Surah Al-Takwir, Ayah 27-29

August 21, 2025
إِنْ هُوَ إِلَّا ذِكْرٌ لِّلْعَالَمِينَ ۝ لِمَن شَاءَ مِنكُمْ أَن يَسْتَقِيمَ ۝ وَمَا تَشَاءُونَ إِلَّا أَن يَشَاءَ اللَّهُ رَبُّ الْعَالَمِينَ
It is not except a reminder to the worlds. For whoever wills among you to take a right course. And you do not will except that Allah wills - Lord of the worlds.
یہ تمام جہانوں کے لیے نصیحت کے سوا کچھ نہیں، تم میں سے جو چاہے کہ سیدھے راستے پر چلے۔ اور تم کچھ نہیں چاہتے مگر یہ کہ اللہ چاہے جو تمام جہانوں کا رب ہے۔

Reflection

These verses describe the Quran as a universal reminder for all worlds, not limited to any particular group or time period. The Quran provides guidance for anyone who wishes to follow the straight path. However, the verses also establish the balance between human free will and divine sovereignty - while humans have the ability to choose the right path, their will operates within Allah's ultimate will and knowledge. This doesn't negate human responsibility but acknowledges that Allah's will encompasses all things. The verses teach that guidance is available to all who seek it, but ultimate success depends on both human effort and divine grace. This encourages seeking guidance while maintaining humility about our dependence on Allah.

Context

These verses conclude Surah Al-Takwir (The Overthrowing), which discusses the Day of Judgment and the Quran's role as guidance. They emphasize the universal nature of the Quran's message.