Al-Infitar — The Cleaving
Surah Al-Infitar is chapter 82 of the Noble Quran, revealed in Makki containing 19 verses.
إِذَا ٱلسَّمَآءُ ٱنفَطَرَتۡ
Itha alssamao infatarat
When the sky breaks apart
وَإِذَا ٱلۡكَوَاكِبُ ٱنتَثَرَتۡ
Waitha alkawakibu intatharat
And when the stars fall, scattering
وَإِذَا ٱلۡبِحَارُ فُجِّرَتۡ
Waitha albiharu fujjirat
And when the seas are erupted
وَإِذَا ٱلۡقُبُورُ بُعۡثِرَتۡ
Waitha alqubooru buAAthirat
And when the [contents of] graves are scattered
عَلِمَتۡ نَفۡسٞ مَّا قَدَّمَتۡ وَأَخَّرَتۡ
AAalimat nafsun ma qaddamat waakhkharat
A soul will [then] know what it has put forth and kept back
يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلۡإِنسَٰنُ مَا غَرَّكَ بِرَبِّكَ ٱلۡكَرِيمِ
Ya ayyuha alinsanu ma gharraka birabbika alkareemi
O mankind, what has deceived you concerning your Lord, the Generous
ٱلَّذِي خَلَقَكَ فَسَوَّىٰكَ فَعَدَلَكَ
Allathee khalaqaka fasawwaka faAAadalaka
Who created you, proportioned you, and balanced you
فِيٓ أَيِّ صُورَةٖ مَّا شَآءَ رَكَّبَكَ
Fee ayyi sooratin ma shaa rakkabaka
In whatever form He willed has He assembled you
كَلَّا بَلۡ تُكَذِّبُونَ بِٱلدِّينِ
Kalla bal tukaththiboona bialddeeni
No! But you deny the Recompense
وَإِنَّ عَلَيۡكُمۡ لَحَٰفِظِينَ
Wainna AAalaykum lahafitheena
And indeed, [appointed] over you are keepers
كِرَامٗا كَٰتِبِينَ
Kiraman katibeena
Noble and recording
يَعۡلَمُونَ مَا تَفۡعَلُونَ
YaAAlamoona ma tafAAaloona
They know whatever you do
إِنَّ ٱلۡأَبۡرَارَ لَفِي نَعِيمٖ
Inna alabrara lafee naAAeemin
Indeed, the righteous will be in pleasure
وَإِنَّ ٱلۡفُجَّارَ لَفِي جَحِيمٖ
Wainna alfujjara lafee jaheemin
And indeed, the wicked will be in Hellfire
يَصۡلَوۡنَهَا يَوۡمَ ٱلدِّينِ
Yaslawnaha yawma alddeeni
They will [enter to] burn therein on the Day of Recompense
وَمَا هُمۡ عَنۡهَا بِغَآئِبِينَ
Wama hum AAanha bighaibeena
And never therefrom will they be absent
وَمَآ أَدۡرَىٰكَ مَا يَوۡمُ ٱلدِّينِ
Wama adraka ma yawmu alddeeni
And what can make you know what is the Day of Recompense
ثُمَّ مَآ أَدۡرَىٰكَ مَا يَوۡمُ ٱلدِّينِ
Thumma ma adraka ma yawmu alddeeni
Then, what can make you know what is the Day of Recompense
يَوۡمَ لَا تَمۡلِكُ نَفۡسٞ لِّنَفۡسٖ شَيۡـٔٗاۖ وَٱلۡأَمۡرُ يَوۡمَئِذٖ لِّلَّهِ
Yawma la tamliku nafsun linafsin shayan waalamru yawmaithin lillahi
It is the Day when a soul will not possess for another soul [power to do] a thing; and the command, that Day, is [entirely] with Allah
Overview
Surah Al-Infitar (The Cleaving) consists of 19 verses. It covers foundational aspects of Islamic belief, moral rectitude, spiritual reflection, and obedience to Allah. Scholars emphasize its continuous recitation for spiritual growth, guidance, and divine protection.
Historical Background
Revealed in Makki during a crucial phase of Prophethood, Surah Al-Infitar addressed specific circumstances facing the early Muslim community, offering solace, timeless wisdom, and divine instruction.
Main Themes
- Affirmation of Tawheed and divine wisdom
- Reflections on creation, life, and the Hereafter
- Lessons from past righteous servants and prophets
- Ethical conduct and devotion in daily life
Benefits of Recitation
- Brings tranquility, blessings, and divine protection
- Increases comprehension of Quranic wisdom
- Source of light and guidance on the Straight Path
Virtues
- Reciting Surah Al-Infitar earns 10 rewards for every single letter read according to authentic Hadith.
- Regular recitation strengthens faith and protects against spiritual heedlessness.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the core message of Surah Al-Infitar?
Surah Al-Infitar emphasizes monotheism, righteous living, accountability before Allah, and seeking divine guidance.
Where was Surah Al-Infitar revealed?
It was revealed in Makki and contains 19 verses.
Authentic References
Sahih al-Bukhari · Sahih Muslim · Tafsir Ibn Kathir
