Faces of Hell & Faces of Paradise|The Day That Will Crush Every Soul
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Surah Al-Ghashiyah is a powerful Makki surah that shakes the human heart with vivid descriptions of the Day of Judgment, Hellfire, Paradise, and the signs of Allah in creation. In verses 1 to 20, Allah confronts mankind with the reality of the Hereafter and invites them to reflect on the universe as proof of His power.
This surah builds fear, hope, and accountability all at once — making it one of the most emotionally intense reminders of the Qur’an.
✅ Summary from Tafsir Ibn Kathir (Verses 1–20)
According to Tafsir Ibn Kathir:
Verses 1–7:
Allah describes the miserable condition of the disbelievers on the Day of Judgment. Their faces are humbled, exhausted from punishment, and they are burned in a blazing Fire. They will drink from boiling water and eat from Dari‘ (a thorny, poisonous plant) that neither nourishes nor removes hunger. This symbolizes complete physical and spiritual torment.
Verses 8–16:
In contrast, Allah describes the joyful faces of the believers. They will be satisfied with their deeds and live in lofty Paradise, where:
No useless talk exists
Flowing springs are present
Raised couches, set cups, lined cushions, and spread carpets symbolize honor, comfort, and eternal luxury
Verses 17–20:
Allah calls people to reflect on His signs:
The camel (its strength and design)
The sky (how it is raised)
The mountains (how they are fixed)
The earth (how it is spread)
Ibn Kathir explains that Allah uses things familiar to the Arabs to prove His absolute power and Oneness, leaving no excuse for disbelief.
✅ Shan-e-Nuzool (Cause of Revelation)
Surah Al-Ghashiyah is a Makki surah, revealed in a time when:
The Quraysh denied the Day of Resurrection
They mocked the concept of Paradise and Hell
They demanded physical proof instead of faith
This surah was revealed to:
Warn the disbelievers
Strengthen the believers
Present clear signs of Allah in nature
Remove all excuses for rejecting the Hereafter
There is no single specific incident, but it was revealed as a general warning against disbelief and arrogance
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