Gog and Magog (Ya’juj wa Ma’juj) are mysterious tribes mentioned in the Quran and Hadith as a major sign of the Day of Judgment. They will be released before the end of time, spreading chaos and destruction. But who are they? Where are they now? And what will happen when they are released? Let's explore their story with references from the Quran and Hadith.
Who Are Gog and Magog?
Gog and Magog are described as corrupting and destructive forces that will appear before the Last Hour. They are human tribes that have existed since ancient times and are currently trapped behind a barrier built by a just king, Dhul-Qarnayn.
Quranic Reference:
“They said: ‘O Dhul-Qarnayn! Indeed, Gog and Magog are spreading corruption in the land. Shall we then pay you a tribute in order that you might build a barrier between us and them?’”
(Surah Al-Kahf 18:94)
Dhul-Qarnayn and the Barrier of Gog and Magog
Dhul-Qarnayn, a righteous king blessed with power and knowledge, traveled to different parts of the world. When he reached a region between two mountains, the people requested his help.
The Building of the Barrier
- Dhul-Qarnayn used iron and molten copper to construct a massive barrier between two mountains.
- The barrier was so strong that Gog and Magog could neither climb over it nor dig through it.
Quranic Reference:
“So they could neither scale it nor dig through it. [Dhul-Qarnayn] said, ‘This is a mercy from my Lord. But when the promise of my Lord comes, He will level it to the ground, and the promise of my Lord is always true.’”
(Surah Al-Kahf 18:97-98)
The Release of Gog and Magog: A Major Sign of the End Times
Before the Day of Judgment, Allah will break the barrier, releasing Gog and Magog upon the world. Their numbers will be so vast that they will consume all resources and attack people.
Hadith Reference:
“Gog and Magog will be released, and they will descend from every slope. The first of them will pass by Lake Tiberias and drink all of its water, and when the last of them passes, they will say, ‘There was once water here.’”
(Sahih Muslim 2937)
How Will Gog and Magog Be Defeated?
No human force will be able to stop them, not even Prophet Isa (Jesus, AS), who will have returned by that time. Instead, Allah will send a divine punishment to destroy them.
Hadith Reference:
“Allah will send worms in their necks, and they will die like locusts piled up on one another.”
(Sahih Muslim 2937)
Once they are destroyed, their bodies will cover the earth, and Allah will send birds to carry them away. Then, heavy rain will cleanse the land from their corruption.
Lessons from the Story of Gog and Magog
- Allah’s Decree is Absolute: The release of Gog and Magog is a test for humanity.
- The Importance of Patience and Faith: Believers will be protected by their faith and reliance on Allah.
- Signs of the End Times are Real: Their story is a reminder of the certainty of the Last Day.
Conclusion
Gog and Magog (Ya’juj wa Ma’juj) are a major sign of the Day of Judgment, as mentioned in the Quran and Hadith. They are currently trapped behind a barrier, but when Allah wills, they will be released, causing great destruction before being wiped out by divine intervention.
Key Takeaways:
- ✔️ Gog and Magog are real human tribes mentioned in Surah Al-Kahf and Surah Al-Anbiya.
- ✔️ Dhul-Qarnayn built a massive barrier to contain them.
- ✔️ They will be released before the Last Hour, causing destruction.
- ✔️ Prophet Isa (AS) will be present, but only Allah will destroy them.
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