Surah Al Feel, is the 105th surah of the Quran, weaves a narrative that transcends time and offers profound insights into the power of divine protection. In this blog, we explore the story encapsulated in this surah and delve into the timeless lessons it imparts.
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The Story of Surah Al Feel
The surah Al feel begins with the mention of the Army of the Elephants, led by Abraha, marching towards Mecca with the malevolent intent to destroy the Holy Kaaba. This army, equipped with elephants, was perceived as an unstoppable force in the eyes of the people. However, Allah’s divine plan unfolds as a remarkable turn of events takes place.
Divine Intervention
As the Army of the Elephants advances, the surah recounts how Allah thwarted their nefarious plans. The skies were filled with flocks of birds, Ababil, carrying stones in their beaks and claws. These birds rained down upon the invaders, turning their formidable army into a scene of defeat and destruction. The Kaaba remained untouched, safeguarded by the divine will.
Lessons from Surah Al Fil
1. Ultimate Divine Power
Surah Al Fil serves as a potent reminder of the ultimate power and authority of Allah. Regardless of the apparent strength of worldly forces, it is the divine will that prevails. The story underscores the concept that nothing and no one can challenge or overcome Allah’s sovereignty.
2. Trust in Divine Protection
The believers in Makkah faced a formidable threat, yet they placed their trust in Allah’s protection. This trust was rewarded with a miraculous intervention that not only saved the Kaaba but also demonstrated the unfathomable ways in which Allah safeguards His devotees.
3. Divine Timing
The events in Surah Al Feel unfolded at a precise moment – a testament to the divine timing of Allah’s interventions. This serves as a reminder that things happen according to a divine plan, and believers should maintain patience and trust in Allah’s timing, even when faced with challenging situations.
4. The Power of Humility
The story of the Army of the Elephants highlights the arrogance and pride of those who sought to destroy the Kaaba. In contrast, the believers in Makkah exhibited humility and reliance on Allah. Surah Feel emphasizes the importance of humility before the divine, as arrogance can lead to downfall.
Benefits of Surah Al Feel
Not many people know the benefits of Surah Al Feel. One of them is when the morning prayer and other obligatory prayers are read. Surah Al Feel is the 105th surah in the quran and consists of 5 verses.
Surah Al Fil is classified as a Makkiyah Surah. The name Al Fil means Elephant which is taken from the first verse of this letter.
The topic of this letter is the story of the failed attempt to destroy the Kaaba by Abraha (king of Yemen) and his 60,000 soldiers, including 13 elephants (or 9 in another version).
The year this event occurred is also recorded in Islamic history as the Year of the Elephant.
Benefits of Surah Al Feel
- If Surah Al Feel is read together with Surah Al Insyirah after performing the Fajr prayer, namely in the first rak’ah, after reading Surah Al Fatihah, read Surah Fil, surely no evil hand can touch it. However, the condition is that it must be carried out regularly (istikamah) and continuously (mudawamah).
- If read in battle, God willing, the enemy will run away on their own because they are overshadowed by a feeling of intense fear. It is more important if the leader of the combat troops together with his subordinates read this surah.
- If it is written on (a broken tile or roof) when you write it in a pure state, then it is planted in the house of an unjust enemy (planting it in a place where it is not stepped on), then the house will be as if stones are being pelted at any time, causing the unjust person to be unable to live in his house. . This situation continues as long as the critical shard has not been taken.
- If you read Surah Al Feel 20 times for 7 days, strange and strange wishes will be conveyed.
- If read 1,000 times for 40 days, good fortune will be provided and wishes will be conveyed.
- If you read it 1,000 times for 10 days, people will surely love you.
- If read 170 times on food or sweets or perfume given to women or wives with the permission of Allah SWT, they will be loved and cherished.
Other Advantages of Surah Al Fil
- First, Surah Al Feel is included in the Al Mufashshal given to the Prophet Muhammad SAW. This is in addition, so that he has superiority compared to his predecessor prophets.
- The person who reads it will be resurrected on the Day of Resurrection on a heavenly vehicle and seated on a seat of light. Abi Abdullah said, “Whoever reads the most of Surah Feel, Allah will raise him on the Day of Resurrection on a vehicle from the vehicle of heaven, until he sits on his seat of light on the Day of Resurrection.” (Tsawabul A’mal: 165)
- Get rewards like those who make tawaf at the Kaaba and do itikaf at the Grand Mosque. Prophet Muhammad SAW. said, “Whoever reads this surah (Surat Al Feel), then Allah will give him a reward like those who circumambulate the Kaaba (tawaf) and do Itikaf at the Grand Mosque. And if it is recited over feared food, then it can become medicine in it, while the person who eats it will not be hurt forever.” (Tafsirul Burhan, Juz 8: 392)
That’s a brief discussion about reading, reciting, the virtues and benefits of Surah Feel. Hopefully what we say is useful.
Conclusion
Surah Al Feel encapsulates a timeless tale of divine protection and intervention, imparting lessons that resonate across generations. It beckons believers to trust in Allah’s power, remain humble in the face of challenges, and understand that divine timing orchestrates events in ways beyond human comprehension. As we reflect on the profound narrative of Surah Al Fil, may it inspire a deepening of faith and an unwavering trust in the divine guidance that shapes our lives.