Surah
Juz
Abdullah bin Abbas arranged the Surahs in a chronological order, stating that Sūrah 20: Tā Hā was revealed first, followed by Sūrah 56: al-Wāqi’ah (The Occurrence), and then Sūrah 26: ash-Shu’arā’ (The Poets).
The main topics of this Surah are about life after death, believing in one God (Monotheism or Tawhid), and addressing the doubts of the disbelievers in Makkah about the Qur’an. The disbelievers found it hard to believe in the concept of Resurrection, where everyone would be raised from the dead, judged, and rewarded or punished accordingly. They thought it was just a fantasy and couldn't happen for real. But it's explained that when this inevitable event occurs, no one can deny it, stop it, or prove it false. People will be divided into three groups based on their deeds: the foremost believers, the righteous, and the deniers of the Hereafter. Their fates are described in detail. Then, arguments are presented to prove the truths of Monotheism and the Hereafter. People are asked to reflect on their existence, food, water, and fire, and realise that they owe their existence and sustenance to God. Their doubts about the Qur’an are refuted, highlighting its divine nature and the ignorance of those who deny it. The Qur’ān is considered beyond human reach and is brought down by pure angels. In conclusion, people are warned about their arrogance and reminded of their helplessness in the face of death. Despite their claims of independence, they cannot control life and death. Every dying person will witness their fate after death, whether they are among the righteous or the wrongdoers.
