وَإِنَّآ إِلَىٰ رَبِّنَا لَمُنقَلِبُونَ 14
Translations
And indeed we, to our Lord, will [surely] return."
Transliteration
Wa-inna ila rabbina lamanqalibun
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah declares the certainty of return to Allah, affirming that all creation will ultimately return to their Lord for judgment and accountability. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir emphasize this as a statement of absolute faith in the Day of Judgment and divine justice, with the particle 'inna' (indeed) and the emphatic 'la' strengthening the conviction of this inevitable return.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears in Surah Az-Zukhruf (The Ornaments of Gold), a Meccan surah that addresses idolatry and the polytheistic practices of the Quraysh. The statement is positioned within a broader context warning against the deception of worldly ornaments and materialism, reminding believers of the ultimate reality—accountability before Allah.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The best remembrance is to say La ilaha illallah (there is none worthy of worship except Allah), and the best supplication is to say Alhamdulillah (all praise belongs to Allah).' (Tirmidhi) - This relates to the theme of acknowledging Allah's lordship. Additionally, the concept appears in various ahadith about the certainty of the Hour and return to Allah.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches that regardless of worldly attachments or temporary possessions, every soul must ultimately face its Creator and account for its deeds, encouraging believers to prioritize spiritual preparation and righteous conduct over material pursuits in this transient life.