Surah Al Hashr

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Al Hashr (Arabic: الحشر) is the 59^th chapter of the Quran. It consists of 3 Rukus, 24 verses, 445 words, and 1913 letters. Surah Al Hashr meaning is The Exile. This Madni chapter is named Al-Hashr because the word “hashr” appears in verse 2. It refers to the expulsion of the Jewish Banu Nadir tribe from their settlements. Sura Al-Hashr also addresses how Muslims should manage the wealth they acquired without battle. Additionally, it discusses the hypocrites and their betrayal of the People of the Book. Lastly, Surat Hashr describes Allah’s attributes and His Most Beautiful Names.

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Surah Hashr summary

1. The exile of the Jewish tribe of Banu Al-Nadhir due to their rebellion to Islamic state.
2. Booty and the Introduction of “Fay,” meaning the spoils obtained without battle belong to Allah and the Prophet, not to individuals.
3. Historical context of the Jews.
4. Positive attributes of genuine immigrants and commendable qualities of true Ansar (the residents of Madinah).
5. Conspiracy of hypocrites with the People of the Book (Jews).
6. The comparison between a Shaitan and a disbeliever.
7. Let every soul observe what it is preparing for the Hereafter.
8. If the Qur’an were revealed to a mountain, it would crumble from the fear of disobeying Allah.
9. Fifteen attributes of Allah described across three verses: the God, the Knower of the Seen and the Unseen, the Compassionate, the Merciful, the King, the Holy, the Giver of peace, the Granter of security, the Guardian, the Almighty, the Irresistible, the Supreme, the Creator, the Evolver, and the Fashioner.

Surah Hashr benefits

Following are the virtues and benefits of reciting Surah Hashr:

• According to a narration from the Noble Prophet, whoever places his hand on his head and recites the last three verses of Surah Al-Hashr will be healed from all ailments except death.

• Abu Abdullah Ja‘far ibn Muhammad said, “Whoever writes Surah e Hashr, washes it with clean water, and then drinks from that water, will attain an excellent memory and great intelligence.”

• Ali ibn Abi Talib has said that the last verses of Surah Hashr are a cure for headache.

• According to a narration from the Prophet (s), whoever recites Surat Al-Hashr will receive blessings and prayers from Paradise and Hell, the Throne (‘Arsh) and Chair (Kursiyy), its curtains, the seven heavens and the seven earths, the wind, birds, trees, mountains, the sun, the moon, and the angels. They will seek forgiveness and pardon for them, and if the person passes away on that day or night, they will be considered a martyr.

• Imam al-Sadiq (a) also narrated that whoever recites Surah Rahman and Surah Al Hashr complete during the evening, Allah will send an angel to protect them until morning.

Surah Al Hashr 22-24 benefits

Reciting the last three verses of Surah Al Hashr offers numerous benefits, including:

هُوَ اللّٰهُ الَّذِیْ لَاۤ اِلٰهَ اِلَّا هُوَۚ-عٰلِمُ الْغَیْبِ وَ الشَّهَادَةِۚ-هُوَ الرَّحْمٰنُ الرَّحِیْمُ(22)هُوَ اللّٰهُ الَّذِیْ لَاۤ اِلٰهَ اِلَّا هُوَۚ-اَلْمَلِكُ الْقُدُّوْسُ السَّلٰمُ الْمُؤْمِنُ الْمُهَیْمِنُ الْعَزِیْزُ الْجَبَّارُ الْمُتَكَبِّرُؕ-سُبْحٰنَ اللّٰهِ عَمَّا یُشْرِكُوْنَ(23)هُوَ اللّٰهُ الْخَالِقُ الْبَارِئُ الْمُصَوِّرُ لَهُ الْاَسْمَآءُ الْحُسْنٰىؕ-یُسَبِّحُ لَهٗ مَا فِی السَّمٰوٰتِ وَ الْاَرْضِۚ-وَ هُوَ الْعَزِیْزُ الْحَكِیْمُ(24)

• These verses declare the oneness of Allah and highlight His attributes of knowledge, power, and majesty. They remind us that Allah is the Creator of everything in the universe and is deserving of all praise and worship.
• The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) stated that whoever recites the last 3 verses of Surah Al Hashr will have their past and future sins forgiven.
• The Surah Al Hashr last 3 ayats guides the reciter on the path of righteousness.
• The Surah Hashr last 3 ayats serve as a reminder of Allah’s greatness and power. Reciting these verses can enhance the reciter’s knowledge of Allah and strengthen their faith.

Comparison of Mountains and Human Hearts

Surat Al-Hashr, Ayat 21, highlights the immense power and majesty of the Qur’an. It conveys that if the Qur’an were revealed to a mountain, the mountain would crumble and humble itself from the fear of Allah. This profound metaphor is meant to encourage deep reflection on the divine message’s significance. By reciting the last three verses of Surat Al-Hashr, believers are reminded of Allah’s greatness and power. It enhance their knowledge of Him and strengthening their faith.

لَوْ اَنْزَلْنَا هٰذَا الْقُرْاٰنَ عَلٰى جَبَلٍ لَّرَاَیْتَهٗ خَاشِعًا مُّتَصَدِّعًا مِّنْ خَشْیَةِ اللّٰهِؕ-وَ تِلْكَ الْاَمْثَالُ نَضْرِبُهَا لِلنَّاسِ لَعَلَّهُمْ یَتَفَكَّرُوْنَ(21)

The Quran often uses indirect criticism to teach us. By making comparisons like this, Allah sends subtle messages. It’s important to reflect on these comparisons to understand them properly, as stated in the verse.

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