خَلَقَ ٱلْإِنسَـٰنَ 3
Translations
Created man,
Transliteration
Khalaqa al-insaan
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms that Allah created mankind, establishing the fundamental doctrine of human creation and divine authorship. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir emphasize this as a declaration of Allah's creative power and sovereignty, contrasting human dependence with divine omnipotence. The ayah serves as a cornerstone for understanding humanity's place in creation and their accountability to their Creator.
Revelation Context
Surah Ar-Rahman is a Medinan surah that begins by highlighting Allah's attribute of Ar-Rahman (The Beneficent/Merciful). This ayah appears early in the surah as part of the enumeration of Allah's blessings and creative acts, establishing the theological foundation that all creation—including humanity—flows from divine mercy and wisdom.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'Allah created Adam in His image' (Sahih Bukhari 6227), which elaborates on the special nature of human creation. Additionally, the Quran states in Surah Al-Ahzab (33:72) that humans were entrusted with the trust (amanah) that even the heavens and earth refused to bear, emphasizing the significance of human creation.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds us of our humble origins and complete dependence upon Allah, fostering gratitude and humility. It also establishes the foundation for understanding that our existence itself is a mercy from The Beneficent, obligating us to live purposefully and accountably before our Creator.