The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "No prophet was sent but that he warned his followers against the one-eyed liar (Ad-Dajjal). Beware! He is blind in one eye, and your Lord is not so, and there will be written between his (Ad-Dajjal's) eyes (the word) Kafir (i.e., disbeliever)." (This Hadith is also quoted by Abu Huraira and Ibn `Abbas).
Afflictions and the End of the World
Sahih al-Bukhari 7131
Hadith Text
The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "No prophet was sent but that he warned his followers against the one-eyed liar (Ad-Dajjal). Beware! He is blind in one eye, and your Lord is not so, and there will be written between his (Ad-Dajjal's) eyes (the word) Kafir (i.e., disbeliever)."
Commentary on the Universal Warning
This narration establishes that warning against Ad-Dajjal is a fundamental aspect of all divine messages. Every prophet from Adam to Muhammad ﷺ cautioned their communities about this ultimate trial, demonstrating the grave danger he poses to faith and the consistency of divine guidance throughout history.
The Physical Description of Ad-Dajjal
The Prophet ﷺ specifically mentioned Ad-Dajjal's blindness in one eye to distinguish him from Allah, who is perfect in all attributes. This physical defect reflects his spiritual corruption and serves as an identifying mark for believers. The inscription of "Kafir" between his eyes, visible to every believer regardless of literacy, represents the essence of his mission - to lead people away from true faith.
Theological Significance
The clarification that "your Lord is not so" serves to protect the Muslim creed from anthropomorphism and affirms Allah's transcendence. This distinction is crucial as Ad-Dajjal will claim divinity, and his physical imperfections immediately expose this falsehood to those with sound understanding of divine attributes.
Practical Implications for Believers
This hadith emphasizes the importance of knowing Ad-Dajjal's characteristics to recognize and reject him when he appears. The preservation of this description across generations serves as divine protection for the ummah, enabling believers to withstand his temptations and extraordinary abilities through firm faith and knowledge of his true nature.