The brief summary of Tafsir of verse 39 surah Baqarah | By Mufti Maaz Haroon
وَالَّذِينَ كَفَرُوا وَكَذَّبُوا بِآيَاتِنَا أُولَٰئِكَ أَصْحَابُ النَّارِ ۖ هُمْ فِيهَا خَالِدُونَ·
Translation:
“And those who disbelieve and deny Our signs – those will be companions of the Fire; they will be there forever.”
Summary of the Tafsir:
This verse completes the story of Adam (عليه السلام) and sets the final rule for humanity — the path of guidance versus the path of disbelief.
• 1. Two paths defined:
After Allah sent Adam and his descendants to earth, He made it clear that whoever follows His guidance (hidayah) will have peace and safety. But those who reject faith and deny Allah’s signs will face eternal loss.
• 2. “Kafarū” (disbelieved):
This refers to those who covered the truth knowingly — not because they didn’t hear it, but because they refused to accept it out of pride or arrogance.
• 3. “Kadhdhabū bi-āyātinā” (denied Our signs):
Allah’s signs include His revelation, Prophets, and signs in creation. Denying them means turning away from truth even after recognizing it.
• 4. “Aṣḥābu an-nār” (companions of the Fire):
The word “companions” suggests that they will be permanently associated with the fire — it will be their home, not just a temporary punishment.
• 5. “Hum fīhā khālidūn” (they will abide forever):
This emphasizes the eternity of punishment for those who die in disbelief — their souls will never find relief or escape.
Lessons for Gen Z — “The Two Paths”
1. Faith ≠ Blind Belief — It’s Awareness
Don’t follow trends blindly. Question, learn, and then believe. Allah invites you to think, not to switch off your mind.
2. Truth Isn’t Always Popular
Just because something is trending doesn’t make it right. Denying Allah’s signs because “everyone else is doing it” only traps you in the crowd — not in peace.
3. Life Is the Real Test, Not a Simulation
This world is temporary, like a trial version of a game. The real version — Jannah or Jahannam — depends on how you play here.
4. Ignoring Guidance Has Consequences
Scrolling past reminders, mocking faith, or living like nothing matters may feel normal — but those small choices shape your eternal destination.
5. Allah’s Rules = Love, Not Restriction
Boundaries in Islam aren’t meant to cage you; they protect your peace, dignity, and purpose in a chaotic world.
6. Stay Real with Allah
You can’t fake a connection with Him. Talk to Him when you’re down, confused, or lost — He listens even when no one else does.
7. Choose Your Forever Wisely
Every click, post, and decision builds your eternity. Be conscious — your vibe today writes your afterlife tomorrow.
~Mufti Maaz Haroon ✍️
