Surah 1.01-1.03 (Surah Anaam)

Question 1

What is the main theme of these verses?

Answer 1

• These verses of Surah Anaam discuss the fundamental Quranic theme of Allah in Himself. It gives the message of Tauhid by expressing that God does not have partners and the entire universe is the creation of His will and design.
• He is free from all physical relations especially wife and children. The Quran says, “He begets not nor is He begotten.”
• God is beyond human comprehension. Although humans cannot understand Him, He understands everything in creation.
• God is the most powerful He is the one who has the power to help humans, and He hears and sees all that they do, therefore they should worship Him and pray to Him to reward their actions.

Question 2

What is the importance of these verses?

Answer 2

• These teachings emphasize the importance of tawhid for Muslims for their spiritual purification. It also protects them from shirk in daily living.
• Mankind is asked to worship Him as only He can fulfill their needs, so Muslims should be careful to pray, fast, etc., to fulfill their obligation to Him.
• When Muslims believe in Allah as Al-Knowing-Well Aware, they refrain from committing sins even secretly and become fair in dealings with people.
• In a world where there are lots of distractions, this surah reminds Muslims that they should always remember their Creator as He is the ultimate authority over their affairs.