The concept of Dajjal, also known as the false messiah or anti-Christ, is mentioned in Islamic eschatology, but not explicitly in the Quran. The term "Dajjal" is not mentioned in the Quran itself, but some scholars interpret certain Quranic verses to refer to this figure. For example, some interpret the Quranic descriptions of the end times and the coming of the Day of Judgment to include the arrival of a false messiah who will deceive people with his miraculous powers.
However, it is important to note that the concept of Dajjal is more elaborately mentioned in Hadith (sayings and actions of the Prophet Muhammad) and other Islamic texts outside of the Quran. These sources describe Dajjal as a person or entity who will appear before the end of times and lead people astray with his false teachings and miracles, before being ultimately defeated by the true messiah, Jesus (Isa) son of Mary, who will return to Earth to restore justice and peace.
Overall, the concept of Dajjal is an important part of Islamic eschatology, but its origins and details are not explicitly mentioned in the Quran itself.
The term "Dajjal" is not mentioned explicitly in the Quran. However, there are some verses in the Quran that are believed by some scholars to be referring to the concept of Dajjal. Here are a few examples:
Quran 18:94: "They said, 'O Dhul-Qarnayn, indeed Gog and Magog are [great] corrupters in the land. So may we assign for you an expenditure that you might make between us and them a barrier?'" Some scholars interpret Gog and Magog as a reference to the followers of Dajjal. " They said, "O Dhul-Qarnayn, indeed Gog and Magog are [great] corrupters in the land. So may we assign for you an expenditure that you might make between us and them a barrier?" "
Quran 21:96: "Until when [the dam of] Gog and Magog has been opened and they, from every elevation, descend." This verse is also believed by some scholars to be referring to the followers of Dajjal. "Until when [the dam of] Gog and Magog has been opened and they, from every elevation, descend."
Quran 27:82: "And when the word befalls them, we will bring forth for them a creature from the earth speaking to them, [saying] that the people were, of our verses, not certain [in faith]." Some scholars interpret this verse as referring to the coming of Dajjal and his deceitful powers.
Quran 21:51-57: These verses describe the story of Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim) and his encounter with a tyrant king who claims to have power over life and death. Some scholars interpret this king as a metaphorical representation of Dajjal and his claim to be a divine figure with control over the world. "And indeed, We bestowed upon Abraham his guidance earlier, and We were of him well-Knowing. [Remember] when he said to his father and his people, "What are these statues to which you are devoted?" They said, "We found our fathers worshippers of them." He said, "You were certainly, you and your fathers, in manifest error." They said, "Have you brought us the truth, or are you one of the jesters?" He said, "[No], rather, your Lord is the Lord of the heavens and the earth who created them, and I, to that, am of those who testify."
Quran 30:1-5: These verses describe the time when the Byzantine and Persian empires were at war, and the Muslims were hoping for the victory of the Byzantines. The verse ends with the statement, "In a few years - for Allah is the command before and after - and on that day the believers will rejoice." Some scholars interpret this verse as a reference to the defeat of the Persians, which was seen as a sign of the coming of the end times and the appearance of Dajjal. "Alif, Lam, Meem. The Byzantines have been defeated in the nearest land. But they, after their defeat, will overcome. Within three to nine years. To Allah belongs the command before and after. And that day the believers will rejoice."
Quran 40:66-69: These verses describe the conversation between Pharaoh and his people, where Pharaoh claims to be the lord of the people and the one who gives life and death. Some scholars interpret this as a metaphorical reference to Dajjal and his claim to be a divine figure with power over life and death."Say, [O Muhammad], "Indeed, I have been forbidden to worship those you invoke besides Allah." Say, "I will not follow your desires, for I would then have gone astray, and I would not be of the [rightly] guided." Say, "I am only a warner, and there is not any deity except Allah, the One, the Prevailing."
Again, it's important to note that these interpretations are not universally accepted and there are differing opinions among Muslim scholars on the matter.
Quran 17:90-93: These verses describe the story of Moses (Musa) and his encounter with the sorcerers of Pharaoh, who were using their powers to deceive people. Some scholars interpret this as a metaphorical reference to the powers of Dajjal and his followers to deceive people. "And they say, "We will not believe you until you break open for us from the ground a spring. Or [until] you have a garden of palm trees and grapes and make rivers gush forth within them in force [and abundance]. Or you make the heaven fall upon us in fragments as you have claimed or you bring Allah and the angels before [us]. Or you have a house of gold or you ascend into the sky. And [even then], we will not believe in your ascension until you bring down to us a book we may read." Say, "Exalted is my Lord! Was I ever but a human messenger?"
Quran 21:97: This verse mentions that "the promise of the Hour is coming, and there is no doubt about it." Some scholars interpret this as a reference to the end times, which will be marked by the appearance of Dajjal. "And [mention] the Day when We will resurrect from every nation a witness. Then it will not be permitted to the disbelievers [to apologize or make excuses], nor will they be asked to appease [Allah]."
Quran 23:71: This verse states, "If the truth had followed their inclinations, the heavens and the earth and whoever is in them would have been ruined." Some scholars interpret this as a reference to the destructive nature of Dajjal and his followers. "Indeed, those who disbelieve will be addressed, "The hatred of Allah for you was [even] greater than your hatred of yourselves [this Day in Hell] when you were invited to faith, but you refused."
It's important to note that interpretations of these verses as referring to Dajjal are not universally accepted and are a matter of scholarly debate. Additionally, while Dajjal is a concept that is present in Islamic eschatology, it is not a central or essential part of Islamic belief and practice.
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