31. Surah Luqman

Summary:

Surah Luqman is named after a wise man who gave valuable advice to his son about worshiping Allah, being kind to parents, and maintaining good character. The Surah emphasizes the importance of gratitude, faith, and righteous living. It also reminds believers of the signs of Allah in creation and the consequences of arrogance and ignorance.

Core Message:

The Surah stresses the importance of wisdom, gratitude, and righteous conduct, with a focus on worshiping Allah alone and being mindful of His signs in the universe.

Moral Lessons:

  • Gratitude toward Allah and parents is vital.
  • Wisdom and righteous character are essential for success.
  • Ignorance and arrogance lead to ruin.

Divine Attributes:

  • Al-Hakim: The Wise.
  • Al-Khabir: The All-Aware.
  • Al-Ghani: The Self-Sufficient.

Life Guidance:

Believers are encouraged to live with wisdom, humility, and gratitude, following the example of Luqman’s advice, while being conscious of Allah’s presence in all aspects of life.

Personal Reflection:

Reflecting on Luqman’s wisdom helps to cultivate gratitude, humility, and respect for others, particularly parents, while reinforcing one’s faith in Allah.