وَٱلنَّـٰشِرَٰتِ نَشْرًا 3
Translations
And [by] the winds that spread [clouds]
Transliteration
Wa-al-nashirāti nashrā
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah refers to the angels who scatter and spread forth, either spreading provisions among creation or spreading the divine revelation and commands throughout the world. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari interpret this as angels appointed with the task of disseminating divine blessings and guidance, emphasizing Allah's meticulous organization of creation through His messengers (both angelic and human). The ayah is part of a series of oaths sworn by various celestial forces to underscore the certainty of the Day of Judgment that follows.
Revelation Context
Surah Al-Mursalat is a Meccan surah revealed during the early period of the Prophet's mission, when the Meccans were denying the resurrection and the Day of Judgment. This ayah is part of an opening series of oaths emphasizing divine order and inevitability, serving as a prelude to warning about the certainty of the Day of Judgment.
Related Hadiths
While no hadith directly explains this specific ayah, the concept relates to hadiths about angels' roles: 'Gabriel is entrusted with revelation, Michael with nourishment of bodies, and Israfil with the trumpet' (related in various collections). Additionally, the general theme connects to hadith literature on divine organization of creation.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that Allah has established a perfect system of celestial administration through His angels, reflecting divine wisdom and power—a reality that should inspire confidence in Allah's ability to resurrect and judge on the Last Day. For modern readers, it encourages trust in divine providence and awareness that unseen forces work constantly in maintaining the universe's order.