An-Naml (Surah 27)
An-Naml (The Ants)
Makki SurahIntroduction
This Meccan sûrah narrates the encounters of Solomon (ﷺ) with ants (hence the sûrah’s name), a hoopoe, and the Queen of Sheba—which do not appear in any other sûrah. Allah’s power to create and provide is contrasted with the powerlessness of the idols. Some deterring examples are given to the pagans, along with a warning of the horrors of the apocalypse. The Prophet (ﷺ) is reassured of the truth of the Quran and told that his duty is only to deliver the message. Judgment rests with Allah alone. In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful
بِسْمِ ٱللَّهِ ٱلرَّحْمَـٰنِ ٱلرَّحِيمِ
In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful.
Qualities of the Believers
1. Ṭâ-Sĩn. These are the verses of the Quran; the clear Book. 2. (It is) a guide and good news for the believers 3. (those) who establish prayer, pay alms-tax, and have sure faith in the Hereafter.
Surah 27 - An-Naml (The Ants) - Verses 1-3
Qualities of the Disbelievers
4. As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have certainly made their (evil) deeds appealing to them, so they wander blindly 5. It is they who will suffer a dreadful torment, and in the Hereafter they will (truly) be the greatest losers 6. And indeed, you (O Prophet) are receiving the Quran from the One (Who is) All-Wise, All-Knowing
Surah 27 - An-Naml (The Ants) - Verses 4-6
Moses and the Nine Signs
7. (Remember) when Moses said to his family, “I have spotted a fire. I will either bring you some directions from there, or a burning torch so you may warm yourselves.” 8. But when he came to it, he was called (by Allah), “Blessed is the one at the fire, and whoever is around it! Glory be to Allah, the Lord of all worlds 9. O Moses! It is truly I. I am Allah—the Almighty, All-Wise. 10. Now, throw down your staff!” But when he saw it slithering like a snake, he ran away without looking back. (Allah reassured him,) “O Moses! Do not be afraid! Messengers should have no fear in My presence. 11. (Fear is) only for those who do wrong. But if they later mend (their) evil (ways) with good, then I am certainly All-Forgiving, Most Merciful. 12. Now put your hand through (the opening of) your collar, it will come out (shining) white, unblemished. (These are two) of nine signs for Pharaoh and his people. They have truly been a rebellious people.” 13. But when Our enlightening signs came to them, they said, “This is pure magic.” 14. And, although their hearts were convinced the signs were true, they still denied them wrongfully and arrogantly. See then what was the end of the corruptors!
Surah 27 - An-Naml (The Ants) - Verses 7-14
David and Solomon
15. Indeed, We granted knowledge to David and Solomon. And they said (in acknowledgment), “All praise is for Allah Who has privileged us over many of His faithful servants.” 16. And David was succeeded by Solomon, who said, “O people! We have been taught the language of birds, and been given everything (we need). This is indeed a great privilege.”