Yes, according to the most widely accepted Islamic belief, Dajjal is a human being, a descendant of Adam.
While some differing opinions exist, the overwhelming consensus among Islamic scholars is that the Dajjal is a man. Let's explore the different perspectives:
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The Mainstream View: The prevailing view is that Dajjal is a human being, specifically a descendant of Adam (peace be upon him). This perspective is based on numerous hadiths (sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him) that describe him as having physical characteristics and being subject to human limitations. These hadiths depict him as a man with specific physical traits and abilities, albeit extraordinary ones given by Allah as a test.
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Minority Opinions: There are some less common views that suggest Dajjal may be a Jinn or a hybrid being. Some scholars, very few in number, have proposed such theories based on interpretations of certain texts. These interpretations are often considered weaker than the hadiths that explicitly describe him as human. Another minority view mentions his father being human while his mother is a Jinn. However, such interpretations are not widely accepted.
Why the Human Perspective is Dominant:
The strength of the argument for Dajjal being human rests on the numerous, clear hadiths which describe his physical characteristics and the challenges he will present to humanity. These descriptions portray a being that, while possessing extraordinary powers granted by Allah as a test, is still fundamentally human. He is presented as a fitna (trial) for mankind, and this trial is more meaningful if the Dajjal is one of their own.
In summary, the overwhelming majority of Islamic scholars consider Dajjal to be a human being, a descendant of Adam. While minority opinions exist suggesting alternative origins, these are not widely held or considered as strong.
