Question
In the Qur'aan is mentioned the punishment of transforming people into apes and pigs. The Hadith also mentions that this type of punishment will occur in times close to Qiyaamah, especially to people who will be indulging in music and immorality. Does 'apes and pigs have a literal meaning?
Answer
The Hadith and the Qur'aan mentioning Allah's punishment regarding 'apes and pigs' has a literal meaning. In the past during bygone times, people had been transformed into apes. Towards the approach of Qiyaamah such punishment in the literal sense will again occur. Allah Ta'ala has power over all things.
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- The Majlis Vol 20 No 07
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