What is the ruling on wishing for death?
Wishing for death due to worldly afflictions such as illness and poverty is not permissible, as the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) forbade it. This indicates a form of objection to Allah's decree and a deprivation of good deeds. However, wishing for martyrdom is desirable, as is wishing for death when fearing religious tribulation.
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