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Signs of Jesus’ (pbuh)
Second Coming
5. Other Information Related to the End
Times from the Qur’an
The Qur'an, in which God's commands have been preserved in-
tact, is a matchless Book sent by God to guide humanity in all aspects
of life. One of its greatest miracles is that since its revelation, Muslims
of all ages have witnessed that it addresses all of their needs and
solves all of their problems, regardless of time and place.
Some verses, especially those relating the biographies of the
prophets, point to the End Times. Very important secrets might be
found in these verses when one ponders upon them, especially since
God encourages us to pay attention to them, as follows:
There is instruction in their stories for people of intelligence. This
is not a narration that has been invented, but a confirmation of all
that came before, a clarification of everything, and a guidance and
a mercy for people who believe. (Surah Yusuf, 12:111)
Many verses of the Qur'an may have more than one meaning.
They contain signs informing us of events that took place in our
Prophet's (may God bless him and grant him peace) time, and indi-
cate events that will take place in the End Times. The struggle carried
out by the Prophet (may God bless him and grant him peace) and his
Companions, as well as their just practices and lives, also provide in-
valuable recommendations. Each verse abounds with multiple mean-
ings for those who read with attention, for they contain all of the in-
formation that the people need.
In one verse, God draws attention to this feature: "We have sent
down the Book to you making all things clear and as guidance and
mercy and good news for the Muslims" (Surat an-Nahl, 16:89). In
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