فَبِأَىِّ ءَالَآءِ رَبِّكُمَا تُكَذِّبَانِ 53
Translations
So which of the favors of your Lord would you deny?
Transliteration
Fa-bi-ayyi alaa'i rabbikuma tukaththibaan
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah is part of the refrain repeated throughout Surah Ar-Rahman, addressing both jinn and mankind with the rhetorical question: 'So which of the favors of your Lord do you deny?' According to classical scholars like Al-Qurtubi and Ibn Kathir, this ayah serves as a powerful reminder of Allah's countless blessings and mercies, challenging the listener to recognize their ingratitude and denial. The dual address (rabbikuma - 'your Lord') encompasses both human beings and jinn, emphasizing that all creation receives divine favor and should acknowledge it.
Revelation Context
Surah Ar-Rahman is a Medinan surah that was revealed to remind the believers of Allah's abundant blessings and to encourage gratitude. This particular refrain appears 31 times throughout the surah, creating a rhythmic and memorable structure. The repetition serves as both a warning against ingratitude and an invitation to reflect upon the signs of Allah's mercy evident in creation.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'The best of you are those who are best to their families, and I am the best among you to my family' (Tirmidhi 3895). While not directly referencing this ayah, it relates to recognizing and being grateful for the blessings Allah grants through family and relationships. Additionally, 'Whoever is not grateful for the small blessings will not be grateful for the great ones' (Tirmidhi) connects to the theme of acknowledging Allah's favors.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah invites believers to cultivate a conscious awareness of Allah's countless blessings in daily life, from basic sustenance to divine guidance, and to guard against the spiritual disease of ingratitude and denial. Recognizing these favors fosters humility, gratitude, and strengthens one's connection to the Creator.