Surah Al-A’la – Complete Arabic, English & Urdu
Arabic Text
سَبِّحِ اسْمَ رَبِّكَ الْأَعْلَى الَّذِي خَلَقَ فَسَوَّىٰ وَالَّذِي قَدَّرَ فَهَدَىٰ وَالَّذِي أَخْرَجَ الْمَرْعَىٰ فَجَعَلَهُ غُثَاءً أَحْوَىٰ
سَنُقْرِئُكَ فَلَا تَنسَىٰ إِلَّا مَا شَاءَ اللَّهُ ۚ إِنَّهُ يَعْلَمُ الْجَهْرَ وَمَا يَخْفَىٰ وَنُيَسِّرُكَ لِلْيُسْرَىٰ فَذَكِّرْ إِن نَّفَعَتِ الذِّكْرَىٰ سَيَذَّكَّرُ مَنْ يَخْشَىٰ وَيَتَجَنَّبُهَا الْأَشْقَى الَّذِي يَصْلَى النَّارَ الْكُبْرَىٰ ثُمَّ لَا يَمُوتُ فِيهَا وَلَا يَحْيَىٰ قَدْ أَفْلَحَ مَنْ تَزَكَّىٰ وَذَكَرَ اسْمَ رَبِّهِ فَصَلَّىٰ بَلْ تُؤْثِرُونَ الْحَيَاةَ الدُّنْيَا وَالْآخِرَةُ خَيْرٌ وَأَبْقَىٰ إِنَّ هَذَا لَفِي الصُّحُفِ الْأُولَىٰ صُحُفِ إِبْرَاهِيمَ وَمُوسَىٰ
English Translation
Urdu Translation
جس نے چارہ نکالا اور اسے سیاہ کوڑا کر دیا۔ ہم آپ کو پڑھائیں گے، پھر آپ بھولیں گے نہیں۔
مگر جو اللہ چاہے۔ وہ ظاہر اور پوشیدہ سب جانتا ہے۔ اور ہم آپ کے لیے آسان راستہ آسان کر دیں گے۔ پس نصیحت کرو اگر نصیحت فائدہ دے۔ جو شخص ڈرتا ہے نصیحت یاد رکھے گا،
اور بدبخت اس سے دور رہے گا۔ جو بڑی آگ میں داخل ہوگا، پھر نہ وہ مرے گا اور نہ جیتا رہے گا۔ بے شک کامیاب ہوا وہ جس نے پاکیزگی اختیار کی، اور اپنے رب کا نام یاد کیا اور نماز پڑھی۔ لیکن تم دنیا کی زندگی کو ترجیح دیتے ہو، حالانکہ آخرت بہتر بھی ہے اور باقی رہنے والی بھی۔ یہ بات پہلے صحیفوں میں بھی موجود تھی، ابراہیم اور موسیٰ کے صحیفوں میں۔
اپنے رب اعلیٰ کے نام کی تسبیح کرو۔ جس نے پیدا کیا اور درست بنایا۔ جس نے اندازہ لگایا پھر راہ دکھائی۔
Tafseer & Explanation
Surah Al-A‘la teaches the greatness of Allah, the temporary nature of the world, and the importance of purification and prayer. It encourages believers to remember Allah, follow guidance, and prioritize the Hereafter over worldly life. The surah also reassures the Prophet ﷺ that Allah will make the Qur’an easy to remember, highlighting the miracle of its preservation and memorization.
The green pasture that turns into black stubble symbolizes the fleeting nature of life. Those who focus only on worldly desires will suffer in the Hereafter, while those who fear Allah and purify themselves will succeed. Surah Al-A‘la emphasizes moral and spiritual growth, remembrance of Allah, and the eternal value of the Hereafter.
Surah Al-A‘la is a beautiful Makkah surah containing timeless lessons for humanity. The opening command “Glorify the name of your Lord, the Most High” reminds believers to always begin with the praise of Allah. Every creation by Allah is precise and purposeful, from the smallest creature to the largest creation. Allah designs, guides, and provides sustenance for all beings. Human beings are accountable for their choices, and the surah highlights the importance of following Allah’s guidance.
Life is temporary. The transformation of green pastures into dry stubble represents the transient nature of worldly life. Materialism and desire for luxuries are temporary pleasures, while the Hereafter is eternal. Surah Al-A‘la teaches that the true success is spiritual and moral purification. The Qur’an serves as a reminder and guidance. Believers are encouraged to memorize and recite it, follow its teachings, and avoid arrogance and heedlessness.
The Prophet ﷺ recited this surah regularly, demonstrating its significance in daily worship. By reflecting on the words, believers understand the brevity of life, the importance of preparing for the Hereafter, and the necessity of continuous self-purification. Allah assures that only sincere believers who fear Him and follow His guidance benefit from these reminders.
The Surah concludes by stating that the message was already present in the scriptures of Abraham and Moses, showing that the guidance of Allah is consistent and eternal. By internalizing these teachings, believers develop mindfulness, gratitude, humility, and a spiritual connection with Allah. This surah is therefore not only recited but also a means of spiritual reflection, self-correction, and motivation to prioritize eternal success over worldly gains.
In conclusion, Surah Al-A‘la combines praise of Allah, reflection on creation, the fleeting nature of worldly life, and the importance of spiritual purification. It encourages daily remembrance, prayer, and moral rectitude. By reciting, understanding, and following its teachings, a believer strengthens faith, develops moral character, and ensures eternal success in the Hereafter.
