islam teaches this realism, which is not a matter of restriction but a matter of choosing a workable option in life.