Omar Suleiman Barzakh - Other Side #08 What It Feels Like To Die
Mar 7, 2025
Dive into the significance of steadfastness in faith during life's trials, illuminated by a captivating dream from Islamic history. Explore the unknowns of death and what lies beyond, contrasting the experiences of righteous and wicked souls. Unravel the mysteries of barzakh, the transitional state before the afterlife. This thought-provoking journey emphasizes the importance of seeking guidance as we confront our ultimate challenges.
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Dream Of The Trustworthy Handhold
- Abdullah ibn Salam dreamt of a garden, a pole, and a handhold he was instructed to grab.
- The Prophet ﷺ explained the garden as Islam, the pole as its pillar, and the grip as al-ʿurwatul wuthqā.
Cling To The Rope And Sunnah
- Hold firmly to the rope of Allah and the covenant given to the community to avoid worldly deception and division.
- Cling to the Prophet's sunnah tightly to resist widespread deviation and temptation.
Death Reveals Need For Firmness
- The moment of death is the greatest pressure and reveals the need for thabāt (firmness) in faith.
- Saying lā ilāha illallāh stabilizes believers across life and at the point of death and after.