The Kingdom of God: Illustrated Commentary on Surah al-Mulk

Asim Khan

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9780860378655

Surah al-Mulk (The Kingdom) invites the reader to look at how the universe moves by God's will, under His perfect control, succinctly captured within its opening verse: Blessed is the One in Whose Hands rests all Kingdom. And He is Most Capable of everything. The Surah (chapter) challenges the reader to formulate a new concept of the universe and its relationship with its Creator as being like that of a kingdom with respect to a king. The reader is sent on a journey to discover a new sense of perspective on the power of God and the extent of His control over the cosmos and beyond. From this new and enlightened viewpoint, the planet and the present worldly life pales into insignificance when placed before the vastness of the seven heavens and the eternity of the Afterlife.

Contents

• The Central Message of Surah al-Mulk

• 19 Descriptions of God in Surah al-Mulk

• Thematic Breakdown of Surah al-Mulk

Section 1: Allah is Powerful

Section 2: Heaven and Hell

Section 3: Danger is Imminent Unless You Change

Section 4: Life is Short and Time is Running Out

Section 5: Those Who Reject the Afterlife

Section 6: People are Weak