وَإِنِّى عُذْتُ بِرَبِّى وَرَبِّكُمْ أَن تَرْجُمُونِ 20
Translations
And indeed, I have sought refuge in my Lord and your Lord, lest you stone me.
Transliteration
Wa-innee 'udhtu bi-rabbee wa-rabbikum an tarjumoon
Tafsir (Explanation)
Prophet Musa (Moses) declares his refuge and protection in Allah, his Lord and the Lord of Pharaoh's people, from being stoned to death by them. This ayah demonstrates Musa's unwavering trust in Allah despite facing severe persecution and threats from Pharaoh's court. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir emphasize that seeking refuge (i'adha) in Allah during times of danger is the ultimate protection and shows complete reliance upon the Divine.
Revelation Context
This ayah is part of Surah Ad-Dukhan, a Meccan surah revealed during the early Islamic period. It appears within the narrative of Musa's confrontation with Pharaoh and his people, where Musa faced rejection and threats of violence. The broader context shows Musa's steadfast faith despite opposition, a narrative meant to comfort Prophet Muhammad and the early Muslims facing similar persecution in Mecca.
Related Hadiths
The concept of seeking refuge in Allah is reinforced in multiple hadiths. Related is the hadith in Sahih Bukhari where the Prophet Muhammad taught the importance of seeking Allah's protection through dua (supplication), particularly in times of fear and danger. Additionally, hadiths about the Prophet's own seeking of refuge with Allah during trials parallel Musa's example here.
Themes
Key Lesson
In moments of fear, danger, or adversity, a believer's ultimate recourse is to seek protection and refuge in Allah alone, strengthening one's faith and reliance upon Him. This ayah teaches that no earthly threat can harm us when we place our complete trust in Allah and acknowledge His absolute power and lordship over all affairs.