Symbolic Trials and the Enigma of Divine Illness
In the provided quotes there is no direct and specific indication of how long the states of “illness” of deities last, nor a detailed explanation of their significance specifically in relation to divine entities. All the sources mainly address issues of illness and suffering in human life, viewing them as a test of faith or a sign of a person’s spiritual condition.For example, the text from file link txt states: "By the will of the Lord, illnesses may be granted to a person as a test of faith and even as a reward to those who rejoice in the painful burdens borne for the sake of God and eternal life." (source: link txt) This quote illustrates that illness may have a symbolic meaning as a test or reward on a person’s spiritual journey; however, it does not specify the duration of such a state, and it refers specifically to human illnesses rather than to the states of deities.Thus, among the provided materials there is no information that unequivocally answers the question about the duration of the “illness” states of deities or their meaning in the context of divine nature. It can be assumed that such states are viewed symbolically—as periods of trial, purification, or inner transformation—but the specific time frames or intrinsic meaning in relation to the deities themselves are not clarified.Supporting citation(s): "By the will of the Lord, illnesses may be granted to a person as a test of faith and even as a reward to those who rejoice in the painful burdens borne for the sake of God and eternal life." (source: link txt)