Life often presents us with moments when the inner voice begins to whisper about the inevitable end of the road.

Whispers of Mortality: Unveiling the Intuition of Life’s End

Life often presents us with moments when the inner voice begins to whisper about the inevitable end of the road. Many authors note that as our physical and emotional states change, a profound sense arises—as if someone is hinting at the arrival of a finale. Illness and other life challenges awaken an awareness of life’s finiteness, pushing us to reflect on both the grandeur and the fragility of existence. It is as if an invisible barrier prevents us from fully comprehending or even voicing what lies beyond the familiar, reminding us that an open conversation with the unspeakable is not permitted. Some observations point to a specific image—a harbinger who, like an angel, appears during the decisive struggle between life and death, symbolizing the transition and the final stage of inner conflict. Such an experience is powerful: it not only evokes fear but also spurs deep self-analysis and a reexamination of one’s values. Ultimately, the realization of an impending end becomes a catalyst for personal growth, enabling us to face the future with wisdom and courage.

Does there exist an intuitive sense of impending death, and what signs help a person recognize this fact?

Yes, many authors describe the presence of an intuitive sense of impending death, manifesting as a deep inner awareness of the inevitability of life’s end. This sensation arises when one begins to notice changes in one’s condition—both physical and emotional—and is accompanied by several characteristic signs. For example, one author suggests that illness involuntarily prompts a person to contemplate the finiteness of existence:

"Your feeling of illness makes you contemplate the approaching death, which is a good thing. Scripture says: 'remember your last, never sin again' (Sirach 7, 39)..." (source: link txt, page 110).

Another author points out that the approach of death may be experienced as something almost forbidden—something that resists easy naming or discussion. When attempting to recall or label such visions, one encounters an inner barrier that seems to prevent full comprehension:

"The word 'moment' is convenient, as it clearly distinguishes between two states of the body—the living and the dead. However, such a common understanding of death is incorrect. In these visions, an overwhelming sense of prohibition takes hold: if you speak of it, something inconceivably terrible might happen, and when a conversation leads your thoughts back to a past vision, just as the memory almost slips onto your tongue, a barrier suddenly arises..." (source: link txt, page 962).

Furthermore, there is a description in which death is not portrayed as an instantaneous event but as a prolonged process, during which the dying individual sometimes encounters an image or herald of death—the Angel of Death. This figure symbolizes the final phase of life’s struggle and serves as an internal sign of the approaching end:

"But death is not always mechanically predetermined by the state of the organism; often it is defined as the outcome of a strenuous battle between the forces of life and death. ... Then the Angel of Death approaches, already ready to perform his duty, and awaits only the final outcome of the struggle." (source: link txt, page 1751).

Thus, it can be concluded that an intuitive sense of impending death does indeed exist. It manifests through internal experiences—from profound self-reflection and meditations on the inevitability of departure to even visions or a strong sense of prohibition when the subject of one’s demise is mentioned or contemplated. These signs help a person realize that their life is drawing to a close, often evoking not only fear but also a desire to reassess one’s actions, prepare for the end, or even change one’s way of life.

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"Your feeling of illness makes you contemplate the approaching death, which is a good thing. Scripture says: 'remember your last, never sin again' (Sirach 7, 39)..." (source: link txt, page: 110)
"The word 'moment' is convenient, as it clearly distinguishes between two states of the body—the living and the dead. However, such a common understanding of death is incorrect. In these visions, an overwhelming sense of prohibition takes hold: if you speak of it, something inconceivably terrible might happen, and when a conversation leads your thoughts back to a past vision, just as the memory almost slips onto your tongue, a barrier suddenly arises..." (source: link txt, page: 962)
"But death is not always mechanically predetermined by the state of the organism; often it is defined as the outcome of a strenuous battle between the forces of life and death. ... Then the Angel of Death approaches, already ready to perform his duty, and awaits only the final outcome of the struggle." (source: link txt, page: 1751)