The Beast of the Earth "The Dabbah" and Its Role in the End Times According to Islam

The Beast of the Earth "The Dabbah" and Its Role in the End Times According to Islam

In Islamic eschatology, the Beast (Arabic: دابة الأرض, Dabbat al-Ard) is one of the most significant signs of the end times or Aakhirah. Its appearance is described in both the Quran and Hadith, and it plays a crucial role in the events leading up to the Day of Judgment (Yawm al-Qiyamah). This article delves into the Quranic and Hadith references to the beast, its role, and its theological implications in Islam. The Quranic Reference to the Beast The Quran mentions the Beast in Surah An-Naml (27:82), stating:  "And when the word is decreed for them, We will bring forth for them a creature from the earth, speaking to them, because the people did not believe in Our signs." (Quran, 27:82) This verse refers to the Dabbat al-Ard, a creature that will emerge from the earth as one of the major signs signaling the approach of Yawm al-Qiyamah. The beast will have the ability to speak, and it will communicate the truth about people's faith, distinguishing between the believers and disb…