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TAFSIR SURAH AL.HIJR
The stone land- the rock

Chapter 15

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 TAFSIR SURAH AL.HIJR

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Surah meaning: the stone land

This Surah takes its name from v. 8 .54th Surah according to the order of revelation. It is the 15th chapter
of the Qur'an. This is a Makki Surah revealed about 3-4 years before the Hijrah. It has 99 verses in 6
sections. The name al-Hijr refers probably to the same area where Thamud used to live in the
northwestern part of Arabia.

The main theme of the Surah is divine guidance, and people's response. Allah's warns those who deny
this message and as a reminder of these warnings, we have here the stories of Prophet Lot's people,
Thamud and other groups.

‫الحجر‬ Al-Ḥijr The Stoneland

Other names Al-Hijr Valley

Position Juzʼ 14

Hizb no. 27

No. of Rukus 6

Period of Revelation It is clear from its topics and style that the period of its revelation is about the
same as that of Surah Ibrahim, for two things is quite prominent and main in its background. First, it
appears from the repeated warnings in this Surah that in spite of the fact that the Holy Prophet had been
propagating the Message for many years, his people in general had not shown any acceptance, they had
become more and more stubborn in their antagonism, enmity and ridicule with the passage of time.
Secondly, by that time the Holy Prophet had begun to feel a little tired of making strenuous efforts to
eradicate disbelief and opposition of his people. That is why Allah has consoled and comforted him over
and over again by way of encouragement.

Topics and the Central Theme

o warning to those who rejected his Message, opposed it, and ridiculed him, and

o Comfort and encouragement to the Holy Prophet, It does not mean that this Surah does not
contain admonition and instructions. As a matter of fact, the Quran never confines itself to mere
warning; rebuke and censure, but resorts to precept in every suitable place. Accordingly, this
Surah contains brief arguments for Tauhid on the one hand, and admonition in the story of Adam
and Satan on the other.

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The tafsir of surah Al-Hijr:
﴿‫َّح ِيم‬ ِ ‫ ﴾ بِس ِْم هَّللا ِ الرَّحْ َم‬In the Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
ِ ‫ـن الر‬

Most of the discussions in this noble Surah are about the accusations and scoffs, ridicule of the pagans
unto the Qur’an and the blissful Prophet (S), as well as some commandments to him to be patient and
perseverant with forbearance towards them. It provided some kind of comfort and soothing effect as
against the pressure exerted by the invasion of the opponents after the death of Hadrat Khadijah and Abu-
Talib, both of whom were dear to the Prophet (S).Some of the verses deal with the origin of the world of
existence, and belief in Him which are brought about by the study of the secrets of creation. The stories of
man’s creation, and the disobedience of Iblis, as well as his ultimate destiny, are also exposed.

There are also allusions made to the biography of such tribes as the people of Lūt, the people of Salih, and
the people of Shu‘ayb. In the meantime, there are also some verses which are concerned with the issues of
hereafter and the evildoers and how they will be punished, each of which are explained in this surah.

Main points Major Issues, Divine Laws, and Guidance

 The Qur'an is a Divine Book.

 On the Day of Judgment, the disbelievers will wish that they had become Muslims.
 Allah Himself has taken the responsibility of preserving and safeguarding Al-Qur'an.
 Admonition through the story of Adam's creation, prostration of the angels before him, and
refusal of Shaitan to prostrate.
 The Prophet Ibrahim was given the good news of having a son by the same two angels who were
assigned to destroy the nation of Lut.
 Al-Fatiha is also named, "seven verses worthy of oft-recitation."
 Divine order to proclaim the commandments of Allah publicly and turn away from the mushrikin.
 Theme
 This Surah also contains brief arguments for Tawhid on the one hand, and admonition to the
disbelievers on the other
 Allah knows everything in the universe. He is the Creator of all.
 The creation of human being is from a very humble stuff, but Allah honored him and asked
angels to bow down to Adam. Satan's response.
 Allah is very forgiving, but His punishment is also severe.
 Prophet Lot and Prophet Shu'aib's people.
 The People of Hijr and what happened to them. Qur'an and Surah al-Fatihah are special gifts of
Allah.
 Allah will take care of those who ridicule His message.

LESSONS In the Hereafter, people will have regrets that they didn't listen to the Message or didn't
follow the Qur'an. But right now, when it is the time to "listen" they are indulged in play, recreation,
socialization, eating and drinking. Let them eat and enjoy themselves and be diverted by [false] hope, for
they are going to know.(15:3) A Momina/Momin is not lost in Dunya. S/he is focused on the Hereafter
and its pleasures while enjoying the blessings of this world. When s/he wakes up, s/he is thinking about

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the good deeds that s/he can do that day to raise her/his scales in the Hereafter. When s/he goes to bed at
night s/he reflects on the missed opportunities of goodness.

- The Messengers AS were mocked by the people and called "madmen." If people make fun of you
because you call them to the path of Allah SWT then do not grieve. In the Hereafter, the truth will be
revealed - who was mad and who was sensible. - Qur'an is the best source of remembrance of Allah
SWT. He says, "We are its guardian [Inna Lahu La-Hafidhoon]" (15:9) No matter what tricks people
play to alter the Qur'an or its Ayaat, Allah SWT has promised to protect it.

THE VIRTUE OF BUILDING A RELATIONSHIP WITH THE QUR'AN

The Prophet (SA) said, "Such a person as recites the Qur'an and masters it by heart will be with the
noble righteous scribes (in Heaven). And such a person exerts himself to learn the Qur'an by heart,
and recites it with great difficulty, will have a double reward." [Al-Buhhari]

2 Allah SWT sends down rain in due proportion. We may call it, "Too much," or "Too little," but
Allah SWT knows the exact quantity that is required by the earth. Likewise, He created plants as
much were required. It is sad that man decided to play with Allah's creation and made modifications
calling it genetic engineering. Now neither the food tastes as delicious as it neither should nor are we
saved from the climatic disasters. Plant a tree no matter where you are or donate funds for the cause.
Save the earth!

- Allah SWT has the Khazayn [Treasures], so make du'a for whatever you want. Do not forget the
treasures and pleasures of the Akhirah. Ask for your Dunya and Akhirah.

- Do not be like Iblees - arrogant and disobedient. Anyone with an atom's weight of arrogance in their
heart will not enter Jannah. When he disobeyed Allah SWT not only did he lose his status with Him
but was also deprived of His mercy.

Shaytan promised to mislead all mankind except those who are the chosen servants [Mulkhliseen] of
Allah SWT. Beware of the traps of Shaytan! Ash Allah SWT to include you and your family among
His chosen servants and to protect you from the treachery of Shaytan, ameen. How can we save
ourselves against the attacks of Shagtan? By staying connected with the Qur'an and striuing in doing
good deeds. If you're reciting the Qur'an but your life is miserable then look at YOUR disobedience
of Allah.

- Hell has seven gates (see 15:44) the people who will make it to the Jannah will have clean hearts. So
polish your heart. No jealousy No hatred No arrogance .Ask Allah SWT to purify your heart and
remove all kinds of evils from it, Ameen. Do not sympathize with someone who is openly disobeying
Allah SWT. Prophet Lut's wife was punished because she sympathized with the homosexuals. - And
indeed, the Hour is coming; so forgive with gracious forgiveness. (15:85) - People who have been
given the Qu'ran, know that this is the GREATEST blessing.

- Allah SWT provided the different kinds of rides and also showed man the "way," now it is on us to
follow the right path or deviate and choose the wrong path. (May Allah SWT save us all from
misguidance, amen.) - Only they can recognize the favors of Allah SWT who are a "people who give
thought-" "people who reason" "people who remember" (16:11) (i6:12) (i6:13)

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- He subjected the sea for us so we could travel on it, eat from it and extract ornaments (pearls) from
it. He placed the mountains on the earth to prevent it from shaking and made roads, rivers, and
landmarks for our guidance. "And if you should count the favors of Allah, you could not enumerate
them. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful." (16:18)

- Allah SWT can punish us right away but He gives us respite to fix our ways. When a person does
not pay heed, his blessings are snatched until he realizes and repents. - Allah SWT does not like the
arrogant and wrongdoers. They are those who read the Qur'an and make fun of it or argue over it that
these are tales of the past. They say these commands are no more applicable today or no one can act
on this. The angels of death deal with them harshly at the time of death.

- On the contrary, the righteous people say, whatever Allah SWT has revealed is good. To them, the
angels say: May Allah SWT, make us of them, ameen. - The righteous people keep themselves
physically and spiritually clean. Our thoughts reveal Show "pure" we are. What do we think about?
Halal or Haram?

4 when a person desires guidance, Allah SWT shows him the path. But when a person chooses to live
in his ignorance then Allah SWT too let this person remain in his error. YOU have to take the first
step! - Whoever gives up something for the sake of Allah SWT, a haram job, a haram relationship or
anything bad or sinful then Allah SWT will honor this person in this world and the next. They are
those who patiently endure and rely on Him. - Ahlul-Dhikr are those who recite the Qur'an and teach
it to others. They are the ones who know what's in the Qur'an and take benefit from it. - Everything
prostrates to Allah SWT, so if we do not pray we should ask ourselves, "Am I this unfortunate that
everything prostrates to Him except me?" - People call Him in adversity and when the relief comes
they forget Him - In those days people used to bury their daughters out of humiliation and today
people abort the fetus. We should remember that daughters, sons or no child are all decisions of Allah
SWT. - The honey bee consumes the pure and gives out pure. She does not damage the flower that
she sits on. That's how a believer should be. Seek pure, give pure. Do not cause destruction on earth.
Be of benefit to others no matter where you are.

- Seek protection with Allah SWT from old, miserable age - The three doors of knowledge: eyes, ears
and heart. See things in their real perspective and put them at their right place. Give Rights to Allah
SWT, give rights to the people. - "Allah has made for you from your homes a place of rest," (16:80) -
Qur'an contains clarification for all things and is guidance, mercy and good tidings for the Muslims
Allah SWT Orders Allah SW F Forbids juotict, steed conduct and dnunanality. Gad conduct and
giving. t* at I ative4 "piteously - "Whateuer you haue will end, but what Allah has is lasting," (16:96)
therefore, take out your wealth from the banks of this world and deposit it in the Bank of Allah SWT

- Whoever does righteous deeds will have good life in this world and the next - Seek refuge in Allah
SWT from the cursed Shaytan before reciting the Qur'an and whenever you feel you are losing your
focus during the recitation. Shaytan does not want us to focus.

- The Qur'an was revealed gradually and completed o little before the death of Rasoolullah (salAllahu
'alayhi wa sallam). Stay connected with the Qur'an till your last breath.