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37 Surah As-Saffat (continued)

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Translation of the meaning by Sahih International.

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(Note: "n.d." denotes classical texts where modern standardized publication years vary across publishers, cited instead by their universally recognized book and Hadith numbers).(Note: "n.d." denotes classical texts where modern standardized publication years vary across publishers, cited instead by their universally recognized book and Hadith numbers).Page 447 of the Qur'an contains Surah As-Saffat (Chapter 37), verses 25 through 51. This section acts as a dramatic two-part presentation of the afterlife. It begins with the mutual recriminations of the wrongdoers as they are led to Hell, blaming one another for their misguidance. It then seamlessly transitions into a beautiful, vivid description of the eternal rewards, pure drinks, and joyful reunions enjoyed by the sincere servants of Allah in Paradise.

Classical commentaries (Tafsir), such as those by Ibn Kathir, Al-Qurtubi, and Al-Tabari, connect these verses to several authentic Hadiths and records of the Sunnah:

1. Verses 25–27: The Mutual Blame and Surrender of the Wrongdoers

"To them it will be said], 'What is [the matter] with you that you do not help each other?' But they, that Day, are in total surrender. And they will approach one another blaming each other." (Surah As-Saffat 37:25-27)

Relevant Hadith & Sunnah:

• The Isolation of the Arrogant Leaders: In this verse, the powerful elite and their blind followers are rendered completely helpless. The Sunnah describes how those who were arrogant or misleading in the world will be physically humiliated before being questioned.
  Sunan al-Tirmidhi (2492): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "The arrogant will be gathered on the Day of Resurrection like tiny ants in the form of men. Humiliation will overwhelm them from every side..." This physical reduction matches the absolute loss of power and failed mutual help described in verse 25.

2. Verses 40–44: The Sustenance and Elevated Couches of Paradise

"Except the chosen servants of Allah. Those will have a known provision — Fruits; and they will be honored In the Gardens of Pleasure, On couches facing one another." (Surah As-Saffat 37:40-44)

Relevant Hadith & Sunnah:

• The Nature of the Couches (Surur): Verse 44 describes the believers sitting on couches "facing one another" (Mutaqabilin). The Sunnah clarifies that the layout of Paradise removes all physical and social barriers, fostering perfect brotherhood.
  Sahih al-Bukhari (3245) & Sahih Muslim (2834): The Prophet ﷺ described the hearts of the people of Paradise, saying: "There will be no dissatisfaction or malice among them; their hearts will be as if the heart of a single man, and they will glorify Allah morning and evening." Exegetes note that sitting "facing one another" symbolizes that no one turns their back on another out of spite or discomfort.

3. Verses 45–47: The Pure Wine of Paradise

"There will be circulated among them a cup [of wine] from a flowing spring — White, delicious to the drinkers; No bad effect is there in it, nor from it will they be intoxicated." (Surah As-Saffat 37:45-47)

Relevant Hadith & Sunnah:

• The Contrast with Worldly Intoxicants: Unlike worldly wine, which causes headaches, loss of sanity, and sickness, the wine of Paradise is described as completely pure. The Sunnah establishes that withholding from worldly sin is the key to unlocking this specific reward.
  Sahih al-Bukhari (5575) & Sahih Muslim (2003): The Messenger of Allah ﷺ said: "Whoever drinks wine in this world and does not repent from it, will be forbidden from drinking it in the Hereafter."

• The Pure Taste: In descriptions of the celestial rivers mentioned by the Prophet ﷺ during the Night Journey (Isra and Mi'raj), he noted rivers of milk, honey, and wine that never spoil or alter in taste, providing the physical context for the "flowing spring" mentioned in verse 45.

4. Verses 48–49: The Pure Companions (Hoor al-Ayn)

"And with them will be women limiting their glances, having large, beautiful eyes, As if they were [delicate] eggs, well-protected." (Surah As-Saffat 37:48-49)

Relevant Hadith & Sunnah:

• Limiting Their Glances: The phrase "limiting their glances" (Qasirat at-Tarf) means they look only at their own spouses out of absolute devotion and love.

• The Radiance of the Heavenly Spouses: The Prophet ﷺ used distinct earthly metaphors, matching the "well-protected eggs" imagery of verse 49, to convey their otherworldly purity.
  Sahih al-Bukhari (3246): The Prophet ﷺ said: "If a woman from the people of Paradise were to look at the earth, she would fill the space between them with light and a beautiful fragrance. The scarf upon her head is better than the world and everything in it."

5. Verses 50–51: Reminiscing About the Worldly Life

"And they will approach one another, inquiring of each other. A speaker among them will say, 'Indeed, I had a companion [in the world]...'" (Surah As-Saffat 37:50-51)

Relevant Hadith & Sunnah:

• Social Life in Paradise: These verses show that the people of Paradise retain their earthly memories and will sit together to talk about their past lives, trials, and friends.
  Tafsir Ibn Kathir / Al-Bazzar: It is narrated via early prophetic traditions that the believers in Paradise will desire to visit their old friends. They will recline on their elevated couches and discuss the difficulties they faced in the worldly life, celebrating how Allah saved them through faith, which serves as the direct introduction to the narrative spanning the rest of the Surah.

References

• Al-Bukhari, M. (n.d.). Sahih al-Bukhari. (Reference to Hadiths 3245, 3246, 5575).

• Al-Tirmidhi, M. (n.d.). Sunan al-Tirmidhi. (Reference to Hadith 2492).

• Ibn Kathir, I. (n.d.). Tafsir al-Qur'an al-Azim (Commentary on Surah As-Saffat 37:25-51).

• Muslim ibn al-Hajjaj. (n.d.). Sahih Muslim. (Reference to Hadiths 2003, 2834).

• Al-Tabari, I. J. (n.d.). Jami' al-Bayan 'an Ta'wil ay al-Qur'an (Tafsir al-Tabari).

(Note: "n.d." denotes classical texts where modern standardized publication years vary across publishers, cited instead by their universally recognized book and Hadith numbers).