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These Are Five Minor Signs of the Apocalypse, Which Have Already Occurred?

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The book 'Tafsir Ilmi: Kiamat dalam Perspektif Alquran dan Sains' outlines 55 minor signs of the Day of Judgment.
  • Some signs mentioned include the birth and death of Prophet Muhammad, the conquest of Jerusalem, and the spread of disease.
  • Other signs include the loss of trustworthiness, the prevalence of zina (unlawful sexual intercourse), and the destruction of the Kaaba.

A book titled 'Tafsir Ilmi: Kiamat dalam Perspektif Alquran dan Sains' details 55 minor signs preceding the Day of Judgment, according to Islamic tradition and scientific perspectives. These signs range from historical events to societal changes.

Among the signs discussed are the advent of Prophet Muhammad SAW as the final prophet, his subsequent passing, and the historical conquest of Jerusalem during the era of Caliph Umar bin al-Khattab. The book also notes the outbreak of the plague of Amwas in Palestine during the same period.

If an entrusted matter is given to an unworthy person, then await the Day of Judgment (its destruction).

— Prophet MuhammadExplaining how the loss of trustworthiness is a sign of the end times.

Further signs include the rise of 'fitnah' (trials or tribulations) and a significant decline in trustworthiness among people. The text explains that when an entrusted matter is given to an undeserving person, it signifies a loss of amanah (trustworthiness), which is considered a precursor to the Day of Judgment.

The prevalence of zina, or unlawful sexual intercourse, is also cited as a minor sign, as mentioned in a hadith narrated by Imam al-Bukhari. The book posits that these signs, when observed, are indicators of the approaching end times.

Among the signs of the Day of Judgment is the appearance of zina.

— Prophet MuhammadDescribing the prevalence of unlawful sexual intercourse as an end-times sign.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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