Yasir Qadhi Heaven or Hell - The Ultimate Choice
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Oct 11, 2025 The discussion opens with the powerful question of desiring Jannah and the Akhirah. Yasir Qadhi emphasizes the Quran's focus on the hereafter and how neglecting it can lead to loss. He shares compelling Quranic and prophetic descriptions of Jannah's rewards, including the ultimate blessing of seeing Allah. The conversation explores how belief in Jannah shapes purpose and moral conduct, encouraging listeners to act righteously. Yasir also ties faith to social advocacy and urges inaction against injustice, reminding everyone of their civic responsibilities.
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Akhirah Reframes Life's Priorities
- Belief in the Akhirah should make worldly problems seem small and redirect priorities toward earning Allah's pleasure.
- Reminding ourselves that Jannah and Jahannam are real changes behavior in both dunya and deen.
Ask Directly For Jannah And Protection
- Make dua sincerely and repeatedly for Jannah and protection from Jahannam, as the Prophet ﷺ modeled in prayer.
- Use simple, heartfelt words like the Bedouin did if you cannot memorize long supplications.
Descriptions Incentivize, Reality Transcends
- The Qur'an gives vivid, varied descriptions of Jannah to incentivize righteous conduct despite our limited imagination.
- The true reality of Jannah surpasses all descriptions, and Allah will grant whatever each person desires.