Death is inevitable. We don’t know when it will come, nor will we ever know how we will die.
Death is a mysterious thing. It is a secret that only Allah (s.w.t.) knows.
When we attended the talk by Ahmad Hraichie, it didn’t feel like just another event. It felt like a pause button. It was a moment where the noise of our daily routines dimmed just long enough for us to hear something our hearts have been quietly needing.
We had the privilege of attending Ahmad Hraichie Live in Malaysia. He was known affectionately around the world as The Muslim Undertaker. For many, his name already carries the weight of sincerity, service, and humility. But for those who experienced his talk with us that day… his message hit even deeper.
This is a recap of that unforgettable session— one that reminded us not just of death, but of how to truly live.
A Life Spent Preparing Others for the End
Ahmad Hraichie shared that he has been digging graves and preparing bodies for burial for more than 15 years. In the beginning, he admitted that it was simply a job. A role. A duty.
But as the years unfolded, and as he cared for countless families in moments of heartbreak and vulnerability, something shifted.
Handling death every day forces a person to confront life differently.
He described the stillness of a person who has just returned to Allah (s.w.t.). How the feet are folded, how the body no longer moves, how they are completely cut off from the world they once worked so hard to be part of. And the way he said it made one truth echo in the room: one day, that will be us.
The Way You Live is the Way You Die
This was perhaps one of the most powerful reminders of the entire session.
He shared a profound reality he has witnessed over and over again— the way a person lives reflects the way they leave this world. And the way someone dies? It will be the state in which they are resurrected.
If someone dies in sujud, they will be resurrected in sujud.
That truth sent a ripple of silence across the room. Not out of fear, but a wake-up call.
Because if our final moment mirrors our lifestyle, then our lifestyle matters more than we think.
The Prize We’re All Working For
He reminded us gently: A believer works for a prize. And that prize is Jannah.
Every prayer, every fast, every quiet dhikr whispered under our breath, it all adds up. Not because Allah (s.w.t.) “needs” it, but because we do. Because we’re trying to earn something magnificent. It’s comforting and terrifying at the same time.
And then he brought us back to the reality we avoid: We all have unfinished business. And none of us truly feels ready to die.
It’s not because we don’t believe. It’s because we’ve become so consumed by dunya that we forget how temporary it truly is.
Anything Is Possible When You Turn Back to Allah (s.w.t.)
Ahmad Hraichie reminded us that Allah (s.w.t.) hears every du’a’ — whether it was made in joy, fear, guilt, or weakness. When you’re scared, you return to your nature. And your nature is to turn to Allah (s.w.t.).
There was comfort in that. Because no matter how messy our lives feel, Allah (s.w.t.) is near. And any change, any transformation is possible the moment we sincerely turn back to Him.
Purifying the Heart
One of the strongest takeaways from the season was Ahmad Hraichie’s emphasis on sadaqah. He said it plainly: “Sadaqah can purify anything.”
It purifies our sins, our hearts, our intentions, our past mistakes, and our hidden faults. We don’t need to be in Gaza, Sudan, or any conflict zone to contribute something meaningful. Every act of giving matters. Every small support counts. Allah (s.w.t.) sees all of it, even the ones that feel insignificant to us.
Thank You
To everyone who attended, listened intently, reflected deeply, and carried the message home — thank you.
And to those who stopped by our small book booth, supported us, and brought home titles that strengthen faith and understanding — we appreciate you more than you know. May the reminders shared and the books you chose be a source of benefit for you and your family.
If there’s one thing we walked away with, it’s this:
Life is short. Death is certain. But Jannah is worth every effort.
And as long as we’re still breathing, we still have time to rewrite our story.
Until the next gathering, may Allah (s.w.t.) keep our hearts soft, our intentions clean, and our steps steady on the most beautiful path.
