The Ummah and the Universe: Global Humanity in Islamic Eschatology

Abstract

Islamic eschatology presents a profound vision of the end times, uniting the destiny of the Ummah (global Muslim community) with the broader fate of humanity and the universe. Rooted in the Qur’an and Hadith, this eschatological framework emphasizes themes of divine justice, resurrection, and the transformation of existence, situating the Ummah within a universal paradigm of moral accountability and cosmic renewal (Ibn Kathir, 1997). The concept of Qiyamah (Day of Judgment) reflects the culmination of human history, where all nations, regardless of religious or cultural identity, face divine reckoning (Nasr, 2002). The interconnectedness between the Ummah and the wider world highlights the universality of Islamic eschatology, challenging exclusivist interpretations by incorporating a comprehensive vision of collective spiritual destiny (Rahman, 1980).