370 Page Notes

26 Surah Ash-Shuara (continued)

Page 370 - Related Hadith/Sunnah

Translation of the meaning by Sahih International.

Page 370 - Related Hadiths and Sunnah

Page 370 of the Quran covers Surah As-Shu'ara (26:61–83). This page marks the dramatic conclusion of the story of Musa (Moses) escaping Egypt and transitions directly into the narrative of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham), featuring his famous theological arguments against idolatry and his beautiful, deeply emotional du'a (supplication) to Allah.

The Sunnah and Hadith literature offer profound commentary on these specific verses, highlighting the unwavering certainty of Musa, the foundational principles of Islamic monotheism (Tawhid), and the prophetic legacy of Ibrahim.

1. Hadiths Related to Verses 61–68: The Splitting of the Sea and "Indeed, my Lord is with me"

When the Children of Israel see Pharaoh's army closing in behind them and the Red Sea in front of them, they panic:

And when the two companies saw each other, the companions of Musa said, "Indeed, we are to be overtaken!" [Musa] said, "No! Indeed, with me is my Lord; He will guide me." (Quran, 26:61–62)

The Victory of Ashura and the Proximity to Musa

As established on the previous page of the Quran, this exact moment of rescue—where Allah commanded Musa to strike the sea with his staff—took place on the 10th of Muharram. The Sunnah explicitly links this victory to a fundamental practice of fasting that Muslims observe to this day, emphasizing that the Ummah of Muhammad (ﷺ) has the ultimate right to celebrate Musa's triumph.

• The Hadith: Ibn Abbas narrated: "The Prophet (ﷺ) came to Medina and saw the Jews fasting on the day of 'Ashura'. He asked them about that. They replied, 'This is a good day, the day on which Allah rescued Bani Israel from their enemy. So, Musa fasted this day.' The Prophet (ﷺ) said, 'We have more claim over Musa than you.' So, the Prophet (ﷺ) fasted on that day and ordered (the Muslims) to fast on it."

• Citation: Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 30, Hadith 92; Sahih Muslim, Book 13, Hadith 154.

2. Hadiths Related to Verses 69–82: Ibrahim’s Debate and the Traits of Allah

The narrative shifts to Prophet Ibrahim questioning his father and his people about their idols: "What do you worship?" (26:70). He then delivers a powerful testament to Allah's absolute lordship, mercy, and creative power:

"Who created me, and He [it is who] guides me. And it is He who feeds me and gives me drink. And when I am ill, it is He who cures me..." (Quran, 26:77–80)

The Etiquette of Attributing Illness to Oneself (Verse 80)

In verse 80, Ibrahim says, "And when I am ill, it is He who cures me." Classical commentators point out that Ibrahim elegantly attributed the sickness to himself out of manners (Adab) with Allah, while attributing the cure to Allah. The Sunnah directly echoes this exact theology in the daily prayers and du'as taught by Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), where evil or harm is never directly attributed to Allah's divine nature.

• The Hadith: In a lengthy supplication regarding the attributes of Allah, the Prophet (ﷺ) would say: "Labbayk wa sa'dayk, wal-khayru kulluhu bi-yadayk, wash-sharru laysa ilayk..." ("I am at Your service... All good is in Your Hands, and evil is not attributed to You.")

• Citation: Sahih Muslim, Book 6, Hadith 241; Sunan An-Nasa'i, Hadith 897.

Ruqyah and Seeking Cure From Allah Alone

Ibrahim’s absolute conviction that healing belongs solely to Allah ("He who cures me") is the bedrock of prophetic medicine (Tibb an-Nabawi) and Ruqyah (spiritual healing) in the Sunnah.

• The Hadith: Aisha narrated that when anyone among them fell ill, the Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to wipe them with his right hand and say: "Adhibil-ba'sa Rabban-nas, washfi Antash-Shafi, la shifa'a illa shifa'uka, shifa'an la yughadiru saqama." ("Take away the disease, O Lord of the people! Cure him as You are the One Who cures. There is no cure except Your cure, a cure that leaves no disease behind.")

• Citation: Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 76, Hadith 39; Sahih Muslim, Book 39, Hadith 62.

3. Hadiths Related to Verse 83: Ibrahim's Prayer for Wisdom and Righteousness

As Ibrahim concludes his declaration of faith, he turns to Allah in a profound personal du'a:

"My Lord, grant me authority/wisdom (Hukm) and join me with the righteous." (Quran, 26:83)

The Standard of the Righteous on the Day of Judgment

Ibrahim's plea to be joined with the righteous ("al-salihin") is a prayer echoed throughout the Sunnah. Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) taught that a person's ultimate fate and companionship in the Hereafter is determined by their love for the righteous, providing comfort that matching Ibrahim's prayer is achievable through sincere love for the prophets.

• The Hadith: A man came to the Prophet (ﷺ) and asked, "O Messenger of Allah, when is the Hour?" The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "What have you prepared for it?" The man replied, "I have not prepared much fasts or prayers, but I love Allah and His Messenger." The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "You will be with those whom you love." Anas bin Malik added, "We never rejoiced as much as we did upon hearing this."

• Citation: Sahih al-Bukhari, Book 78, Hadith 194; Sahih Muslim, Book 45, Hadith 211.

Summary of References for Page 370

• Musa's Unwavering Certainty & Victory (Reflecting 26:61-65): Sahih al-Bukhari (30:92) / Sahih Muslim (13:154)

• Theology of Attributing Illness vs. Cure (Reflecting 26:80): Sahih Muslim (6:241)

• Prophetic Implementation of Allah as the Sole Curer (Reflecting 26:80): Sahih al-Bukhari (76:39) / Sahih Muslim (39:62)

• The Reality of Joining the Righteous (Reflecting 26:83): Sahih al-Bukhari (78:194)