Edition 34 of 114
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سبأ
Saba
— Saba
The Sovereign Song of Praise
Praise to Allah, acknowledging His universal dominion and attributes of wisdom and awareness.
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The Sovereign Song of Praise
Praise to Allah, acknowledging His universal dominion and attributes of wisdom and awareness.
Praise be to God, to Whom belongs everything in the heavens and the earth; and praise be to Him in the Hereafter. He is the Wise, the Expert.
34:1
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih
[All] praise is [due] to Allah, to whom belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth, and to Him belongs [all] praise in the Hereafter. And He is the Wise, the Acquainted.
en.arberry
Praise belongs to God to whom belongs whatsoever is in the heavens and whatsoever is in the earth. To Him belongs praise also in the Hereafter; He is the All-wise, the All-aware.
en.maududi
All praise be to Allah to Whom belongs all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth, and all praise be to Him in the World to Come. He is Most Wise, All-Aware.
en.yusufali
Praise be to Allah, to Whom belong all things in the heavens and on earth: to Him be Praise in the Hereafter: and He is Full of Wisdom, acquainted with all things.
en.pickthall
Praise be to Allah, unto Whom belongeth whatsoever is in the heavens and whatsoever is in the earth. His is the praise in the Hereafter, and He is the Wise, the Aware.
highest Priority
Witnessing the Hidden: A Daily Glimpse into Allah's All‑Knowing
He knows what penetrates into the earth, and what comes out of it, and what descends from the sky, and what ascends to it. He is the Merciful, the Forgiving.
34:2
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth,...
34:3
The Covenant of Reward: Belief, Deed, and Divine Provision
That He may recompense those who believe and do good works. Those will have forgiveness, and a generous provision.
34:4
Front Page
The Sovereign Song of Praise
Praise to Allah, acknowledging His universal dominion and attributes of wisdom and awareness.
Praise be to God, to Whom belongs everything in the heavens and the earth; and praise be to Him in the Hereafter. He is the Wise, the Expert.
34:1
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih[All] praise is [due] to Allah, to whom belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth, and to Him belongs [all] praise in the Hereafter. And He is the Wise, the Acquainted.
en.arberryPraise belongs to God to whom belongs whatsoever is in the heavens and whatsoever is in the earth. To Him belongs praise also in the Hereafter; He is the All-wise, the All-aware.
en.maududiAll praise be to Allah to Whom belongs all that is in the heavens and all that is in the earth, and all praise be to Him in the World to Come. He is Most Wise, All-Aware.
en.yusufaliPraise be to Allah, to Whom belong all things in the heavens and on earth: to Him be Praise in the Hereafter: and He is Full of Wisdom, acquainted with all things.
en.pickthallPraise be to Allah, unto Whom belongeth whatsoever is in the heavens and whatsoever is in the earth. His is the praise in the Hereafter, and He is the Wise, the Aware.
Witnessing the Hidden: A Daily Glimpse into Allah's All‑Knowing
He knows what penetrates into the earth, and what comes out of it, and what descends from the sky, and what ascends to it. He is the Merciful, the Forgiving.
34:2
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth,...
34:3
The Covenant of Reward: Belief, Deed, and Divine Provision
That He may recompense those who believe and do good works. Those will have forgiveness, and a generous provision.
34:4
Breaking News
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
AngelsBelieversDawudDisbelieversIblisJinnMankindMuhammadPeople of SabaPolytheistsSulayman
34:3
Disbelievers
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.
34:4
That He may recompense those who believe and do good works. Those will have forgiveness, and a generous provision.
34:5
As for those who strive against Our revelations, seeking to undermine them—for them is a punishment of a painful plague.
34:6
Those who received knowledge know that what is revealed to you from your Lord is the truth; and it guides to the path of the Majestic, the Praiseworthy.
34:7
Disbelievers
Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?
34:8
Narrator
Did he invent a lie about God, or is there madness in him?” Indeed, those who do not believe in the Hereafter are in torment, and far astray.
34:9
Do they not reflect upon what lies before them and behind them, of the heaven and the earth? If We will, We can make the earth cave in beneath them, or make pieces of the sky fall down on them. In that is a sign for every devout servant.
34:10
We bestowed upon David favor from Us: “O mountains, and birds: echo with him.” And We softened iron for him.
34:11
Narrator
“Make coats of armor, and measure the links well; and work righteousness. I am Observant of everything you do.”
34:12
And for Solomon the wind—its outward journey was one month, and its return journey was one month. And We made a spring of tar flow for him. And there were sprites that worked under him, by the leave of his Lord. But whoever of them swerved from Our command, We make him taste of the punishment of the Inferno.
34:13
Narrator
They made for him whatever he wished: sanctuaries, statues, bowls like pools, and heavy cauldrons. “O House of David, work with appreciation,” but a few of My servants are appreciative.
34:14
Then, when We decreed death for him, nothing indicated his death to them except an earthworm eating at his staff. Then, when he fell down, it became clear to the sprites that, had they known the unseen, they would not have remained in the demeaning torment.
34:15
Saba
In Sheba’s homeland there used to be a wonder: two gardens, on the right, and on the left. “Eat of your Lord’s provision, and give thanks to Him.” A good land, and a forgiving Lord.
34:16
Saba
But they turned away, so We unleashed against them the flood of the dam; and We substituted their two gardens with two gardens of bitter fruits, thorny shrubs, and meager harvest.
34:17
We thus penalized them for their ingratitude. Would We penalize any but the ungrateful?
34:18
Allah
Between them and the towns We had blessed, We placed prominent towns, and We made the travel between them easy. “Travel between them by night and day, in safety.”
34:19
Allah
But they said, “Our Lord, lengthen the distances of our journeys.” They wronged themselves; so We made them history, and We scattered them in every direction. In this are lessons for every steadfast and appreciative person.
34:20
Satan was correct in his assessment of them. They followed him, except for a group of believers.
34:21
He had no authority over them; except that We willed to distinguish him who believes in the Hereafter, from him who is doubtful about it. Your Lord is Guardian over all things.
34:22
Say, “Call upon those whom you claim besides God. They possess not an atom's weight in the heavens or the earth, and they possess no share of either, and He has no backers from among them.”
34:23
Allah
Intercession with Him is of no value, except for someone He has permitted. Until, when fear has subsided from their hearts, they will say, “What did your Lord say?” They will say, “The truth, and He is the High, the Great.”
34:24
Allah
Say, “Who provides for you from the heavens and the earth?” Say, “God. And Either you, or we, are rightly guided, or in evident error.”
34:25
Allah
Say, “You will not be asked about our misdeeds, nor will we be asked about what you do.”
34:26
Allah
Say, “Our Lord will bring us together; then He will judge between us equitably. He is the All-Knowing Judge.”
34:27
Allah
Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as associates. No indeed! But He is God, the Powerful, the Wise.”
34:28
We sent you only universally to all people, a herald and warner, but most people do not know.
34:29
most men
And they say, “When is this promise due, if you are truthful?”
34:30
most men
Say, “You are promised a Day, which you cannot postpone by one hour, nor bring forward.”
34:31
Disbelievers
Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.”
34:32
The arrogant ones
Those who were arrogant will say to those who were oppressed, “Was it us who turned you away from guidance when it came to you? No indeed, you yourselves were sinful.”
34:33
The arrogant ones
And those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “It was your scheming by night and day; as you instructed us to reject God, and to set up rivals to Him.” They will hide their remorse when they see the retribution. We will put yokes around the necks of those who disbelieved. Will they be repaid for anything other than what they used to do?
34:34
Narrator
We sent no warner to any town, without its affluent saying, “We reject what you are sent with.”
34:35
Allah
And they say, “We have more wealth and more children, and we will not be punished.”
34:36
Allah
Say, “My Lord spreads out His bounty to whomever He wills, or restricts it; but most people do not know.”
34:37
It is neither your wealth nor your children that bring you closer to Us, but it is he who believes and does good deeds. These will have a double reward for what they did; and they will reside in the Chambers, in peace and security.
34:38
But those who work against Our revelations, seeking to undermine them—those will be summoned to the punishment.
34:39
Say, “My Lord extends the provision to whomever He wills of His servants, or withholds it. Anything you spend, He will replace it. He is the Best of providers.”
34:40
Allah
On the Day when He gathers them all together, then say to the angels, “Was it you these used to worship?”
34:41
Unknown
They will say, “Be You glorified; You are our Master, not them. In fact, they used to worship the jinn, and most of them had faith in them.”
34:42
Narrator
“Today, none of you has the power to profit or harm the other.” And We will say to those who did wrong, “Taste the agony of the Fire which you used to deny.”
34:43
Disbelievers
And when Our enlightening Verses are recited to them, they say, “This is nothing but a man who wants to divert you from what your ancestors used to worship.” And they say, “This is nothing but a fabricated lie.” And when the Truth comes to them, the blasphemers say of the Truth, “This is nothing but plain magic.”
34:44
But We gave them no book to study, and We did not send them any warner before you.
34:45
Those before them also denied the Truth, yet they have not attained one-tenth of what We had given them. They rejected My messengers, so how was My disapproval?
34:46
Unknown
Say, “I offer you a single advice: devote yourselves to God, in pairs, or individually; and reflect. There is no madness in your friend. He is just a warner to you, before the advent of a severe punishment.”
34:47
Unknown
Say, “Whatever compensation I have asked of you, is yours. My compensation comes only from God, and He is Witness over all things.”
34:48
Unknown
Say, “My Lord projects the truth. He is the Knower of the Unseen.”
34:49
Unknown
Say, “The Truth has come; while falsehood can neither originate, nor regenerate.”
34:50
Unknown
Say, “If I err, I err only to my own loss; but if I am guided, it is by what my Lord inspires me. He is Hearing and Near.”
34:51
If you could only see when they are terrified, and there is no escape, and they are seized from a nearby place.
34:52
Narrator
And they say, “We have believed in it.” But how can they attain it from a distant place?
34:53
They have rejected it in the past, and made allegations from a far-off place.
34:54
A barrier will be placed between them and what they desire, as was done formerly with their counterparts. They were in disturbing doubt.
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.
— Disbelievers 34:3
Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?
— Disbelievers 34:7
Did he invent a lie about God, or is there madness in him?” Indeed, those who do not believe in the Hereafter are in torment, and far astray.
— Narrator 34:8
“Make coats of armor, and measure the links well; and work righteousness. I am Observant of everything you do.”
— Narrator 34:11
They made for him whatever he wished: sanctuaries, statues, bowls like pools, and heavy cauldrons. “O House of David, work with appreciation,” but a few of My servants are appreciative.
— Narrator 34:13
In Sheba’s homeland there used to be a wonder: two gardens, on the right, and on the left. “Eat of your Lord’s provision, and give thanks to Him.” A good land, and a forgiving Lord.
— Saba 34:15
But they turned away, so We unleashed against them the flood of the dam; and We substituted their two gardens with two gardens of bitter fruits, thorny shrubs, and meager harvest.
— Saba 34:16
Between them and the towns We had blessed, We placed prominent towns, and We made the travel between them easy. “Travel between them by night and day, in safety.”
— Allah 34:18
But they said, “Our Lord, lengthen the distances of our journeys.” They wronged themselves; so We made them history, and We scattered them in every direction. In this are lessons for every steadfast and appreciative person.
— Allah 34:19
Intercession with Him is of no value, except for someone He has permitted. Until, when fear has subsided from their hearts, they will say, “What did your Lord say?” They will say, “The truth, and He is the High, the Great.”
— Allah 34:23
Say, “Who provides for you from the heavens and the earth?” Say, “God. And Either you, or we, are rightly guided, or in evident error.”
— Allah 34:24
Say, “You will not be asked about our misdeeds, nor will we be asked about what you do.”
— Allah 34:25
Say, “Our Lord will bring us together; then He will judge between us equitably. He is the All-Knowing Judge.”
— Allah 34:26
Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as associates. No indeed! But He is God, the Powerful, the Wise.”
— Allah 34:27
And they say, “When is this promise due, if you are truthful?”
— most men 34:29
Say, “You are promised a Day, which you cannot postpone by one hour, nor bring forward.”
— most men 34:30
Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.”
— Disbelievers 34:31
Those who were arrogant will say to those who were oppressed, “Was it us who turned you away from guidance when it came to you? No indeed, you yourselves were sinful.”
— The arrogant ones 34:32
And those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “It was your scheming by night and day; as you instructed us to reject God, and to set up rivals to Him.” They will hide their remorse when they see the retribution. We will put yokes around the necks of those who disbelieved. Will they be repaid for anything other than what they used to do?
— The arrogant ones 34:33
We sent no warner to any town, without its affluent saying, “We reject what you are sent with.”
— Narrator 34:34
And they say, “We have more wealth and more children, and we will not be punished.”
— Allah 34:35
Say, “My Lord spreads out His bounty to whomever He wills, or restricts it; but most people do not know.”
— Allah 34:36
On the Day when He gathers them all together, then say to the angels, “Was it you these used to worship?”
— Allah 34:40
They will say, “Be You glorified; You are our Master, not them. In fact, they used to worship the jinn, and most of them had faith in them.”
— Unknown 34:41
“Today, none of you has the power to profit or harm the other.” And We will say to those who did wrong, “Taste the agony of the Fire which you used to deny.”
— Narrator 34:42
And when Our enlightening Verses are recited to them, they say, “This is nothing but a man who wants to divert you from what your ancestors used to worship.” And they say, “This is nothing but a fabricated lie.” And when the Truth comes to them, the blasphemers say of the Truth, “This is nothing but plain magic.”
— Disbelievers 34:43
Say, “I offer you a single advice: devote yourselves to God, in pairs, or individually; and reflect. There is no madness in your friend. He is just a warner to you, before the advent of a severe punishment.”
— Unknown 34:46
Say, “Whatever compensation I have asked of you, is yours. My compensation comes only from God, and He is Witness over all things.”
— Unknown 34:47
Say, “My Lord projects the truth. He is the Knower of the Unseen.”
— Unknown 34:48
Say, “The Truth has come; while falsehood can neither originate, nor regenerate.”
— Unknown 34:49
Say, “If I err, I err only to my own loss; but if I am guided, it is by what my Lord inspires me. He is Hearing and Near.”
— Unknown 34:50
And they say, “We have believed in it.” But how can they attain it from a distant place?
— Narrator 34:52
Divine Address
Between them and the towns We had blessed, We placed prominent towns, and We made the travel between them easy. “Travel between them by night and day, in safety.”
34:18
The verse reminds us that Allah has meticulously arranged the world to ensure safe travel between blessed cities. This divine arrangement is not a mere coincidence but a manifestation of Allah’s mercy
But they said, “Our Lord, lengthen the distances of our journeys.” They wronged themselves; so We made them history, and We scattered them in every direction. In this are lessons for every steadfast and appreciative person.
34:19
In Surah Az‑Zukhruf, the people’s plea to "lengthen the distance between our journeys" reflects an arrogant attempt to distance themselves from Allah’s mercy and guidance. Scholars such as Ibn Kathir
Intercession with Him is of no value, except for someone He has permitted. Until, when fear has subsided from their hearts, they will say, “What did your Lord say?” They will say, “The truth, and He is the High, the Great.”
34:23
In Qur’an 34:23 Allah reminds us that intercession benefits only those He permits. This is not a prohibition of seeking help from the righteous, but a reminder that all assistance ultimately flows thr
Say, “Who provides for you from the heavens and the earth?” Say, “God. And Either you, or we, are rightly guided, or in evident error.”
34:24
This verse reminds us that every breath, every grain of grain, and every star is a sign of Allah’s provision. The Qur’an calls us to recognize that the heavens and the earth belong to Him alone, and t
Say, “You will not be asked about our misdeeds, nor will we be asked about what you do.”
34:25
The verse reminds us that human judgment is limited and often biased, while Allah’s judgment is complete, fair, and eternal. Scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that the Qur’an protects believers fr
Say, “Our Lord will bring us together; then He will judge between us equitably. He is the All-Knowing Judge.”
34:26
In Surah Al-Qari'ah, Allah reminds us that the final judgment is in His hands alone. The verse encapsulates the certainty that all humans will be gathered and judged by the Most Knowing. Islamic juris
Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as associates. No indeed! But He is God, the Powerful, the Wise.”
34:27
Shirk—the association of partners with Allah—is the gravest sin in Islam. Verse 34:27 confronts the common human tendency to attribute divine qualities to people, objects, or ideas. By commanding the
And they say, “We have more wealth and more children, and we will not be punished.”
34:35
In Surah Al‑Mutaffifin, the Prophet (peace be upon him) is reminded that worldly wealth and progeny do not exempt one from divine judgment. The verse contrasts the self‑assured arrogance of the afflue
Say, “My Lord spreads out His bounty to whomever He wills, or restricts it; but most people do not know.”
34:36
In the Qur’an, Allah reminds us that He alone decides who receives abundance and who is restrained, a concept known as ‘khulq al‑mal’ (creation of wealth). Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazal
On the Day when He gathers them all together, then say to the angels, “Was it you these used to worship?”
34:40
This verse reminds us that on the Day of Judgment the angels, who are purely obedient servants, will be asked whether the people truly worshiped them. Their role is to record deeds, not to be objects
The Opposition Desk
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.”
34:3
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
Cross-refs: 1:1, 1:2, 1:3
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?”
34:7
The Mirage of Mortal Redemption
Cross-refs: 1, Ayah 6, 2:6, 2:7
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.””
34:31
Echoes of the Oppressed: From Arrogance to Humility
Disbelievers
“And when Our enlightening Verses are recited to them, they say, “This is nothing but a man who wants to divert you from what your ancestors used to worship.” And they say, “This is nothing but a fabricated lie.” And when the Truth comes to them, the blasphemers say of the Truth, “This is nothing but plain magic.””
34:43
Defying the Deceivers: Standing Firm in the Face of Falsehood
Cross-refs: 1:1, 1:2, 1:3
Character Dossier
Allah
spiritual entity
Total mentions: 4187
In sura: 43
Dominant need: Transcendence
Between them and the towns We had blessed, We placed prominent towns, and We made the travel between them easy. “Travel between them by night and day, in safety.”
34:18
But they said, “Our Lord, lengthen the distances of our journeys.” They wronged themselves; so We made them history, and We scattered them in every direction. In this are lessons for every steadfast and appreciative person.
34:19
Angels
divine command
2 verses
Dawud
divine appointment
3 verses
Jinn
faith
1 verses
Sulayman
divine favor
2 verses
People of Saba
dispersal
6 verses
First: Sura 1
· Last: Sura 114
· 112 suras
Disbelievers
group
Total mentions: 1145
In sura: 23
Dominant need: Transcendence
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.
34:3
Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?
34:7
Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.”
34:31
First: Sura 1
· Last: Sura 113
· 94 suras
Muhammad
prophet
named
Total mentions: 1049
In sura: 23
Dominant need: Transcendence
Mankind
teacher
1 verses
Polytheists
warner-warned
2 verses
First: Sura 2
· Last: Sura 114
· 104 suras
Total characters in this sura: 12
The Consequence Column
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.”
34:3
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?”
34:7
The Mirage of Mortal Redemption
Disbelievers
“Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.””
34:31
Echoes of the Oppressed: From Arrogance to Humility
Disbelievers
“And when Our enlightening Verses are recited to them, they say, “This is nothing but a man who wants to divert you from what your ancestors used to worship.” And they say, “This is nothing but a fabricated lie.” And when the Truth comes to them, the blasphemers say of the Truth, “This is nothing but plain magic.””
34:43
Defying the Deceivers: Standing Firm in the Face of Falsehood
Faction Map
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Muhammad
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People of Saba
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Polytheists
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spiritual entity
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Audio Edition
54 segments
Saba: 2
Allah: 10
Unknown: 6
Narrator: 28
most men: 2
Disbelievers: 4
The arrogant ones: 2
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The Sovereign Song of Praise
The opening verse of Surah Sad reminds us that all praise is due to Allah, the only One who owns the heavens and the earth, and who receives all praise in the Hereafter. This declaration establishes Allah’s absolute sovereignty (tawakkul) and the centrality of praise (shukr) in every act of worship and daily life. The attributes *Al‑Raḥmān* and *Al‑Raḥīm*—the All‑Merciful and the Especially‑Merciful—are implicit in this verse, as His ownership of the cosmos reflects His mercy towards His creation. Scholars like Ibn al‑Qayyim emphasize that praising Allah first aligns our intentions with His will, thereby sanctifying our actions (Al‑Ishq al‑Ilahi). The mention of Allah as *Al‑‘Aalim* (the All‑Knowing) reminds us that His knowledge encompasses all that is hidden and manifest, urging believers to submit fully to His wisdom. In essence, this verse is a daily reminder that every breath, thought, and deed is under Allah’s dominion, and recognizing this reality transforms ordinary tasks into acts of worship.
34:1
Witnessing the Hidden: A Daily Glimpse into Allah's All‑Knowing
The verse 34:2 is a powerful reminder that Allah’s knowledge transcends the visible and penetrates every hidden realm—earth, sky, and the unseen currents between. Classical scholars such as Ibn Abbas and Al‑Ghazali have noted that this knowledge is the foundation of divine mercy and forgiveness: knowing a soul’s concealed sins allows Allah to pardon them. The Qur’an repeatedly ties knowledge to mercy (e.g., 2:255), underscoring that true compassion stems from perfect awareness. By recognizing Allah’s intimate knowledge of the unseen, we are encouraged to purify our hidden intentions, seek forgiveness for concealed faults, and trust that our concealed good deeds are also known and rewarded. This verse thus bridges the metaphysical reality of hidden processes with the practical ethics of sincere repentance.
34:2
The Unshakable Record: Anchoring Faith in Allah’s Unseen Ledger
This verse confronts the disbelief that the Hour will not arrive, asserting the absolute certainty of its arrival and Allah’s comprehensive knowledge of the unseen. By stating that nothing is absent from Him—whether an atom in the heavens or a particle beneath the earth—Qur’an reminds us of the divine register, a metaphysical ledger in which every detail is recorded. The reference to a ‘clear register’ (maktab al‑khabar) underscores the certainty and precision of divine memory. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that this register is not merely a metaphor but a real, immutable record that governs creation. The verse therefore serves as a theological anchor: faith in the unseen is not optional but foundational, for the believer’s life is measured against a reality that is already written. By internalizing this, a Muslim’s worldview shifts from speculative doubt to confident submission, knowing that the Day of Judgment is not a future possibility but a predetermined event etched in Allah’s knowledge.
34:3
The Covenant of Reward: Belief, Deed, and Divine Provision
The verse in Surah Az‑Zukhruf (34:4) links belief (iman) with action (amal) and presents Allah’s response as both spiritual forgiveness and a noble provision. Classical scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah note that "faith without deeds is incomplete" (al‑Bidayah wa‑l‑Nihayah), while Al‑Ghazali reminds us that deeds are the "keys" that unlock the gates of mercy (Ihya’ al‑Ummah). Ibn Kathir explains that the "noble provision" (al‑mala) refers to the generous bounty Allah bestows upon those who earn His pleasure—whether it be material sustenance, protection, or the reward of Paradise. This dual reward underscores the Qur’an’s holistic view of divine mercy: forgiveness purifies the soul, and provision sustains the body. The verse therefore serves as a reminder that every act of righteousness, no matter how small, is a step toward both inner purification and outward generosity, and that Allah’s promise is real, not merely rhetorical. By aligning our intentions with this promise, we create a virtuous cycle where belief inspires deeds, deeds earn mercy, and mercy encourages further faith.
34:4
The Unrewarded: Lessons from the Ungrateful
In Surah Ash‑Shura, Allah reminds us that He 'repaid' the disbelievers for their disbelief, and that this repayment is directed solely at the ungrateful. The Arabic word 'نَجْزِي' (najzi) can mean both reward and retribution; here it signals divine retribution. Scholars such as Ibn Kathir explain that the verse warns of the fate of those who, despite clear signs, refuse to acknowledge Allah’s blessings—those who are 'غَضُوَّة' (ungrateful). Gratitude (shukr) is a fundamental pillar of faith; it cultivates taqwa and prevents the soul from falling into disbelief. By routinely recognizing blessings, we counter the tendency toward ingratitude, thereby avoiding the divine 'repayment' that afflicts the ungrateful. This verse thus serves as both a reminder and a call to cultivate sincere gratitude.
34:17
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Word of the Edition
Faith
Appears 47 times (16.7% of themes)
282 total tag instances in this edition
Faith
47
Guidance
29
Accountability
28
Knowledge
23
Prophets
22
Creation
21
Afterlife
15
Mercy
14
Gratitude
13
Worship
11
Humility
10
Justice
9
Community
9
Provision
8
Patience
7
Repentance
5
Unity
4
Covenant
3
Charity
2
Family
2
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Reader Action
Daily Actions
Today, before every action—whether you wake, eat, work, or pray—recite the verse or its shortened form aloud, consciously affirming that all power, ownership, and praise belong to Allah alone. 34:1
Today, consciously observe a natural process that remains hidden—roots, underground water, or unseen wind—while acknowledging Allah’s complete knowledge of it. 34:2
Whenever you feel doubt about the Day of Judgment, recite this verse aloud and write a single sentence affirming its truth in your personal journal. 34:3
Weekly Challenge
**Sovereign Praise Journal (7 Days)**
1. **Morning Invocation:** Before breakfast, recite the verse or a short phrase: "All praise is due to Allah, the Sovereign of the heavens and earth."
2. **Midday Check‑In:** At noon, pause for 30 seconds, acknowledge Allah’s ownership of the day, and note in the journal how this awareness altered your focus.
3. **Evening Reflection:** After dinner, repeat the phrase and write a brief entry on how recognizing Allah’s sovereignty influenced your interactions and decisions.
4. **Consistency:** Do this at least once before each major activity (work, study, conversation, prayer).
5. **Outcome Measurement:** At the end of Day 7, review the journal entries. Note any shifts in mindset, reduced impatience, or increased gratitude. Set one concrete practice (e.g., mindful breathing before tasks) to continue beyond the week. 34:1
Duas
O Allah, You are the One who owns the heavens and the earth, the One who receives all praise in this world and the Hereafter. Grant me the humility to always recognize Your sovereignty and the wisdom to act in accordance with it. 34:1
O Allah, You are the One who knows what is hidden beneath the earth and what rises from the heavens. Forgive the unseen transgressions of my heart, and grant me mercy that covers all my hidden deeds. 34:2
Reflection
When did I act today without first acknowledging that all power and praise belong to Allah? How did that omission shape my intentions and conduct?
When I contemplate the unseen workings of nature, how does that shift my awareness of my own hidden intentions and actions? Do I feel more accountable to Allah’s all‑seeing eye?
The Revelation Transcript
1
Praise be to God, to Whom belongs everything in the heavens and the earth; and praise be to Him in the Hereafter. He is the Wise, the Expert.
2
He knows what penetrates into the earth, and what comes out of it, and what descends from the sky, and what ascends to it. He is the Merciful, the Forgiving.
3
Those who disbelieve say, “The Hour will not come upon us.” Say, “Yes indeed, by my Lord, it will come upon you. He is the Knower of the unseen.” Not an atom's weight in the heavens and the earth, or anything smaller or larger, escapes His knowledge. All are in a Clear Record.
[Disbelievers]
4
That He may recompense those who believe and do good works. Those will have forgiveness, and a generous provision.
5
As for those who strive against Our revelations, seeking to undermine them—for them is a punishment of a painful plague.
6
Those who received knowledge know that what is revealed to you from your Lord is the truth; and it guides to the path of the Majestic, the Praiseworthy.
7
Those who disbelieved said, “Shall we point out to you a man, who will tell you that, once torn into shreds, you will be in a new creation?
[Disbelievers]
8
Did he invent a lie about God, or is there madness in him?” Indeed, those who do not believe in the Hereafter are in torment, and far astray.
9
Do they not reflect upon what lies before them and behind them, of the heaven and the earth? If We will, We can make the earth cave in beneath them, or make pieces of the sky fall down on them. In that is a sign for every devout servant.
10
We bestowed upon David favor from Us: “O mountains, and birds: echo with him.” And We softened iron for him.
11
“Make coats of armor, and measure the links well; and work righteousness. I am Observant of everything you do.”
12
And for Solomon the wind—its outward journey was one month, and its return journey was one month. And We made a spring of tar flow for him. And there were sprites that worked under him, by the leave of his Lord. But whoever of them swerved from Our command, We make him taste of the punishment of the Inferno.
13
They made for him whatever he wished: sanctuaries, statues, bowls like pools, and heavy cauldrons. “O House of David, work with appreciation,” but a few of My servants are appreciative.
14
Then, when We decreed death for him, nothing indicated his death to them except an earthworm eating at his staff. Then, when he fell down, it became clear to the sprites that, had they known the unseen, they would not have remained in the demeaning torment.
15
In Sheba’s homeland there used to be a wonder: two gardens, on the right, and on the left. “Eat of your Lord’s provision, and give thanks to Him.” A good land, and a forgiving Lord.
[Saba]
16
But they turned away, so We unleashed against them the flood of the dam; and We substituted their two gardens with two gardens of bitter fruits, thorny shrubs, and meager harvest.
[Saba]
17
We thus penalized them for their ingratitude. Would We penalize any but the ungrateful?
18
Between them and the towns We had blessed, We placed prominent towns, and We made the travel between them easy. “Travel between them by night and day, in safety.”
[Allah]
19
But they said, “Our Lord, lengthen the distances of our journeys.” They wronged themselves; so We made them history, and We scattered them in every direction. In this are lessons for every steadfast and appreciative person.
[Allah]
20
Satan was correct in his assessment of them. They followed him, except for a group of believers.
21
He had no authority over them; except that We willed to distinguish him who believes in the Hereafter, from him who is doubtful about it. Your Lord is Guardian over all things.
22
Say, “Call upon those whom you claim besides God. They possess not an atom's weight in the heavens or the earth, and they possess no share of either, and He has no backers from among them.”
23
Intercession with Him is of no value, except for someone He has permitted. Until, when fear has subsided from their hearts, they will say, “What did your Lord say?” They will say, “The truth, and He is the High, the Great.”
[Allah]
24
Say, “Who provides for you from the heavens and the earth?” Say, “God. And Either you, or we, are rightly guided, or in evident error.”
[Allah]
25
Say, “You will not be asked about our misdeeds, nor will we be asked about what you do.”
[Allah]
26
Say, “Our Lord will bring us together; then He will judge between us equitably. He is the All-Knowing Judge.”
[Allah]
27
Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as associates. No indeed! But He is God, the Powerful, the Wise.”
[Allah]
28
We sent you only universally to all people, a herald and warner, but most people do not know.
29
And they say, “When is this promise due, if you are truthful?”
[most men]
30
Say, “You are promised a Day, which you cannot postpone by one hour, nor bring forward.”
[most men]
31
Those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Quran, nor in what came before it.” If you could only see the wrongdoers, captive before their Lord, throwing back allegations at one another. Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Were it not for you, we would have been believers.”
[Disbelievers]
32
Those who were arrogant will say to those who were oppressed, “Was it us who turned you away from guidance when it came to you? No indeed, you yourselves were sinful.”
[The arrogant ones]
33
And those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “It was your scheming by night and day; as you instructed us to reject God, and to set up rivals to Him.” They will hide their remorse when they see the retribution. We will put yokes around the necks of those who disbelieved. Will they be repaid for anything other than what they used to do?
[The arrogant ones]
34
We sent no warner to any town, without its affluent saying, “We reject what you are sent with.”
35
And they say, “We have more wealth and more children, and we will not be punished.”
[Allah]
36
Say, “My Lord spreads out His bounty to whomever He wills, or restricts it; but most people do not know.”
[Allah]
37
It is neither your wealth nor your children that bring you closer to Us, but it is he who believes and does good deeds. These will have a double reward for what they did; and they will reside in the Chambers, in peace and security.
38
But those who work against Our revelations, seeking to undermine them—those will be summoned to the punishment.
39
Say, “My Lord extends the provision to whomever He wills of His servants, or withholds it. Anything you spend, He will replace it. He is the Best of providers.”
40
On the Day when He gathers them all together, then say to the angels, “Was it you these used to worship?”
[Allah]
41
They will say, “Be You glorified; You are our Master, not them. In fact, they used to worship the jinn, and most of them had faith in them.”
[Unknown]
42
“Today, none of you has the power to profit or harm the other.” And We will say to those who did wrong, “Taste the agony of the Fire which you used to deny.”
43
And when Our enlightening Verses are recited to them, they say, “This is nothing but a man who wants to divert you from what your ancestors used to worship.” And they say, “This is nothing but a fabricated lie.” And when the Truth comes to them, the blasphemers say of the Truth, “This is nothing but plain magic.”
[Disbelievers]
44
But We gave them no book to study, and We did not send them any warner before you.
45
Those before them also denied the Truth, yet they have not attained one-tenth of what We had given them. They rejected My messengers, so how was My disapproval?
46
Say, “I offer you a single advice: devote yourselves to God, in pairs, or individually; and reflect. There is no madness in your friend. He is just a warner to you, before the advent of a severe punishment.”
[Unknown]
47
Say, “Whatever compensation I have asked of you, is yours. My compensation comes only from God, and He is Witness over all things.”
[Unknown]
48
Say, “My Lord projects the truth. He is the Knower of the Unseen.”
[Unknown]
49
Say, “The Truth has come; while falsehood can neither originate, nor regenerate.”
[Unknown]
50
Say, “If I err, I err only to my own loss; but if I am guided, it is by what my Lord inspires me. He is Hearing and Near.”
[Unknown]
51
If you could only see when they are terrified, and there is no escape, and they are seized from a nearby place.
52
And they say, “We have believed in it.” But how can they attain it from a distant place?
53
They have rejected it in the past, and made allegations from a far-off place.
54
A barrier will be placed between them and what they desire, as was done formerly with their counterparts. They were in disturbing doubt.
54 verses