- By Future Minutes 20-Mar-2023
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Kayamat" is a term used in some South Asian languages, including Hindi and Urdu, to refer to the end of the world or the Day of Judgment in Islamic eschatology. The symbols associated with Kayamat vary depending on cultural and religious traditions.
In Islamic tradition, there are several symbols associated with the end of the world, which are described in Islamic eschatological texts such as the Quran and the Hadith. Some of these symbols include:
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The appearance of the Dajjal (the Antichrist)
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The descent of Jesus (Isa) from heaven
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The blowing of the trumpet (Sūr)
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The appearance of the beast (Al-dabbah)
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The sun rising from the west
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The emergence of Gog and Magog (Yajuj and Majuj)
In Hinduism, there are also various symbols associated with the end of the world, which are described in Hindu scriptures such as the Puranas. Some of these symbols include:
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The appearance of Kalki, the final incarnation of Lord Vishnu
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The destruction of the universe by fire (Pralaya)
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The release of the demon, Kalnemi
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The arrival of the comet, Lohitanga
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The swallowing of the universe by the serpent, Shesha
It's important to note that these symbols are meant to be interpreted symbolically, rather than literally, and their exact meanings and interpretations may vary among different traditions and scholars.
In Christianity, the end of the world is also known as the Day of Judgment or the Apocalypse. Some of the symbols associated with the end of the world in Christian tradition include:
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The arrival of the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse, who represent war, famine, pestilence, and death.
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The appearance of the Antichrist, who deceives the world with his false teachings and leads many astray.
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The Great Tribulation, a period of great suffering and turmoil for those who remain faithful to God.
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The Mark of the Beast, a symbol of allegiance to the Antichrist that is required to buy and sell in the end times.
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The Battle of Armageddon, a final battle between the forces of good and evil.
In Buddhism, the end of the world is known as the end of the eon, or kalpa. Some of the symbols associated with the end of the world in Buddhist tradition include:
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The depletion of the world's resources, including food, water, and natural resources.
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The emergence of the Maitreya Buddha, who will teach and guide the world to enlightenment.
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The destruction of the world by fire, followed by a period of emptiness and darkness.
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The appearance of the Asura, demonic beings who cause chaos and destruction.
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The dissolution of the universe into its elemental components.
In summary, the symbols of Kayamat or the end of the world vary widely depending on the cultural and religious traditions. These symbols are often meant to be interpreted symbolically, rather than literally, and are used to convey deeper truths about the nature of existence and the human condition.
