Seeing Allah in Jannah | Ep. 27 | #JannahSeries with Dr. Omar Suleiman

Summary

The video emphasizes the importance of deeply connecting with the Prophet Muhammad's life, character, and the beauty of Allah's names and attributes. It describes the ultimate joy of the afterlife: seeing Allah, which is considered the greatest reward for those in Paradise. The script explains how the righteous, including the prophets, martyrs, and the truthful, will be rewarded with the privilege of witnessing Allah's majesty. The video encourages striving for closeness to Allah, highlighting the value of excellence in worship and the immeasurable joy of being in Allah's presence in Jannah.

Takeaways

• 😊 Connecting to the Prophet's Seerah and Sunnah requires knowing his character, behavior, and qualities.
• 😃 Understanding Allah's names and attributes fosters a deep love for Him, making it easier to follow His commands and perform voluntary deeds.
• 🌟 The ultimate joy in the afterlife is seeing Allah's face, which is considered the greatest gift of Jannah.
• 💫 The Prophet ﷺ explained that the highest reward in Jannah is the ability to look at Allah day and night.
• 👑 The people who will be closest to Allah in Jannah are those who excelled in worship and used to respond to His call with devotion in this world.
• 🌙 Everyone in Jannah will eventually see Allah, with a special gathering occurring on Fridays in a valley of paradise.
• ✨ Allah will address the people of Jannah from His throne, with the prophets and martyrs occupying places of honor.
• 🏞️ The day of increase (yawmul mazeed) refers to the moment in Jannah when the believers will gaze upon Allah's face.
• 🙏 Allah will personally reward the inhabitants of Jannah, and each individual will feel as though they have the best seat in the gathering.
• 💖 Seeing Allah's face will bring so much joy that it will make the people of Jannah forget all previous hardships and sorrows.

Q & A

What is the significance of knowing the Prophet Muhammad's (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) Shama'il?

Knowing the Prophet's Shama'il, which includes understanding his appearance, manners, and behavior, helps Muslims connect deeply with his Seerah (biography) and Sunnah (traditions). It makes it easier to relate to his teachings and emulate his character in everyday life.

How does understanding Allah's names and attributes affect a believer's relationship with Him?

Understanding Allah's names and attributes helps a believer fall in love with Him repeatedly. It makes following His commands easier and encourages performing voluntary deeds that bring one closer to Him, enhancing the overall spiritual connection.

Why is seeing Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la considered the ultimate joy in the hereafter?

Seeing Allah is the most precious gift in the hereafter because it represents the most beautiful, awe-inspiring experience. It surpasses all other pleasures of Jannah (Paradise), as nothing else compares to the magnificence of seeing and hearing Allah.

Who are the people who will get to see Allah morning and evening in Jannah?

The highest-ranking people in Jannah, who embodied qualities of truth, devotion, and excellence in their worldly lives, will have the privilege of seeing Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la morning and evening.

How does the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) describe seeing Allah in Jannah?

The Prophet described seeing Allah in Jannah as being as clear as seeing the full moon on a dark night. Everyone will be able to see Allah without any crowding or difficulty, especially on the day of Jumu'ah (Friday).

What is 'Hadha yawmul mazeed' and its significance in Jannah?

'Hadha yawmul mazeed' means 'This is the day of increase.' It refers to the special day when Allah will reveal Himself to the people of Jannah, allowing them to gaze upon His face, which is the greatest reward and pleasure beyond all other delights in Paradise.

How do the people of Jannah respond when they are invited to meet Allah?

When invited to meet Allah, the people of Jannah respond with 'Sam'an wa taa'an,' which means 'We hear and we obey,' just as they did in their earthly lives. This reflects their eagerness and obedience to Allah's call.

What does the light radiating upon the people of Jannah signify?

The light that radiates upon the people of Jannah signifies Allah’s presence when He reveals Himself to them. This light brightens the entire Paradise, and the sight of Allah fills the people with immense joy and awe.

What did the Prophet (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) teach about asking for the pleasure of seeing Allah's face?

The Prophet taught Muslims to ask Allah for the pleasure of gazing at His noble face and the joy of meeting Him. This supplication expresses a deep yearning to be close to Allah and experience His presence.

How does Allah remind the people of Jannah about their past sins, and what is the significance?

Allah privately reminds each person of their past sins in this world, to which they respond that Allah has forgiven them. Allah then confirms that it was through His forgiveness that they reached their high status in Jannah, highlighting the mercy and grace of Allah.

Outlines

00:00

😊 Connecting with the Prophet's Seerah and Allah's Attributes

This paragraph emphasizes the importance of understanding the Prophet's (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) personality, actions, and appearance to truly connect with his Seerah and Sunnah. Similarly, knowing Allah's names and attributes fosters a deep love for Him, making it easier to obey His commands and pursue voluntary deeds. The ultimate joy in the Akhirah (afterlife) is seeing Allah, which is a greater reward than anything else in Jannah (Paradise). The Prophet (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) described the profound beauty and awe that come with witnessing Allah's face in Jannah, a gift for those in the highest ranks.

05:02

🌟 The Ultimate Reward: Gazing at Allah's Face in Jannah

This section highlights that the ultimate reward in Jannah is the ability to gaze at Allah's face, which is described as a blessing beyond anything else offered in Paradise. The joy of seeing Allah surpasses all other delights. The Prophet (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) recited verses indicating that those who excel in worship and deeds will be rewarded with more, which is interpreted as the opportunity to see Allah. The joy of this moment is unparalleled, and it is reserved for those who embodied excellence (Ihsaan) in this life.

10:05

🏞️ A Special Appointment with Allah on the Day of Increase

On a special day in Jannah, referred to as 'the Day of Increase,' Allah will invite the inhabitants of Paradise to a gathering. The Prophet (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam) described this gathering, where Allah will speak to the people from His throne. The prophets and the most righteous (the Siddiqoon and the martyrs) will be seated on thrones of light, while others will be seated on platforms of gold, pearls, and other precious materials. Each person will believe they have the best seat, and everyone will be able to witness Allah in His magnificence.

Keywords

💡Seerah

Seerah refers to the biography and life story of Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam). It includes his personal character, actions, and experiences. In the video, understanding the Seerah is emphasized as essential to truly connecting with the Prophet’s teachings and way of life.

💡Sunnah

Sunnah represents the practices, sayings, and approvals of Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam). It is a key aspect of Islamic tradition, second only to the Quran. The speaker emphasizes the importance of knowing the Sunnah to live a life that mirrors the actions and ethics of the Prophet.

💡Shama'il

Shama'il refers to the physical characteristics and manners of the Prophet Muhammad (SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam), including his appearance, smile, and behavior. Knowing the Shama'il helps Muslims connect emotionally and spiritually with the Prophet, as understanding how he carried himself deepens the connection to his teachings.

💡Ihsaan

Ihsaan means 'excellence' or 'perfection' in worship, where a person worships Allah as though they see Him. The concept is integral to spiritual growth in Islam, and the video highlights that those who worship with Ihsaan will be among those rewarded by seeing Allah in Paradise.

💡Allah's Names and Attributes

The Names and Attributes of Allah describe His qualities, such as His mercy, wisdom, and omnipotence. The video emphasizes that by knowing these Names and Attributes, a believer constantly grows in love for Allah, making obedience to His commands more natural and fulfilling.

💡Jannah

Jannah is the Islamic concept of paradise, where believers are rewarded for their faith and good deeds. In the video, Jannah is described as a place where the ultimate joy is seeing the face of Allah, a reward greater than any material pleasure the paradise can offer.

💡Day of Increase (Yawm ul Mazeed)

The Day of Increase is a special day in Jannah when the inhabitants are blessed with seeing Allah’s face. This is described as the greatest joy and gift in the afterlife, surpassing all other pleasures. The video emphasizes that this reward is reserved for those who excelled in their faith.

💡Siddiqoon and Shuhadah

Siddiqoon refers to those who are exceptionally truthful and steadfast in their faith, while Shuhadah are martyrs who died in the path of Allah. The video explains that these individuals are given special honors in Jannah, including the opportunity to sit on platforms of light and be close to Allah during His address.

💡Private Conversation with Allah

In Jannah, every believer is granted a private conversation with Allah, during which their past deeds are discussed. The video describes this moment as deeply intimate and personal, highlighting Allah's forgiveness and the significance of individual faithfulness during their earthly life.

💡Ultimate Joy

The ultimate joy in the afterlife, as described in the video, is the ability to see Allah in Jannah. It surpasses all other pleasures, including the beauty of the gardens, rivers, and the company of others. This joy is portrayed as the highest reward for those who were devoted and faithful to Allah.

Highlights

To truly connect with the Prophet's Seerah and Sunnah, one must know his Shama'il, including his smile and the way he spoke and carried himself.

Knowing the names and attributes of Allah helps you fall in love with Him repeatedly, making it easier to follow His commands and seek voluntary deeds.

The ultimate joy of the Akhirah is seeing Allah, which is the most precious gift He can give in Paradise.

The least of the people in Paradise will have an expansive view of their gardens, while the most noble will gaze at the face of Allah day and night.

The Prophet (PBUH) recited the verse 'Wujuhuyn yawma'idhin naadhira, ila rabbiha nadhira', which describes the radiant faces of those gazing at their Lord in Paradise.

Even the joy on the faces of people looking at food or the rivers of Jannah is immense; it pales in comparison to the joy of seeing Allah.

Those who used to engage in seclusion, conversation, and worship with Allah at night in this world will be able to see Him in the Hereafter.

The Prophet (PBUH) confirmed that everyone in Jannah will see Allah, just like people see the full moon without crowding.

On Fridays in Jannah, Allah will address the people from a valley of white musk, with the prophets sitting on chairs of light.

'Hadha yawmul mazeed'—the day of increase—refers to the day when the people of Jannah will see the face of Allah, which is the greatest gift.

When Allah says, 'They will have all they desire, and We have more for them,' the 'more' is the ability to see Allah.

The Prophet (PBUH) clarified that 'Al-nadharu ila wajhi al-Karim'—to gaze at the noble face of Allah—is the greatest reward for those who perform Ihsaan (excellence).

A voice will call out to the people of Jannah, inviting them to visit Allah. They will all respond, 'Sam’an wa taa’an,' and gather to witness His magnificence.

When Allah reveals Himself, His light will be so overwhelming that it will erase all past pains and sadness for the people of Paradise.

Every person in Jannah will have a private conversation with Allah, where He will remind them of their sins, but also how His forgiveness led them to Paradise.

Transcripts

To really connect

with the Prophet SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam's Seerah

and his Sunnah, you really need to know his Shama'il,

you need to know his smile SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam

you need to know the way that he looked,

the way that he spoke, the way that he carried himself,

how he was in his home, how he was in the masjid.

Once you do that, then connecting to the Seerah,

connecting to the Sunnah becomes so natural to you.

Now, with Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la, to know His names

and attributes is to keep on falling in love with Him over,

and over, and over again.

And that makes it so much easier to abide by His commands

and even want to do more of the voluntary deeds

that not only increase you in Paradise,

but bring you closer to Him,

which is greater than anything else Jannah can give you.

The scholars agree

that seeing Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la is the ultimate joy

of the Akhirah.

It is the most precious gift that He can give to you

because you will not look at anything more beautiful

than Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la.

You'll not experience anyone more beautiful

than Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

you'll not hear anything more beautiful than

when Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la addresses you in Jannah.

And in Jannah, there is no fear anymore

of Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

in the sense that you're not scared of Him,

you're just in awe of Him and excited to hear Him

and meet Him every single time

Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la gives you that gift.

The Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam, said,

"Indeed, the least of the people

of Paradise in rank is the one who will look at his gardens,

his spouses, his bounties, his servants,

and his beds for the distance of a thousand years.

And the highest of them,

the most noble of them with Allah is the one

who will look at the face of Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

morning and evening."

And the Prophet SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam recited,

"Wujuhuyn yawma'idhin naadhira

ila rabbiha nadhira"

"Some faces on that day shall be so radiant

because they will be staring

at their Lord Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la."

Now I want you to think about this,

when Allah says,

"Ta'rifu fi wujuhihim nadratun naeem"

"That you would know how happy they are

when you just look at their faces."

Like if you don't see anything else in Jannah,

and you're just looking at the other people in Jannah,

and the smiles on their faces,

you would be able to tell that they must be looking

at something so amazing.

And that's if they're looking at the food of Jannah,

and they're looking at the people of Jannah,

and they're looking at the rivers of Jannah,

or whatever it may be.

Imagine how much Na'eem,

how much joy there is on the face of a person

who gets to see Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la day and night.

And that is for those that reach

the highest place of Paradise.

And that's not random.

Just like we said from the beginning of this,

Abu Bakr, radiAllahu Anhu, is not called from all 8 gates

because of anything random.

He's called from all 8 gates

because he embodies all of the qualities of those 8 gates.

Likewise, these people that get to see

Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la day and night,

are people that used to respond to the call

of Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la day and night in this dunya.

They used to be in seclusion and conversation

in Qiyam with Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

They used to worship Him as if they could see Him,

and now they can see Him just as much.

And this is Ihsaan, excellence.

And the companion said to the Prophet

SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam,

"Ya Rasulullah, but does everybody get to see

Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala in Jannah?

Like is it really Jannah if you can't see

Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la?

And the Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam said,

"Verily, you shall see your Lord

just as you see the moon when it's most full

in the darkest of the night.

And you don't have to crowd one another in order to see Him"

meaning everyone will be able to see

Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la at some point in Jannah,

and that is on the day of Jumu'ah, the day of Friday.

And the Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam, said

that your Lord has singled out a valley in Paradise

which has hills of white musk.

And on Friday, Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la,

in all of His majesty,

will address the people of Jannah from His throne.

And the prophets are sitting on chairs of light,

and then, there are pulpits of light and gold

studded with gems.

And that is for the Siddiqoon, and the Shuhadah,

for the people who are most truthful

with Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la,

and for the martyrs,

so you've got the gathering

and you've clearly got these distinctions,

the prophets on their chairs of light.

The Siddiqoon, the Shuhadah,

the people of truth and the martyrs.

And then the people of Al Ghuraf,

the people of the highest rooms will come out of their rooms

and they will sit on the hills

and then Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la starts to address us,

"Hadha yawmul mazeed"

"This is the day of increase."

And seeing the face of Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la,

is exactly what the increase is.

And that's why when Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la says,

"La hum ma yashaa'oona fiha wa ladayna mazid"

"They will have in Jannah all that they desire

and we have more for them."

And many of the scholars said

this "more for them" is the ability

to look at Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la.

Because you will not be given anything more beloved to you

in Jannah, than the ability to see Allah

Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

And the Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam,

once recited the Ayah,

"Lilladhina ahsanul husna wa ziyadah"

"That for those who put forth excellence,

there is an excellent reward and more."

And the Sahabah

asked the Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam,

"Ya Rasul Allah, what's more?"

"Hal jaza'ul ihsaan illa al-ihsan?"

Right? Isn't the reward for excellence, excellence?

Isn't Jannah all Ihsaan?

What is the ziyadah here? What is the more?

And the Prophet SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam, said,

"Al-nadharu ila wajhi al-Karim"

"To gaze at the noble face of Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la"

So how does this all play out in Jannah?

A voice is going to call out,

"Ya Ahlul Jannah",

"Oh people of Paradise",

Allah will be accepting visits from the people of Paradise.

So hurry to visit The Most Merciful.

And the people of Paradise will say,

"Sam'an wa taa'an"

"We hear and we obey", just as they used to in this life.

And then they gather there and nobody is left out.

And by that time Allah Subh'anahu Wa Ta-A'la

would have ordered His throne to be sent in the valley.

And then platforms made of gold,

and pearl, and silver, and all types of jewels are set

for every inhabitants of Paradise.

And the least of them,

the Prophet, SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam said,

would sit on a sheet made of pearls,

and everyone will think

that they have the best seat in the house.

Everyone will think

that they have the best platform in the gathering.

So once everyone is seated in the comfort of his chair,

a voice will call out to the crowd,

and it will say,

Ya ahlal Jannah

"O people of Paradise,

you now have an appointment with Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala

And His majesty wants to fulfill your reward."

And the people of Jannah replied back to the caller,

"What is it?

Didn't He already brighten our faces with light?

Didn't He already make our good deeds heavy on the scale?

Didn't He already enter us into Paradise

and save us from the fire of hell?"

And while the people of Jannah are having this conversation,

suddenly, a light radiates upon them,

a light that brightens the entire Jannah.

And the people of Paradise raise their heads

to see what it is.

And there is Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala

in all of His magnificence.

And Allah will say to them,

Ya ahlal Jannati salaamun alaikum

"O people of Paradise, peace be onto you."

And all of the people of Paradise will reply

with the best greeting they know.

Allahumma Antas-Salam wa minkas-salam

Tabarakta ya Dhal-jalali wal- ikram.

"O Allah, you are peace and peace comes from you.

Blessed are you, Your Majesty,

who possesses all glory and honor."

And then Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala would reveal himself

to the people of Paradise and say,

aina ibadi alladhina atta ouni bil ghaibi wallam ya raon

"Where are my servants who used to worship me

even though they couldn't see me?"

Hadha yawm ul mazeed, fas alooni

"This is the day of increase, ask me anything you want."

And then the people of Paradise will reply

to Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala all at once and they will say,

un qadra deena, farda ana

"We are pleased, O Allah, so be pleased with us."

And Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala would say,

Ya Ahlal Jannah

"O people of Paradise,

If I wasn't pleased with you,

I wouldn't have allowed you to dwell in my Paradise."

Hadha yawm ul mazeed, fas alooni

"This is the day of increase, so ask me anything you want."

And then the people of Paradise will speak

amongst each other and they reply all at once.

Aarina wajhak

"O Allah, show us Your face

nanzor ilaik, so we can stare at you."

"O Allah, show us your face so we can stare at you."

And then Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala reveals His face to them.

And His light would cover them in such a way

that they would forget every pain,

every sadness that they ever encountered.

And every person would be called forth to have

a private conversation with Allah

and no one is going to be left out.

And Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala says,

"O my servant, do you remember that day that you did such,

and such a sin in this Dunya?"

And the servant will say,

"Ya Allah. Didn't you forgive me for that?"

And Allah Subhanahu Wa Ta'ala will say,

"Of course I have,

And it was with my forgiveness

that you reached this level that you are in."

And the Prophet SallAllahu 'Alaihi Wasallam

taught us to say,

Allahumma inni as'aluka lazzatan nazri

idha wajhikal kareem, wa shouqa

"O Allah, I ask you for the pleasure of staring

at your beautiful face and the joy of meeting you."

Yaaa ayyatuhan nafsul mutma 'innah

Irji'eee ilaa Rabbiki raadiyatam mardiyyah

Fadkhulee fee 'ibaadee, Wadkhulee jannatee

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