۞ وَلَقَدْ ءَاتَيْنَا دَاوُۥدَ مِنَّا فَضْلًا ۖ يَـٰجِبَالُ أَوِّبِى مَعَهُۥ وَٱلطَّيْرَ ۖ وَأَلَنَّا لَهُ ٱلْحَدِيدَ 10
Translations
And We certainly gave David from Us bounty. [We said], "O mountains, repeat [Our] praises with him, and the birds [as well]." And We made pliable for him iron,
Transliteration
Wa laqad ataina dawuda minna fadlan ya jibalu awwibi ma'ahu wa al-taira wa alanna lahu al-hadid
Tafsir (Explanation)
Allah granted Prophet Dawud (David) exceptional favors, commanding the mountains and birds to glorify Allah along with him, and softening iron for him to craft armor and vessels. This ayah emphasizes Dawud's unique status as a messenger and the miraculous abilities Allah bestowed upon him as signs of His power and favor. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir note this demonstrates both Dawud's righteousness and Allah's ability to subdue creation to His chosen servants.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears in Surah Saba, which addresses the signs of Allah's power and mercy. The context discusses various prophets and their gifts. This particular passage emphasizes Dawud's unique miracles as evidence of prophethood and divine favor, distinguishing him among messengers through supernatural abilities granted by Allah.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said regarding Dawud: 'The most beloved fast to Allah is the fast of Dawud; he used to fast every other day.' (Sahih Muslim 1159). Additionally, Surah Saba 34:11 is related to hadiths about the jinn working under Sulayman's command, showing Allah's subjugation of creation to prophets.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches that true honor and capability come from Allah's favor rather than human effort alone, inspiring believers to seek divine assistance in their endeavors. It also reminds us that Allah can make the impossible possible for those He chooses, encouraging trust in His power and submission to His will.