وَلَكُمْ فِيهَا جَمَالٌ حِينَ تُرِيحُونَ وَحِينَ تَسْرَحُونَ 6
Translations
And for you in them is [the enjoyment of] beauty when you bring them in [for the evening] and when you send them out [to pasture].
Transliteration
Wa lakum fīhā jamālun ḥīna turīḥūn wa ḥīna tasraḥūn
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah refers to the beauty and aesthetic appeal of livestock (mentioned in the preceding verses), which Muslims possess both when bringing them home in the evening (turīḥūn) and when sending them out to pasture in the morning (tasraḥūn). Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir explain that Allah highlights the natural beauty of these animals as a sign of His creation and provision, emphasizing that believers should appreciate the blessings they have been given. The mention of specific times—morning and evening—underscores the daily cycle of benefit and enjoyment that livestock provides to humanity.
Revelation Context
This ayah is part of Surah An-Nahl (The Bee), a Meccan surah that extensively discusses Allah's signs and blessings in creation. The passage discusses the various benefits of cattle and livestock for food, clothing, and other uses. This context emphasizes teaching the Meccan polytheists to recognize divine blessings in their daily lives and turn away from idolatry toward monotheism.
Related Hadiths
While no specific hadith directly addresses this ayah, the hadith "The best of you are those who are best to their animals" (related by At-Tirmidhi) connects to the broader Islamic teaching about caring for livestock mentioned in this surah. Additionally, Sahih Bukhari records that the Prophet (peace be upon him) warned against using animals as targets for practice, emphasizing their value in Islam.
Themes
Key Lesson
Believers should cultivate appreciation for the everyday blessings surrounding them—seeing even familiar animals as signs of Allah's wisdom and beauty—and maintain gratitude throughout daily routines, recognizing that provision comes in cycles that reflect divine care and order.