وَقَالُوۡا اتَّخَذَ اللّٰهُ وَلَدًاۙ سُبۡحٰنَهٗؕ بَل لَّهٗ مَا فِىۡ السَّمٰوٰتِ وَالۡاَرۡضِؕ كُلٌّ لَّهٗ قٰنِتُوۡنَ
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Waqaloo itakhatha Allahuwaladan subhanahu bal lahu ma fee assamawatiwal-ardi kullun lahu qanitoon
What Does Surah Al-Baqara Ayah 116 Mean? - Common Questions & Answers
Explore the meaning, interpretation, and Islamic explanation of Surah Al-Baqara Ayah 116 from the Holy Quran. Find answers to frequently asked questions about this verse, its context, and significance in Islamic teachings.
❓What does Al-Baqarah 2:116 say about Allah having a son?
The verse refutes claims that Allah has taken a son, declaring 'Glory be to Him' (Subhanahu) to emphasize His transcendence above such attributes. It establishes that everything in the heavens and earth belongs to Allah alone.
❓Why does the Quran say 'Glory be to Him' after rejecting divine offspring?
'Subhanahu' (Glory be to Him) is a declaration of Allah's absolute perfection and transcendence. It emphasizes that Allah is far above human attributes like having children, which would imply needs, equals, or limitations.
❓What does 'all are devoutly obedient to Him' mean in this context?
'Qanitun' means all creation is in a state of obedience and submission to Allah. This includes both willing obedience from believers and the natural submission of all creation to Allah's cosmic laws and commands.
❓How does this verse refute Christian and Jewish claims about divine sonship?
The verse addresses claims that Jesus is God's son (Christianity), Uzair is God's son (some Jews), and angels are God's daughters (Arab pagans). It refutes all by establishing the creator-creation distinction where all beings are Allah's servants, not offspring.
❓What is the Islamic understanding of the creator-creation relationship?
Islam establishes a clear distinction: Allah is the Creator, Owner, and Sustainer of all existence. All creation belongs to Him and is in submission to Him. This relationship is one of ownership and servitude, not family ties.
❓Why is attributing offspring to Allah considered such a serious claim?
According to the Hadith Qudsi, Allah considers this the worst form of slander against Him. It implies Allah has needs, equals, or limitations - contradicting His perfect, self-sufficient nature. The Quran describes this claim as so severe that 'the heavens almost rupture' from it.
❓How does this verse establish Allah's absolute sovereignty?
By declaring that everything in the heavens and earth belongs to Allah and all are obedient to Him, the verse establishes His complete ownership and authority over all existence. No being shares His divine nature or authority.
❓What does 'qanitun' mean in terms of creation's relationship to Allah?
Qanitun encompasses multiple meanings: obedience, humility, devotion, and submission. It describes how all creation - willingly or unwillingly - submits to Allah's commands. Even those who disobey religiously still submit to His cosmic laws.
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