Al-A'la (الأعلى)
Meaning
The Most High
Ayas
19
Revelation
Meccan
Surah No
87
Surah Al-A’la emphasizes the greatness of Allah, His creation, and the reminder of His sovereignty over all things. The key themes include:
The majesty of Allah’s creation: The Surah begins by praising Allah’s power and sovereignty, highlighting His control over the heavens and the earth. It invites believers to reflect on the magnificence of Allah’s creation as a sign of His greatness.
The importance of purification: It stresses the need for spiritual purification by following the guidance of Allah and striving to cleanse the soul through faith and righteous deeds.
The fate of the righteous and the wicked: The Surah contrasts the fate of those who reject Allah’s signs and those who follow His guidance, affirming that the righteous will succeed, while the wicked will face consequences.
Reminder of Allah’s supremacy: Surah Al-A’la serves as a reminder of Allah’s infinite power, urging believers to humble themselves and submit to His will.
Encouragement of purification: It highlights the significance of spiritual and moral purification, stressing the need to follow Allah’s commands to cleanse the soul.
Assurance of reward for the righteous: It gives hope to those who strive for righteousness, assuring them that they will be rewarded in the Hereafter, while warning those who reject the truth.
Strengthens faith: Reciting this Surah helps deepen belief in the greatness of Allah and His ultimate control over all aspects of life.
Encourages spiritual purification: The Surah serves as a reminder of the need to purify one’s heart and soul by following the righteous path.
Provides comfort and reassurance: The Surah reassures believers that those who strive for good will be rewarded, while also serving as a warning to those who turn away from Allah’s guidance.
The greatness of Allah:
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “In this Surah, Allah is praised with His most beautiful names, and it emphasizes the importance of recognizing His greatness.” (Tafsir al-Jalalayn)
The reward for purification:
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Whoever recites Surah Al-A’la regularly, Allah will purify his heart and raise his rank.” (Tafsir Ibn Kathir)
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