What does it mean when someone dies with his eyes open slightly? DWQA Questions › Category: Miscellaneous › What does it mean when someone dies with his eyes open slightly? 0 Vote Up Vote Down JonSnow Staff asked 2 years ago 1 Answers 0 Vote Up Vote Down JonSnow Staff answered 2 years ago It means that the person kept view of the ruh or soul when coming out. One should close the eyes softly and say Bismillah wa ‘alaa millati rasoulillah.