Yaqeen Ramadan & Dhul Hijjah Series Ep. 18 - "You Owe Me." Free Yourself from Riba and Debt | The Other Side: Barzakh and Beyond
Mar 16, 2025
The discussion delves into the weight of debt and its lingering impact on the soul after death, warning that it can hinder one's journey in the afterlife. The dangers of riba, or interest, are vividly depicted, revealing drastic consequences and moral implications. In contrast, the conversation highlights the uplifting power of charity, showcasing how generosity can enhance wealth in this life and secure a brighter future in the next. It's an intriguing exploration of financial ethics and spiritual wellbeing.
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Live Within Means, Avoid Greed
- Live within your means and only take from this world what you truly need. Avoid growing greed that leads to burying others in debt.
- Manage debts responsibly to prevent burdening others and yourself in this life and beyond.
Debt Detains the Soul After Death
- The Prophet ﷺ said a soul with debt remains suspended until the debt is settled. This can delay the soul's final noble destination and judgment significantly.
- A man killed in battle would not enter paradise if he had unpaid debts, highlighting the serious consequence of financial liabilities after death.
Debt Heats the Grave
- The Prophet ﷺ refrained from the janazah prayer for a deceased owing two dinars until the debt was paid by Abu Qatada ﷺ. Afterwards, he said the deceased's skin cooled from the heat of the debt.
- This illustrates the gravity of unpaid debts impacting one’s spiritual state even after death.