IF YOU KNEW WHAT I KNOW

In the Name of Allāh. This message is not intended to instill fear, as I share the same concern for my soul, burdened by my numerous shortcomings. What will I face when I am laid in the grave, finally confronting my Lord on that Day? It is crucial and urgent that I address this matter….

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…ENOUGH AS A NAṢĪḤAH

In the Name of Allāh. Tremble not at the mention of death, for it serves as a bridge linking our transient existence to the eternal world that lies ahead. Have you come across anyone who has been granted immortality? Not! Even the beloved Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) is not exempt. Death is a fate that…

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TURNING TOWARD JANNAH

In the Name of Allāh. Why would a person be punished in the Hereafter if he had not truly wronged himself by disregarding Allāh’s Command? The answer lies in understanding the Just and Merciful nature of Allāh. Similar to how a culprit accepts his punishment in this life, a resident of Hell will ultimately acknowledge…

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PREPARING FOR ETERNITY

In the Name of Allāh. Life is but a fleeting abode, a mist that dissipates in the morning sun. Heed this reminder, and let it ring loudly in your ears. Verily, no matter how high your towers of success and achievement, no matter how strong the walls of your worldly accomplishments, death will find you,…

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NO MORE ACCEPTANCE

In the Name of Allāh. We truly believe that Allāh pardons a transgressor when penitence is made and he sincerely abandons disbelief for faith. However, there are some major antecedent matters (or signs) to the event of the Hereafter (i.e. the Day of Resurrection) that scholars of Usul said won’t appear except when Eemān (Belief)…

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A PRECIOUS TREASURE

In the Name of Allāh. The best investment and provision indeed a believer can make for himself to obtain Allāh’s Pleasure is having Taqwā (consciousness) of Allāh. Allāh says (in Sūrah Al-An’ām [6] verse 32): “But far better is the house in the Hereafter (i.e. Paradise) for those who are Al-Muttaqūn (i.e. those who are…

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DESPITE THE YEARS SPENT

In the Name of Allāh. Perfect praise to Allāh Who bestowed great favor on us through our existence by making it like a land to be cultivated for a juicy Hereafter. Indeed, whoever Allāh loves shall have most of his time excellently spent upon goodness before his or her existence gets terminated. Respected Brethren! We…

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A BETTER DAY TO DIE

In the Name of Allah. It’s no denying that many people (especially the disbelievers) hate meeting their Lord. But, death is inexorable. Allah says (in Surah Al-Jumu’ah [62] verse 8): “Say (to them): Verily, the death from which you flee will surely meet you…” Then, shouldn’t one’s concern be dying at a better time? We…

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IN THE GRAVE

In the Name of Allāh. The fact that a person died doesn’t necessarily indicate his soul is finally dead. It rather implies the soul leaves the body to continue its existence in the minor or individual hereafter, whether for punishment or enjoyment. It was reported the Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Whoever dies, his Qiyamah (i.e. Resurrection…

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