Surah Naml
Total Verses 93
Makki Surah
From exegesis of Tafseer ibn Kathir, Towards
Understanding of Quran (Maududi), Tafseer ibn
Abbas and Dr. Israr Ahmad
Macrostructure of Surah Naml:
7-14 :
Story of Mosa, and end
of Taghoot (false idols)
1-6 verse:
introduction
45-53: Story of
Prophet Saleh
15-44:
The story of Prophet
Sulaiman
59:
Services of the prophets
for Tawhid
54-58:
The story of
prophet Loot
60-69:
The arguments of Tawhid of divinity and
Tawhid of sovereignty
70-93:
The conclusion, consolation to the prophet,
scenes of the day of judgment
Central Subject of the Surah
Surah focuses on Tawhid, prophet hood and rising
form the dead. The surah refers to the Quran as
guidance, mercy and warning for mankind and that
the Prophet Muhammad, the peace and blessings of
Allah be upon him, is sent by Allah, the Lord of the
universe, as a warner and messenger. It also confronts
the disbelievers who reject resurrection and life in
hereafter. To substantiate (provide evidence to
support or prove the truth of) the surah's main
argument, stories of the older prophets and their
struggles against disbelief and corruption are
presented as a means of admonition and exhortation
for the reader.
Surah’s Reflections
The Story of Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and
His Kingdom
Power and success in this world should be used for
good, humility, and serving Allah’s will. Even the
most powerful are accountable to Allah.
The Queen of Sheba's Response
Knowledge, wisdom, and closeness to Allah can
surpass physical strength and worldly power.
Humility and submission to Allah, when faced with
undeniable truth, are qualities that lead to salvation. It
also shows that Allah guides whom He wills.
Warning Against Arrogance and Denial of Truth
Arrogance and denial of the truth lead to destruction,
while humility and acceptance of guidance lead to
success and peace. We are reminded that rejecting
divine guidance out of pride is harmful.
Surah’s Lesson
We should turn to a Quran for wisdom guidance and
spiritual direction, success, intelligence and power are
blessings from Allah.
We must use them for good and be thankful, a great
leader such as Salman Al Salam is an example which
shows us, how he cares for all no matter how small or
weak.
A wise person does not let arrogant block them from
the truth, wealth and power cannot save those who
denies Allah’s guidance.
Observing nature increases the faith in Allah’s
greatness.
Action matters. We should try for righteousness
before it’s too late,
The ants wisdom and hoopoe role tells us never
underestimate anyone, every creature has a role in the
plan.
Faith requires believing in what we cannot see but
what is proven through sings.
Surah Naml teaches us that wisdom gratitude
humility and reflection lead to success in this life
and hereafter
and arrogance, disbelief, ignorance lead to
destruction
These verses ultimately encourage a person to reflect
on their own humility, submission to Allah, and the
ways they can align their lives with wisdom and
truth.
