The Light and Abundant Water of the Pool of Kawthar
A core element of Islamic belief is the afterlife, a consequence where believers will be held accountable for their actions on the Day of Judgment. One important symbol of this hopeful anticipation is the Pool of Kawthar belonging to our Prophet (peace and blessings upon him). As mentioned in the work of Geylani, the Pool of Kawthar is a blessed source of water that those who attain the intercession of the Prophet on the Day of Judgment will drink from. Described as having a width equivalent to the distance between Aden and Amman, its waters are as white as milk, as cold as snow, and as sweet as honey, possessing the power to quench thirst eternally. Reaching the Pool of Kawthar is possible by fulfilling the necessities of faith; it is a reality that those who do not adhere to the Quran and fall into innovations will be deprived of this blessed water, thus reminding us of the importance of the afterlife and the necessity of remaining steadfast on the right path.
The Scale (Mizan): The Arbiter Where Actions are Weighed
Holding believers accountable for their actions by Allah Almighty on the Day of Judgment is a fundamental element of Islamic belief. The Mizan, or scale, which plays an important role in this calculation, is the divine instrument that will be set up to weigh actions. As emphasized in Geylani’s work, this scale does not only represent the concept of justice; it also expresses the concrete evaluation of a person’s good and bad deeds. Faith, with the declaration of faith (shahada), contributes to the scale weighing heavily, while shirk (associating partners with Allah) causes lightness. This demonstrates the importance of faith and the weight of the belief in oneness in human life; because the correctness of intention and action in this world directly affects the afterlife.
The Day of Reckoning: A Hope for Forgiveness
The reckoning in the afterlife instills a sense of responsibility in believers while also offering hope for Allah’s forgiveness. According to a hadith narrated from Abdullah bin Umar (may Allah be pleased with him), when a servant acknowledges his actions, Allah Almighty has concealed and now forgiven his sins. This indicates the existence of a merciful Lord despite human imperfections. However, this forgiveness is possible through sincere repentance and good deeds. Unbelievers are sent to Hell without being held accountable, while some believers wait on the A’raf (a barrier between Paradise and Hell) and are accepted into Paradise according to Allah’s will. This shows that destiny plays an important role in the afterlife, while also reminding a believer to always remain hopeful; because the final decision is in the hands of Allah Almighty.