The Moments That Demand Mindfulness

Being in the presence of someone who is dying can be a humbling experience, reminding man of the precious value of life. Unfortunately, this experience is often left to medical staff or funeral homes, but witnessing someone's final moments can be profound. Watching as they take their last breath and seeing the look on their face as the angel of death enters the room can evoke a sense of awe and contemplation. As described by the Prophet (Pbuh), some people may see angels of mercy coming to them, while others may appear to be confronted by something terrifying. Only Allah knows what actually happens during this transition, but those who have been around dying individuals have noticed differences in how people leave this world. The Prophet (Pbuh) would often be present during his companions' dying moments, such as with 'Abu Salamah (RA) and 'Um Salamah (RA). He observed that when the soul leaves the body, the eyes follow the soul, and it is the sunnah to then close the eyelids of the deceased. The Prophet (Pbuh) cautioned against speaking ill of the deceased during this time, as the angels may bear witness and respond with "Ameen." It is important to only speak words of goodness and remembrance during this solemn moment.

A group of angels has just entered the room to take away the soul. It's important to be mindful of the words one say at this moment because the angels will say "Ameen" to that supplication. The Prophet (Pbuh) advised to only say good things because the angels are listening and anything harmful could be taken against the individual. He then made a supplication for the deceased to be forgiven and have his status raised among the pious, his grave expanded and illuminated, and his descendants taken care of. The angels responded with "Ameen". It's essential to remember that not only the deceased and ourselves but also Allah is watching and affected by what one says in these moments. The prayers can be beneficial to the departing soul, and the special angels will respond to them as they take the soul to its final destination in either paradise or a worse place.

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