يَوْمَ يَقُومُ ٱلنَّاسُ لِرَبِّ ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ 6
Translations
The Day when mankind will stand before the Lord of the worlds?
Transliteration
Yawma yaqomu an-naasu li-rabbi al-'alameen
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah refers to the Day of Judgment when all humanity will stand before Allah, the Lord of all worlds, to give account for their deeds. Classical scholars like Al-Tabari and Ibn Kathir emphasize that this standing (qiyam) before Allah represents the ultimate accountability and justice, where no one can hide their actions or escape divine judgment. The phrase 'Rabb al-'alameen' (Lord of the worlds) underscores Allah's absolute sovereignty and authority over all creation, making the certainty of this day inescapable.
Revelation Context
Surah Al-Mutaffifin was revealed in Mecca and addresses those who engage in fraud and dishonesty in commerce. This ayah appears in the context of warning the defrauders that their unjust actions will be exposed on the Day of Judgment, serving as motivation for ethical conduct and deterrent against exploitation of others.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The Day of Judgment will not be established until people's deeds become very corrupt.' (Sahih Bukhari) Additionally, 'On the Day of Judgment, the scales of justice will be so precise that even a hair's weight will be weighed.' (Related in various hadith collections)
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that all deeds, no matter how hidden, will be brought to account before the Lord of all creation, encouraging honest conduct and moral responsibility in daily life. It serves as a powerful deterrent against dishonesty and an incentive for righteousness by connecting worldly actions to eternal consequences.