وَمَآءٍ مَّسْكُوبٍ 31
Translations
And water poured out
Transliteration
Wa maa'in maskūb
Tafsir (Explanation)
This phrase describes one of the blessings available to the inhabitants of Paradise—water that flows abundantly and continuously. The word 'maskūb' (poured forth, flowing) emphasizes the perpetual and generous nature of this water, contrasting with the scarcity and rationing of water in earthly life. Classical scholars like Al-Tabari and Ibn Kathir note this represents both physical comfort and a symbol of divine abundance and generosity in the afterlife.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears within Surah Al-Waqi'ah's description of the rewards of the righteous in Paradise (verses 27-40). The surah, revealed in Mecca during the early Islamic period, emphasizes belief in the Day of Judgment and the certainty of Paradise and Hell. This verse is part of a passage enumerating the delights awaiting believers as motivation for steadfastness in faith.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet ﷺ described the rivers of Paradise in various hadiths, including in Sahih Bukhari where he mentions rivers of water, milk, honey, and wine in Paradise. Additionally, Tirmidhi reports a hadith about the water of Kawthar (the Pool of Abundance) given to the Prophet ﷺ, which relates thematically to abundant water as a divine blessing.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that the comforts we struggle to obtain in this fleeting life are abundantly and effortlessly provided in Paradise for those who remain faithful. It encourages patience with life's hardships by contemplating the eternal rewards awaiting the righteous.