Surah At-Takwir [81] (The Overthrowing)

 Surah Al-Takwir [81] (The Overthrowing)

 

Here's an explanation of the verses 1 to 14 in Chapter 81 of the Quran, Surah At-Takwir (The Overthrowing), along with their translation:

Verse 1:

إِذَا الشَّمْسُ كُوِّرَتْ

"When the sun (with its spacious light) is folded up,"

This verse describes a scene where the sun, which is a source of light and heat, appears as if it is being folded up or extinguished.

Verse 2:

وَإِذَا النُّجُومُ انكَدَرَتْ

"When the stars fall, losing their lustre,"

This verse refers to a phenomenon where the stars, which are usually shining brightly in the sky, lose their brilliance and appear to fall or fade away.

Verse 3:

وَإِذَا الْجِبَالُ سُيِّرَتْ

"When the mountains are set in motion,"

This verse describes a scene where the mountains, which are usually firm and stationary, are set in motion or uprooted from their places.

Verse 4:

وَإِذَا الْعِشَارُ عُطِّلَتْ

"When the pregnant she-camels are neglected,"

This verse refers to a situation where the she-camels, which are usually taken care of and given importance, are left neglected and abandoned.

Verse 5:

وَإِذَا الْوُحُوشُ حُشِرَتْ

"When the wild beasts are gathered together,"

This verse portrays a scene where the wild beasts, which are usually scattered in various locations, are brought together and gathered in one place.

Verse 6:

وَإِذَا الْبِحَارُ سُجِّرَتْ

"And when the seas are set afire,"

This verse describes a scene where the seas, which are usually calm and filled with water, appear as if they are set ablaze or ignited.

Verse 7:

وَإِذَا النُّفُوسُ زُوِّجَتْ

"And when the souls are paired,"

This verse refers to a situation where human souls are joined or paired with their respective bodies, indicating the resurrection and gathering of people on the Day of Judgment.

Verse 8:

وَإِذَا الْمَوْءُودَةُ سُئِلَتْ

"And when the girl [who was] buried alive is asked,"

This verse alludes to the practice of burying infant girls alive in pre-Islamic Arabia, which was considered a grave sin. On the Day of Judgment, those who were involved in this act will be held accountable and questioned about their actions.

Verse 9:

بِأَيِّ ذَنبٍ قُتِلَتْ

"For what sin she was killed."

This verse emphasizes that the girl who was unjustly killed will be questioned about the reason or sin for which she was deprived of her life.

Verse 10:

وَإِذَا الصُّحُفُ نُشِرَتْ

"And when the pages [of deeds] are made public,"

This verse refers to the scrolls or records of people's deeds, which will be made public and presented for accountability on the Day of Judgment.

Verse 11:

وَإِذَا السَّمَاءُ كُشِطَتْ

"And when the sky is stripped away,"

This verse portrays a scene where the sky, which is usually covering and encompassing the Earth, is removed or rolled up like a scroll.

Verse 12:

وَإِذَا الْجَحِيمُ سُعِّرَتْ

"And when Hellfire is set ablaze,"

This verse describes the intense and fierce blazing of the Hellfire, which will be a place of punishment for the disbelievers and evildoers.

Verse 13:

وَإِذَا الْجَنَّةُ أُزْلِفَتْ

"And when Paradise is brought near,"

This verse refers to the proximity and accessibility of Paradise, which will be a reward for the righteous and those who have believed and performed good deeds.

Verse 14:

عَلِمَتْ نَفْسٌ مَّا أَحْضَرَتْ

"Every soul will know what it has brought [of good and evil]."

This verse emphasizes that every individual will have full awareness and knowledge of their own deeds and actions, both good andevil. It highlights that each person will be fully conscious of the consequences of their choices and actions in this worldly life and will be held accountable for them on the Day of Judgment.

These verses in Surah At-Takwir depict scenes of cosmic changes and events that will occur on the Day of Judgment. They emphasize the magnitude and significance of this Day, where everything in the universe will be transformed and people will be held accountable for their actions. The verses serve as a reminder of the power and greatness of Allah and the ultimate justice that will prevail on the Day of Judgment.