Prayer TimesIt is possible to see our Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream. There are several hadiths about this. In general, seeing the Messenger of Allah in a dream brings many benefits. Here are some of them:
1. Whoever sees our Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream, it is considered a true dream. The person who sees the Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream has truly seen him, because although Satan can take on any form, he cannot take on the form of the Messenger of Allah. Regarding this, it is narrated in a hadith: "Whoever sees me in a dream has truly seen me, for Satan cannot take my form." However, some scholars say that this is only a true dream if the Prophet (ﷺ) is seen with his authentic characteristics.
2. The person who sees him in a dream will also see him while awake. In the hadith: "Whoever sees me in a dream will see me while awake, or it will be as if he has seen me while awake." However, this is a matter of scholarly debate. Some scholars say the person will see the Prophet’s (ﷺ) light, while others say it refers to seeing him on the Day of Judgment.
3. Whoever sees the Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream will have a good end to their life. Also, if the person who sees the Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream is poor, Allah will bless his wealth. If he is distressed, his sorrow will be removed. If he is ill, he will find healing, and there are many other benefits as well. However, seeing the Prophet (ﷺ) in a dream does not make a person a Companion (sahabi).
Seeing the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) in a dream is a great blessing and happiness. May Allah not deprive us of seeing the Prophet in this world and the next! May Allah grant every Muslim the blessing of seeing the Prophet (ﷺ) in their dreams!
Medet Kurmashuly
"Iman" magazine, No. 9, 2024
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