Gog and Magog: Eschatological Beliefs and Modern Misinformation
Today's sermon clarifies Islamic teachings on the end-times figures, urging believers to rely on authentic sources over social media speculation
In a Friday sermon, a religious scholar gave a detailed talk about Islamic beliefs concerning the end of the world. He focused on the figures known as Gog and Magog.
The scholar explained that, in Islam, Gog and Magog are not monsters. They are understood to be human beings, descended from the Prophets Adam and Noah.
He mentioned that their story is in the Quran. There, they are described as a tribe that spread ruin. A great king, Dhul-Qarnain, built a massive wall to trap them.
The talk also referenced the sayings of Prophet Muhammad. These sayings state that Gog and Magog escaping is one of the major signs that the Day of Judgment is near.
The Sequence of Events
The speaker described a future chain of events based on Islamic teachings:
- First, the False Messiah (Dajjal) will appear and be defeated by Jesus (Prophet Isa).
- After that, the wall containing Gog and Magog will break open.
- They will pour out onto Earth in huge numbers, destroying everything and causing great hunger.
- The true believers, led by Jesus, will hide on a mountain for safety.
- God will then destroy Gog and Magog not with an army, but by sending a plague of tiny creatures. After they are gone, God will cleanse the Earth.
A Warning About Social Media
A big part of the sermon was a warning. The scholar told people not to believe the wild stories and fake news about Gog and Magog they see on social media like Facebook or YouTube.
He stressed that Muslims should learn about their faith from reliable scholars and from the Quran and the authentic sayings of the Prophet. He advised people to ignore scary online rumors.
Key Points to Remember
The sermon ended by listing the main ideas for people to take away:
- Gog and Magog are humans, created by God.
- They are still trapped, and their release is a sign of the final days.
- Their destruction will be by God’s command, showing His ultimate power.
- After they are gone, there will be a time of peace and safety on Earth before the final Day of Judgment arrives.
