How Does the Angel of Death Take the Souls of People in Different Places? And Does He Enter a House Where There Is a Dog?
Is there only one Angel of Death? How can he take the souls of people who die at the same time in distant places? Does a dying person see him at the time of death? And how does he take the soul of someone who dies in a house where there is a dog, given the hadith stating that ang...
Was It Authentically Established That the Angel Who Gave the Prophet ﷺ the Choice Was Israfil?
It is reported that an angel descended to the Prophet ﷺ and gave him the choice between being a king and a prophet or a servant and a messenger. Is it authentically established that this angel was Israfil, peace be upon him? And how should we understand what is mentioned in some...
What Was the Wisdom Behind Teaching Adam the Names After the Angels Asked About His Creation?
When Allah informed the angels that He would create Adam and his descendants, they said: “Will You place in it those who will cause corruption and shed blood?” Then Allah taught Adam the names and demonstrated his knowledge before the angels. What was the point of this proof? If...
How Does Allah Speak to the Angels? Does He Command Them Directly or Reveal to Them?
Does Allah Almighty speak directly to the angels in words that they hear from Him, or are His commands conveyed to them through revelation and inspiration? And how did Gabriel (Jibril), peace be upon him, receive the words of Allah Almighty?
How Should We Understand the Hadith: “There Is No Space of Four Fingers Except That an Angel Is Prostrating to Allah There”?
The Prophet ﷺ said: “There is no space of four fingers except that an angel has placed his forehead there in prostration to Allah.” How should we understand this in light of reports describing the immense size of some angels, such as Gabriel (Jibril), peace be upon him? Does the...
Can Babies See Angels or Jinn?
Can infants see angels or jinn? If a baby laughs or looks toward an empty part of the room, does this indicate that the baby is seeing an angel or something from the unseen world?
¿Por qué se dice que los ángeles glorifican a Allah de noche y de día si no tienen noche y día como nosotros?
Allah, Altísimo, dice acerca de los ángeles: «Lo glorifican de noche y de día y no se cansan». ¿Cómo puede describirse su glorificación como realizada de noche y de día, si los ángeles se encuentran en el mundo celestial y la noche y el día están relacionados con el movimiento de...
Were the Angels Created from the Light of the Arms and Chest?
It is established in the hadith that the angels were created from light. However, it has been reported from Abdullah ibn Amr (may Allah be pleased with him and his father) that he said: “Allah, the Mighty and Majestic, created the angels from the light of the arms and the chest....
What Does It Mean for a Believer to Be Supported by the Holy Spirit in Islam?
It is reported that the Prophet ﷺ supplicated for Hassan ibn Thabit (may Allah be pleased with him), saying: “O Allah, support him with the Holy Spirit.” It is also reported: “And Gabriel is with you.” What is meant by the Holy Spirit in Islam? Does supporting a believer with...
How Should We Understand the Seeing of Angels in the Story of Usayd ibn Hudayr?
It is reported that Usayd ibn Hudayr (may Allah be pleased with him) was reciting the Qur’an at night when he saw something in the sky resembling a canopy containing objects like lamps. The Prophet ﷺ said to him: “Those were the angels who came near because of your voice. Had yo...
Do the Angels See Allah in the Hereafter?
Is it established that the angels see Allah, the Exalted? Does this vision occur for them in this world or in the Hereafter?
Is It Permissible to Seek Refuge in Allah from the Keepers of Hell?
Is it permissible for a Muslim to say, “I seek refuge in Allah from the keepers of the Fire,” or to seek refuge in Allah from the angels appointed over Hell? Does this involve any disrespect toward the angels, or is it better to limit oneself to seeking refuge from the Fire and i...
Do the Angels Record Everything a Person Says and Does, Even Permissible Things?
We know that a person’s good deeds are recorded, as are his sins. But what about permissible words and actions that are not intended as acts of obedience or disobedience, such as saying, “I want to eat” or “I want to drink”? Do the angels record these as well?
Is There Evidence in Islam for Angels Called “Seraphim” or “Cherubim”?
Some books and articles mention angels called “Seraphim” or “Cherubim,” claiming that they are among the angels brought near to Allah around the Throne, and sometimes even attributing to them a role in the Night Journey and Ascension. Is any of this established in the Qur’an or S...
Do Angels Differ in Rank? Is There a Hierarchy Among Them?
Are all angels of the same rank, or are some superior to others? Does Islam teach a fixed hierarchical system among the angels, in which every group has a leader, with successive levels of authority ultimately ending with a single angel?
How Do We Reconcile the Angels’ Question with Allah’s Statement: “He Is Not Questioned About What He Does”?
Allah, the Exalted, says concerning the angels: “Will You place in it those who will spread corruption there and shed blood?” [Al-Baqarah: 30] And He says: “He is not questioned about what He does, but they will be questioned.” [Al-Anbiya’: 23] So how did the angels ask the...
Why Is Belief in the Books Mentioned Before Belief in the Messengers in the Hadith of Jibril?
In the Hadith of Jibril, faith is described as: “To believe in Allah, His angels, His Books, His messengers, the Last Day, and to believe in divine decree, its good and its bad.” What is the wisdom behind mentioning belief in the Books before belief in the messengers?
Why Did Allah Assign Angels to Certain Affairs of the Universe Though He Has No Need of Them?
Allah Almighty is capable of all things and has no need of any of His creation. So why did He assign some angels tasks such as delivering revelation, overseeing matters related to rain, recording deeds, taking souls at death, and other affairs of the universe?
Is It Authentic That the Angel of Death Complained to Allah About Taking Souls?
It is narrated that when Allah assigned the Angel of Death the task of taking people’s souls, he complained about this duty because people would blame and hate him. Allah then supposedly told him that He would create causes of death such as illnesses, accidents, and other things...
Why Did Allah Appoint Angels to Record Human Deeds Though He Knows Everything?
Allah Almighty knows what is within a person, and He is closer to him than his jugular vein. So why did He appoint angels to record his words and deeds? Does the existence of the noble recording angels mean that Allah needs them in order to know what a person does?
Were Angels Sent to Humans to Guide Them Before the Prophets?
Is it true that Allah Almighty used to send angels directly to people to guide them to worship Him before sending the prophets, with the exception of Adam, peace be upon him? Or were the messengers sent to humanity human beings?
Did Jibril, Peace Be Upon Him, Turn Into Dihyah al-Kalbi?
It is reported that Jibril, peace be upon him, used to come to the Prophet ﷺ in the appearance of Dihyah al-Kalbi, may Allah be pleased with him. Does this mean that Jibril was actually Dihyah himself, living his life, marrying, fighting, and dying? Or did Jibril merely appear in...
Is It Established That Israfil, Peace Be Upon Him, Is One of the Bearers of the Throne? And How Many Are They?
Is Israfil, peace be upon him, one of the angels who carry the Throne of the Most Merciful? Has the number of the bearers of the Throne in this world been established? And how should we understand Allah’s statement: “And on that Day, eight will bear the Throne of your Lord above...
Is It Authentically Established That the Name of the Keeper of Paradise Is “Ridwan”?
It is widely known among Muslims that the angel entrusted with Paradise is called “Ridwan.” Some scholars have stated that this name is well known in transmitted reports, although it has not been established in an authentic hadith. Is it permissible to say that the keeper of Para...
Can Angels Hear the Recitation of the Qur’an from Very Far Distances?
It is reported that the angels love to listen to the Qur’an and that they may descend when it is recited. Does this mean that the angels can hear people’s voices while they are in the heavens and from extremely great distances? Does affirming such hearing for them conflict with t...
Can the Jinn See the Angels?
Can the jinn see the angels? Is there anything in the Qur’an or Sunnah indicating that this is possible?
Is It Permissible for a Muslim to Ask Allah to Let Him See Angels or Speak with Them?
Is it permissible for a Muslim to ask Allah Almighty to show him one of the angels or enable him to speak with an angel, given that some people may possibly see angels when they appear in human form?
Does a Dying Person See the Angels at the Time of Death? And Does He Speak with Them?
Does a person at the time of death truly see the angels of mercy or the angels of punishment? Do the angels speak to him when his soul departs, and can he respond to them or speak with them?
Do the Angels Say “Ameen” to a Supplication That Occurs in the Heart Without Being Spoken?
If someone wrongs a Muslim, bad thoughts or a supplication against that person may come to his mind without him intending it or saying it aloud. They may simply be passing thoughts and temporary emotional reactions. Is a person held accountable for such thoughts? And do the angel...
What Is the Virtue of the Angels’ Supplication for the Believers? And Is It More Likely to Be Answered?
The Qur’an and Sunnah mention that the angels supplicate for the believers and seek forgiveness for them in various circumstances. What is the benefit of their supplication? Is the supplication of the angels more likely to be answered than that of human beings? And what is the co...
Did the Samiri See Jibril, Peace Be Upon Him, and Take Something from the Trace of His Horse?
Allah Almighty says regarding the Samiri: “He said: ‘I perceived what they did not perceive, so I took a handful from the trace of the messenger and threw it.’” [Ta-Ha: 96] Some commentators have mentioned that he saw Jibril, peace be upon him, riding a horse and took a handfu...
How Do Angels Travel Vast Distances So Quickly? Is Their Experience of Time Different from That of Humans?
Allah Almighty mentions that the command ascends to Him in a day whose measure is a thousand years according to human reckoning. Some of the early scholars also mentioned immense distances between the heavens. How, then, do the angels descend, ascend, and carry out their assigned...
Is There an Angel Who Knows Everything in the Heavens and the Earth?
Is there any angel who knows everything in the heavens and the earth, such as the number of drops of water, grains of soil, and all other things? Or is such knowledge exclusive to Allah Almighty alone? And how much do the angels know about matters of the unseen?
Who Is Superior: The Angels or the Prophets and Righteous Among Humankind?
The angels are honored servants who continuously worship Allah and never disobey Him. Are they therefore superior to the prophets and righteous people among humankind? Or are the prophets and righteous believers higher in rank than them?
Why Do We Pray for Mercy for the Angels Even Though They Do Not Disobey Allah?
If the angels are obedient servants of Allah who do not disobey Him and do whatever they are commanded, why do we pray for mercy and peace upon them? Do they need Allah’s mercy even though they are among those who obey Him? Is the salutation at the end of the prayer directed only...
Why Was Iblis Included in the Command to Prostrate to Adam Even Though He Was Not an Angel?
Allah Almighty says that the angels were commanded to prostrate to Adam, peace be upon him, and that Iblis refused to prostrate. If Iblis was one of the jinn and not one of the angels, why was he included in the command directed to the angels, and why was he punished for disobeyi...
Can the Jinn and Angels Read the Qur’an?
Can the jinn read the Qur’an as humans do, or are they unable to do so? Do the angels also read the Qur’an, or is their worship limited to glorifying and remembering Allah?
Is It Established That the Angels See Allah in This World?
Is it established that Jibril (Gabriel), peace be upon him, or any other angel saw Allah, Glorified and Exalted, in this world? Can this be inferred from the story of the Mi‘raj or from the texts that speak about the angels brought near to Allah and the bearers of the Throne?
Does the Fact That Angels Do Not Eat or Drink Mean They Are Being Likened to Allah?
It is established that angels do not eat or drink. Does saying this mean likening them to Allah Almighty, since Allah is exalted above any need for food or drink? How should we understand the Creator and created beings sharing certain descriptions without falling into resemblance...
What Happens to the Angels on the Day of Resurrection and After the People of Paradise and Hell Enter Their Final Abodes?
What will happen to the angels on the Day of Resurrection after the reckoning is completed and judgment has been passed between the servants? Will their role come to an end, or will they continue to have duties and functions in Paradise, Hell, and after the people of the Hereafte...
Do the Angels Die When the Hour Begins?
Do the angels die when the Trumpet is blown? And is the widespread story authentic that mentions the deaths of Jibril, Mika’il, Israfil, and the Angel of Death one after another, including the conversations and detailed descriptions of how each of them dies?
Why Did Allah Create the Angels? What Is the Difference Between Guidance of Direction and Guidance of Enablement?
What is the wisdom behind Allah’s creation of the angels? Were they created for testing and trial like humans and jinn? Did Allah know what would happen with Iblis before creating him? If Allah is capable of everything, why did He not make Iblis guided and obedient? And what is t...
Are “Al-Raqib” and “Al-Atid” the Names of the Two Recording Angels? Do They Enter the Bathroom with a Person?
Are “Al-Raqib” and “Al-Atid” the names of two angels assigned to a person, one of whom records good deeds and the other records bad deeds? What are their duties? And do the two angels enter the bathroom with a person to record what he does there?
Do the Recording Angels Leave a Person in the Bathroom or During Sexual Intercourse?
Do the noble recording angels remain with a person in all circumstances, or do they leave him when he enters the bathroom, engages in sexual intercourse, or bathes? If they leave him, how are a person’s deeds recorded during those times?
Will People See Jibril and the Angels on the Day of Resurrection?
Will we see Jibril (Gabriel), peace be upon him, on the Day of Resurrection? And will people see the angels at the gathering and after the people of Paradise enter Paradise?
Do Angels Have Will and Choice? And Can They Disobey Allah?
Do angels obey Allah through will and choice, or do they have no ability to choose at all? If they have a will, can they commit disobedience? And how should we understand the texts that describe angels as not disobeying Allah?
How Did the Angels Know That Humans Would Cause Corruption on Earth Before Adam Was Created?
Were the angels created before human beings? If they existed before Adam (peace be upon him) was created, how did they know that his descendants would cause corruption on earth and shed blood, as Allah says: ﴿Will You place therein those who will cause corruption therein and she...
When Did the Prophet ﷺ See Jibril in His True Form?
The Qur’an mentions that the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ saw Jibril (peace be upon him) twice. When did these two occasions occur? Was seeing Jibril sitting on a chair between heaven and earth a third occasion, or was it the same as the first sighting?
What Happens to the Recording Angels After a Person Dies?
What happens to the two angels assigned to record a person’s deeds after his death? Do they die when he dies, or do they continue living and get assigned another task?
Is Joking About the Angel of Death Considered Disbelief?
I said to someone jokingly, after two of his relatives had died: “It seems there is some kind of blood feud between your family and the Angel of Death.” I did not intend to insult the angels or mock the religion. Is this statement considered disbelief? What should I do?
Is It Permissible to Send Blessings upon the Angels in the Tashahhud?
Is it permissible for a Muslim to add sending blessings upon the angels in the Tashahhud, just as he sends blessings upon the Prophet ﷺ?
Do the Angels Know What Is in a Person’s Heart and Record Inner Thoughts?
Do the guardian angels know the intentions and thoughts that exist in a person’s heart? Is remembrance of Allah or supplication made in the heart, without moving the tongue, recorded as a good deed for the person? And is a person held accountable merely for inner thoughts?
Can Children See Angels? And How Do Angels Appear to Humans?
Is it true that children are able to see angels? And can a person see angels in their true form?
Do Angels Die? Are They Male or Female? Do They Reproduce?
Do angels die when the Hour is established? Are angels described as male or female? Do they marry or reproduce?
What Does Belief in the Angels Mean? What Must One Believe About Them?
What does true belief in the angels mean? What are the fundamental matters that a Muslim must believe concerning them?
What Is Authentically Reported About Munkar and Nakir? What Questions Do They Ask in the Grave?
What has been authentically established in the Sunnah about the two angels who question the deceased in his grave, Munkar and Nakir? Is the hadith describing them as having eyes like lightning, voices like thunder, and dragging their hair authentic? And what questions do they ask...
Can Angels or the Prophet ﷺ Be Seen While Awake After His Death?
Can a person see Jibril or any other angel with their own eyes while awake? And is it possible to see the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ while awake after his death? How should we deal with someone who claims that they saw the Prophet ﷺ or angels during a particular event?
Is It Established That the Name of the Angel of Death Is “Azrael”?
It is commonly known among people that the Angel of Death is called “Azrael.” Is this name established in the Noble Qur’an or in the authentic Sunnah of the Prophet ﷺ? And what name should we use when referring to him?
Do Angels and Jinn Die? What Happens to Them After Death?
Do angels and jinn die? If they die, where are they buried? Are funeral prayers offered for them? And how long do they live?
Was Iblis One of the Angels? What Evidence Shows That He Was from the Jinn?
Was Iblis originally one of the angels and then disobeyed Allah, or was he from the jinn? And how do we understand Allah’s command to the angels to prostrate before Adam, while Iblis was excluded from them?
Who Are the Angels? What Are Their Attributes and Main Duties?
Who are the angels in Islam? What were they created from? What are their main attributes and the most important duties that Allah has assigned to them?
What Is the Evidence That Jibril, Peace Be Upon Him, Spoke to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ?
What evidence do Muslims rely upon to establish that Jibril, peace be upon him, spoke to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and conveyed revelation to him?
How Many Angels Accompany a Person, and What Are Their Duties?
How many angels accompany a person throughout his life? What duties do they perform, such as protecting him, recording his deeds, and other tasks?
Did the Angels Protect the Prophet ﷺ from the Harm of Abu Lahab’s Wife?
Is it authentically established that the jinn used to protect the Prophet ﷺ when the wife of Abu Lahab wanted to harm him? Are there any authentic or established hadiths concerning this matter?
What Does “the Exalted Assembly” Mean in the Qur’an and Sunnah?
What is meant by the expression “the Exalted Assembly” mentioned in the Qur’an and the Sunnah? Who is included in this description? And what does their “disputation” mean?
