لَّا يُصَدَّعُونَ عَنْهَا وَلَا يُنزِفُونَ 19
Translations
No headache will they have therefrom, nor will they be intoxicated -
Transliteration
La yusdda'ūn 'anhā wa lā yunzifūn
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah describes the qualities of wine (khamr) in Paradise, stating that it will not cause headaches (صداع - headache/splitting of the head) nor will it cause intoxication or drunkenness (إنزاف - depletion of intellect). Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi explain that the wine of Paradise is fundamentally different from worldly wine; it retains only the pleasant taste and social aspects while removing all harmful effects. This demonstrates Allah's perfect justice and mercy—the believers enjoy the good of this drink without any of the worldly harms that made wine forbidden in this life.
Revelation Context
This ayah is part of Surah Al-Waqi'ah, a Meccan surah that vividly describes the realities of the Day of Judgment and the conditions of Paradise and Hell. The broader context (verses 15-26) details the blessings granted to the foremost believers (as-sabiqūn), including gardens, rivers, and various delights. This particular ayah addresses a common concern among Arabs who enjoyed wine in pre-Islamic times, assuring them that the prohibited substance becomes perfected in the Hereafter.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (ﷺ) said regarding the wine of Paradise: 'Whoever drinks wine in this world and does not repent, will not drink it in the Hereafter' (Sahih Muslim). Additionally, Anas ibn Malik reported that the Prophet mentioned the attributes of Paradise's wine, which differs entirely from worldly wine in its effects (Tirmidhi).
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches believers that Allah's prohibition of wine in this world is merciful and wise, removing harmful effects while preserving benefit. It also reminds us that the rewards of Paradise transcend worldly understanding—what was forbidden becomes perfected, offering comfort that nothing good is truly lost for those who obey Allah.