فِى جَنَّـٰتِ ٱلنَّعِيمِ 12
Translations
In the Gardens of Pleasure,
Transliteration
Fee jannatit-na'eem
Tafsir (Explanation)
This phrase describes the blessed state of the righteous believers who will dwell 'in the Gardens of Bliss' (Paradise), emphasizing the incomparable pleasures and blessings that await them in the Hereafter. According to Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari, 'jannat al-na'eem' refers not merely to physical gardens, but to a state of ultimate comfort, joy, and divine pleasure beyond human comprehension in this life. The phrase underscores the Quranic theme that the reward for faith and righteous deeds transcends all earthly pleasures.
Revelation Context
Surah Al-Waqi'ah is a Meccan surah revealed to console the believers during early Islam's trials and to motivate them toward righteousness by describing the events of the Day of Judgment. This ayah appears within the section describing the three categories of people on the Day of Judgment, specifically those closest to Allah (as-sabiqun), and serves to inspire hope in the promise of Paradise.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'In Paradise there are things that no eye has seen, no ear has heard, and no human heart has ever imagined.' (Sahih Bukhari 3244) This hadith directly illustrates the meaning of 'jannat al-na'eem' mentioned in this ayah.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that earthly struggles and sacrifices for faith are temporary, while the rewards of obedience to Allah are eternal and infinitely superior to any worldly pleasure. It should inspire the faithful to prioritize their relationship with Allah and righteous conduct as investments in an incomparable everlasting life.