خَـٰلِدِينَ فِيهَا ۖ وَعْدَ ٱللَّهِ حَقًّا ۚ وَهُوَ ٱلْعَزِيزُ ٱلْحَكِيمُ 9
Translations
Wherein they abide eternally; [it is] the promise of Allāh [which is] truth. And He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.
Transliteration
Khalideen feeha wa'da Allahi haqqan wa huwa al-'Azeez al-Hakeem
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah describes the believers dwelling eternally in Paradise as the true promise of Allah, emphasizing that His word is certain and cannot fail. Classical scholars like Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari explain that this verse affirms the reality and permanence of Paradise as a divine guarantee, and Allah's attributes of being 'Al-Azeez' (The Mighty/Invincible) and 'Al-Hakeem' (The All-Wise) ensure the fulfillment of His promises—no force can prevent it, and His wisdom encompasses all.
Revelation Context
This ayah concludes the discussion in Surah Luqman about the rewards of the righteous. Within the broader context of the surah, which emphasizes Luqman's moral advice to his son and Allah's signs in creation, this verse serves as motivation for believers to heed the guidance and assures them of the eternal consequence of obedience. The surah addresses Meccan audiences facing opposition to their faith.
Related Hadiths
The hadith in Sahih Bukhari (Hadith 4476) reports the Prophet (peace be upon him) describing Paradise and its eternal nature. Additionally, Surah At-Taubah 9:111 contains a related hadith about Allah's covenant with believers regarding Paradise.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that obedience to Allah leads to eternal reward in Paradise, which is not a distant hope but a guaranteed promise from the All-Mighty and All-Wise. Modern readers should find motivation to prioritize righteous actions and trust in Allah's absolute fulfillment of His covenant with the faithful.