تَنزِيلٌ مِّن رَّبِّ ٱلْعَـٰلَمِينَ 80
Translations
[It is] a revelation from the Lord of the worlds.
Transliteration
Tanzilun mir rabbi al-'alamin
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah declares that the Qur'an is a revelation (tanzil) from the Lord of all worlds, emphasizing its divine origin and universal applicability. Classical scholars like Al-Tabari and Ibn Kathir explain that this statement serves as a powerful testimony to the Qur'an's authenticity and refutes any claims that it originates from human composition, as it comes directly from Allah, the Creator and Sustainer of all existence.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears near the end of Surah Al-Waqi'ah (the 56th chapter, revealed in Mecca), which discusses the Day of Judgment and the three categories of people. The surah emphasizes the Qur'an's divine nature and inimitability as evidence of Allah's existence and power, addressing Meccan disbelievers who rejected the message.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'The best of you are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it' (Sahih Bukhari 5027). Additionally, Uthman ibn Affan reported that the Prophet said: 'The best among you are those who learn the Qur'an and teach it' (Tirmidhi 2907), reinforcing the divine nature and importance of preserving this revelation.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that the Qur'an is not a human creation but a direct revelation from Allah, the Lord of all worlds, which should inspire reverence, careful study, and obedience to its guidance. For modern readers, it emphasizes that the source of Islamic teaching is divine, not cultural or personal opinion, providing a foundation for unwavering faith.