وَنَذْكُرَكَ كَثِيرًا 34
Translations
And remember You much.
Transliteration
Wa nadhkuruka katheeran
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah is part of Prophet Musa's supplication to Allah, where he requests that he and his brother Harun be granted the ability to remember and glorify Allah abundantly. According to classical scholars like Al-Tabari and Ibn Kathir, this reflects Musa's desire for divine assistance in constantly invoking Allah's names and attributes, recognizing that remembrance of Allah (dhikr) is essential for spiritual strength and guidance in their prophetic mission.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears within Surah Taha (a Meccan chapter), specifically in the context of Musa's dialogue with Allah at Mount Sinai. Musa makes this request immediately after being commissioned as a prophet, seeking divine support and the ability to maintain constant remembrance of Allah alongside his brother Harun as they face Pharaoh.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'The best supplication is that which contains the remembrance of Allah (dhikr)' (Tirmidhi). Additionally, 'Whoever remembers Allah much will find all his affairs made easy for him' (Ahmad), reflecting the Quranic emphasis on the benefits of abundant dhikr.
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah teaches us that seeking Allah's help in maintaining constant remembrance of Him is fundamental to spiritual success and resilience in facing life's challenges. It reminds us that abundant dhikr is not merely a personal practice but a means of drawing closer to Allah and gaining His support in all our endeavors.