لَيُدْخِلَنَّهُم مُّدْخَلًا يَرْضَوْنَهُۥ ۗ وَإِنَّ ٱللَّهَ لَعَلِيمٌ حَلِيمٌ 59
Translations
He will surely cause them to enter an entrance with which they will be pleased, and indeed, Allāh is Knowing and Forbearing.
Transliteration
Layudkhilannah-hum muddkhalan yardawnahuh, wa inna Allaha la-alimun halimun
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah assures the believers who are persecuted for their faith that Allah will certainly admit them into a place of residence that will please them—referring to Paradise. According to Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi, this is a promise of honor and contentment for those who endure trials in the path of Allah. The closing attributes—that Allah is All-Knowing and Forbearing—emphasize that His reward is just and administered with perfect wisdom, as He knows the true state of hearts and is patient with His servants.
Revelation Context
Surah Al-Hajj addresses both the spiritual and temporal struggles of believers, particularly in the context of the permission granted to fight against oppressors (ayah 22:39-40). This ayah comes in a passage consoling believers who face persecution, reassuring them that their steadfastness will be rewarded with entrance into Paradise, a consistent theme throughout the surah regarding the trials of faith.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (ﷺ) said: 'For every matter there is an appointed term, and when its time arrives, it cannot be delayed' (Tirmidhi). Also relevant: 'Indeed, with hardship comes ease' (Quran 94:5-6), which complements the promise of admission to a place of pleasure after trials.
Themes
Key Lesson
Believers facing hardship and opposition for their faith should find solace in Allah's certain promise of dignified reward in Paradise, understanding that their struggles are known to the All-Knowing God who rewards with perfect justice. This ayah teaches that endurance through trial is never in vain, and Allah's patience with His servants mirrors the patience He expects from them.