Surah Al-Nahl, Ayah 97
مَنْ عَمِلَ صَالِحًا مِّن ذَكَرٍ أَوْ أُنثَىٰ وَهُوَ مُؤْمِنٌ فَلَنُحْيِيَنَّهُ حَيَاةً طَيِّبَةً ۖ وَلَنَجْزِيَنَّهُمْ أَجْرَهُم بِأَحْسَنِ مَا كَانُوا يَعْمَلُونَ
Whoever does righteousness, whether male or female, while he is a believer - We will surely cause him to live a good life, and We will surely give them their reward [in the Hereafter] according to the best of what they used to do.
جو کوئی نیک عمل کرے، مرد ہو یا عورت، اور وہ مومن ہو، تو ہم اسے ضرور پاکیزہ زندگی عطا کریں گے اور انہیں ان کے بہترین اعمال کے مطابق ان کا اجر دیں گے۔
Explanation
This verse promises a "good life" (hayatan tayyibah) to those who combine faith with righteous deeds, regardless of gender. The "good life" includes inner peace, contentment, meaningful relationships, and spiritual satisfaction - qualities that aren't dependent on material wealth or external circumstances. The verse emphasizes gender equality in spiritual rewards and establishes that both faith and righteous action are necessary for this blessed life. The promise extends to both this world (good life) and the next (reward based on the best deeds). This teaches that true happiness comes from combining belief with good actions, that spiritual fulfillment is available to all regardless of gender or social status, and that Allah judges people by their best deeds rather than their worst. It provides hope that righteous living leads to genuine satisfaction and ultimate reward.
Context
This verse appears in Surah Al-Nahl (The Bee), which discusses Allah's blessings and guidance. It promises the reward for combining faith with righteous deeds.