The Trial of God

"The Trial of God" is a philosophical and theatrical work by Elie Wiesel that explores theodicy—the question of why suffering exists in a world governed by a benevolent God. Set during a fictional trial in 16th-century Poland, it features characters debating whether God is just amid immense suffering. The play examines faith, doubt, and the human struggle to reconcile divine goodness with tragic events. Ultimately, it challenges audiences to consider how faith persists in the face of unimaginable pain, emphasizing the importance of questioning, interpretation, and the complexity of divine justice.