FAJR REMINDER: AT THE END OF TIME
By: Umm ‘Affān
Jumādā al-Ākhirah 16, 1447 (8-December-2025)
As referenced yesterday in the Ḥadīth narrated by Anas Ibn Mālik (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu), the occurrence of the Last Hour will take place when knowledge becomes increasingly scarce. The Prophet (ﷺ) elucidated this shortage of knowledge by stating: “Verily, Allāh does not withhold knowledge by snatching it away from his servants, but rather he withholds knowledge by taking the souls of scholars, until no scholar remains and people follow ignorant leaders. They are asked and they issue judgments without knowledge. Thus, they are astray and lead others astray.” [Ṣaḥīḥ al-Bukhārī 100, Ṣaḥīḥ Muslim 2673]
The Ḥadīth further notes the widespread occurrence of open illegal sexual intercourse alongside an increase in the female population. It is evident that women now surpass men in number within society, a fact supported by statistics from various health and medical institutions.
Additionally, Abū Hurayrah (Raḍiyallāhu ‘Anhu) reported that the Messenger of Allāh (ﷺ) stated: “There will come a time when there will be no one left who does not consume Ribā, and whoever does not consume it will nevertheless be affected by residue.” [Sunan An-Nasa'ī 4455]
The consequences of Ribā include the rich becoming wealthier while the poor become poorer, as the affluent accumulate resources from the less fortunate. This is perpetuated through loans imposed on the poor, often laden with exorbitant interest for every unit borrowed. As previously mentioned: “Its residue will nevertheless affect everyone.” Indeed, this impact is felt through conventional loans, digital transactions, credit cards, and unfair sales practices.
O people! Let us strive to correct our ways and keep our focus on the Day of Judgment. I beseech Allāh to illuminate our hearts with the truth. Aameen.
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