Answer:
Wa Alaikumussalam wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh,
First, take a deep breath and know this: not every human being is destined for Hell, even though no one is perfect. In Islam, Allah is described as both Just and Merciful, and He treats His servants with a balance of the two. The teachings of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ and the Ahlulbayt (peace be upon them) make it clear that although believers may commit sins, they are not eternally damned.
According to the teachings from the Ahlulbayt (as), Allah does not eternally punish those who have faith (even if they sinned). It’s mentioned that those among the people of tawheed (those who believe in the oneness of God) may enter the Hellfire for a short time only as purification for their sins, but they will be taken out through the mercy of Allah and the intercession (shafa’ah) of the Prophet and the Ahlulbayt. So if you believe, strive for good, and repent, you are not among those who will stay in Hell forever.
Feeling anxious about the Hereafter is actually natural—and even healthy—to a certain extent. It keeps the soul alert. But Islam encourages us to balance fear with hope. Allah didn’t only reveal verses about Hellfire—He also revealed countless verses about Paradise, forgiveness, and His mercy.
To ease your heart:
Learn more about Allah\'s mercy, His beautiful names, and His promises to those who turn to Him sincerely.
Keep making dua, like “O Allah, grant me a good end. O Allah, save me from the fire. O Allah, admit me to Paradise without reckoning.”
Follow the guidance of the Prophet and his family in your daily life. Try to pray regularly, recite Qur’an, do good deeds, and ask for the intercession of Ahlulbayt, especially in your supplications.
Don’t let fear paralyze you. The goal is to be inspired to act—not to feel hopeless. Remember that Allah sees your struggles, your repentance, and your sincerity.
In short, no, being imperfect doesn’t mean you’ll go to Hell permanently. Islam gives you every tool—mercy, repentance, intercession—to help you succeed. Allah doesn’t want to punish His servants; He wants to guide and forgive them.
You\'re not alone in these feelings. Many believers go through this phase. Just keep moving forward with hope, sincerity, and trust in the mercy of the Most Merciful. May Allah ease your heart, calm your fears, and bless you with peace in this life and the next.