Surah
Juz
The topics and style of this Surah indicate that it was revealed during a period similar to that of Surah 14: Ibrahim (Abraham). Two key elements stand out in its background. Firstly, the frequent warnings in this Surah suggest that despite the Prophet's ﷺ prolonged efforts in spreading the Message, the majority of his people had not shown any inclination towards accepting it. Instead, they had become increasingly obstinate, stubborn, and hostile over time. Secondly, during this period, the Prophet ﷺ had started feeling somewhat weary from the strenuous efforts to combat disbelief and opposition among his people. Therefore, God repeatedly provided comfort and encouragement to uplift his spirits.
This Surah primarily focuses on two main themes. Firstly, it issues a warning to those who vehemently rejected the Prophet's ﷺ Message, opposed it staunchly, and ridiculed him. Secondly, it provides comfort and encouragement to the Prophet ﷺ during a challenging period. However, it is essential to note that this Surah does not solely rely on warning, rebuke, and criticism. Instead, it consistently incorporates guidance and instruction at suitable moments. In this context, the Surah includes concise arguments for Monotheism (Tawhid) and imparts admonition through the narrative of Adam and Satan.
