Fear.

Why does God not punish the wicked?

Because what we call wicked is inspired by fear.

The so called wicked have experienced violence and abuse in life which has caused them to corrupt themselves and do evil out of fear.

But God knows them.

And God forgives them.

God does not use violence or force.

Therefore there is no hell, only transformation.

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