Why would they be able to hear or see us? They're dead, isn't that explanation enough? To make the point even clearer, when people die, and are buried or cremated, they are questioned by the two angels about their faith. The answer to those questions, and their worldly affairs either make their graves a gateway to heaven, or the stepping stone of hell. A pious man's grave is expanded to as far as his sight can go, windows of paradise are opened in his grave for the cool breeze to fill the grave, a hoor sits right in front of the man shy and docile, and she's so pretty that just admiring her beauty keeps the man occupied till the day of judgment is established, his grave is a delight for him. On the other hand, a sinner's grave is filled with the vilest creatures such as snakes and scorpions that bite and sting him, and thrust him into deeper and deeper layers of the earth, his grave is constricted so much that his ribs come together like a hair-clip, the sight of hell is always near him so that he's well aware where he's headed when the day of judgment is finally established. All these scenarios have been mentioned in various ahadeeth. I can't give the reference right now.
Thus, when people die, they are either in a state of eternal bliss or endless horror. They have no time or interest in seeing or even hearing what their relatives are doing. I use this same argument with Muslims who encourage dargahs (grave worship).
No real doubts there.
I hope this helps.
If Allah helps you, none can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, who is there after Him that can help you? And in Allah (Alone) let believers put their trust.
Surah Ale Imran : 160
It was narrated that Anas ibn Maalik (may Allaah be pleased with him) said:
The Prophet (blessings and peace of Allaah be upon him) climbed up Uhud, accompanied by Abu Bakr, ‘Umar and ‘Uthmaan, and the mountain shook with them. He struck it with his foot and said: “Stand firm, O Uhud, for there is no one on you but a Prophet or a Siddeeq or two martyrs.”
Narrated by al-Bukhaari (3483)
Allah (Subhaanahu Wa Taala) does not inspire seeking forgiveness in a slave whom he wishes to punish.
im just confused about people who ask deceased saints to pray for them, please can someone explain this to me?? I cant find it written anywhere yet people think its ok
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