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The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice

Divine punishment of the Elephant by tying its neck with a rope of palm‑fiber

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The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
Divine punishment of the Elephant by tying its neck with a rope of palm‑fiber

Around her neck is a rope of thorns.

Surah 111, Ayah 5
Multi-Source Confirmation
sahih
Around her neck is a rope of [twisted] fiber.
arberry
upon her neck a rope of palm-fibre.
maududi
upon her neck shall be a rope of palm-fibre.
yusufali
A twisted rope of palm-leaf fibre round her (own) neck!
pickthall
Will have upon her neck a halter of palm-fibre.
high
The Ruination of Arrogance
Condemned are the hands of Abee Lahab, and he is condemned.
Surah 111, Ayah 1
high
The Mirage of Material Riches
His wealth did not avail him, nor did what he acquired.
Surah 111, Ayah 2
high
The Fiery Reminder of Accountability
He will burn in a Flaming Fire.
Surah 111, Ayah 3
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian
Audio Edition
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5 verse segments
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Verse Segments
Surah 111, Ayah 1 Narrator
Condemned are the hands of Abee Lahab, and he is condemned.
Surah 111, Ayah 2 Narrator
His wealth did not avail him, nor did what he acquired.
Surah 111, Ayah 3 Narrator
He will burn in a Flaming Fire.
Surah 111, Ayah 4 Narrator
And his wife—the firewood carrier.
Surah 111, Ayah 5 Narrator
Around her neck is a rope of thorns.
Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent
Editorial
Word of the Edition
Faith
Appears 5 times · 17.2% of themes
Faith
5
Accountability
4
Prophets
3
Worship
3
Guidance
3
Family
2
Community
2
Afterlife
2
Surah 111, Ayah 1 The Ruination of Arrogance Surah 111, Ayah 2 The Mirage of Material Riches Surah 111, Ayah 3 The Fiery Reminder of Accountability
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Cross-Edition References
1, Ayah 6 -- The Ruination of Arrogance 3x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 6 -- The Ruination of Arrogance 3x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 7 -- The Ruination of Arrogance 3x cited
2, Ayah 8 -- The Ruination of Arrogance 3x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 1 -- The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 2 -- The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 3 -- The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 4 -- The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
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Supplications
The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
O Allah, if I am bound by pride, untie my heart from arrogance, bind it instead to sincere humility, and guide my actions to reflect Your mercy and justice.
Surah 111, Ayah 5
The Ruination of Arrogance
O Allah, shield my heart from the venom of arrogance and grant me humility in every thought, word, and deed. Make my hands, like those of Abu Lahab, incapable of harming others, and let my actions bring You closer, not farther.
Surah 111, Ayah 1
The Mirage of Material Riches
O Allah, bind my heart not to the fleeting wealth of this world but to the eternal blessings of Your mercy. Guide me to seek wealth that benefits Your servants and to value what You have granted me beyond its worldly appearance.
Surah 111, Ayah 2
Daily Actions
The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice
Whenever pride or hubris surfaces, pause, visualize the twisted fiber rope, and recite a short reminder of Allah’s supremacy.
Surah 111, Ayah 5
The Ruination of Arrogance
When you notice any hint of arrogance in your thoughts or words today, pause, recite this verse, and consciously replace it with humility.
Surah 111, Ayah 1
The Mirage of Material Riches
Before every act of spending or acquiring, pause and ask: ‘What is the true value of this action beyond its material benefit?’
Surah 111, Ayah 2
Reflect
The Rope of Retribution: Humility Bound by Divine Justice -- In what moments do I let arrogance tighten its grip, and how would my life change if I were truly bound by the rope of divine retribution?
The Ruination of Arrogance -- Which of my actions today were driven by self‑importance rather than sincere intent, and how might I have handled them differently if I had remembered that arrogance is destined to be ruined?
The Mirage of Material Riches -- When did I let wealth dictate my priorities today, and how did that influence my sense of purpose and contentment?
Weekly Challenge
The Rope Challenge: For seven days, keep a ‘Pride Log’. Each time you feel a surge of arrogance (in speech, thought, or action), pause, visualize the twisted rope, and recite the short dua. Note the trigger and your emotional response. At the end of the week, review the log, identify patterns, and set one concrete intention to replace pride with humility in that area.
Surah 111, Ayah 5
Stand upright, close your eyes, and for 30 seconds imagine a thick rope of twisted fiber tightening around your neck. While breathing slowly, say silently, "Allahu Akbar, I submit to Your will, and I am humbled by Your justice." Surah 111, Ayah 5
Stand, close your eyes, take three slow breaths, then say the verse aloud: "May the hands of Abu Lahab be ruined, and ruined is he." Immediately write down one instance of arrogance you feel in your heart and write a counter‑action (e.g., a kind word, a helpful gesture, or a sincere apology). Surah 111, Ayah 1
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The Revelation Transcript
5 verses
1
Condemned are the hands of Abee Lahab, and he is condemned.
2
His wealth did not avail him, nor did what he acquired.
3
He will burn in a Flaming Fire.
4
And his wife—the firewood carrier.
5
Around her neck is a rope of thorns.
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian