Signs of the day of judgment What are they?
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The signs of the Day of Judgment are numerous and are mentioned in various Hadiths. In this context, we will briefly discuss them without detailing each sign, as there isn’t enough space to do so. However, if someone wishes to study this topic in detail, we can guide them to specific and reputable books, such as “Al-Qiyamah As-Sughra” by Sheikh Umar Suleiman Ashqar or “Ashrat As-Sa’ah” by Sheikh Yusuf Wabil.
Some of the minor signs of the Day of Judgment include:
The prophethood of Muhammad (peace be upon him).
The death of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
The conquest of Beit al-Maqdis (Jerusalem).
The outbreak of a plague in the city of ‘Amawas in Palestine.
The disappearance of wealth, and people will no longer give charity (Zakat).
The emergence of various trials and tribulations, including the Fitnah of the Khawarij, the Battle of Jamal, the Battle of Siffin, and the events of Harrah.
The rise of false claimants to prophethood, including the false prophets Musaylimah al-Kadhdhab and Al-Aswad al-‘Ansi.
The great fire in Hijaz (Western Arabia), which occurred around 654 Hijri and was reported by many people.
Disregard for trust and honesty.
The scarcity of knowledge and the prevalence of ignorance.
The widespread use of musical instruments.
The widespread consumption of alcohol.
The construction of tall buildings resembling mountains.
The emergence of widespread adultery and fornication.
The prevalence of usury (Riba) in financial transactions.
The abundant use of musical instruments.
Women wearing clothing but appearing naked.
The appearance of false dreams and visions among the masses.
The prevalence of false testimony and concealing truthful testimony.
An increase in the number of women compared to men.
The flourishing of the Arabian Peninsula once again.
The emergence of a golden mountain from the Euphrates River.
People and animals speaking to one another.
An increase in the number of Romans (Byzantines) and their conflict with the Muslims.
The conquest of Constantinople (Istanbul).
Major signs of the Day of Judgment, as mentioned in a Hadith narrated by Hazrat Hudhaifah ibn Al-Yaman (may Allah be pleased with him), include:
The appearance of the false messiah, known as Dajjal.
The return of Jesus (peace be upon him).
The emergence of the tribe of Ya’juj and Ma’juj (Gog and Magog).
Three major landslides: one in the East, one in the West, and one in the Arabian Peninsula.
Smoke covering the sky.
The rising of the sun from the West.
The emergence of a beast from the Earth.
A great fire that will gather people to the place of assembly.
These are some of the signs of the Day of Judgment, and they hold significant importance in Islamic eschatology. Please note that interpreting and understanding these signs may vary among scholars, and further study and consultation with knowledgeable scholars are recommended for a comprehensive understanding.