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The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation

Declaration of the Qur'an as a divine revelation from Allah, emphasizing His might and mercy.

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The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation
Declaration of the Qur'an as a divine revelation from Allah, emphasizing His might and mercy.

The revelation of the Almighty, the Merciful.

Surah 36, Ayah 5
Multi-Source Confirmation
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[This is] a revelation of the Exalted in Might, the Merciful,
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the sending down of the All-mighty, the All-wise,
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(and this Qur'an) is a revelation from the Most Mighty, the Most Compassionate
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It is a Revelation sent down by (Him), the Exalted in Might, Most Merciful.
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A revelation of the Mighty, the Merciful,
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Alighting the Arrogant Crown
We placed shackles around their necks, up to their chins, so they are stiff-necked.
Surah 36, Ayah 8
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The Dual Duty of the Believer: Warning and Reassurance
You warn only him who follows the Message, and fears the Most Gracious inwardly. So give him good news of...
Surah 36, Ayah 11
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The Divine Ledger: Witnessing the Life‑Death‑Life Cycle
It is We who revive the dead; and We write down what they have forwarded, and their traces. We have tallied all...
Surah 36, Ayah 12
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian
Breaking News
Divine Address
10 communiques
The Futility of False Intercession
"Shall I take other gods instead of Him? If the Merciful desires harm for me, their intercession will not avail me at all, nor will they save me."
Surah 36, Ayah 23 This verse, taken from Surah Yasin, reminds us that the path of true faith is the path of tawheed—complete monotheism. The Qur’an repeatedly warns that those who turn to other gods or rely on the inte
The Prophet’s Call to Attention
"I have believed in your Lord, so listen to me.”"
Surah 36, Ayah 25 In 36:25 the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ affirms his faith in Allah and calls upon his followers to listen—an act that transcends mere hearing to become an intentional, heartfelt engagement with divine guidanc
Bridging the Gap: Turning the Prophet’s Wish into Action
"It was said, “Enter Paradise.” He said, “If only my people knew."
Surah 36, Ayah 26 The verse reveals the Prophet Muhammad’s (peace be upon him) unique role as a *khalīfah*—a caretaker who not only delivered the divine message but also yearned for his people’s deeper understanding.
The Gift of Divine Grace: Embracing Forgiveness and Honor
"How my Lord has forgiven me, and made me one of the honored.”"
Surah 36, Ayah 27 The verse from Yasin (36:27) encapsulates the heart of Islamic theology: forgiveness (al‑‘afwa) is not merely a concession but a divine gift that elevates the believer to the company of the honored (a
Guarding the Present, Heeding the Future: A Call to Mindful Mercy
"Yet when it is said to them, “Beware of what lies before you, and what lies behind you, that you may receive mercy.”"
Surah 36, Ayah 45 Surah Yasin, often called the 'heart of the Qur’an,' presents this verse as a dual reminder: life is a series of fleeting moments (the 'before' and 'behind') that shape our eternal destiny. Islamic sc
The True Purpose of Almsgiving: A Call Beyond Pride
"And when it is said to them, “Spend of what God has provided for you,” those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Shall we feed someone whom God could feed, if He so willed? You must be deeply misguided.”"
Surah 36, Ayah 47 Surah Ya‑Sin reminds believers that charity is not a means to prove superiority but a manifestation of gratitude toward Allah’s blessings. The verse contrasts the believers’ humble reliance on divine
From Slumber to Mercy: The Promise of Awakening
"They will say, “Woe to us! Who resurrected us from our resting-place?” This is what the Most Gracious had promised, and the messengers have spoken the truth.”"
Surah 36, Ayah 52 The Qur’anic image of awakening from sleep is a powerful metaphor for the believer’s journey from ignorance to knowledge. In 36:52, the disbelievers’ lament—‘O woe to us!’—is answered by the certainty
Shunning the Devil’s Call
"Did I not covenant with you, O Children of Adam, that you shall not serve the devil? That he is your sworn enemy?"
Surah 36, Ayah 60 The verse in 36:60 is a stern reminder that Satan’s allure is not merely a fleeting temptation but a form of shirk—worshipping an enemy of Allah. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazali emphasiz
Reason as a Light Against Deception
"He has misled a great multitude of you. Did you not understand?"
Surah 36, Ayah 62 The Qur’an repeatedly urges believers to employ reason as a means of discerning truth, especially when faced with misleading claims. In 36:62, Allah reminds us that many among us have been led astray
Facing the Flames of Denial
"Roast in it today, because you persistently disbelieved."
Surah 36, Ayah 64 The verse from Surah Sad (36:64) serves as a stern reminder that denial of Allah’s message invites eternal punishment. Classical scholars, such as Ibn Kathir, explain that the phrase ‘burn therein tod
Bediuzzaman Said Nursi Bediuzzaman Said Nursi | Unseen Bureau Correspondent
Character Dossier
14 characters in this edition
Allah
spiritual entity
67 mentions this sura
4187 total mentions
Dominant: Transcendence
esteem
1.2
safety
3.2
transcendence
10
belonging love
1.0
self actualization
0.9
Shall I take other gods instead of Him? If the Merciful desires harm for me, their intercession will not avail me at all, nor will they save me.
Surah 36, Ayah 23
I have believed in your Lord, so listen to me.”
Surah 36, Ayah 25
It was said, “Enter Paradise.” He said, “If only my people knew.
Surah 36, Ayah 26
How my Lord has forgiven me, and made me one of the honored.”
Surah 36, Ayah 27
Allah Believers forgiveness_honor
Allah Children of Adam covenant_reminder
Disbelievers
group
22 mentions this sura
1145 total mentions
Dominant: Transcendence
transcendence
10
belonging love
0.2
self actualization
0.5
Mankind
group
19 mentions this sura
495 total mentions
Dominant: Safety
esteem
2.2
safety
10
transcendence
4.1
belonging love
6.5
self actualization
1.4
Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent
The Consequence Column
Children of Adam
enmity
Iblis
36:60
Ibn Khaldun Ibn Khaldun | War Correspondent & Political Analyst
Faction Map
14 characters · 5 relationships
Allah (67)
Disbelievers (22)
Mankind (19)
Believers (17)
Muhammad (9)
Messengers (9)
Iblis (2)
Polytheists (2)
Children of Adam (2)
Adam (1)
Quraysh (1)
Nuh (1)
People of Nuh (1)
Israfil (1)
Allah Believers forgiveness_honor
Believers Messengers advocacy
Muhammad Quraysh expulsion
Allah Children of Adam covenant_reminder
Children of Adam Iblis enmity
Ibn Taymiyyah Ibn Taymiyyah | Opposition Desk Editor
Audio Edition
Full Chapter Audio
83 verse segments
Speaker Distribution
Us 3 ye 2 man 4 Allah 7 Narrator 63 The ( people 2 Messengers/Prophets 2
Verse Segments
Surah 36, Ayah 1 Narrator
Ya, Seen.
Surah 36, Ayah 2 Narrator
By the Wise Quran.
Surah 36, Ayah 3 Narrator
You are one of the messengers.
Surah 36, Ayah 4 Narrator
On a straight path.
Surah 36, Ayah 5 Narrator
The revelation of the Almighty, the Merciful.
Surah 36, Ayah 6 Narrator
To warn a people whose ancestors were not warned, and so they are unaware.
Surah 36, Ayah 7 Narrator
The Word was realized against most of them, for they do not believe.
Surah 36, Ayah 8 Narrator
We placed shackles around their necks, up to their chins, so they are stiff-necked.
Surah 36, Ayah 9 Narrator
And We placed a barrier in front of them, and a barrier behind them, and We have enshrouded them, so
Surah 36, Ayah 10 Narrator
It is the same for them, whether you warn them, or do not warn them—they will not believe.
Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent
Editorial
Word of the Edition
Faith
Appears 75 times · 16.6% of themes
Faith
75
Guidance
52
Creation
42
Prophets
34
Afterlife
31
Knowledge
29
Mercy
27
Accountability
21
Surah 36, Ayah 1 Listening to the Divine Call: The Echo of Ya Surah 36, Ayah 2 Embracing the Living Wisdom of the Qur'an Surah 36, Ayah 4 The Beacon of the Straight Path
Fakhr al-Din al-Razi Fakhr al-Din al-Razi | Science & Cosmos Correspondent
Cross-Edition References
1, Ayah 6 -- The Beacon of the Straight Path 38x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 6 -- The Beacon of the Straight Path 38x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 7 -- The Beacon of the Straight Path 38x cited
2, Ayah 8 -- The Beacon of the Straight Path 38x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 1 -- The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation 22x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 2 -- The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation 22x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 3 -- The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation 22x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 4 -- The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation 22x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 38 -- Guarding the Present, Heeding the Future: A Call to Mindful Mercy 5x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 84 -- Guarding the Present, Heeding the Future: A Call to Mindful Mercy 5x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 126 -- Guarding the Present, Heeding the Future: A Call to Mindful Mercy 5x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 190 -- Guarding the Present, Heeding the Future: A Call to Mindful Mercy 5x cited
Surah Sura, Ayah 2, Ayah -- Embracing the Living Wisdom of the Qur'an 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 129 -- Embracing the Living Wisdom of the Qur'an 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 266 -- Embracing the Living Wisdom of the Qur'an 2x cited
Edition 5 Surah 5, Ayah 100 -- Embracing the Living Wisdom of the Qur'an 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 65 -- The Messenger’s Echo: Living the Call of Truth 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 76 -- The Messenger’s Echo: Living the Call of Truth 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 87 -- The Messenger’s Echo: Living the Call of Truth 2x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 104 -- The Messenger’s Echo: Living the Call of Truth 2x cited
Imam al-Qurtubi Imam al-Qurtubi | Senior Legal Analyst
Reader Action
Supplications
The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation
O Allah, You are Exalted in Might and merciful; grant me the strength to act with power, and the compassion to act with mercy, that I may live in accordance with Your revelation.
Surah 36, Ayah 5
Alighting the Arrogant Crown
O Allah, remove from me the shackles of arrogance, lower my head, and keep me in humility.
Surah 36, Ayah 8
The Dual Duty of the Believer: Warning and Reassurance
O Allah, grant me the humility to warn, the wisdom to inspire, and the patience to remind those who seek Your mercy. Strengthen my heart so that my words bring them closer to You, and bless them with Your forgiveness and noble reward.
Surah 36, Ayah 11
Daily Actions
The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation
Whenever you face doubt or fear, pause and recite this verse, letting its reminder of Allah’s might and mercy anchor your heart.
Surah 36, Ayah 5
Alighting the Arrogant Crown
Before every conversation or decision, lower your gaze, breathe, and silently say, ‘I bow my head before Allah’ to humble yourself.
Surah 36, Ayah 8
The Dual Duty of the Believer: Warning and Reassurance
Identify a sincere believer today and deliver a heartfelt reminder of Allah’s mercy and reward, not just a warning.
Surah 36, Ayah 11
Reflect
The Power‑Mercy Manifest: Embracing Divine Revelation -- When I read the Qur’an, do I see it as a set of commands, or as a living source of divine might and mercy that shapes my actions?
Alighting the Arrogant Crown -- When have I allowed my head to stay aloft, thinking I am above others? How does that affect my relationships?
The Dual Duty of the Believer: Warning and Reassurance -- When I warn others, do I also offer them hope and encouragement, or do I merely point out danger? How does this affect the recipient’s faith and my own sincerity?
Weekly Challenge
Power‑Mercy Action Journal: 1. Each morning write a challenge you anticipate. 2. Recite verse 36:5 aloud, feeling power and mercy. 3. Take a concrete action that asserts power (e.g., set a boundary) and also shows mercy (e.g., offer help). 4. At day’s end, note how the action felt and record any shift in mindset. 5. After 7 days, review the journal, identify patterns, and set one long‑term practice that balances strength with compassion.
Surah 36, Ayah 5
Take a deep breath, sit comfortably, and recite the verse aloud twice. Feel the contrast of power and mercy, then write a one‑sentence reflection: ‘I feel empowered and soothed by Allah’s words.’ Surah 36, Ayah 5
Stand, close your eyes, take a deep breath, lower your gaze to the floor, and say silently, ‘I bow my head before Allah.’ Surah 36, Ayah 8
Imam al-Ghazali Imam al-Ghazali | Editor-in-Chief
The Revelation Transcript
83 verses
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Ya, Seen.
2
By the Wise Quran.
3
You are one of the messengers.
4
On a straight path.
5
The revelation of the Almighty, the Merciful.
6
To warn a people whose ancestors were not warned, and so they are unaware.
7
The Word was realized against most of them, for they do not believe.
8
We placed shackles around their necks, up to their chins, so they are stiff-necked.
9
And We placed a barrier in front of them, and a barrier behind them, and We have enshrouded them, so they cannot see.
10
It is the same for them, whether you warn them, or do not warn them—they will not believe.
11
You warn only him who follows the Message, and fears the Most Gracious inwardly. So give him good news of forgiveness, and a generous reward.
12
It is We who revive the dead; and We write down what they have forwarded, and their traces. We have tallied all things in a Clear Record.
13
And cite for them the parable of the landlords of the town—when the messengers came to it.
14
Narrator
We sent them two messengers, but they denied them both, so We reinforced them with a third. They said, “We are messengers to you.”
15
The ( people
They said, “You are nothing but humans like us, and the Gracious did not send down anything; you are only lying.”
16
The ( people
They said, “Our Lord knows that we are messengers to you.
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Narrator
And our only duty is clear communication.”
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Narrator
They said, “We see an evil omen in you; if you do not give up, we will stone you, and a painful punishment from us will befall you.”
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ye
They said, “Your evil omen is upon you. Is it because you were reminded? But you are an extravagant people.”
20
Then a man came running from the remotest part of the city. He said, “O my people, follow the messengers.
21
Messengers/Prophets
Follow those who ask you of no wage, and are themselves guided.
22
“And why should I not worship Him Who created me, and to Whom you will be returned?
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Allah
Shall I take other gods instead of Him? If the Merciful desires harm for me, their intercession will not avail me at all, nor will they save me.
24
In that case, I would be completely lost.
25
Allah
I have believed in your Lord, so listen to me.”
26
Allah
It was said, “Enter Paradise.” He said, “If only my people knew.
27
Allah
How my Lord has forgiven me, and made me one of the honored.”
28
After him, We sent down no hosts from heaven to his people; nor would We ever send any down.
29
It was just one Cry, and they were stilled.
30
Alas for the servants. No messenger ever came to them, but they ridiculed him.
31
Have they not considered how many generations We destroyed before them; and that unto them they will not return?
32
All of them, every single one of them, will be arraigned before Us.
33
And there is a sign for them in the dead land: We give it life, and produce from it grains from which they eat.
34
And We place in it gardens of palm-trees and vines, and cause springs to gush out of it.
35
That they may eat from its fruits, although their hands did not make it. Will they not be appreciative?
36
Glory be to Him who created all the pairs; of what the earth produces, and of their own selves, and of what they do not know.
37
Another sign for them is the night: We strip the day out of it—and they are in darkness.
38
And the sun runs towards its destination. Such is the design of the Almighty, the All-Knowing.
39
And the moon: We have disposed it in phases, until it returns like the old twig.
40
The sun is not to overtake the moon, nor is the night to outpace the day. Each floats in an orbit.
41
Another sign for them is that We carried their offspring in the laden Ark.
42
And We created for them the like of it, in which they ride.
43
If We will, We can drown them—with no screaming to be heard from them, nor will they be saved.
44
Except by a mercy from Us, and enjoyment for a while.
45
Allah
Yet when it is said to them, “Beware of what lies before you, and what lies behind you, that you may receive mercy.”
46
Yet never came to them a sign of their Lord’s signs, but they turned away from it.
47
Allah
And when it is said to them, “Spend of what God has provided for you,” those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Shall we feed someone whom God could feed, if He so willed? You must be deeply misguided.”
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ye
And they say, “When will this promise be, if you are truthful?”
49
All they can expect is a single blast, which will seize them while they feud.
50
They will not be able to make a will, nor will they return to their families.
51
The Trumpet will be blown, then behold, they will rush from the tombs to their Lord.
52
Allah
They will say, “Woe to us! Who resurrected us from our resting-place?” This is what the Most Gracious had promised, and the messengers have spoken the truth.”
53
It will be but a single scream; and behold, they will all be brought before Us.
54
On that Day, no soul will be wronged in the least, and you will be recompensed only for what you used to do.
55
The inhabitants of Paradise, on that Day, will be happily busy.
56
They and their spouses, in shades, reclining on couches.
57
They will have therein fruits. They will have whatever they call for.
58
Messengers/Prophets
Peace—a saying from a Most Merciful Lord.
59
But step aside today, you criminals.
60
Us
Did I not covenant with you, O Children of Adam, that you shall not serve the devil? That he is your sworn enemy?
61
And that you shall serve Me? This is a straight path.
62
Us
He has misled a great multitude of you. Did you not understand?
63
This is Hellfire, which you were promised.
64
Us
Roast in it today, because you persistently disbelieved.
65
On this Day, We will seal their mouths, and their hands will speak to Us, and their feet will testify to everything they had done.
66
If We will, We can blind their eyes as they rush towards the path—but how will they see?
67
And if We will, We can cripple them in their place; so they can neither move forward, nor go back.
68
Whomever We grant old age, We reverse his development. Do they not understand?
69
We did not teach him poetry, nor is it proper for him. It is only a reminder, and a Clear Quran.
70
That he may warn whoever is alive, and prove the Word against the faithless.
71
Have they not seen that We created for them, of Our Handiwork, livestock that they own?
72
And We subdued them for them. Some they ride, and some they eat.
73
And they have in them other benefits, and drinks. Will they not give thanks?
74
Yet they have taken to themselves gods other than God, that perhaps they may be helped.
75
They cannot help them, although they are arrayed as troops for them.
76
So let their words not sadden you. We know what they conceal, and what they reveal.
77
Does the human being not consider that We created him from a seed? Yet he becomes a fierce adversary.
78
man
And he produces arguments against Us, and he forgets his own creation. He says, “Who will revive the bones when they have decayed?”
79
man
Say, “He who initiated them in the first instance will revive them. He has knowledge of every creation.”
80
He who produced fuel for you from the green trees, with which you kindle a fire.
81
man
Is not He who created the heavens and the earth able to create the like of them? Certainly. He is the Supreme All-Knowing Creator.
82
man
His command, when He wills a thing, is to say to it, “Be,” and it comes to be.
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So glory be to Him in whose hand is the dominion of everything, and to Him you will be returned.
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian