إِنَّ ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ وَعَمِلُوا۟ ٱلصَّـٰلِحَـٰتِ لَهُمْ أَجْرٌ غَيْرُ مَمْنُونٍ 8
Translations
Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds - for them is a reward uninterrupted.
Transliteration
Inna alladhina amanu wa 'amilū as-sālihāt lahum ajrun ghayru mammūn
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms that those who believe and perform righteous deeds will receive a reward that is not diminished or limited. The phrase 'ajrun ghayru mammūn' (a reward without limit/diminishment) emphasizes the generosity and abundance of Allah's recompense, as opposed to worldly rewards which are finite and temporary. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Qurtubi note that this reward encompasses both spiritual blessings in this life and eternal rewards in the Hereafter, demonstrating Allah's justice in compensating sincere believers.
Revelation Context
Surah Fussilat is a Meccan surah revealed during the early phase of Islam when the Prophet (peace be upon him) faced significant opposition. This ayah appears in the context of encouraging the believers and assuring them of Allah's promise despite the hardships they faced from disbelievers. The surah's emphasis on divine signs and the fate of believers versus disbelievers makes this verse a reassuring message about the ultimate triumph of faith.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet (peace be upon him) said: 'The reward of deeds depends upon the intentions' (Sahih Bukhari 1). Additionally, 'Whoever believes in Allah and the Last Day should speak good or keep silent' (Sahih Muslim 47) reinforces the connection between genuine faith and righteous action.
Themes
Key Lesson
For modern believers, this ayah emphasizes that sincere faith coupled with righteous actions guarantees Allah's unlimited reward, encouraging perseverance in good deeds even when worldly recognition is absent. It serves as a powerful motivation to prioritize quality of intention and action over material gains, trusting in Allah's justice and generosity.