“We have to distinguish pain from suffering. Pain is part of the human condition and comes from the Creator. Suffering is inflicted by human beings on themselves. Pain usually has an end point, while suffering can go on indefinitely. Pain is inevitable, while suffering is optional.” PainReligionSufferingSpiritualityLossGriefJudaismJewish Book:Why God Why: How to Believe in Heaven When it Hurts Like Hell Source: Why God Why: How to Believe in Heaven When it Hurts Like Hell