Surah 67 · Makki · 30 verses
Al-Mulk
The Sovereignty
Live with the Hereafter in view. Reflect on Allah's power in creation, recognize your dependence on Him, and let every choice be shaped by the reality that you will return to Him.
This Makkan surah declares Allah's absolute sovereignty over life and death, presenting the universe as a flawless creation and a test for humanity. It warns disbelievers of the Hereafter's consequences while promising reward for those who fear Allah unseen.
Revealed in early Makkah, this surah aimed to awaken a heedless populace to the reality of Allah's absolute power, the purpose of life as a test, and the inevitability of the Hereafter.
Allah's Absolute Sovereignty. Life as a Test. Signs of Divine Power. Accountability and the Hereafter. The Role of Warning. Dependence on Allah.
The Surah prior to this one is At-Tahrim. The Surah after this one is Al-Qalam. This Surah is found in Juz 29.
The surah opens by declaring Allah's absolute sovereignty and the purpose of life and death as a test. It then presents various signs in creation and warnings of accountability, concluding with a challenge about humanity's utter dependence on Allah for sustenance.
- • Protection in the grave
- • This sūrah intercedes for its companion until he’s forgiven and enters paradise
- • The Messenger of Allah ﷺ would not sleep until he recited this sūrah