all Prophets (SAW) are alive in their graves. Could you please explain in what ways they are alive?
Question
In one of your fatwahs you mentioned that all Prophets (SAW) are alive in their graves. Could you please explain in what ways they are alive? ZazakAllah Khair
Answer
The bodies of the Prophets are preserved and remain intact in the grave. This is mentioned by Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam] himself and is authentically proven. The Prophets are also alive in their graves.
We do not know the reality and exact nature of the life of the Prophets [alayhis salaam] in their graves. However, it is mentioned in the Hadith that when a person comes to visit Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam] and greets Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam], he (Rasulullah) hears the greeting and also replies to the greeting. When a person sends greetings to Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam] from far, the angels carry that salaams and convey it to Rasulullah [sallallaahu alayhi wasallam].
and Allah Ta'ala Knows Best
Mufti Ebrahim Desai
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