False Claim: Only Believers Hear the Heavenly Call

Some false claimants argue that the Heavenly Cry Heard by All in Islamic Narrations — the call of Gabriel (peace be upon him) — will be heard only by believers. Ahmad Hattab al‑Faysali, a follower of Ahmad Ismail, writes in Fasl al‑Khitab that the cry is exclusively for the few true believers, claiming that although Allah could have willed for all to hear it, He reserved it solely for the support of the Qa’im from the family of Muhammad.

Evidence That the Heavenly Cry Is Universal

This claim is baseless and contradicts both authentic narrations and historical reports. Several narrations explicitly state that the cry will be heard by all people on earth:

1. Imam al‑Ridha (peace be upon him) said:
2. Imam al‑Sadiq (peace be upon him), when asked if the call is specific or general, replied:He further explained that Satan will issue his own deceptive call afterward, causing those with doubt to turn away.
3. Another narration states that when the cry is heard — “Indeed, the truth is with Ali ibn Abi Talib and his followers” — all will submit, and the people of earth will believe. Later, Iblis will call in favor of a false leader, leading the doubtful astray.
4. Imam al‑Sadiq also said Gabriel will be the first to pledge allegiance to the Qa’im, then stand between the Ka‘bah and Bayt al‑Maqdis and call out so that all creatures hear: “The command of Allah has come, so do not hasten it.” (Kamal al‑Din, vol. 2, p. 671)

Historical Precedent

During the Battle of Uhud, companions reported hearing a heavenly voice proclaim: “There is no youth like Ali, no sword like Dhu’l‑Fiqar.” The Prophet (peace be upon him and his family) confirmed this was Gabriel’s voice, and it was heard by all present — believers and non‑believers alike.

Conclusion

The narrations prove that the Heavenly Cry Heard by All in Islamic Narrations is a universal event, not limited to believers. The claim of exclusivity is false and contradicts the words of the Imams and historical precedent.