قُلْ إِنِّى لَن يُجِيرَنِى مِنَ ٱللَّهِ أَحَدٌ وَلَنْ أَجِدَ مِن دُونِهِۦ مُلْتَحَدًا 22
Translations
Say, "Indeed, there will never protect me from Allāh anyone [if I should disobey], nor will I find in other than Him a refuge.
Transliteration
Qul inni lan yujirana min-allahi ahad wa lan ajida min dunihim multahada
Tafsir (Explanation)
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) declares that no one can protect him from Allah's punishment if he were to disobey Him, nor can he find any refuge or shelter besides Allah. This ayah emphasizes absolute submission to Allah's will and the futility of seeking protection from anyone other than Him. Classical scholars like Al-Tabari note this demonstrates the Prophet's complete dependence on Allah and his recognition that all power and protection ultimately derive from the Divine.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears in the context of Surah Al-Jinn, which addresses the Prophet's preaching to both humans and jinn. The surah establishes the fundamental principle that the Prophet's sole reliance is upon Allah, not upon the support or protection of any created being. The broader Meccan context reflects the early period when the Prophet faced opposition and needed reassurance of Allah's protection.
Related Hadiths
The theme relates to the hadith in Sahih Bukhari where the Prophet taught: 'None of you will believe until I am more beloved to him than his own self, his wealth, his children, and all people.' This reflects the absolute trust and reliance that should characterize a believer's relationship with Allah's guidance through His Messenger.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches believers that true security and protection come only from Allah, and that seeking refuge or reliance in anyone besides Him is ultimately futile. It should inspire Muslims to strengthen their direct relationship with Allah and place their complete trust in His wisdom and protection rather than in worldly means or human intercession.