Why does one go through the stages of reckoning on the Day of Judgment when one already knows one's destiny beforehand?
Regarding the reason why a servant awaits on the Day of Judgment and goes through the stages of reckoning despite knowing their fate, it can be said:
Firstly: The terror of the Hour makes a person forget what they experienced in the (interim period).
Secondly: What they witness on the Day of Judgment makes them yearn for salvation, so they argue on their own behalf.
Thirdly: The Day of Judgment is a day of reckoning, and it is necessary for Allah to establish proof against His creation and to reproach them with their sins until they acknowledge His justice.
Fourthly: It reveals the greatness of Allah's grace upon the believers and His justice with the disbelievers.
Fifthly: The terrors and stages serve as expiation for some of the people of faith.
Sixthly: It demonstrates the greatness of Allah Almighty and the truthfulness of His messengers.
Seventhly: It is the Day of Retribution among creatures.
Eighthly: Allah Almighty possesses perfect wisdom in honoring His allies and humiliating His enemies before all creation.
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