وَءَاخَرِينَ مُقَرَّنِينَ فِى ٱلْأَصْفَادِ 38
Translations
And others bound together in irons.
Transliteration
Wa-akharina muqarranin fi al-asfad
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah refers to other disbelievers who will be bound together in chains and shackles on the Day of Judgment. According to Ibn Kathir and Al-Tabari, this describes the punishment of those who rejected Allah's signs, emphasizing the collective nature of their torment as groups of disbelievers are chained together in the Fire, serving as a warning about the consequences of disbelief and rebellion against Allah.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears in Surah Sad, which is Meccan and addresses the themes of resurrection, punishment, and the fate of disbelievers. The context surrounds the description of the Day of Judgment and the various punishments awaiting those who denied the message of the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).
Related Hadiths
The ayah relates to the broader theme of punishment in the afterlife mentioned in numerous hadiths. For example, Sahih Muslim records that the Prophet (peace be upon him) described the punishments of the Fire and how people will be bound and restrained. Sahih Bukhari also contains descriptions of the chains of Hell as mentioned in various accounts of the Day of Judgment.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah serves as a powerful reminder of Allah's ultimate justice and accountability in the afterlife, urging believers to reflect on the gravity of disbelief and the importance of faith and obedience. It encourages modern readers to take heed from the warnings of the Quran and remain steadfast in their submission to Allah.