وَعِنَبًا وَقَضْبًا 28
Translations
And grapes and herbage
Transliteration
Wa'inaban wa qadba
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah refers to two types of vegetation that Allah provides for livestock and human sustenance: grapes (inab) and herbage or fresh pasture (qadab). Classical scholars like Al-Tabari and Ibn Kathir interpret these as examples of Allah's provision and mercy, highlighting the diverse plants He creates for nourishment. The mention of these specific plants emphasizes the variety and abundance of Allah's creation as signs of His power and wisdom.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears within Surah 'Abasa's broader context of describing Allah's signs in creation and His provision for humanity and animals. The surah itself was revealed in Mecca and focuses on the signs of Allah's dominion, particularly in the creation of plants and animals, which leads to reflection on the Creator's attributes.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The best charity is water' (Tirmidhi). While not directly about grapes and herbage, this relates to the theme of provision. Additionally, hadith collections contain references to the Prophet's encouragement to reflect upon Allah's creation, such as in Sunan Ibn Majah regarding pondering creation.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah invites believers to recognize Allah's generosity in providing diverse forms of sustenance and to reflect on the intricate design of creation as evidence of divine wisdom, fostering gratitude and consciousness of dependence upon the Creator.