Surah Al-Naba, Ayah 31-32
Reflection
These verses promise ultimate success (mafaz) to those who maintained God-consciousness (taqwa) in their worldly lives. The word "mafaz" indicates not just success but triumph and salvation. The description of gardens and grapevines represents the beauty, abundance, and pleasure that await the righteous in Paradise. Gardens symbolize organized beauty and careful cultivation, while grapevines represent sweetness and joy. These rewards are not just material pleasures but represent the spiritual satisfaction and happiness that comes from living according to Allah's guidance. The verses encourage believers to persevere in righteousness by reminding them of the ultimate success that awaits them.
Context
These verses appear in Surah Al-Naba (The Tidings), which discusses the Day of Judgment and the different destinies of people. They describe the successful outcome for those who lived righteously.