إِنَّ لِلْمُتَّقِينَ مَفَازًا 31
Translations
Indeed, for the righteous is attainment -
Transliteration
Inna lil-muttaqeen mafaaza
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms that for those who practice taqwa (God-consciousness and piety), there is a place of success and triumph in the Hereafter. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi explain that 'mafaza' (مفازة) literally means a place of safety and escape, metaphorically representing Paradise and deliverance from punishment. The ayah emphasizes the certain reward awaiting the righteous, establishing a direct correlation between piety in this life and ultimate success in the next.
Revelation Context
Surah An-Naba is a Meccan chapter that addresses fundamental themes of resurrection, divine judgment, and the fate of believers versus disbelievers. This ayah appears in the concluding section of the surah where the descriptions of Paradise and the rewards for the righteous are detailed, providing reassurance to early Muslims facing persecution in Mecca.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The righteous will be in bliss (in Paradise)' (Sahih Bukhari 3245). Additionally, the hadith in Sahih Muslim 2819 relates to the concept of taqwa being the greatest provision: 'The best provision is taqwa.'
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches that genuine piety and consciousness of Allah in our daily lives is not in vain, but leads to ultimate success and security. For believers facing hardship or doubt, this serves as a powerful reminder that devotion to Allah's commands guarantees triumph in the eternal life that truly matters.