لَهُۥ مَا فِى ٱلسَّمَـٰوَٰتِ وَمَا فِى ٱلْأَرْضِ وَمَا بَيْنَهُمَا وَمَا تَحْتَ ٱلثَّرَىٰ 6
Translations
To Him belongs what is in the heavens and what is on the earth and what is between them and what is under the soil.
Transliteration
Lahu ma fi as-samawati wa ma fi al-ardi wa ma baynahuma wa ma tahta ath-thura
Tafsir (Explanation)
This ayah affirms Allah's absolute ownership and sovereignty over all creation—the heavens, the earth, everything between them, and everything beneath the soil. Ibn Kathir explains that 'ath-thura' (the lowest earth) represents the deepest layers of creation, emphasizing the totality of Allah's dominion. Al-Qurtubi notes this verse establishes tawhid by negating any share of ownership or authority to anyone besides Allah, making it a foundational statement of monotheistic belief.
Revelation Context
This ayah appears early in Surah Taha (a Meccan chapter revealed during the period of intense opposition to the Prophet). It comes in the context of the narrative about Prophet Musa (Moses) and serves to remind the Meccan pagans of Allah's complete sovereignty, countering their polytheistic beliefs and false gods. The surah uses this affirmation to establish the basis for accepting monotheism.
Related Hadiths
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'The most excellent invocation is 'La ilaha illallah' (There is none worthy of worship except Allah)' - this relates to the ownership theme. Additionally, Surah Al-Ankabut 29:63 contains the related principle that everything in creation belongs to Allah alone (Tirmidhi and others).
Themes
Key Lesson
This ayah reminds believers that all possessions, authority, and control belong solely to Allah, which should inspire humility and gratitude while freeing us from dependence on creation. Understanding Allah's complete ownership encourages trust in His wisdom and submission to His divine will in all circumstances.