سَلَـٰمٌ عَلَىٰ نُوحٍ فِى ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ 79
Translations
"Peace upon Noah among the worlds."
Transliteration
Salaamun alaa Noohin fil-'aalameen
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah conveys Allah's peace and salutations upon the Prophet Nuh (Noah) among all the worlds. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari interpret this as Allah's honor and exaltation of Nuh despite the rejection and mockery he faced from his people for 950 years of preaching. The phrase 'among all the worlds' emphasizes that this peace extends across all generations and creation, elevating Nuh's status as one of the greatest messengers.
Revelation Context
Surah As-Saffat is a Meccan chapter that honors the greatest prophets and messengers. This ayah appears within a passage (37:75-82) that recalls Nuh's struggle with his disbelieving people and his supplication against them, followed by Allah's praise of him. The broader context celebrates those who remained steadfast in their mission despite facing severe opposition.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) mentioned Nuh among the five greatest messengers in a hadith recorded in Sahih Muslim, stating: 'The greatest of the messengers are five: Nuh, Ibrahim, Musa, 'Isa, and Muhammad.' Additionally, Nuh is described in Sahih Bukhari as having called his people for 950 years with patience and perseverance.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches us that true success is measured not by worldly acceptance or acclaim, but by remaining faithful to Allah's mission and receiving His approval. Even when people reject the message, those who persevere in righteousness earn Allah's eternal praise and peace that transcends all generations.