How Do You Do Good Deeds That Reward A Muslim After Death?
Anyone who has ever been on an out-of-town journey would testify to the pre-travel stress and jitters. One aspect of the preparations is to make sure that the packing is done properly and that the travel arrangements are adequately made. Another aspect of planning a journey, however, is to ensure that everything the traveler leaves behind, from his belongings, to his family, to his house, is well protected and cared for, until he returns. This analogy can be appropriately applied to the life of a believer. Not only does he prepare for his journey to the Akhirah which begins with his death, but he also ensures that what he leaves behind in the world is also beneficial for him after he has gone. “Whatever is with you, will be exhausted, and whatever is with Allah (of good deeds) will remain.” [Qur’an – Surah Al-Nahl 16:96] Allah’s Messenger [صلی اللہ علیہ وسلم] said: “When a man dies, his good deeds come to an end except three: ongoi
