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Our worksheet assignment for the tafsir of Al-Hashr 59:22-24:
Blog Post Title: Reflection on the Tafsir of Surah Al-Hashr (59:22-24) in shaa’Allaah
Introduction: In this blessed chapter, Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala beautifully describes His perfect names and attributes, reminding us of His majesty, power, and mercy. These verses (22-24) call us to reflect on His oneness, His sovereignty, and the grandeur of His creation. They emphasize the importance of recognizing Allah’s uniqueness, His omniscience, and His role as the Creator of all things. Let’s delve into the meaning and significance of these verses and learn from the tafsir of Ibn Kathir, which further explains the depth of Allah’s words.
*if you have not yet read the previous post please refer to the tafsir on these specific ayaat
Tafsir of Al-Hashr 59:22-24:
Verse 22:
He is Allah, besides Whom there is no god but He, the All-Knower of the unseen and the seen. He is the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
This verse declares the Oneness of Allah, affirming that He alone is worthy of worship. Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala knows all matters of the unseen and the seen, and His mercy encompasses all His creation.
Verse 23:
He is Allah, besides Whom there is no god but He, the King, the Holy, the Giver of peace, the Giver of security, the Guardian, the All-Mighty, the Compeller, the Supreme. Glory be to Allah! High is He above all that they associate as partners with Him.
In this verse, we are reminded of some of Allah’s most powerful names: The King, the Holy, the Giver of Peace, and more. These names reflect Allah’s greatness and supremacy over all things, emphasizing His dominion over the universe and His transcendence above any comparison.
Verse 24:
He is Allah, the Creator, the Inventor of all things, the Bestower of forms. To Him belong the Best Names. Whatever is in the heavens and the earth is glorifying Him. And He is the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.
This verse brings our attention to Allah as the Creator, who brings everything into existence with precision and wisdom. It also reminds us that all creation glorifies Him, whether we perceive it or not.
Reflection:
These verses remind us of Allah’s unmatched attributes and the obligation to recognize His absolute power. When we ponder these names, we should feel humility and awe, knowing that everything in the heavens and the earth glorifies Him. Allah’s greatness should be a source of comfort and peace for the believer, knowing that He is ever-watchful and merciful towards His creation.
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Worksheet Assignment: Understanding Allah’s Names and Attributes
Instructions:
Reflect on the verses (59:22-24) and the corresponding names of Allah mentioned. Use the spaces provided to complete the following tasks.
1. Matching Activity: Match the following names of Allah mentioned in the verses to their meanings:
Al-Malik (The King)
Al-Quddus (The Holy)
As-Salam (The Giver of Peace)
Al-Mu’min (The Giver of Security)
Al-Aziz (The All-Mighty)
Al-Jabbar (The Compeller)
Al-Mutakabbir (The Supreme)
Meanings:
1. The one who gives safety and protection.
2. The sovereign ruler over all creation.
3. The one free from any deficiency or imperfection.
4. The one who has complete power and authority.
5. The source of peace, safety, and tranquility.
6. The one who compels creation to follow His will.
7. The majestic and exalted above all creation.
2. Reflection Question: Reflect on the name Al-Aziz (The All-Mighty). How does understanding this name of Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala affect your perspective on challenges or difficulties you face in life?
3. Research Task: Find one more name of Allah from the Quran that is not mentioned in these verses. Explain its meaning and how it relates to your understanding of Allah’s attributes.
4. Writing Task: In a short paragraph, describe how the glorification of Allah by all creation (as mentioned in verse 24) inspires you to strengthen your own connection to Him through worship and reflection.
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This worksheet is designed to deepen your understanding of Allah’s names and how they reflect His power and mercy. Take your time to reflect on the questions and complete the activities with sincerity. May Allah subhanahu wa ta’ala increase us all in knowledge and closeness to Him.
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Feel free to adjust or add anything, in shaa’Allah!