Does a dying person see what the living do not see before their death?
Source: FtawySummarized from the full answer at Ftawy · imported Sep 2, 2026
We have no definitive proof regarding the descent of angels upon the dying person. However, Ibn al-Qayyim mentioned that angels descend upon the dying person, who sees them with his own eyes, and with them are shrouds and perfumes, either from Paradise or Hell. They (the angels) say "Amin" to the supplications of those present. They may also greet the dying person, who responds to them with his words, gestures, or heart. Some dying individuals have been heard welcoming the angels, and Al-Qurtubi mentioned something similar.
Summarized from the full answer at Ftawy · imported
Read the full answer on Ftawyhttps://ftawy.com/en/questions/147128
Where this answer came from
- Source platform
- Ftawy
- Original fatwa ID
- 147128
- Imported
- Translation status
- Source text, unreviewed
- Read the full ruling
- Read the full answer on Ftawy