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SIGNS OF THE END TIMES IN SURAT AL-KAHF

ing. They will not be helped. (Surah Fussilat, 16)
That is how We repay anyone who is profligate and does not be-
lieve in the Signs of his Lord. The punishment of the Hereafter
is much harsher and longer lasting. (Surah Ta Ha, 127)
The punishment awaiting the unbelievers in Hell is described as
"dreadful." Various descriptions in the Qur'an inform us that such suf-
fering is far more painful than what we experience in this world. For
this reason, people should ponder and fear the punishment in the
Hereafter before they worry about their suffering here, for that fear
could lead them to repent, turn away from denial, and submit to Allah.

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