Quraish (قريش)
بِسْمِ اللَّهِ الرَّحْمَٰنِ الرَّحِيمِ لِإِيلَافِ قُرَيْشٍ
Li-ilaafi quraish
SO THAT the Quraysh might remain secure,
إِيلَافِهِمْ رِحْلَةَ الشِّتَاءِ وَالصَّيْفِ
Elaafihim rihlatash shitaa-i wass saif
secure in their winter and summer journeys,
فَلْيَعْبُدُوا رَبَّ هَٰذَا الْبَيْتِ
Fal y'abudu rabba haazal-bait
Let them, therefore, worship the Sustainer of this Temple;
الَّذِي أَطْعَمَهُمْ مِنْ جُوعٍ وَآمَنَهُمْ مِنْ خَوْفٍ
Allazi at'amahum min ju'inw-wa-aamana hum min khawf
who has given them food against hunger, and made them safe from danger.
Meaning
Quraysh
Ayas
4
Revelation
Meccan
Surah No
106
Gratitude to Allah: Surah Quraysh calls on the tribe of Quraysh, and by extension all of humanity, to be grateful for the blessings and protection that Allah has bestowed upon them. Allah’s provision, security, and favor are highlighted as the reasons for gratitude.
Reminder of Past Blessings: The Surah references the historical context where the Quraysh, as the custodians of the Ka’bah, enjoyed peace, prosperity, and security due to Allah’s favor. It reminds them that they owe their blessings to Allah alone and should use these blessings to acknowledge His greatness and serve Him.
Call to Worship and Obey Allah: The Surah encourages the Quraysh to worship and serve the Lord of the Ka’bah, who provided them safety and sustenance, particularly during their trade journeys. The key message is that these blessings are meant to lead to obedience and worship of Allah.
Historical Context: This Surah was revealed to the Quraysh, reminding them of their privileged position as the caretakers of the Ka’bah and the security Allah granted them in their trade and daily lives. It serves as a reminder to always recognize the source of these blessings.
Universal Message: While the Surah speaks specifically to the Quraysh, its message is universal, encouraging all of humanity to be grateful for Allah’s blessings and to recognize His power and mercy.
Gratitude and Faith: The Surah also teaches the importance of gratitude towards Allah and the connection between divine blessings and righteous conduct. It emphasizes that recognizing Allah’s grace should lead to worship and devotion.
Cultivating Gratitude: Reciting Surah Quraysh helps instill a sense of gratitude for Allah’s provision and protection. It encourages believers to acknowledge Allah’s blessings in their lives.
Reminder of Allah’s Blessings: It serves as a reminder that every blessing, big or small, comes from Allah, and believers should remain humble and thankful for them.
Spiritual Reflection: It encourages reflection on one’s own blessings and inspires a deeper connection with Allah, urging the reader to dedicate their success and safety to Allah’s service.
On Recognizing Allah’s Blessings:
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “Whoever is not grateful to people, he is not grateful to Allah.” (Sunan Abi Dawood)
This Hadith highlights the importance of gratitude, which aligns with the message of Surah Quraysh, where Allah calls the Quraysh to be grateful for the blessings they received.
On the Importance of Worshiping Allah:
The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: “The best deeds are those done with sincerity, and the best of them is the worship of Allah.” (Sahih Muslim)
This Hadith emphasizes that the gratitude shown in the Surah should translate into sincere worship and obedience to Allah.
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