Let’s be honest. Just hearing the word “cockroach” might make your skin crawl. They show up in the dark, crawl across our kitchens, and seem impossible to kill. So naturally, we wonder: Why would GOD create something like cockroaches?
Are they really part of a divine plan?
Let’s explore that with an open heart and curious mind.
Are Cockroaches Really That Bad?
Most of us see cockroaches as dirty pests. But if we look closer, we’ll realize they serve some surprising purposes in nature:
- They clean up waste. Cockroaches feed on decaying matter, dead animals, and even rotten plants.
This helps in breaking down organic material and recycling nutrients back into the soil. - They are food for other animals. Many birds, reptiles, and small mammals eat cockroaches.
- They’ve been around for millions of years. This shows how well they fit into Earth’s ecosystem.
So instead of being useless or evil, cockroaches are part of the natural cleaning crew that keeps our world in balance.
What the Qur’an Teaches About God’s Wisdom
While cockroaches are not directly named in the Qur’an, Allah reminds us again and again that nothing is created without purpose.
Qur’an – Surah Al-An’am 6:38
“There is no creature on the earth or bird that flies with its wings but they are communities like you. We have not neglected in the Book a thing. Then unto their Lord they will be gathered.”
This verse tells us that even creatures we dislike are part of a divine community. They have roles, purposes, and reasons for existing.
The Creator, who made the stars and galaxies, also made the cockroach. That alone is enough reason to pause and reflect.
What the Bible Says About Creatures Like Cockroaches
The Bible also teaches us that God created every living thing with intention, even if we don’t understand their purpose right away.
Bible – Genesis 1:24-25
“And God said, Let the land produce living creatures according to their kinds… And God saw that it was good.”
God saw that it was good.
Yes, even those creatures we find hard to love, like cockroaches, are called “good” in the beginning of creation.
Sometimes, the good is hidden beneath discomfort.
Why Did GOD Create Cockroaches?
Now we come to the heart of the question.
God created cockroaches not to annoy us, but to fulfill a role in the larger system of life.
They:
- Clean decay and waste
- Help with soil health
- Feed other animals
- Survive in harsh conditions, showing us strength and resilience
Instead of asking why God made something we dislike, maybe the better question is: What can I learn from it?
What Can Cockroaches Teach Us?
This might sound strange, but here are a few lessons we can learn:
- Humility. We don’t control everything in life. Sometimes, discomfort reminds us of that.
- Purpose in the unseen. Just because we don’t understand something doesn’t mean it has no value.
- Respect for all life. If God created it, then it carries meaning.
Final Thoughts: Why Did GOD Create Cockroaches?
Cockroaches are not a mistake. They are not evil.
They are a part of the beautiful, complex design of life on Earth.
If God created something as small and hidden as a cockroach with purpose,
He surely created you and me with purpose too.
Next time you see one, instead of reacting in fear or disgust, take a moment.
Consider its role.
And remember the One who created it — perfect in wisdom, perfect in knowledge.