Human history has witnessed countless leaders, empires, philosophers, and prophets but no trial will ever compare to the arrival of Dajjal, known in Islam as al-Masih ad-Dajjal, the False Messiah. His appearance near the end of time will mark the beginning of the most catastrophic spiritual and global crisis humanity has ever faced. Dajjal will not come with armies and weapons alone; he will come with deception, psychological influence, manipulation, false miracles, and promises of a utopian world, convincing millions to follow him. His mission will not be to spread peace, but to deceive mankind and challenge their belief in the Oneness of Allah.
Throughout history, societies have always been fascinated with the idea of an ultimate deceiver i.e. a charismatic but evil figure claiming to offer salvation. Christians refer to him as the Antichrist, Jews call him the false messiah, and Islam gives the most thorough and accurate description of his character, appearance, actions, global system, and eventual defeat. This inter-religious consistency shows that the rise of the False Messiah is not only an Islamic warning, but a shared prophecy across Abrahamic faiths, proving that this danger is real and universal.
The modern world that is dominated by materialism, artificial intelligence, blind social influence, godless ideologies, and spiritual emptiness, is becoming more vulnerable to such deception. Dajjal’s arrival will not simply be a battle of physical power; it will be a clash between truth and illusion, faith and falseness, loyalty to God and worship of the world. He will exploit human weakness such as poverty, fear, desire, fame, miracles, and technology to take control over minds and hearts.
The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) warned his Ummah repeatedly because the fitnah (trial) of Dajjal will be so overwhelming that only those with strong belief, knowledge, and connection to Allah will remain protected. His claim to divinity will misguide kings, governments, scholars, ordinary citizens, and even people who once believed in revelation.
To understand Dajjal is to recognize how to protect oneself from him. This blog is not just a historical or theological analysis it is a spiritual preparation, a survival guide, and a reminder of the seriousness of the end times. By studying the authentic descriptions from the Quran and Hadith, and understanding the connection with Christian and Jewish eschatology, we can identify the False Messiah long before he arrives and safeguard our Iman, our families, and our future.
Who is Dajjal in Islam?
Dajjal, known as Masih ad-Dajjal, is a dangerous human deceiver who will emerge near the end of time as the greatest trial ever faced by humanity. He will present himself as a savior during a period of global chaos, when the world is drowning in war, poverty, corruption, economic collapse, and moral decay. Step by step, he will elevate his false status: first claiming to be a righteous reformer, then a prophet, and ultimately claiming to be God Himself. His purpose is not leadership or peace, but misguidance, manipulation, and the destruction of true faith.
Islam describes him not as a mythical creature but as a real person who will walk the earth, speak to people, perform supernatural feats, and build a global system of deception that will attract millions. His sweet speech, wealth distribution, promises of comfort, and illusions of miracles will create a psychological and spiritual test unlike anything that has ever existed.
What makes Dajjal exceptionally dangerous is not simply his power but his ability to disguise evil as good and falsehood as truth. He will exploit the deepest human weaknesses: fear, hunger, loneliness, desire, insecurity, and the pursuit of success. He will present himself as the answer to the suffering of the world, yet he will lead people into spiritual destruction.
The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) repeatedly warned his Ummah because even some Muslims with weak belief will follow Dajjal. Only those with strong Tawheed (belief in Allah alone), deep religious understanding, and awareness of his descriptions will recognize his lies. His physical appearance will expose him i.e. a one-eyed man with the word Kafir (disbeliever) written between his eyes, readable by every sincere believer regardless of literacy.
Dajjal embodies the ultimate falsehood, the final struggle between:
- Iman (faith) vs deception
- Truth vs illusion
- Worship of Allah vs worship of worldly comfort
Understanding who Dajjal is in Islam is not merely academic, it is a spiritual shield. Because when he appears, the test will not be about intelligence or social status, but about the strength of one’s belief and trust in Allah.
Physical description of Dajjal
The Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said:
Arabic:
اِنَّهُ اَعْوَرُ وَاِنَّ رَبَّكُمْ لَيْسَ بِاَعْوَرَ
Transliteration: Innahu aawar, wa inna rabbakum laisa bi aawar.
English Translation: “He is one-eyed, and your Lord is not one-eyed.” – Sahih Bukhari
One more characteristic include:
Arabic:
مَكْتُوْبٌ بَيْنَ عَيْنَيْهِ كَافِرٌ
Transliteration: Maktubun bain aainayhi kafir.
English Translation: “Written between his eyes will be the word Kafir (disbeliever).” – Sahih Muslim
Dajjal in the Quran
Although Dajjal is not mentioned by name in the Quran, many verses describe deceptive forces, false gods, and trials of faith that apply to him.
Arabic:
فَمَن يَكْفُرْ بِالطَّاغُوتِ وَيُؤْمِن بِاللَّهِ فَقَدِ اسْتَمْسَكَ بِالْعُرْوَةِ الْوُثْقَى
Transliteration: Faman yakfur bit taghoot wa yu’min billah faqad istamsaka bil urwatil wuthqa.
English Translation: “Whoever rejects false gods and believes in Allah has grasped the firmest handhold.” – Surah Baqarah 256
Dajjal represents the ultimate taghoot (false god).
Hadith about the Danger of Dajjal
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) warned humanity repeatedly:
Arabic:
مَا بَيْنَ خَلْقِ آدَمَ إِلَى قِيَامِ السَّاعَةِ فِتْنَةٌ أَعْظَمُ مِنَ الدَّجَّالِ
Transliteration: Ma baina khalqi Adam ila qiyamis saa’a fitnatun a’adhamu minad Dajjal.
English Translation: “There has been no trial greater from the creation of Adam until the Hour than the trial of Dajjal.” – Sahih Muslim
Where is Dajjal now?
Islamic scholars and authentic narrations indicate that Dajjal is already alive and has been kept in a mysterious location, restrained until the time Allah allows his emergence. A famous hadith mentions an island where he was seen by the companion Tamim ad-Dari, proving his existence even during the Prophet’s lifetime. His current concealment is part of the divine plan, and when the world becomes spiritually weak and morally broken, he will be released to begin his deception.
The Followers of Dajjal
Dajjal will attract followers not by truth, but by fulfilling desires i.e. wealth, power, comfort, and worldly success. His strongest supporters will be people of weak faith, atheists, hypocrites, materialists, and those who worship dunya rather than Allah. Even some who once believed will fall into his trap because they never strengthened their iman. His deception works because he promises everything the nafs desires but at the price of eternal loss.
Connection to Christianity and Judaism: Dajjal vs Antichrist
Islam, Christianity, and Judaism all warn of a false messiah in the end times:
| Religion | End-Time Deceiver | Claim |
| Islam | Dajjal (False Messiah) | Claims divinity |
| Christianity | Antichrist | Claims to be Christ |
| Judaism | False Messiah | Claims Messiahship |
Islam teaches that all prophets warned their nations about the great trial of the False Messiah (Dajjal), not only the final Prophet Muhammad (SAW). Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said:
Arabic:
مَا بُعِثَ نَبِيٌّ إِلَّا أَنْذَرَ أُمَّتَهُ مِنَ الدَّجَّالِ
Transliteration: Ma bu’itha nabiyyun illa anzara ummatahu minad-Dajjal.
English Translation: “There has not been a single prophet who was not sent except that he warned his nation about the Dajjal.” – Sahih Bukhari & Sahih Muslim
According to Islam, Adam, Idris (Enoch), and Nuh (Noah), as well as every prophet after them, warned their people about the coming of Dajjal. Here is a brief list of prophets who warned about Dajjal:
| Prophet | Did he warn about Dajjal? | Notes |
| Adam (AS) | ✔ Yes | Mentioned in hadith, prophets were informed of Dajjal from the beginning |
| Idris (Enoch) (AS) | ✔ Yes | As one of the earliest warners of deception and falsehood |
| Nuh (Noah) (AS) | ✔ Yes | Strongly warned his nation for centuries about end-time corruption and deception |
| Ibrahim (Abraham) (AS) | ✔ Yes | Taught his descendants to avoid idol worship and false god figures |
| Musa (Moses) (AS) | ✔ Yes | Warned Bani Israel about false messiahs |
| Isa (Jesus) (AS) | ✔ Yes | Gave the most detailed pre-Islam warnings before Muhammad (SAW) |
Although the scriptures of many prophets do not name Dajjal directly in today’s preserved texts, they warned about:
- A deceiver at the end of time
- A false messiah claiming divine status
- A leader who misguides humanity through miracles and lies
This aligns with the Dajjal description in Islam and the Antichrist prophecy in Christianity. Although each tradition has unique details, Islam presents a more complete timeline, including his physical description, actions, death, and who will defeat him.
Where Will Dajjal Appear From?
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said:
Arabic:
يَخْرُجُ الدَّجَّالُ مِنْ خُرَاسَان
Transliteration: Yakhruju ad-Dajjal min Khurasan.
English Translation: “Dajjal will emerge from the region of Khurasan.” – Jami At-Tirmidhi
He will travel the whole world except Makkah and Madinah, because angels will guard these cities.
How Long Will Dajjal Stay on Earth?
Prophet Muhammad (SAW) said he will remain for 40 days:
- 1 day like a year
- 1 day like a month
- 1 day like a week
- Remaining days like normal days
Dajjal’s time on earth will be unlike the normal passing of days. Prophet Muhammad (SAW) informed us that he will stay for 40 days, where the first day will feel like a year, the second like a month, the third like a week, and the remaining days like regular days. This mysterious time distortion highlights the severity and abnormal nature of his trial, reminding believers to stay firm and prepared through strong faith and knowledge.
Powers and Deceptions of Dajjal
Dajjal will appear to perform miracles to deceive humanity:
- Bring apparent rain
- Make crops grow
- Control wealth
- Bring apparent dead back to life (illusion)
- Heaven and Hell illusion (his heaven will actually be hell)
He will reward those who follow him and punish those who reject him as it will be a test for weak hearts and weak belief.
Who Will Kill Dajjal?
Dajjal will be defeated by Prophet Isa (Jesus) son of Mary when he returns to Earth.
Arabic:
فَيَقْتُلُهُ عِيسَى ابْنُ مَرْيَمَ
Transliteration: Fayaqtuluhu Isa ibn Maryam.
English Translation: “Isa son of Mary will kill him.” – Sahih Muslim
Islam restores the true image of Jesus:
- Not God
- Not the son of God
- Not crucified
- Messenger of Allah
- Returns to restore justice and break the cross
This directly connects to Christianity and shows the final confrontation between the true Messiah (Isa) and the False Messiah (Dajjal).
Where will Dajjal be killed?
Dajjal will be killed by Prophet Isa (Jesus), son of Mary, after his return to Earth. The final confrontation will take place at the Gate of Ludd (Lod) or Bab Lud in present-day Palestine, where Isa (AS) will strike him with a spear or weapon and destroy him instantly. With his death, the deception and global system of falsehood he created will collapse, marking the victory of truth and justice.
Cities Dajjal Will Visit and Avoid
Dajjal will travel across the world at extraordinary speed, entering every city and every region, spreading deception globally. However, he will never be able to enter Makkah and Madinah, because they are protected by angels guarding every pathway. Believers will flee to these two sacred cities for safety, and Dajjal will rage in anger when he is unable to enter them, shaking the earth outside their borders.
How to Protect Yourself from Dajjal
Below are some important ways that you can follow to protect yourself from Dajjal:
- Recite Surah Kahf (first 10 verses) weekly
- Make Dua for protection
- Strengthen belief in Tawheed
- Avoid materialistic love of dunya
Dua for protection from Dajjal
Recite the below dua for protection from the great deceiver:
Arabic:
اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنْ فِتْنَةِ الْمَسِيحِ الدَّجَّالِ
Transliteration: Allahumma inni aoodhu bika min fitnatil Masih ad-Dajjal.
English Translation: “O Allah, I seek Your protection from the trial of the False Messiah.”
Signs before the Arrival of Dajjal
Below are some significant signs before the arrival of the false Messiah:
- Widespread immorality and corruption
- Religious ignorance
- Materialism and obsession with wealth
- Inflation and economic collapse
- Leaders who betray trust
- Loss of modesty
- Natural disasters and global conflicts
- People questioning if God exists
These signs match today’s world trends, making Islamic prophecies more relevant than ever.
How to Teach Children and Youth about Dajjal
Children should not be frightened with harsh descriptions but educated gently with age-appropriate knowledge. Explain that Dajjal is a deceiver who will come near the end of time, and that those who love Allah, follow the Prophet, and pray regularly will always be protected. Encourage young people to memorize the first ten verses of Surah Kahf and to choose truth even when it is hard. Teaching confidence in Allah is more important than teaching fear of Dajjal.
How to defeat Dajjal
Dajjal in Islam is not just a story, it is a real future event, a warning, and a test for believers. While many faiths describe a deceiving figure called the Antichrist or False Messiah, Islam gives humanity the most complete roadmap to recognize and defeat him through faith, Quran, and following the teachings of Prophet Muhammad (SAW).
The greatest preparation is not physical strength or technology, it is strong belief in Allah, correct understanding of religion, and rejection of falsehood no matter how attractive it appears.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dajjal alive today?
According to many scholars, yes, he is alive and will appear near the end of time.
Can Dajjal force people to follow him?
He will tempt and pressure them, but true believers will resist.
Will children be deceived by Dajjal?
Yes, many weak believers will fall for his illusions.
Will technology be involved?
It is possible but his power is beyond technology, it is a supernatural trial.
Who is safe from Dajjal?
Those who have strong faith, know Surah Kahf, and understand his reality.
