Al-Mulk (Surah 67)

Introduction

This Meccan sûrah stresses that Allah’s infinite power is manifested through His perfect creation. Those who disbelieve in Allah and deny the Resurrection will be regretful in Hell, whereas those in awe of their Lord will be richly rewarded in Paradise. Allah’s absolute authority is contrasted with the powerlessness of false gods. The fact that there is no protection from Allah’s torment is emphasized in this sûrah (verses 20, 21, and 30) and the next (68:17-33). In the Name of Allah—the Most Compassionate, Most Merciful