The funeral is over. Your family is crying as they walk away. The last shovel of dirt hits your grave. And for the first time in your life, you’re completely, utterly alone. No phone. No distractions. Just you, your deeds, and two angels coming to ask questions that will determine your eternity.
Barzakh is the intermediate realm between death and the Day of Resurrection where every soul experiences either bliss or torment based on their earthly life. Islamic teachings from the Quran and authentic prophetic traditions describe this as a reality every person will face—the questioning by angels, the expansion or constriction of the grave, and a preview of eternal destiny. Understanding Barzakh transforms how Muslims view death, live their lives, and prepare for what comes after their final breath.