Prayer Times“Kirâmen Kâtibîn,” meaning “noble scribes,” refers to the angels who are present with every person and are tasked with recording their deeds in the book of deeds. The Qur’an states: “Yet, over you are watchers, noble scribes (Kirâmen Kâtibîn), who know whatever you do.” (al-Infitar, 82/11-12) These angels, also called “Hafaza” or “Raqib and Atid,” are described in the verses as not only recording deeds but also as witnesses to people’s actions on the Day of Judgment: “The Trumpet will be blown. That is the Day of the Threat that was promised. Every soul will come with a driver and a witness (angel).” (Qaf, 50/20-21) On the other hand, Islamic scholars have stated that it is not possible to definitively explain how these angels perform the task of writing or recording.
Source: T.C. Diyanet İşleri Başkanlığı, Din İşleri Yüksek Kurulu
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