Meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha, Also Know the Reasons and Virtues

Kapanlagi.com - Reciting or reading the Quran is one of the acts of worship in Islam. In addition, memorizing the surahs is also a must. This is because reading short surahs is one of the pillars of prayer. Among the many short surahs, Surah Ad-Dhuha is one that is often read during prayer. Therefore, it is important to know and understand the meaning of the surah for Muslims.

Yes, it is necessary for short surahs in the Quran not only to be memorized. As Muslims, we also need to know and understand the meaning contained in them. Because, in every surah in the Quran, there is a meaningful meaning. Likewise, the meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha also has extraordinary meaning.

So, to better understand the meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha, let's directly refer to the following review that has been summarized from various sources.

1. Reading and Meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha

Meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha (credit: unsplash)

Surah Ad-Dhuha is classified as a Makkan Surah, meaning it was revealed in Makkah. Surah Ad-Dhuha consists of 10 short verses, making it easy to memorize. Despite being easy to memorize, not many people know and understand the meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha. However, it is important to know the meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha.

Here is the recitation and meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha.

1. By the morning brightness

2. And [by] the night when it covers with darkness

3. Your Lord has not forsaken you, [O Muhammad], nor has He disliked [you].

4. And the Hereafter is better for you than the first [life].

5. And your Lord is going to give you, and you will be satisfied.

6. Did He not find you an orphan and give [you] refuge?

7. And He found you lost and guided [you],

8. And He found you poor and made [you] self-sufficient.

9. So as for the orphan, do not oppress [him].

10. And as for the petitioner, do not repel him

(And do not repel the petitioner)

11.And as for the favor of your Lord, report it

(And as for the favor of your Lord, report it (with gratitude))

2. Azbabun Nuzul of Surah Ad-Dhuha

Azbabun Nuzul Surat Ad Dhuha (credit: unsplash)

Studying the meaning of Surah Ad-Dhuha would not be complete without knowing its circumstances of revelation. Yes, as we know, each surah in the Quran is generally revealed in response to a particular event. Likewise, Surah Ad-Dhuha was revealed by Allah as an answer to a question from a disbeliever to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him).

According to dream.co.id, the story is mentioned in a hadith that says:

Narrated by Al-Aswad bin Qais, Jundub bin Sufyan narrated that a disbeliever, Ummu Jamil binti Harb, the wife of Abu Lahab, said to Muhammad, "O Muhammad, I truly hope that your devil (referring to the angel Jibril) has left you. Because, I haven't seen him for two or three days." (Sahih Bukhari 4569).

Surah Ad-Dhuha was revealed as a response to show that Allah is never angry or forsakes Prophet Muhammad. On the contrary, Allah always accompanies him.

Surah Ad-Dhuha was also revealed as an encouragement for Muslims to perform the Dhuha prayer. This is mentioned in a hadith where Zaid bin Arqam narrated, "The Prophet (peace be upon him) went out to meet the people of Quba while they were performing the Dhuha prayer, and the Prophet (peace be upon him) said, 'The Dhuha prayer is performed when the young camels feel the heat (due to the sun).'" (Sahih Muslim and Ahmad bin Hanbal).

3. Content of Surah Ad Dhuha

Content of Surah Ad Dhuha (credit: Pexels)

Not only knowing the meaning of Ad Dhuha, but also KLovers need to know the content of the letter of Ad Dhuha. Yes, the letter of Ad Dhuha has its content. It is known that the letter of Ad Dhuha explains Allah's protection of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) in an uninterrupted manner.

Prohibition of doing evil to orphans and beggars and also contains a command to the Prophet to be grateful for all blessings. As quoted from Wikipedia, as the name implies, Surah Ad Dhuha means it was revealed during the morning or dawn. And as an answer to the questions and insults thrown by the disbelievers of Mecca who considered that the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was no longer cared for by God.

This is because Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) had not received prophetic revelation for a long time. Until finally this surah was revealed to emphasize that the assumption of the disbelievers of Mecca was a great mistake. Allah also informs Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) that Allah never hates or forgets him.

And as for the content of the letter of Ad Dhuha, there are several, and here are the contents of the letter of Ad Dhuha that KLovers can know and understand:

1. The content of Surah Ad-Dhuha means that Allah SWT will never abandon Prophet Muhammad from being an orphan and having no protection and improvement.

2. The content of Surah Ad-Dhuha means that it is a sign from Allah SWT that the life of Prophet Muhammad SAW and his da'wah will improve and develop.

3. Then the content of Surah Ad-Dhuha means the prohibition of insulting orphans and scolding those who beg.

4. And the content of Surah Ad-Dhuha means the command to be grateful for the blessings bestowed by Allah SWT.

4. Virtues of Surah Ad Dhuha

The Virtue of Surah Ad-Dhuha (credit: Pexels)

Just like other surahs in the Quran, Surah Ad Dhuha also has important virtues that every Muslim should know. Through these virtues, Muslims can learn valuable lessons on how to glorify the greatness of Allah SWT. Some of the virtues of Surah Ad Dhuha are as follows:

1. Teaches to be kind to orphans.

2. Encourages Muslims to show more empathy towards others.

3. Encourages Muslims to be more grateful for the blessings bestowed by Allah SWT.

4. Serves as an encouragement and motivation for Muslims to perform the Dhuha prayer.

Those are some explanations about the meaning of Surah Ad Dhuha along with discussions on its azbabun nuzul and virtues. May it be beneficial and increase our faith as Muslims. Ameen.

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