Al-Jinn | The Jinn
[72:1] Say, ‘It has been revealed to me that a group from Jinn has listened (to the Qur‘an), and said (to their people), Indeed we have heard an amazing Recital (Qur‘an)
[72:2] that guides to the right way, so we have believed in it, and we will never associate a partner with our Lord’.
[72:3] and (then the Jinns started talking to each other) that exalted is the Glory of our Lord; He has taken neither a wife, nor a son,
[72:4] and that the fools among us used to attribute to Allah extremely absurd things,
[72:5] and that we thought that the humans and the Jinn would never tell a lie about Allah, (therefore, we had followed them in shirk under this impression),
[72:6] and that some guys from human beings used to seek refuge with some guys of the Jinn, and thus they increased them (the Jinns) in arrogance,
[72:7] and that they (humans) thought as you (O Jinns) thought that Allah will never resurrect anyone,
[72:8] and that we sought (to reach) the sky, but we found it filled with stern guards and flames,
[72:9] and that we used to sit at places therein to listen; but if one will (try to) listen now, he will find a flame in ambush for him,
[72:10] and that we do not know whether it is a bad end that is intended for those on earth, or their Lord has intended for them a right thing,
[72:11] and that some of us are (already) righteous, and some of us are otherwise, and we were on different ways;
[72:12] and that we have now believed that we can never frustrate Allah on the earth, nor can we baffle Him by escape,
[72:13] and that when we heard the Guiding Discourse, we believed in it; so if one believes in his Lord, he will have no fear of either any curtailment (in his reward) or any excess (in his punishment),
[72:14] and that some of us are Muslims, and some of us are unjust. Now, those who submitted to Islam have found out the right path,
[72:15] As for the unjust, they have become firewood for Hell.
[72:16] (And it is also revealed to me) that if they (the people of Makkah) had stood firm on the (right) way, We would have supplied water to them in abundance,
[72:17] so that We test them thereby; and if one turns away from the remembrance of his Lord, He will thrust him into a severe torment,
[72:18] and that masajid (mosques) belong to Allah; so, do not invoke anyone along with Allah,
[72:19] and that when Allah‘s servant stood invoking Him, they almost rushed on him in crowds.
[72:20] Say, ‘I invoke my Lord, and do not associate anyone with Him’.
[72:21] Say, ‘I possess no power to cause you any harm or bring you to a right way’.
[72:22] Say, ‘No one can ever save me from Allah, and I can never find a refuge save with Him.
[72:23]
However, (I have been given power) of conveying (commands) from Allah, and His messages. The one who disobeys Allah and His Messenger, for him there is the fire of Hell, wherein such people will live forever’.
[72:24] (The disbelievers will continue denying the truth and mock at it) until when they will see what they are promised, they will know whose supporters are weaker, and whose numbers are less.
[72:25] Say, ‘I do not know whether that which you are promised is near, or my Lord has appointed for it a distant term’.
[72:26] (He is the) Knower of the Unseen. So He does not let anyone know the Unseen created by Him,
[72:27] except a messenger whom He chooses (to inform through revelation), and then He appoints (angels as) watching guards before him and behind him, (so that devils may not tamper with the divine revelation,)
[72:28] so that He knows that they (angels) have conveyed the messages of their Lord. And He has encompassed all that is with them, and has comprehensive knowledge of everything by numbers.
[72:1] Say, ‘It has been revealed to me that a group from Jinn has listened (to the Qur‘an), and said (to their people), Indeed we have heard an amazing Recital (Qur‘an)
[72:2] that guides to the right way, so we have believed in it, and we will never associate a partner with our Lord’.
[72:3] and (then the Jinns started talking to each other) that exalted is the Glory of our Lord; He has taken neither a wife, nor a son,
[72:4] and that the fools among us used to attribute to Allah extremely absurd things,
[72:5] and that we thought that the humans and the Jinn would never tell a lie about Allah, (therefore, we had followed them in shirk under this impression),
[72:6] and that some guys from human beings used to seek refuge with some guys of the Jinn, and thus they increased them (the Jinns) in arrogance,
[72:7] and that they (humans) thought as you (O Jinns) thought that Allah will never resurrect anyone,
[72:8] and that we sought (to reach) the sky, but we found it filled with stern guards and flames,
[72:9] and that we used to sit at places therein to listen; but if one will (try to) listen now, he will find a flame in ambush for him,
[72:10] and that we do not know whether it is a bad end that is intended for those on earth, or their Lord has intended for them a right thing,
[72:11] and that some of us are (already) righteous, and some of us are otherwise, and we were on different ways;
[72:12] and that we have now believed that we can never frustrate Allah on the earth, nor can we baffle Him by escape,
[72:13] and that when we heard the Guiding Discourse, we believed in it; so if one believes in his Lord, he will have no fear of either any curtailment (in his reward) or any excess (in his punishment),
[72:14] and that some of us are Muslims, and some of us are unjust. Now, those who submitted to Islam have found out the right path,
[72:15] As for the unjust, they have become firewood for Hell.
[72:16] (And it is also revealed to me) that if they (the people of Makkah) had stood firm on the (right) way, We would have supplied water to them in abundance,
[72:17] so that We test them thereby; and if one turns away from the remembrance of his Lord, He will thrust him into a severe torment,
[72:18] and that masajid (mosques) belong to Allah; so, do not invoke anyone along with Allah,
[72:19] and that when Allah‘s servant stood invoking Him, they almost rushed on him in crowds.
[72:20] Say, ‘I invoke my Lord, and do not associate anyone with Him’.
[72:21] Say, ‘I possess no power to cause you any harm or bring you to a right way’.
[72:22] Say, ‘No one can ever save me from Allah, and I can never find a refuge save with Him.
[72:23]
However, (I have been given power) of conveying (commands) from Allah, and His messages. The one who disobeys Allah and His Messenger, for him there is the fire of Hell, wherein such people will live forever’.
[72:24] (The disbelievers will continue denying the truth and mock at it) until when they will see what they are promised, they will know whose supporters are weaker, and whose numbers are less.
[72:25] Say, ‘I do not know whether that which you are promised is near, or my Lord has appointed for it a distant term’.
[72:26] (He is the) Knower of the Unseen. So He does not let anyone know the Unseen created by Him,
[72:27] except a messenger whom He chooses (to inform through revelation), and then He appoints (angels as) watching guards before him and behind him, (so that devils may not tamper with the divine revelation,)
[72:28] so that He knows that they (angels) have conveyed the messages of their Lord. And He has encompassed all that is with them, and has comprehensive knowledge of everything by numbers.
Tafsir
Overview of Surah Al-Jinn
- Title and Position: Surah Al-Jinn is the 72nd chapter of the Quran. The title “Al-Jinn” translates to “The Jinn,” referring to the invisible beings created from smokeless fire, as mentioned in Islamic theology.
- Verses and Structure: This surah contains 28 verses. It discusses the encounter between a group of jinn and the Prophet Muhammad, where they heard the Quran being recited and believed in its message.
- Themes and Messages: Major themes include the acknowledgment of the Quran’s revelation, the nature and diversity of belief among the jinn, their interaction with the human world, and the broader cosmic order under God’s command.
- Significance in Islamic Thought: Surah Al-Jinn is significant for its insights into the unseen world, highlighting the universality of the Quran’s message and the accountability of all beings before God.
Detailed Explanation
- Encounter with the Jinn: The surah narrates an incident where a group of jinn listened to the Quran, leading to their belief and acknowledgment of its truth, showcasing the impact of divine revelation beyond the human realm.
- Belief and Reaction of the Jinn: It details the jinn’s reaction to the Quran, their subsequent belief, and their discussions about the guidance and warnings contained within the revelation.
- Nature of the Jinn: The surah provides insights into the characteristics of jinn, their societies, their ability to ascend to the heavens, and their realization of the increased surveillance by divine forces.
- Messages to Humanity: Through the experiences of the jinn, the surah conveys messages about the oneness of God, the reality of the afterlife, the importance of following divine guidance, and the avoidance of false beliefs and practices.
- Divine Sovereignty: The surah emphasizes God’s complete control over the cosmos, highlighting that both humans and jinn are subject to His laws and judgment.
FAQs
- Why is Surah Al-Jinn named “The Jinn”?
- The surah is named “Al-Jinn” because it focuses on the interaction between the jinn and the divine message, offering a unique perspective on the reach and acceptance of the Quran.
- What is the significance of the jinn’s belief in the Quran?
- The jinn’s belief in the Quran signifies the universal nature of its message, applicable to all rational beings, and illustrates the diversity of creation and the common spiritual journey towards understanding God.
- How does the surah describe the characteristics and society of the jinn?
- The surah describes the jinn as beings with free will, capable of belief and disbelief, with their societies and dynamics, emphasizing their accountability in the cosmic order.
- What lessons can humans learn from Surah Al-Jinn?
- Humans can learn about the unseen aspects of creation, the importance of heeding divine guidance, the universality of the Quran’s message, and the shared destiny of all beings in the afterlife.
- The surah is named “Al-Jinn” because it focuses on the interaction between the jinn and the divine message, offering a unique perspective on the reach and acceptance of the Quran.
- The jinn’s belief in the Quran signifies the universal nature of its message, applicable to all rational beings, and illustrates the diversity of creation and the common spiritual journey towards understanding God.
- The surah describes the jinn as beings with free will, capable of belief and disbelief, with their societies and dynamics, emphasizing their accountability in the cosmic order.
- Humans can learn about the unseen aspects of creation, the importance of heeding divine guidance, the universality of the Quran’s message, and the shared destiny of all beings in the afterlife.
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