وَأُمِّهِۦ وَأَبِيهِ 35
Translations
And his mother and his father
Transliteration
wa-ummih wa-abih
Tafsir (Explanation)
This phrase refers to 'his mother and his father,' appearing in the context of Surah 'Abasa which discusses the Day of Judgment and humanity's ingratitude. According to Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari, this ayah emphasizes that on the Day of Resurrection, a person will flee from their parents, illustrating the severance of earthly bonds and the isolation each soul experiences before Allah. The mention of parents here underscores the ultimate helplessness of even the closest family relations in the face of divine judgment.
Revelation Context
Surah 'Abasa is a Meccan surah primarily concerned with the themes of the Hereafter, resurrection, and humanity's creation and ultimate reckoning. This particular phrase appears in the latter part of the surah (verses 35-37) where Allah describes the Day of Judgment, when each person will be preoccupied with their own situation and unable to help even their closest relatives.
Related Hadiths
The hadith in Sahih Muslim (2769) reports that the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'On the Day of Resurrection, a man will flee from his brother, his mother, and his father,' which directly reflects the meaning of this ayah and provides prophetic confirmation of this quranic teaching.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that while family relationships are important in this life, they hold no power on the Day of Judgment—each soul will stand alone before Allah accountable for its deeds. It should encourage us to prioritize righteous actions and prepare for the Hereafter, rather than relying solely on family connections or worldly status.