know in what state a person will die: in Islam or in disbelief. They do, however, say that whoever dies upon Islam, having avoided major sins, vain desires, and sinful deeds, will be among the people of Paradise, for Allah Most High says:

“Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds” [Al-Bayyinah: 7]—without mentioning any sin on their part—“they are the best of creation. Their reward with their Lord is Gardens of perpetual residence.” [Al-Bayyinah: 7–8]

If the Prophet ﷺ testified that a particular person would be in Paradise, and that testimony is authentically reported from him, they likewise testify to it, following the Messenger of Allah ﷺ and affirming the truth of his words.

[Punishment in the Grave]

They affirm that punishment in the grave is real. Allah punishes whoever deserves it if He wills, and pardons him if He wills, for Allah Most High says:

“The Fire: they are exposed to it morning and evening. And on the Day the Hour is established: ‘Admit Pharaoh’s people to the severest punishment.’” [Ghāfir: 46]

Thus, He affirms that, for as long as this world remains, they are punished morning and evening, but not in between, until, when the Resurrection takes place, they will be subjected to the severest