At-Tin (التين)
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ وَالتِّينِ وَالزَّيْتُونِ
Wat teeni waz zaitoon
CONSIDER the fig and the olive,
وَطُورِ سِينِينَ
Wa toori sineen
and Mount Sinai,
وَهَٰذَا الْبَلَدِ الْأَمِينِ
Wa haazal balad-il ameen
and this land secure!
لَقَدْ خَلَقْنَا الْإِنْسَانَ فِي أَحْسَنِ تَقْوِيمٍ
Laqad khalaqnal insaana fee ahsani taqweem
Verily, We create man in the best conformation;
ثُمَّ رَدَدْنَاهُ أَسْفَلَ سَافِلِينَ
Thumma ra dad naahu asfala saafileen
and thereafter We reduce him to the lowest of low
إِلَّا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا وَعَمِلُوا الصَّالِحَاتِ فَلَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ
Ill-lal lazeena aamanoo wa 'amilus saalihaati; falahum ajrun ghairu mamnoon
excepting only such as attain to faith and do good works: and theirs shall be a reward unending!
فَمَا يُكَذِّبُكَ بَعْدُ بِالدِّينِ
Fama yu kaz zibuka b'adu bid deen
What, then, [O man,] could henceforth cause thee to give the lie to this moral law?
أَلَيْسَ اللَّهُ بِأَحْكَمِ الْحَاكِمِينَ
Alai sal laahu bi-ahkamil haakimeen
Is not God the most just of judges?
Meaning
The Fig
Ayas
8
Revelation
Meccan
Surah No
95
Human Potential and the Struggle Between Good and Evil: Surah At-Tin reflects on the inherent goodness of human beings, as well as their capacity for both success and failure. The Surah emphasizes the need for moral and spiritual purification, as it addresses the qualities that make a person worthy of Allah’s reward.
The Creation of Man: The Surah highlights the creation of humans in the best of form and the subsequent potential to degrade themselves through sin. It reminds us that, despite this potential for downfall, Allah has provided a path to redemption through righteous actions.
The Importance of Good Deeds: It stresses that salvation is not achieved merely by human nature, but through one’s choices and deeds. Only those who are sincere in their belief and act righteously will succeed.
Creation and Moral Responsibility: Surah At-Tin was revealed to remind humanity of its divine creation and the responsibility to live a life in accordance with Allah’s guidance. The reference to the fig and olive in the Surah can be interpreted as symbols of the moral and spiritual qualities humans should cultivate.
Contrast of Success and Failure: It emphasizes the stark contrast between those who achieve spiritual success through good deeds and those who fail due to negligence or sin.
Spiritual Reminder: The Surah serves as a reminder of human potential and the moral responsibility to live with integrity and righteousness.
Encourages Self-Reflection: It encourages individuals to reflect on their actions and strive for spiritual improvement, recognizing their ability to both ascend or descend spiritually.
Guidance on Success: By reading it, believers are reminded that success lies in following the path of righteousness and staying true to the teachings of Islam.
Inspiration for Purification: It inspires believers to purify themselves spiritually and morally, aligning their actions with the principles of Islam.
Creation of Humans:
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “Allah created Adam in His image…” (Sahih Bukhari) – This highlights the importance of the human being as a creation of Allah, entrusted with the responsibility to uphold righteousness.
The Importance of Righteous Actions:
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: “Actions are judged by intentions, and each person will be rewarded according to what they intended.” (Sahih Bukhari) – This aligns with the Surah’s message about the importance of sincerity and good deeds.
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