Surah Ghafir emphasizes reflection on evidence for faith, inviting acceptance of tawheed and the afterlife, while advising against conflict and arrogance, particularly for Quraysh leaders. It narrates the story of a believer from Pharaoh's family, illustrating the strength of faith amidst adversity and the consequences of rejecting divine messages. The surah reinforces Allah's guidance for patience and steadfastness in preaching and highlights the importance of recognizing and learning from the signs of Allah in the world.

1. ‫غافر‬ ‫سورة‬‫املومن‬

2. 40:‫سورة‬‫املومن‬‫غافر‬
Advice to: Reflect on the internal,
external, rational and historical proofs.
Refrain from conflict and futile
arguments. Come away from the
influence of power and heritage AND
NOW Think about accepting the Quranic
invitation to tawheed and akhirah.
Ayah 1-22
Ayah 23-27
Ayah 28-54Ayah 55-76
Ayah 77-85
Advice to refrain from
argumentation and conflict, and to
accept the invitation of tawheed,
risalah and akhirah.
Advice to the
Quraysh leadership
to abandon their
Pharaohic attitude.
The story of a true
believer from the
family of Pharaoh.
Guidance to the Prophet to
remain steadfast and determined
in inviting to tawheed
Advice to accept
the Quranic
invitation in light
of external and
historic evidence.

4. The Messenger of Allah (salAllahu alayhi
wasalam) said
Chapters beginning with Ha-Meem* are beautiful,
fresh, fragrant, splendid meadows. Whosoever
desires to walk around in the meadows of Paradise
should recite these surahs. *[Surahs with Ha-Meem
at the start. It includes seven Surahs 40-46 i.e.
Ghafir or Al-Mumin (40), Fussilat or Ha-Meem (41),
Ash-Shura (42), Az-Zukhruf (43), Ad-Dukhan (44),
Al-Jathiyah (45), Al-Ahqaf (46)]
(Al-Tadhkar Fi Afdal Al-Adhkar by Imam al-Qurtubi)
Ibn Mas’ud (radiAllahu anhu) said,
The Ha-Meems are the ‫دیباج‬‫ن‬‫آ‬‫ر‬‫الق‬ embellishments of
the Quran.(Hakim, Dhahabi, Ibn Al Mundhir &
Baihaqi)

5. Sayyidna Ibn ` Abbas RA said, 'Every thing has an essence.
The essence of the Qur'an lies in ‫م‬ٰ‫ح‬ ‫ل‬َ‫ا‬‘ Al Ha Mim '
Sayyidna Abdullah (Ibn Masud RA said that the example of the Quran
is similar to that of a person who started out to look for a place where
he and his family could live. Here, he finds some green open land and is
pleased with it. Then, he moves ahead, and finds gardens and settling
places far more verdant and growth-prone. He says, 'I was wondering
about the greenery produced by rains that I saw first, but these are more
wonderful. Then, it would be said to him, 'The first all green layout is
like the Qur'an in general, and the gardens and lodges are like ‫م‬ٰ‫ح‬ ‫ل‬َ‫ا‬ Al
Ha Meem) from out of the Quran. Therefore, Sayyidna Abdullah Ibn
Masud RA said, 'As for me, when I, during the recitation of the Qur'an,
arrive at: ‫م‬ٰ‫ح‬ ‫ل‬َ‫ا‬(` Al Ha Meem), it is as if I am enjoying myself.'

6. Ruku 1
 Six beautiful attributes of Allah;
 ِِ‫ز‬ۡ‫ي‬ ِ‫ز‬َ‫ع‬ۡ‫ال‬ – All Mighty.
 ِِ‫م‬ۡ‫ي‬ِ‫ل‬َ‫ع‬ۡ‫ال‬ - All Knower.
 ِِ‫ر‬ِ‫ف‬‫َا‬‫غ‬ – Most Forgiving.
 ُِ‫اب‬ َّ‫و‬َّ‫ت‬‫ال‬ - Acceptor of Repentance.
 ُِ‫د‬‫ِي‬‫د‬َ‫ش‬ِِ‫ب‬‫ا‬َ‫ق‬ِ‫ع‬ْ‫ال‬ - Severe in Retribution.
 ِِ‫ل‬ ۡ‫و‬َّ‫ِىِالط‬‫ذ‬ - Owner of Abundance.

7.  Dua of angels for believers (Ayat 7-8).
 Forgive those who repent and follow Your Way.
 Save them from the punishment of the blazing fire.
 Admit them to the everlasting gardens.
 Bless them the righteous among their fathers, their wives
and their descendants.
 Protect them from all evil.

8. Ruku 2
 The disbelievers appeal in despair.
 Allah’s disgust towards disbelievers.
 Allah knows their stealthy glance of the eyes and all the
secrets that hearts conceal.
 Allah instructs the believers to be “sincerely devoted” to
Allah’s cause.

9. Ruku 3
 Reference to history.
 Great cultures and civilization that left great traces
were destroyed by Allah.
 Pharaoh, Haman, Qarun.
 Use of brute force against Messengers – terrorize,
and plots to kill.
Egypt Mohenjodaro Aztec,
Mexico

10. Ruku 4
 The Believer among the people of Pharaoh – he
becomes Allah’s true servant.
 Confirms the validity of the Messengers by pointing out
they have brought to them clear signs.
 Allah’s torment may befall on the people, if they reject the
Message and continue their evil ways.
 No one can avail anyone except Allah.
 Learn from history of people destroyed before.
 Everyone has to return to Allah, so believe in the Hereafter.

11.  Pharaoh’s attitude towards the da’ee.
 Turns in arrogance and seeks to deceive the other
audience – “I only point you to the right path”.
 Turn to ridicule and trickery against the arguments
presented – “build me a high tower, so I may see
Musa’s God”.

12. Ruku 5
 Dawah points learned from the Believer among the
people of Pharaoh.
 He shows earnest intentions towards his people when
calling towards Allah.
 He presents logical arguments about belief in Hereafter.
 Explains the rule of reward and punishment in the Hereafter.
 Shows concern over the arrogant attitude of his people.
 Declares his faith openly even though his life might be at risk.

13.  Allah protects the Believer from the evil plots.
 Arguments between mighty and weak disbelievers on
the Day of Resurrection.
 Blame game!!.
 The sarcastic questions from the angels of Hell.

14. Action Items Ruku 1-5
 The end of the believers and the disbelievers ---avoid the
wrath of God
 The Horror of the Day of Judgment --- Calling on Allah by
only turning to Him
 Allah’s hold ---- seeking refuge from Allah against arrogant
people
 The believer’s DAWA style --- calling people to the Qur'an
 Invitation to salvation --- Call people towards Forgiveness
and salvation

15. Ruku 6
 Allah’s promise – He helps His Messengers & the believers
in this world's life & will help them in the life hereafter.
 Directive to the Prophet (SAWS) and believers who face
hardship.
 Remain patient in adversity.
 Tools for patience;
 Ask for forgiveness.
 Praise and glorify Allah morning and evening.

16. Ruku 7
 Allah’s blessings testify to His Greatness.
 The blessings of night and day.
 The blessings of earth and sky – sustenance from both.
 The embryonic journey and the journey of life.
 Therefore none has the right to be worshipped except Allah.

17. Ruku 8
 Punishment for those who reject the Message.
 Chains and shackles around their necks – dragged like
animals and beasts.
 Dragged through scalding water and then burned in fire.
 Rebuked and embarrassed – asked to call upon those they
worshipped, but to no avail.
 Believers are reminded again – “Be patient”.
 Inculcate high levels of discipline in believers.
 Keep strong feelings and wishes in check.

18. Ruku 9
 Learn from the signs all around.
 Creation of livestock and its uses.
 Knowledge of transportation.
 Ancient civilizations and Allah’s blessings over them..
 Without faith, knowledge and power becomes a test.

19. Action Items Ruku 6-9
 The promise of Allah is true --- seek refuge in Allah
 Blessings of Allah --- Submission to the Lord of the worlds
 The End of False Arrogants --- Patience during the
persecution in the Path of Da'wah
 Signs of Allah SWT --- Recognizing Allah by reflecting on
His signs

20. 40:‫سورة‬‫املومن‬‫غافر‬
Advice to: Reflect on the internal,
external, rational and historical proofs.
Refrain from conflict and futile
arguments. Come away from the
influence of power and heritage AND
NOW Think about accepting the Quranic
invitation to tawheed and akhirah.
Ayah 1-22
Ayah 23-27
Ayah 28-54Ayah 55-76
Ayah 77-85
Advice to refrain from
argumentation and conflict, and to
accept the invitation of tawheed,
risalah and akhirah.
Advice to the
Quraysh leadership
to abandon their
Pharaohic attitude.
The story of a true
believer from the
family of Pharaoh.
Guidance to the Prophet to
remain steadfast and determined
in inviting to tawheed
Advice to accept
the Quranic
invitation in light
of external and
historic evidence.

21. Let's evaluate our selves
Am I sure?
Yes No mostly to some
extent
I always pray for the forgiveness of all Muslims
I don't care about mindfulness of others in following
the orders of God.
I'm sure Allah knows the betrayal of the eyes
I confidently present the religion of truth to others
with logical arguments.
Obstacles and dangers in the work of preaching
the religion cool down my zeal.
I am content with the knowledge I have.
If our behavior remains the same as that of
previous nations, we may be punished

22. ِ‫ه‬‫ـ‬َّ‫ل‬‫ل‬‫ا‬ َ‫َل‬
ِ
‫ا‬ ‫ي‬ِ‫ر‬ْ‫م‬َ‫آ‬ ُ‫ض‬ِِّ‫و‬َ‫ف‬ُ‫آ‬َ‫و‬ِ‫ب‬ ٌ‫ري‬ ِ‫ص‬َ‫ب‬ َ‫ه‬‫ـ‬َّ‫ل‬‫ل‬‫ا‬ َّ‫ن‬
ِ
‫ا‬ِ‫د‬‫ا‬َ‫ب‬ِ‫ب‬ْ‫ل‬﴿٤٤﴾
And my affair I leave it to Allah. Verily,
Allah is the All-Seer of (His) servants."