تَنزِيلٌ مِّن رَّبِّ ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ 43
Translations
[It is] a revelation from the Lord of the worlds.
Transliteration
Tanzilun mir rabbi al-'alamin
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms that the Quran is a revelation (tanzil) sent down from Allah, the Lord of all worlds. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari emphasize that this statement serves as a powerful testimony to the divine origin of the Quran, countering the disbelievers' accusations that the Prophet Muhammad composed it himself. The use of 'tanzil' (gradual revelation) and the attribution to 'Rabb al-'alamin' (Lord of all worlds) underscores both the methodical nature of the revelation and Allah's absolute authority over creation.
Revelation Context
Surah Al-Haqqah, revealed in Mecca, addresses the reality of the Day of Judgment and refutes those who denied the Quran's divine origin. This ayah appears near the end of the surah as a definitive statement establishing the Quran's authenticity against Meccan polytheists and skeptics who challenged the Prophet's message.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'The best among you are those who learn the Quran and teach it' (Sahih Bukhari 5027). Additionally, 'Verily, those who recite the Book of Allah and establish prayer and spend of what We have provided them, secretly and openly, they hope for a commerce that will never fail' (Quran 35:29), emphasizing reverence for the revealed word.
Themes
Key Lesson
Muslims should recognize the Quran as a direct communication from Allah rather than a human composition, strengthening their faith and devotion to its teachings. This recognition should inspire believers to study, reflect upon, and implement the Quran's guidance with reverence and sincerity in their daily lives.