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What Happens After We Die in Islam?

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Islamic beliefs about life after death form a comprehensive system of accountability and eternal existence, centered around divine judgment and the ultimate destiny of souls.

• Muslims believe life serves as a divine test, with actions determining eternal fate through Free will and accountability in Islam

• The concept of Akhirah (afterlife) includes resurrection, judgment, and eternal existence in either paradise or hell

• The Description of heaven and hell in the Quran provides vivid details of both eternal destinations, with paradise offering divine presence and hell featuring various levels of punishment

• Islamic eschatology emphasizes Allah's mercy while maintaining the importance of personal responsibility

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Life after Death
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• Accountability/Responsibility -The belief that humans are responsible for
(in control of) most of what they do

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Human Responsibility and Divine Justice

The second section explores the relationship between free will, accountability, and the eternal destinations of heaven and hell in Islamic theology. The Quranic descriptions paint detailed pictures of both paradise and hellfire.

Quote: "Gardens of perpetual bliss: they shall enter there, as well as the righteous among their fathers, their spouses, and their offspring..."

Definition: Jannah (paradise) is described as a place of eternal joy, featuring rivers of milk and honey, precious stones, and most importantly, the vision of Allah.

Highlight: The concept of hell (Jahannam) includes seven different levels, corresponding to the severity of sins committed.

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Final Judgment and Signs

The concluding section addresses the Day of Judgment and its preceding signs. Islamic scripture provides detailed information about divine accountability while maintaining mystery about the exact timing of these events.

Quote: "And to every soul will be paid in full (the fruit) of its Deeds; and (Allah) knoweth best all that they do." (39:70)

Highlight: While the exact timing of the Day of Judgment remains unknown, Islamic traditions describe both major and minor signs that will precede it.

Definition: The Mahdi, particularly significant in Shi'a Islam, is believed to be a figure who will appear in the end times to establish justice and peace.

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Life After Death Fundamentals

The Islamic understanding of life after death centers on the concept of divine accountability and eternal existence. Muslims believe that mortal life serves as a testing ground where individuals exercise their free will to determine their eternal destiny.

Definition: Akhirah refers to the Islamic concept of eternal life after death, encompassing the entire journey from death through resurrection and final judgment.

Highlight: Muslims believe that the afterlife gives meaning to earthly existence, as without it, striving to live righteously would lack purpose.

Vocabulary: Qiyamah (resurrection) represents the time when all deceased individuals will be physically raised to face divine judgment.

Example: The Islamic view compares life to an examination, where choices and actions determine eternal outcomes.

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Subjects

Religious Studies

Islam

Practices & belonging

What Happens After We Die in Islam?

GCSE & A-Level Notes

@nida_sxx

441 Followers

Islamic beliefs about life after death form a comprehensive system of accountability and eternal existence, centered around divine judgment and the ultimate destiny of souls.

• Muslims believe life serves as a divine test, with actions determining eternal fate through Free will and accountability in Islam

• The concept of Akhirah (afterlife) includes resurrection, judgment, and eternal existence in either paradise or hell

• The Description of heaven and hell in the Quran provides vivid details of both eternal destinations, with paradise offering divine presence and hell featuring various levels of punishment

• Islamic eschatology emphasizes Allah's mercy while maintaining the importance of personal responsibility

14/01/2023

265

10/11

Religious Studies

Human Responsibility and Divine Justice

Quote: "Gardens of perpetual bliss: they shall enter there, as well as the righteous among their fathers, their spouses, and their offspring..."

Definition: Jannah (paradise) is described as a place of eternal joy, featuring rivers of milk and honey, precious stones, and most importantly, the vision of Allah.

Highlight: The concept of hell (Jahannam) includes seven different levels, corresponding to the severity of sins committed.

Final Judgment and Signs

Quote: "And to every soul will be paid in full (the fruit) of its Deeds; and (Allah) knoweth best all that they do." (39:70)

Highlight: While the exact timing of the Day of Judgment remains unknown, Islamic traditions describe both major and minor signs that will precede it.

Definition: The Mahdi, particularly significant in Shi'a Islam, is believed to be a figure who will appear in the end times to establish justice and peace.

Life After Death Fundamentals

Definition: Akhirah refers to the Islamic concept of eternal life after death, encompassing the entire journey from death through resurrection and final judgment.

Highlight: Muslims believe that the afterlife gives meaning to earthly existence, as without it, striving to live righteously would lack purpose.

Vocabulary: Qiyamah (resurrection) represents the time when all deceased individuals will be physically raised to face divine judgment.

Example: The Islamic view compares life to an examination, where choices and actions determine eternal outcomes.

Can't find what you're looking for? Explore other subjects.

Knowunity is the #1 education app in five European countries

Knowunity has been named a featured story on Apple and has regularly topped the app store charts in the education category in Germany, Italy, Poland, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. Join Knowunity today and help millions of students around the world.

Download in

Google Play

Download in

App Store

4.9+

Average app rating

15 M

Pupils love Knowunity

#1

In education app charts in 12 countries

950 K+

Students have uploaded notes

Still not convinced? See what other students are saying...

iOS User

I love this app so much, I also use it daily. I recommend Knowunity to everyone!!! I went from a D to an A with it :D

Philip, iOS User

The app is very simple and well designed. So far I have always found everything I was looking for :D

Lena, iOS user