Surah Fussilat

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Fussilat is the 41^st chapter of the Quran. It consists of 6 Rukus, 54 verses, 794 words, and 3365 letters. It is a Meccan surah, and it opens with the Muqqat’at letters حٰمٓ. Surah Ha Mim Sajdah is another name for Surah Fussilat, and it is located in 24^th and 25^th paras (Juz) of the Quran. This Surah’s title consists of “Ha-Mim” and “As-Sajdah,” indicating it starts with Ha-Mim and includes a verse prompting prostration. In Surat Fussilat, those who deny the Quran and Allah Almighty are cautioned that their own bodies will bear witness against them on the Day of Judgment, leading them to eternal damnation in Hell. The mention of the obliteration of the proud and ungrateful nations of ‘Âd and Thamûd is significant, as it serves as a reminder to the pagan Arabs who passed by their ruins en route to Syria and Yemen. Verses 30-36 provide a profound portrayal of the righteous.

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Surah Fussilat summary

1. The successive phases of the formation of the heavens and the earth.
2. The story concerning the people of ‘Ad and the people of Thamud.
3. A depiction of the Day of Judgment.
4. The testimony of the eyes, ears, and the skin on the Day of Judgment
5. Surah Fussilat ayat 37 revolves around the signs of Allah’s creation and the prohibition of worshiping celestial bodies such as the sun and the moon. It emphasizes the importance of directing all acts of worship solely towards Allah.
6. Surah Fussilat ayat 53 discusses Allah’s promise to manifest His signs both in the world and within individuals themselves. This manifestation will continue until it becomes clear to them that indeed the truth is established.

Surah Fussilat benefits

Following are the virtues and benefits of reciting Surat Ha Mim Sajdah:

• The Messenger of Allah (صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم) said:

“Everything has its own fruit and benefits, and the fruit of the Qur’an is Ha-Meem (another name for Fussilat Surah). Chapters that begin with Ha-Meem are like beautiful, fresh, fragrant, and splendid meadows. Whoever wishes to stroll through the meadows of Paradise should recite these surahs.”

• Hazrat Khalil bin Murah (رضي الله عنه) narrated:

The Messenger of Allah (صلى الله عليه وآله وسلم) would not go to sleep without reciting Surat Tabaraka Allathee (Surat Al-Mulk, Chapter 67) and Surah Ha Mim as Sajdah (Surah al fussilat, Chapter 41).

• Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq narrated that whoever recites Surah Hamim Sajdah will receive illumination with light in front of them on the Day of Judgment, and they will lead a commendable life in this world. Furthermore, if someone writes this Surah in a container, fills it with rainwater, and applies the water to their eyes, it will relieve all eye problems.
• Surat Fussilat recitation relieves anxiety and stress, making it beneficial during times of difficulty or hardship.

Assurance and Rewards for the Steadfast Believers

Surat Fussilat (verses 30, 31, and 33) highlight the divine reassurance and ultimate rewards for the steadfast believers. Those who declare, “Our Lord is Allah” and remain firm in their faith are blessed with the descent of angels who bring them the comforting message to not fear or grieve, but rather rejoice in the promise of Paradise (Surah Fussilat ayat 30).

اِنَّ الَّذِیْنَ قَالُوْا رَبُّنَا اللّٰهُ ثُمَّ اسْتَقَامُوْا تَتَنَزَّلُ عَلَیْهِمُ الْمَلٰٓىٕكَةُ اَلَّا تَخَافُوْا وَ لَا تَحْزَنُوْا وَ اَبْشِرُوْا بِالْجَنَّةِ الَّتِیْ كُنْتُمْ تُوْعَدُوْنَ(30)

The angels further assure the believers of their companionship and support both in this worldly life and the Hereafter. In Paradise, the believers will be granted everything they desire and ask for as a gracious hospitality from the Merciful Lord (Surah Fussilat ayat 31).

نَحْنُ اَوْلِیٰٓؤُكُمْ فِی الْحَیٰوةِ الدُّنْیَا وَ فِی الْاٰخِرَةِۚ-وَ لَكُمْ فِیْهَا مَا تَشْتَهِیْۤ اَنْفُسُكُمْ وَ لَكُمْ فِیْهَا مَا تَدَّعُوْنَﭤ(31)

Furthermore, the excellence of those who call others to Allah, perform righteous deeds, and proudly declare themselves as Muslims is emphasized, underscoring the importance and high status of dawah and righteous living (Quran Surah Fussilat ayat 33).

وَ مَنْ اَحْسَنُ قَوْلًا مِّمَّنْ دَعَاۤ اِلَى اللّٰهِ وَ عَمِلَ صَالِحًا وَّ قَالَ اِنَّنِیْ مِنَ الْمُسْلِمِیْنَ(33)

These verses collectively convey the themes of divine support, the promise of eternal bliss in Paradise, and the virtue of inviting others to the path of Allah.

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