Scenes of the Resurrection according to the commentators of the Twelver Shi'a - Al-Tusi, Al-Tabarsi, and Al-Tabataba'i

Abstract

The Holy Quran mentions numerous scenes of the Day of Resurrection, sometimes in detail and sometimes in general terms. The Quran was keen to describe these scenes because of their psychological and educational impact, which motivates people to reflect, reconsider, and correct their actions.

This research is divided into seven sections, each addressing a scene of the Day of Resurrection through presentation, analysis, and an explanation of the views of Shia Imami scholars such as al-Tusi, al-Tabarsi, and al-Tabataba'i, along with the texts and narrations they cited in their works.

The research reached several conclusions, including that there are two gatherings on the Day of Resurrection, not one: a gathering from the grave to the place of judgment, and another gathering to Hell. The scene of heads being bowed reflects the turmoil that afflicts the disbelievers and criminals when they stand before God for judgment and witness these momentous scenes. They will appear broken and deeply ashamed of their transgressions in this world, bowing their heads in humiliation, regret, and remorse.