The Life of the Prophets in Their Graves (During Mi'raj)

According to Islamic creed (Aqidah), Allah the Almighty has granted a special status to His Prophets and Messengers. Even after their death, they are blessed with a unique form of life—unlike the ordinary life of people in their graves. This is known as “Hayat al-Anbiya fi Quburihim”—meaning “the life of the prophets in their graves.”

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

“The prophets are alive in their graves, and they offer prayers.”

(Sunan Abu Dawood)

Anas ibn Malik (RA) narrated that the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) said:

“The prophets are alive in their graves and they pray.”

(Abu Ya’la: 3425; authenticated by Shaykh Albani in Silsilah as-Saheehah: 621)

This is clear evidence that the lives of the prophets do not end with death. Rather, Allah grants them an honored and luminous life within their graves.

🔹 Characteristics of This Grave Life Include:

The prophets continue to engage in worship within their graves.

They respond to the salutations (Salam and Durud) sent to them by their followers.

Their graves are transformed into gardens from the gardens of Paradise.

This teaches us that the status of the prophets is not limited to this worldly life—it continues even after death. Sending Durud and Salam upon them is not only a blessed act, but also a sign of our love for them.

In conclusion:

Loving the prophets is a part of faith (Iman). Holding the correct beliefs regarding their status and position is a religious obligation. Knowing about the special life granted to them in their graves strengthens our faith and increases our enthusiasm to follow the Sunnah.