نَارٌ حَامِيَةٌۢ 11
Translations
It is a Fire, intensely hot.
Transliteration
Narun hamiyah
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah describes the fire of Hell as 'hamiyah' (intensely hot/scorching), emphasizing its extreme temperature and severity. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi note that 'hamiyah' derives from the root meaning to be intensely hot, conveying that this fire is far hotter than any worldly fire, making it a fitting punishment for those who reject Allah's signs. The description serves to illustrate the reality and horror of the punishment awaiting the disbelievers on the Day of Judgment.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears near the end of Surah Al-Qari'ah, a Meccan chapter revealed to warn the Meccans about the Day of Judgment and its terrors. The surah paints vivid imagery of the resurrection and the ultimate fate of believers and disbelievers, and this particular ayah describes the final destination of those whose deeds are light on the scales of justice.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The fire of the people of this world is one-seventieth of the fire of Hell.' (Sahih Bukhari 4635). Additionally, the Prophet described Hell's heat: 'Whenever any Prophet felt hot, it was revealed to him that the heat was from the Hell-fire' (Sahih Muslim 2807).
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers of the ultimate accountability before Allah and the serious consequences of rejecting divine guidance, serving as a powerful motivation to strengthen one's faith and righteous deeds in this life. Understanding the reality of Hell's punishment should inspire sincere repentance and adherence to Islamic principles.