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    • Quran-93:9 Surah Ad-dhuha English Translation,Transliteration and Tafsir(Tafseer).

    فَأَمَّا ٱلۡيَتِيمَ فَلَا تَقۡهَرۡ

    Transliteration:( Fa am mal yateema fala taqhar )

    9. So do not place any pressure on an orphan [9] (Kanzul Imaan Translation)

    (9) So as for the orphan, do not oppress [him]. (Saheen International Translation)

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    Surah Ad-Dhuha Ayat 9 Tafsir (Commentry)



    • Tafseer-e-Naeemi (Ahmad Yaar Khan)
    • Ibn Kathir
    • Ala-Madudi
    • Shaheen International

    Tafseer (Commentary) of the Verse

    "So do not place any pressure on an orphan"

    The Concept of Seeking Help from the Holy Prophet ﷺ

    • The Prophet's door is where all seekers, regardless of their needs—be it wealth, health, justice, or spiritual guidance—find their desires fulfilled.
    • While worldly doors (like those of doctors, rulers, or teachers) close after their owners’ deaths, the door of the Holy Prophet ﷺ remains open eternally for all seekers.
    • Even on the Day of Judgment, people will seek the Prophet’s intercession, highlighting his role as the ultimate source of help.

    Allah’s Pleasure in Seeker’s Requests

    • Allah Almighty takes pride in seeing multitudes of seekers at the Prophet’s door, just as a kind father delights in seeing his child’s generosity toward others.
    • The Prophet’s role as a source of abundance and grace reflects Allah’s divine love and favor toward him.

    Lessons from the Concept of Seeking (Key Issues):

    1. Seeking Worldly and Religious Blessings from the Prophet ﷺ is Permissible

    • It is allowed to ask for all types of blessings, such as:

      • Paradise.
      • Children.
      • Protection from Hell.
      • Good health and faith.

    • The companions of the Prophet ﷺ sought cures, provisions, and guidance from him. Even animals sought help from the Prophet ﷺ, proving the universal appeal of his mercy and assistance.

    2. The Holy Prophet ﷺ is the Ultimate Source of Fulfillment

    • Allah filled the treasures of the Holy Prophet ﷺ with divine grace.
    • This is evident from the Quran:
      • "And if they do injustice unto their souls, then O Beloved! They should come to you and then beg for forgiveness of Allah and the Messenger" (Surah An-Nisa: Verse 164).
    • Allah directs seekers to the Prophet ﷺ as a means of attaining divine forgiveness and blessings.

    3. Seeking from the Prophet ﷺ is Not Limited by Location

    • One does not need to be physically present in Madina to seek blessings from the Prophet ﷺ.
    • The Prophet’s door is open universally and at all times for seekers of any kind.

    4. The Rights of Seekers Must Be Respected

    • Just as seekers approach the Prophet ﷺ, those in positions of authority or wealth should not scold or demean seekers at their door:

      • A teacher should not chide students.
      • A wealthy person should not insult beggars.
      • A spiritual guide (Sheikh) should show patience with sincere disciples.

    • Sometimes, a seeker may be a hidden test from Allah, appearing in the guise of a beggar to assess the giver’s generosity and sincerity.

    The Lesson for Orphans

    • Pressuring, scolding, or treating orphans harshly is prohibited.
    • The verse reminds us of the care and kindness that the Holy Prophet ﷺ demonstrated toward orphans, ensuring their needs were met with love and compassion.

    Ibn-Kathir

    The tafsir of Surah Ad-Duha verse 9 by Ibn Kathir is unavailable here.
    Please refer to Surah Ad-Duha ayat 1 which provides the complete commentary from verse 1 through 11.

    Ala-Maududi

    (93:9) Therefore, be not harsh with the orphan;[9]

    9. That is, as you yourself have been an orphan and Allahgraced you with the bounty that he made the best possiblearrangements to help you in that state, therefore, ingratitude you should see that no orphan is treated unjustlyand harshly.

    (9) So as for the orphan, do not oppress [him].

    Surah Ad-Dhuha All Ayat (Verses)

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