Can the angel of death make a mistake
Question
Someone asked me a question regarding the angel of death can malikul maut make a mistake by taking someone's life and bring it back after a short period of time?
Answer
No.
And Allah Ta'ala (الله تعالى) knows best.
- Answered by
- Mufti Ebrahim Salejee (Isipingo Beach)
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