Based on specific Islamic texts, the religion of Islam is stated to have a predetermined lifespan on Earth.
The Prophetic Ahadith on Islam's Lifespan
According to various Ahadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) found in collections such as Sahih Bukhari, Sunan Abu Dawud, and Jami' at-Tirmidhi, Islam has a specific time frame.
- These Ahadith, numbering more than 15, indicate that Allah has granted Islam a lifespan of 1500 years on Earth.
- It is further stated that the Day of Judgement (the Hour) will come relatively soon after this 1500-year period.
- The Ahadith do not specify the exact moment the Hour will come but highlight it as being soon after Islam's specified timeframe.
Practical Implications
While these hadiths are present and well-known, there is also a general understanding within the Muslim community that the ultimate knowledge of when the Hour will come is solely with God.
- The Ahadith do not mean that the end of Islam will be the end of the world, rather, the end of this current way of life.
- Muslims are taught to always act as though the Day of Judgement is near and must always be ready for the day.
The Current Year
The provided references mention "we are now in the year...". To give a specific answer we need a present year. Since the question doesn't specify a year, the conclusion is the 1500-year timeframe is what is mentioned in the Islamic Ahadith.
Conclusion
The Ahadith indicate that Islam's lifespan is intended to be 1500 years, followed by the Hour.
