يَوْمَ نَقُولُ لِجَهَنَّمَ هَلِ ٱمْتَلَأْتِ وَتَقُولُ هَلْ مِن مَّزِيدٍ 30
Translations
On the Day We will say to Hell, "Have you been filled?" and it will say, "Are there some more,"
Transliteration
Yawma naqoolu lijahannama hal imtala'ti wa taqoolu hal min mazeed
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah depicts the Day of Judgment when Allah addresses Hellfire, asking if it has become full, and Hellfire responds by asking if there is more to come. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi interpret this as illustrating the vastness of Hell's capacity and the multitude of those destined for it, emphasizing that despite the enormous number of inhabitants, Hell will never be satisfied or full. This miraculous dialogue between Allah and creation underscores the reality of the afterlife and serves as a warning of Hell's terrible fate for those who reject Allah's guidance.
Revelation Context
This ayah occurs in Surah Qaf, a Meccan chapter that emphasizes the certainty of the Day of Resurrection and divine judgment. It appears within a broader context describing scenes from the Day of Judgment, reinforcing the Quranic theme of accountability and the reality of the afterlife—crucial topics for early Muslims facing persecution in Mecca who needed reassurance of ultimate divine justice.
Related Hadiths
Sahih Bukhari (3348): The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said, 'Hell will say, "Is there any more?" and the Lord will say, "Enough, enough!"' This hadith directly illustrates and confirms the meaning of this ayah regarding Hell's insatiable nature.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah serves as a sobering reminder of the reality of Hell and the seriousness of one's choices in this life, urging believers to seek Allah's mercy and turn away from disobedience. For modern readers, it emphasizes that no amount of worldly distraction should make us complacent about our spiritual state and ultimate accountability before Allah.