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How Can I Accept That I'm Dying? | Why Me? EP. 26 | Dr. Omar Suleiman | A Ramadan Series on Qadar
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How Can I Accept That I'm Dying? | Why Me? EP. 26 | Dr. Omar Suleiman | A Ramadan Series on Qadar

Discussion on Death and Reflection

The speaker reflects on the concept of death, its reminders in life, and the reactions one might have upon knowing their time of death.

Contemplation on Death

  • Death is a constant cycle observed in nature and serves as a reminder of mortality.
  • Imagining being informed of a limited time left to live prompts reflection on life's purpose and stored emotions.
  • Dream scenario where everyone knows their death time, likening the graveyard to an airport with limited baggage symbolizing good deeds.
  • Life is compared to a terminal illness, emphasizing the urgency to perform good deeds before facing trials or sudden death.

Significance of Good Deeds and Reflection

The importance of hastening good deeds before facing trials or sudden death is discussed, highlighting the significance of repentance and gratitude.

Importance of Good Deeds

  • Urgency emphasized through Prophet's narration about hastening good deeds before various trials befall individuals.
  • Reflecting on impending death allows for reconciliation with family, seeking forgiveness, and turning back to Allah.
  • Gratitude for blessings despite shortcomings emphasized; seeking forgiveness becomes crucial as one reflects on past actions.

Evaluation Based on Deeds

The focus shifts towards evaluating one's life based on deeds rather than material possessions or worldly success.

Evaluation Through Deeds

  • Emphasis placed on declaring perfection of Allah and seeking forgiveness for imperfections as commanded by prophets.
  • Narration illustrating angelic inspection based on Quran memorization, fasting in heart, and standing in prayer.

New Section

In this section, the speaker discusses the concept of guidance and reassurance in times of transition, particularly during the moment of death.

Understanding Guidance and Reassurance

  • "Whoever follows My Guidance shall not fear nor grieve" emphasizes finding solace in following divine guidance.
  • The challenges of death are not only felt by loved ones but also by the individual facing mortality, worrying about the well-being of those left behind.
Video description

In these final 10 nights, raise a voice for Islam that rings around the world. Donate to Yaqeen.https://yqn.io/njoq You may not have a terminal illness, but death is always near. The details of when and where and how your life will end are up to Allah. Your role is to build your roster of good deeds, so that when your time comes, the angels will inspect you and find feet that stood in qiyam, a heart full of taqwa, and a mind full of Qur'an. Captioning provided by Muhsen. SOURCES: Qur’an, 12:105 Riyad as-Salihin Qur’an, 110:3 Jami’ al-Uloom wal-Hikam 19 Qur’an, 2:38 Qur’an, 25:74 Al-Hikam al-Ataa’iyyah # 13: كَيْفَ يُشْرِقُ قَلْبٌ صُوَرُ الأَكْوَانِ مُنْطَبِعَةٌ فِى مِرْآَتِهِ ؟ أَمْ كَيْفَ يَرْحَلُ إِلَى اللهِ وَهُوَ مُكَبَّلٌ بِشَهَوَاتِهِ ؟ أَمْ كَيْفَ يَطْمَعُ أَنْ يَدْخُلَ حَضْرَةَ اللهِ وَهُوَ لَمْ يَتَطَهَّرْ مِنْ جَنَابَةِ غَفَلاَتِهِ ؟ أَمْ كَيْفَ يَرْجُو أَنْ يَفْهَمَ دَقَائِقَ الأَسْرَارِ وَهُوَ لَمْ يَتُبْ مِنْ هَفَوَاتِهِ ؟ How can the heart be illuminated while the mere forms of creatures are reflected in its mirror? How can it journey to Allah while shackled by its passions? How can it desire to enter the Presence of Allah, while it has not yet purified itself of the stain of forgetfulness?How can it understand the subtle secrets in front of it, while it has not yet repented of its offenses? Note: Only vocals were used in the making of the soundtrack. As we venture into the space of producing higher quality media, we’ve worked hard to make sure that our compliance with our religious ethics is not sacrificed. While Yaqeen has always produced vocals for our Ramadan series, this series was unique in that it also included the story of a family in the background. Our talented production team worked with our scholars to ensure that all actors were in proper hijab, and that all gender interactions were only by Mahrams in real life. We’re grateful to the team for its wonderful effort, and grateful to the families that agreed to participate. Subscribe and be sure to turn notifications on to receive the latest videos Yaqeen has to offer! #omarsuleiman #ramadan2024 #ramadanseries #qadr Click SUBSCRIBE for more great content! Visit http://www.yaqeeninstitute.org for full access to all research publications, infographics, and videos. Join the conversation on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram @yaqeeninstitute!