وَٱجْعَل لِّى لِسَانَ صِدْقٍ فِى ٱلْـَٔاخِرِينَ 84
Translations
And grant me a mention [i.e., reputation] of honor among later generations.
Transliteration
Wa-j'al lee lisana sidqin fil-akhireen
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah is part of Prophet Ibrahim's supplication to Allah, where he asks Allah to grant him a truthful tongue among the later generations. According to Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi, this means Ibrahim requested that his good reputation, truthfulness, and legacy of righteousness be preserved and remembered by those who come after him. This supplication was answered, as Ibrahim is indeed honored and praised throughout generations in Islamic tradition and is mentioned with the highest respect in the Quran.
Revelation Context
This verse occurs within Surah Ash-Shu'ara, a Meccan chapter that details various prophets' messages and supplications. The ayah is part of Ibrahim's dua (invocation) found in verses 83-89, wherein the Prophet supplicates to Allah for wisdom, righteousness, and a good legacy. The broader context emphasizes the piety and noble character of the prophets and their reliance upon Allah through heartfelt prayers.
Related Hadiths
Hadith in Sahih Bukhari and Sahih Muslim: The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said regarding truthfulness: 'Truthfulness leads to righteousness, and righteousness leads to Paradise.' This echoes the value placed on 'lisan sidq' (truthful tongue) as a means to lasting honor and divine pleasure.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches Muslims to prioritize truthfulness and integrity in their words and deeds, knowing that such character builds a lasting positive legacy. It reminds us that sincere supplication to Allah for righteousness and a good name among people is a worthy and noble aspiration.