The Dajjal and the Return of Jesus

by Yusuf ibn Abdullah ibn Yusuf Al-Wabil

The Prophet peace be upon him said, ' There is no trial from the time of Adam's(a.s) creation until the last hour greater than that of Dajjal.' Every Messenger of Allah warned their ummah of dajjal.. The Prophet peace be upon him said, 'Allah did not send any prophet but that he warned his nation of the one-eyed liar (Ad-Dajjal). He is one-eyed while your Lord is not one-eyed. The word 'Kafir' (unbeliever) is written between his two eyes.' Sahih Al-Bukhari Hadith 9.505 Narrated by Anas This book is essential reading for every seeker of truth. It equips the reader with the tools to save himeself and his loved ones from this terrible trial.

Genres: Religion, Islam

176 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2009

Reviews

[☯ 愛 ঝামেলা جميلة 美 ☮]

Many of the Islamic books I have been reading, include the Qur'an, have been mostly about reforming one's self and a lot about Tazkiya ('Purification of the Heart'), or at least those are the lessons I walk away with. As for this book, it was interestingly more of an informative/ information-laden/ academic read. I'm not sure I would suggest it for beginners, as it can become very confusing. For beginners, I would suggest first going over the Seerah of the Prophet ﷺ and the stories of the companions. Because, the Prophet's life is a most important supplement to how the Quran was meant to be practiced. Anyway, I mention because that was prominent in my mind while reading this. At the same time, I do think it is important to learn about the Signs of the Day of Judgment, because it's scary how many of the smaller signs have come true. So yes, if you wanna read, read it, basically. Anyway, just will point out some of the more interesting points this book touched upon:

«The creation of the heavens and the earth is indeed greater than the creation of mankind, yet most of mankind know not.» Quran, 40: 57

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One of the reasons, I found the following interesting is because, I'm not sure Islam had spread to the Levantine area (Sham: Syria, Palestine, Jordan, Lebanon) during the Prophet's lifetime. So, it's kind of like a prophecy that Islam would spread there, and it did. And, of course, it is said when Isa (Jesus) returns, he will be on the way of the Muslims. And since, Prophet Muhammed had met him on the Night of Ascension (Isra wal-Mi'raj), many say that Isa is considered one of the Companions!

The Prophet ( ﷺ) said, "When Allah sends al-Masih, 'Isa ibn Maryam, he will descend at the white minaret in the eastern side of Damascus [in Syria] wearing two garments his hands placed on the wings of two Angels whenever he lowers his head perspiration will trickle from it. And when he raises his head, beads like pearls will scatter from it."

ibn Kathir comments, 'The most prominent (statement) regarding his place of descension is that it is on the eastern white minaret in Damascus [in Syria]. And I have seen in some books that he will descend on the white minaret on the eastern side of the Great Central Masjid in Damascus. So maybe, this is what is preserved ... and there is not in Damascus a minaret known as sharqiah (eastern), save that which is next to the Umaywi Central Masjid in Damascus from its eastern side. This is what is more fitting and appropriate. For when he descends the prayer will be ready to commence the Imam of the Muslims (at that time) will say, 'O Spirit of Allah! Proceed (and lead the prayer).' He will respond, 'You proceed! For the Prayer was established for you,' and in one report, 'Some of you have been made leaders/ commanders over other amongst you - a honour from Allah for this ummah (nation).'

Imam Ahmad narrates from Abu Hurayrah (may Allah be pleased with him) that the Prophet ( ﷺ) said, " ... and the Prophets are paternal brothers; their mothers are different, but their religion is one. I am the nearest of all the people to 'Isa ibn Maryam(may Allah's peace and blessing be upon him), for there is no Prophet between me and him ... and he will certainly descend ... and Allah will destroy the Dajjal in his time. There will be (so much peace and) security upon the earth that lions will graze with camels, tigers with cows, wolves with sheep; children will play with snakes being unharmed by them."

Also, something new! You always hear about the definition of Taqwa. It's often translation as "Fear of Allah," but the definition, I feel based on other renderings, captures it best is "God-consciousness." But the following is a very nice explanation of the term!

Taqwa: the basic meaning of which is setting a barrier between
two things. This is why it is said that one ittaqa with his shield,
i.e. he set it as a barrier between him and the one who wished
him evil. Therefore it is as if the one who has taqwa (muttaqi)
has used his following the commands of Allah and avoiding
His prohibitions as a barrier between himself and the Punishment. Hence he has preserved and fortified himself against
the punishment of Allah through his obeying Him.

[Jowanna Williams · Rating 3 out of 5]

Al hamdulillah I had an audio of the conference that Masjid As Sunnah an Nabawaiyyah (Germantown Masjid Philly) Winter conference 2023 The Signs of the Hours: Major & Minor Sins. Ustaadh Mustafa George talk coincided with this book. Honestly I'm glad I had the lecture because the book seems as if it should be taught due to the issues it brought (the book) I've found it more confusing than clear. Al hamdulillah the book is beneficial however I wouldn't recommend it to a new shahaadah or to a non Muslim.