At-Tariq 86:14
The Nightcommer · Meccan · Juz 30 · Page 591
Not in Jest
وَمَا هُوَ بِٱلۡهَزۡلِ ١٤
It is no pleasantry.
Translation: Marmaduke Pickthall
Meaning
And it is not a jest.
Insight
According to Elmalılı, this word, speaking of the star, the soul, its guardian, the Creator’s power and the day of secrets, is never amusement but a serious truth.
Reflect
When you read the Qur’an, listen to it in earnest.
This short note is based on Elmalılı Hamdi Yazır’s Turkish commentary and has not yet been reviewed by a scholar.
Elmalılı’s commentary
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