In every religion, much attention is paid to the End of the World. People at all times have been thinking about the essence of the universe, the origin of life in the universe and other similar issues. In ancient times, it was believed that there is no end and beginning of life. However, modern science disputes this fact. Scientists are sure that life has one specific moment of occurrence, so it is likely that everything can end when the time comes, predetermined by someone from above. Every year, science increasingly turns to religious books describing the End of the World. Scientists study the Bible, Koran, Torah and come to the conclusion that these sacred texts contain very interesting information about the day when humanity will disappear from the face of the Earth.
The signs of the nearness of the Day of Judgment have been talked about for a long time. Here and there prophets appear, claiming to know the date of this day. Naturally, such statements lead tomass panic among the population of the planet. However, not everyone succumbs to panic. Usually Muslims remain deaf to the general talk about the Apocalypse. The fact is that from early childhood they know all the signs of the Day of Judgment. In Islam, a lot is said about him, but in all hadiths and texts information is broadcast that only after the appearance of all the signs and signs will the End of the World come. So far, not all of them have appeared, but gradually everything that is written about this in the Qur'an is being fulfilled. In modern society, instead of real lines from the main book of Muslims, various myths about the signs of the Day of Judgment are often presented. This distorts the essence and does not allow people to get reliable information on such an important topic. In the article we will talk about what Islam says about the End of the World, about the belief in the Day of Judgment and the signs that herald the last moments of human life.
Islamic Judgment Day
We have already mentioned that all religions pay special attention to the last days of human existence, but only Islam gives the clearest description of the signs of the Day of Judgment. In the Quran they are listed in order and each of them is given its own wording. Moreover, the meaning of many descriptions, which was not very clear to people one and a half thousand years ago, today is read very simply. It is interesting that modern scholars recognize in some signs of the Day of Judgment in Islam the events that took place in the last century, descriptions of technological innovations and achievements that will not surprise anyone now, and even scenarios of a possiblethe future, which experts see it, having calculated some theories and formulas.
If we take into account all the above, then the interest in Islam, which is growing year by year, becomes understandable. According to the latest data, in twenty years every second person on the planet will profess this religion, which means that the grain of truth in it will become available to more and more people.
In Islam, the signs of the Day of Judgment are spelled out very clearly, which makes it possible to study them well. All believers are well aware that every moment this terrible day is getting closer, as all the prophecies about it are gradually coming true and its signs are manifesting. However, every Muslim will say that there is still time to convert to Islam. After all, the End of the World will come only when everything written in the Koran happens. After that, it will no longer be possible to gain faith and people will clearly be divided into two categories:
- believers;
- incorrect.
Souls will not be able to change anything, so they will only have to moan and experience fear of what lies ahead.
However, all this will be later, but for now, believers are scrupulously studying the signs of the Day of Judgment. In Islam, this is considered one of the most important activities, since only those who know will be able to notice the approach of a terrible hour.
Summary of characteristics
In the Qur'an there is a division of the signs of the approach of the Day of Judgment into small and large. At the same time, belonging to one group or another does not detract from their importance. Muslims are equally respectful of all categories of signs, since they were alllisted by the Prophet Muhammad. The hadiths about the signs of the Day of Judgment were recorded very carefully so as not to distort their meaning. After all, most of them were incomprehensible to the first Muslims, and the plan of Allah is only now beginning to gradually reveal itself to believers who admire the Providence of the Creator.
If we return to the two groups of signs, then it should be noted that the small ones are those that are distant in time from the End of the World. There is nothing strange or sinister about them, and in many cases they may even seem mundane. However, if we look at them through the prism of time, it becomes clear that nothing like this has ever happened to humanity before.
The category of big signs is more extensive. It includes events of a global scale that have happened, are happening in the present and will happen again. They testify that the last hour of mankind is at hand.
In addition to the signs of the approach of the Day of Judgment, there is a group of signs in Islam. They are often confused with signs. They can occur sequentially one after another in a short period of time. The last sign will symbolize the beginning of the End of the World.
I would like to say that the number of signals for the approach of the last hour of humanity is extremely large. Therefore, many focus on the main forty signs of the Day of Judgment. In the interpretation of modern scholars and religious scholars, they are perceived quite easily and are understandable even to those who have never been interested in Islam.
Small signs of the End of the World
Small signsThe Day of Judgment in Islam is detailed in the Quran. We will not give them in full in the article, but we will focus on the most significant ones that will be of interest not only to Muslims, but also to representatives of other faiths.
Small signs of the Day of Judgment in Islam are divided into three categories:
- those that have already happened and their action is over;
- those that happened and still last;
- those that haven't happened yet.
Let's first look at the signs from the first group. The most important testify to the birth and death of the Prophet Muhammad. These events have already happened and cannot be doubted. Therefore, Muslims believe that in the hour of the birth of the Prophet, humanity has already received the first warning about the Day of Judgment.
One of the signs is the capture of Jerusalem by Muslims. Nobody disputes this historical fact, because it is included in many books and annals.
The list of signs of Judgment Day according to Islam includes such events as the split of the moon and a giant flame that burst out of the ground and burned everything in its path. The first fact is extremely difficult to confirm or refute. Until now, the study of the Earth's satellite is carried out with periodicity and we have very little knowledge about it. However, Muslims are sure that this momentous event took place even before the death of Muhammad. Therefore, believers have no questions about this.
As for the flame, the ancient records mention a terrible event that occurred near Medina. Most likely, it was an earthquake of incredible strength, which led to a split in the earth. Out of the cracklava erupted, which was visible even from the windows of houses in Medina that had survived the terrible events.
Second group of small features
These signs are the most obvious and understandable to modern people, as they recognize in them events that are happening today or happened in a period not so distant from our days. It is possible to list them for quite a long time, so we will not be able to give everything within the framework of the article. However, we will talk about some in more detail.
The most obvious signs of this group were:
- schism among Muslims;
- appearance of false prophets;
- loss of Shariah knowledge and widespread dissemination of pseudo-scientific theories.
If we delve a little into the characteristics of these signs, we can say that earlier strife between the two currents of Islam has already happened. And today the Muslim world is not united, so it is likely that a large-scale war may soon happen, which will herald the approach of the End of the World.
You won't see anyone as false prophets today. Here and there, sects spring up, drawing ordinary people into their networks. The more souls depart from the true faith, the closer the last hour of mankind.
Muslims believe that much knowledge has long been lost and not applied. The Sharia court has undergone great changes and decisions are sometimes made without proper grounds. I would also like to mention that nowadays the number of pseudoscientists who are actively promoting their theories is growing. This leads to chaos and loss of faith in ideals. This is exactly what the Prophet was talking about, explaining that the End of the World willprecede the loss of faith in people and the massive spread of lies, betrayal and ignorance.
Small signs include such events as the increase in the welfare of the people, boasting in the construction of mosques, the spread of murder and adultery. If we talk about we alth, then Muhammad argued that as soon as people increase their well-being so that there are no people in need of alms, the End of the World will come. Today it is too early to talk about it, but economists and analysts note that the level of income of the population of different countries is steadily growing.
As for mosques, according to Islam, it is necessary to be proud of the spiritual purity of their parishioners, the strength of their faith and piety, and not the beauty of religious buildings. Unfortunately, in recent years there has been a trend towards the implementation of large-scale projects for the construction of mosques. Huge sums of money are spent on them, but behind this facade, many people forget about the purity of parishioners.
About adultery is written in many religions, but it is this sign of the Day of Judgment in Islam (in the hadiths this is said more than once) that is revealed in great detail. The prophet said that as soon as a man can lie down with a woman in front of everyone on the street and no one will be indignant at this, and those passing by will give advice, we can say that the End of the World is near. We think that in what was described, many recognized the usual picture that characterizes modern mores.
Third category of signs
This group also includes many signs of the Apocalypse, some of which we will announce in thissection. Recall that this category includes prophecies that have not yet come true. However, Muslims have no doubts that they will surely be fulfilled.
The most significant signs of religious studies consider the discovery of treasures in the waters of the Euphrates, the fall of Istanbul, the ruin and desolation of Medina, a large-scale war between Muslims and Jews with the final and irrevocable victory of the followers of Islam. If some explanations are given, it should be noted that scientists do not exclude the possibility of ancient ruins in the waters of the Euphrates, which store untold riches. Today, the topic is often discussed that after a serious cataclysm, rivers, seas and oceans can provide answers to many questions of historians. At the same time, the Prophet spoke about the fact that the open we alth would be so great that it would cause massacres. Some theologians believe that this is not about real treasure, but about oil, which is called black gold.
The confrontation between Muslims and Jews has been going on for many years, so it is likely that it will end only as a result of a bloody war.
I would especially like to say about the demolition of the Kaaba. Muhammad considered this the last of the small signs of the coming End of the World. The hadiths even indicate the name of a person who will destroy the shrine, and in the future they will never be able to restore it.
A few words about the big signs of the Apocalypse
The big signs of the Day of Judgment in Islam are closely intertwined with signs, so their fulfillment is considered a clear symbol of the approach of a terrible hour forhumanity.
The first and most important sign is the fulfillment of the prophecy about the Mahdi. The appearance of this person should strengthen the foundations of Islam and increase the number of believers. Mahdi must be from the family of the Prophet, which will inspire confidence among many Muslims. This person will become a just leader and defender of Islam, who will win the respect of all politicians in the world. Muhammad predicted that his descendant would rule for seventy years. This period will be a difficult test for Islam. Mahdi will have to overcome many obstacles in his path, but he will be able to achieve peace and tranquility among Muslims. It is important that he will appear from the east and Muslims will receive him in the most sacred place for themselves - the Kaaba.
One of the signs is the emergence of two new nations. Where they will appear, the Prophet did not specify, but theologians have already made several assumptions in this regard, naming China and Derbent. These peoples will be distinguished by short stature and strong physique. Muhammad spoke about their moral principles in as much detail as possible, since this is what will lead the people to death. They will sow the seeds of debauchery, lust, evil and greed everywhere. According to the prophecy, they will destroy the lake between Syria and Palestine to prove their power. However, Allah will punish them by sending parasites on people who will destroy them from the inside.
Also, the big signs include the disappearance of all believers from the earth, which will result in the removal of the Koran. Allah will take away all its copies and not a single person in the world will be able to convert to Islam.
Besides this, the Prophet predicted a terriblecatastrophe that should start in Yemen. There will be a fire that spreads through the area with great speed. It will cover more and more new territories and force people to flee these lands. Chance will bring them to one place, where they will be, surrounded by a wall of fire.
Let's talk about signs
The signs of the End of the World will be the last warning for people. After their emergence, the fate of mankind will remain unchanged. One of the signs should be smoke. It will come from nowhere and cover the whole world. People will have nowhere to hide from the dense smoke blocking the sunlight. Living in such conditions will be unbearable and many will die, and the rest will pray to Allah for deliverance. However, the Creator will answer them that more terrible trials await them ahead.
The next sign will be the rising of the sun disk on the western side. The luminary will appear and in a few hours will go beyond the horizon in the same place. This will cause confusion among all people on the planet. Scientists will look for an explanation for this among scientific theories and hypotheses. And only Muslims will know that from now on, Allah will not accept any more disbelievers. The chance to become orthodox will be lost to them.
The next day, an animal should appear that will roam the world and divide people into true believers and infidels. Moreover, it will speak like a human being, for which no one will be able to find a worthy explanation.
The Prophet also predicted the coming of the Antichrist, whose name is Dajjal. He will do great evil on earth, but people will follow him, soas they believe that he is the prophet. Muhammad gave his description as accurately as possible so that Muslims could recognize the Dajjal and protect themselves from him.
Also among the signs, one should highlight the resurrection of Muhammad and three terrible failures that will occur as a result of an earthquake in the west, east and the Arabian Peninsula.
What is Judgment Day in Islam: the beginning of the Apocalypse
The Koran says that the End of the World will come suddenly. So that the faithful do not experience this nightmare, their Creator will take them even before the start of terrible events on earth. They are described quite extensively: the mixing of planets, the approach of the Sun to the Earth, fiery rivers and terrible earthquakes. As a result of these events, all life on the planet will die.
The duration of this period is not specified in the Qur'an, but then Allah will raise all the dead from the ground. Each soul will receive their body, while even those who died from burning, or in battle, cut in half, will return their shell in its original form.
Next, Allah will gather all the people in the valley and divide them into several categories. Under his canopy will be the faithful, protected from the hell and horrors that are happening around. The group of these lucky ones will include imams, just leaders who never abused their power, merciful souls who gave alms during their lifetime, and those who managed to protect Muslims from their enemies. There will be seven such groups in total.
Hell on earth will last a long time, so people will begin to pray to the Creator for salvation. However, he will be deaf to their pleas, and only after intercessionProphet Allah will proceed to his judgment.
The Last Judgment
What awaits all souls on the Day of Judgment? According to the Quran, tough but fair interrogation. Angels will descend from heaven and bring with them tablets, which will indicate everything that this or that soul did. Allah will speak personally to each, and each will answer for their deeds. If you have robbed someone, then Allah will take from you in favor of the offended. If you offended someone, then you will be rewarded with the same coin.
Even believers whose bad deeds outweigh their good deeds will go to hell. No one can leave the Last Judgment without retribution, whatever it may be. Thus, all the living and the dead will receive what they deserve and will be divided into righteous and sinners, who will be predetermined by their eternal place of residence - hell or paradise.
Conclusion
Muslims know that Judgment Day is inevitable. But they do everything to alleviate their lot in the hour of judgment. To do this, they need to resolve their issues with other people during their lifetime and distribute debts - financial and moral. Only in this way will the list of their deeds brought by the angels be filled with only righteous deeds.
