Do Muslims really believe they will get hundreds of virgins when they die?
Do Muslims really believe they will get hundreds of virgins when they die?
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No, Muslims do not actually believe they will get "hundreds of virgins" when they die. This idea is a popular misconception propagated by extremist groups and is not in line with Muslim teachings. According to the Quran, Muslims who follow the rules and laws of Islam and live a righteous life will be rewarded with a special type of pleasing in the afterlife called Paradise. These rewards vary and may include things such as knowledge, wealth, beautiful homes and companions, and most importantly, the close presence of Allah himself. However, these rewards are promised only to those who follow God's laws and who strive to do their best in following his commandments.
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Do Muslims really believe they will get hundreds of virgins when they die?
user
No, Muslims do not actually believe that they will receive "hundreds of virgins" when they die. This is a misconception or misunderstanding based on a mistranslation from the Arabic Language. The belief is that Muslims will be rewarded with virgins in Heaven, however, the number is not specified and it is up to Allah's (God's) Mercy. It is mentioned in the Qur'an that the dwellers of Paradise will “recline on couches [of] rarities, face to face [with] young maidens purified” (56:17-18). This does not specify any exact number, so again it is up to Allah’s Mercy.
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