The Holy Quran with Five Volume Commentary (Vol 5)

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CHAPTER 94 AL-INSHIRĀḤ (Revealed before Hijrah) Introductory Remarks Since the Surah is closely connected with the one preceding it so as to form an extension of the subject matter of the latter Sūrah, it was obviously revealed at Mecca, about the same time as the other Surah, i. e. in the second or third year of the Call. Whereas the preceding Surah spoke of the increasing prosperity of the Holy Prophet's cause, the present Surah alludes to some distinguishing signs and marks which constitute a sure guarantee of the ultimate triumph of a mission. First of all, one should be firmly convinced of the truth of one's claim and should possess necessary means for propagating it; one should be able to attract people's attention, and the Divine decree should be working in his favour. In the Surah under comment, the Holy Prophet is described as being in possession of all these in full measure. His cause is, therefore, bound to prevail. 3399