Conversations with the People of Hell

Allah says: “Then they will turn to one another, mutually questioning. A speaker of them will say: ‘Verily, I had a companion (in the world), Who used to say: “Are you among those who believe (in resurrection after death). (That) when we die and become dust and bones, shall we indeed (be raised up) to receive reward or punishment (according to our deeds)?”’ (The man) said: ‘Will you look down?’ So he looked down and saw him in the midst of the Fire.” (37:50-55)

By the way – the people of Jannah will have access to the people of the fire. They will be able to see the people of the fire. This will add to their pleasure because they can appreciate what Allah saved them from. So this man will speak to this man in hell. He will say: “By Allah! You have nearly ruined me. Had it not been for the Grace of my Lord, I would certainly have been among those brought forth (to Hell).” (37:56-57)

The people of Jannah will laugh at the people of Hell, just as the people of Hell used to laugh at the people of Jannah in this world. The Companions of the Garden will call out to the Companions of the Fire: “We have indeed found the promises of our Lord to us true: Have you also found Your Lord’s promises true?” They shall say, “Yes”; but a crier shall proclaim between them: “The curse of Allah is on the wrong-doers.” (7:44)

The third conversation: “Verily! (During the worldly life) those who committed crimes used to laugh at those who believed. And whenever they passed by them, used to wink one to another (in mockery); And when they returned to their own people, they would return jesting; And when they saw them, they said: ‘Verily! These have indeed gone astray!’ But they (disbelievers, sinners) had not been sent as watchers over them (the believers). But this Day (the Day of Resurrection) those who believe will laugh at the disbelievers. On high thrones, looking at all things.” (83:29-36)