Preparing for Sudden Death
Qiyas summary
The text emphasizes the importance of obedience, remembering God, and fulfilling rights as preparation for sudden death.
Excerpt
Dialogues
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: “Sudden death is a relief for the believer, and a cause of regret for the disbeliever.” It is a relief for the believing human being, especially for one who never forgets that he must inevitably meet his Creator. For the disbeliever, however, it is a death of anger and punishment, due to lack of repentance and insistence on disbelief, and we seek refuge in Allah. …
Translated by Qiyas from السياسة — Original source