Islamic dream dictionary
'Izrall Dream Meaning
Quick answer
'Izrall in a dream — The archangel of death. Seeing him in a dream means martyrdom if one is inspired by it. If one sees the archangel 'Izra'il angry with him in a dream, it means that one will die unrepented.
Symbol
'Izrall
The archangel of death. Seeing him in a dream means martyrdom if one is inspired by it. If one sees the archangel 'Izra'il angry with him in a dream, it means that one will die unrepented.
Possible contexts
Meaning may change by timing, feeling, people present, clarity, and whether the dream was peaceful or disturbing.
Classical meaning
(The angle of death; Bone-breaker; Death; Longevity) The archangel of death. Seeing him in a dream means martyrdom if one is inspired by it. If one sees the archangel 'Izra'il angry with him in a dream, it means that one will die unrepented. If one sees 'Izra'il standing above him, or battling him in a dream, it means that he will recover from a severe illness. Seeing the archangel 'Izran in a dream also means longevity, or going through unavoidable circumstances, or experiencing extreme fear. If one sees himself being 'Izrail in a dream, it means rising in status to govern and to oppress others, or he might become an executioner, or perhaps that some major events may take place at his hand. Kissing 'Izran in a dream means receiving an inheritance. Seeing '!zra'il in a dream also means separations, death of sick people, losses, destruction, fire, bad news, forfeiture of properties, stagnation of the economy, losing one's source of livelihood, imprisonment, breach of promise, forgetting one's knowledge, ne glecting one's prayers, obstruction of charities, hindrance of alms distribution, negating the rights of others, retreating to one's privacy, rising prices, bad crop, a tyrant ruler, glass blowing, or bankruptcy. As for one who loves to meet his Lord, seeing the archangel 'Izran in a dream means attainment of one's goal, fulfillment of a promise, freedom from prison, good news and glad tidings. If an unknown or a common person approaches someone in the street and whispers something in his ear in confidence, the commoner here represents the angel of death. It is said that each human being will see the archangel 'Izrafl three times during his lifetime, and it is the third time that 'Izratl, upon whom be peace, will
Allah knows best. This is not a fatwa.
Source: Book by Ibn Sireen
Explore a full Islamic meaningFrequently asked questions
What does 'izrall mean in an Islamic dream?
The archangel of death. Seeing him in a dream means martyrdom if one is inspired by it. If one sees the archangel 'Izra'il angry with him in a dream, it means that one will die unrepented.
Is dreaming of 'izrall a good or bad sign?
(The angle of death; Bone-breaker; Death; Longevity) The archangel of death. Seeing him in a dream means martyrdom if one is inspired by it. If one sees the archangel 'Izra'il angry with him in a dream, it means that one will die unrepented.
What should I do after seeing 'izrall in a dream?
In the classical Islamic tradition, reflect calmly on the dream's details and your feeling on waking. For a good dream, give thanks and hope for good. For a troubling one, seek refuge in Allah, avoid sharing it widely, and do not build major decisions on a single dream. Consult a knowledgeable person when the matter touches worship, family, or important choices.
Is a 'izrall dream a prediction of the future?
No. DreamTabeer presents dream meanings as symbolic reflection in the methodology of Ibn Sirin, not as certain prediction. The same symbol can carry different meanings depending on context, the dreamer's state, and the emotions felt. Allah knows best.