Ibrahim (إبراهيم)

14. Ibrahim (إبراهيم)

Meaning: Abraham

Total Ayahs: 52

Place of Revelation: Mecca

Summary

Surah Ibrahim presents fundamental lessons through the story of Prophet Ibrahim (AS) and his supplications. It establishes the principles of Tawhid (Oneness of Allah), the importance of gratitude, and the consequences of disbelief. The Surah contains powerful parables comparing truth to a firm tree and falsehood to worthless scum. It warns rejecters of divine punishment while comforting the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) with examples of earlier messengers.

Core Message

True faith requires gratitude to Allah and recognition of His signs. Divine justice ensures the truth will ultimately prevail, while falsehood will perish.

Benefits

The Prophet (PBUH) frequently recited Ibrahim's supplications (14:35-41) as they encompass comprehensive duas for protection and righteousness. Scholars mention that reflecting on this Surah strengthens faith in Allah's promises and develops patience in adversity.

Famous Verses

14:7 "وَإِذْ تَأَذَّنَ رَبُّكُمْ لَئِن شَكَرْتُمْ لَأَزِيدَنَّكُمْ..." - Allah's promise to increase blessings for the grateful.
14:24-25 "أَلَمْ تَرَ كَيْفَ ضَرَبَ اللَّهُ مَثَلًا كَلِمَةً طَيِّبَةً..." - The parable of the good word like a firm tree.
14:40 "رَبِّ اجْعَلْنِي مُقِيمَ الصَّلَاةِ وَمِن ذُرِّيَّتِي..." - Ibrahim's prayer for himself and his descendants to establish Salah.

Moral Lesson

Gratitude attracts divine blessings. Truth stands firm like a mighty tree while falsehood crumbles. Righteous supplications can benefit generations.

Divine Attributes

Ash-Shakur (The Most Appreciative), Ar-Razzaq (The Provider), As-Sami' (The All-Hearing), Al-Hakim (The All-Wise).

Keywords

Ibrahim Gratitude Supplication Tawhid Parables Day of Judgment