The Signs of the End Times in Islam and Christianity

The concept of the End Times exists in both Islam and Christianity, and both religions describe various signs that indicate its approach. While there are similarities in these descriptions, there are also significant differences. This article will explore these signs in detail based on the Holy Quran, Hadith, and the Holy Bible.

1. Signs of the End Times in Islam

(A) Minor Signs of Qiyamah

The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned numerous minor signs that would occur before the major events of the Last Day. Many of these signs have already appeared.

1. Time will pass quickly – Years will feel like months, and months like weeks. (Sahih Bukhari)
2. Widespread immorality and fornication – People will openly commit sinful acts. (Sahih Muslim)
3. Increase in murder and killing – The Prophet (PBUH) said, “The Hour will not come until murder increases.” (Bukhari, Muslim)
4. Disobedience to parents – Children will rebel against their parents and treat them with disrespect.
5. Lying and dishonesty will become common – Truthfulness will disappear, and deception will become the norm. (Ahmad, Ibn Majah)
6. Women will outnumber men – The Prophet (PBUH) said that the number of women would increase so much that there would be one man for every 50 women. (Bukhari, Muslim)
7. Spread of interest (Riba) and illegal wealth – People will consume haram (forbidden) wealth and will not care about the source of their earnings. (Sunan Ibn Majah)
8. Increased natural disasters – There will be more earthquakes, floods, and plagues. (Sahih Bukhari)
9. Loss of knowledge and scholars – True religious scholars will disappear, and ignorance will spread. (Bukhari, Muslim)
10. The construction of tall buildings – The Prophet (PBUH) said, “You will see barefoot shepherds competing in constructing tall buildings.” (Bukhari, Muslim)

(B) Major Signs of Qiyamah

Once the minor signs have largely appeared, ten major signs will take place, which will signal the imminent arrival of the Day of Judgment.

1. Appearance of Dajjal (The Antichrist) –

   • A one-eyed deceiver who will claim to be divine.
   • He will perform false miracles and lead people astray.
   • He will rule for 40 days, where one day will feel like a year, one like a month, and one like a week. (Muslim, Tirmidhi)

2. The Return of Prophet Isa (Jesus, PBUH) –

   • Jesus (PBUH) will return and kill Dajjal near Damascus, Syria.
   • He will establish peace and justice in the world. (Bukhari, Muslim)

3. Emergence of Ya’juj and Ma’juj (Gog and Magog) –

   • Corrupt nations will break free and cause chaos. (Quran 18:94-98, 21:96-97)
   • They will be destroyed by divine punishment.

4. The Smoke (Dukhan) –

   • A thick smoke will cover the earth, affecting both believers and disbelievers. (Quran 44:10-11)

5. The Beast (Dabbat al-Ard) –

   • A strange creature will emerge and speak to people. (Quran 27:82)

6. The Sun will rise from the West –

   • Once this occurs, repentance will no longer be accepted. (Bukhari, Muslim)

7. Three major landslides –

   • One in the East.
   • One in the West.
   • One in the Arabian Peninsula. (Hadith: Muslim)

8. A great fire will emerge from Yemen –

   • It will drive people towards the place of gathering for Judgment. (Hadith: Bukhari, Muslim)

9. The Final Trumpet (Sur) will be blown –

   • The first trumpet will destroy all living beings.
   • The second trumpet will resurrect all souls for judgment. (Quran 39:68)

2. Signs of the End Times in Christianity (The Holy Bible)

Christianity also has a series of events that will occur before the Second Coming of Jesus Christ.

(A) Signs of the Last Days in the Bible

1. Increase in wars and conflicts –

   • “You will hear of wars and rumors of wars, but see to it that you are not alarmed.” (Matthew 24:6)

2. Rise of false prophets –

   • Many will claim to be the Messiah and deceive people. (Matthew 24:24)

3. Widespread immorality and sin –

   • People will become lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God. (2 Timothy 3:1-5)

4. Earthquakes, famines, and plagues –

   • These disasters will be like birth pains before the final judgment. (Luke 21:11)

5. The Gospel will be preached to the whole world –

   • Only after this will the end come. (Matthew 24:14)

(B) The Major Events of the End Times

1. The Antichrist (Dajjal equivalent) –

   • A powerful deceiver who will set up a false rule. (2 Thessalonians 2:3-4)

2. The Great Tribulation –

   • A period of suffering before Jesus’ return. (Matthew 24:21)

3. The Second Coming of Jesus Christ –

   • “They will see the Son of Man coming on the clouds with great power and glory.” (Matthew 24:30)

4. The Resurrection of the Dead –

   • “For the trumpet will sound, the dead will be raised, and we will be changed.” (1 Corinthians 15:52)

5. The Final Judgment –

   • The righteous will enter heaven.
   • The wicked will be punished in eternal fire. (Revelation 20:12-15)

6. New Heaven and New Earth –

   • “Then I saw a new heaven and a new earth.” (Revelation 21:1)

3. Similarities and Differences Between Islam and Christianity

Conclusion

Both Islam and Christianity provide clear signs of the End Times. They share common themes such as:

• A false messiah (Dajjal/Antichrist).
• The return of Jesus (Isa, PBUH).
• Wars, disasters, and moral decline.
• The Final Judgment where people will be judged for their deeds.

While the sequence of events may differ, both religions emphasize faith, righteousness, and preparation for the Hereafter.