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How can one enter Paradise without reckoning or torment, or standing on the Plain of Gathering?

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Whoever strives to embody the characteristics of those who enter Paradise without reckoning or punishment, will enter it by Allah's grace and mercy. However, exiting the grave directly into Paradise without passing through the Plain of Gathering (Ard al-Mahshar) does not occur, because the gathering includes everyone. Allah Almighty says: "And [mention, O Muhammad], the Day We will move the mountains and you will see the earth prominent, and We will gather them and not leave behind anyone of them."

The difference among people on the Day of Gathering lies in the manner of their gathering and its effect. Some will be honored and spared, like the righteous, while others will be humiliated and punished, like the criminals.

Some of Allah's servants will not be alarmed or grieve on the Day of Resurrection. These are the allies of the Most Merciful (Awliya ar-Rahman) who believed and acted in obedience to Him. The angels will receive them and reassure their hearts, and the great terror will not grieve them. Rather, a caller from the Most Merciful will proclaim, reassuring them: "O My servants, no fear will be upon you this Day, nor will you grieve."

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