The last words of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) are reported to be, "O Allaah! (with) the highest companions."
While this is considered his final utterance, other traditions also note that he (peace be upon him) also cautioned his followers about certain practices as he neared his death. These cautions, although not his literal last words in sequence, carry significant weight as his final instructions.
Here's a breakdown:
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"O Allaah! (with) the highest companions.": This expresses his yearning to be with Allah and the highest company in the afterlife.
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Admonishment against making graves into places of worship: He is also reported to have said on his deathbed, “May Allah curse the Jews and Christians; they have made the graves of their prophets places of worship." This statement served as a crucial warning to his followers to avoid similar practices. This is a critical point of Islamic theology and practice.
Therefore, the last utterance was a prayer and expression of longing, while his final instructions were a warning against specific religious practices.
