Tafsir Ringkas Al Quran QS: Al Maidah Ayat 48

Summary

This script provides an in-depth tafsir (interpretation) of Surat al-Maidah, Ayah 48, highlighting the Quran's role in confirming previous scriptures (Taurat, Zabur, and Injil) and maintaining their integrity. It emphasizes the importance of following Allah's guidance and warns against being swayed by personal desires. Believers are encouraged to excel in good deeds and avoid futile disputes. The verse also discusses the distinction of religious laws among different nations as a test from Allah, with the ultimate return to Him for judgment and reward based on one’s actions.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Quran confirms the truth of previous scriptures, such as the Torah, Psalms, and Gospel.
• 😀 Muslims are instructed to judge matters based on the Quran and not follow personal desires or biases.
• 😀 Each community is given a clear set of divine laws and practices to follow, which serve as a test from Allah.
• 😀 Allah did not make all people one single nation to highlight the diversity of beliefs and practices for testing purposes.
• 😀 Believers are encouraged to compete in doing good deeds and striving towards righteousness.
• 😀 The Quran serves as the final guide and ensures that previous scriptures are protected from distortion.
• 😀 The verse stresses the importance of avoiding unnecessary disputes and not wasting time on fruitless arguments.
• 😀 People will return to Allah after death, and He will inform them about what they disagreed on during their lives.
• 😀 The teachings in the Quran are meant to guide Muslims in living a righteous life and following divine law.
• 😀 The diversity of religious practices and laws is part of Allah's test for believers, determining who obeys and who disregards His guidance.
• 😀 Various interpretations of the verse by scholars stress the importance of not deviating from the truth and adhering to the divine guidance provided in the Quran.

Q & A

What is the main message of Surah Al-Maidah, Ayah 48?

The main message of Surah Al-Maidah, Ayah 48 is that the Quran confirms the previous scriptures (Taurat, Zabur, and Injil) and preserves their truth. It also instructs believers to follow Allah's guidance and not to give in to the desires of people. The ayah emphasizes that diversity in religious practices is a test, and all will return to Allah for judgment.

How does the Quran serve in relation to the previous scriptures?

The Quran serves as a confirmation of the truth in previous scriptures (Taurat, Zabur, and Injil) and preserves them from any distortion or alteration. It acts as a protector of their original message.

What does the verse say about following the desires of others?

The verse cautions against following the desires or personal inclinations of others, especially when it leads to abandoning the truth that Allah has revealed. It stresses the importance of upholding the guidance in the Quran without being swayed by external influences.

Why does Allah allow different religious laws for different communities?

Allah has allowed different religious laws and practices for different communities as a test. This diversity serves to assess who follows Allah's guidance and who deviates from it. The variation in laws is part of the divine plan to test believers.

What does the verse say about competition in doing good deeds?

The verse encourages believers to compete in performing good deeds and seeking righteousness. It calls for striving to be virtuous and to excel in good actions, as this will ultimately lead to Allah's reward in the Hereafter.

What is the significance of returning to Allah, as mentioned in the verse?

Returning to Allah is significant because it signifies that, in the end, all disputes and differences will be resolved by Allah. He will provide the ultimate judgment and reward or punishment based on people's actions during their lives.

How do the different tafsirs interpret Surah Al-Maidah, Ayah 48?

The tafsirs of Kementerian Agama, Al Misbah, and MUI all emphasize that the Quran confirms the truth of previous scriptures, serves as a guide for proper conduct, and directs Muslims to make decisions according to Allah's revelation. They also stress the importance of avoiding the desires of others and competing in good deeds.

What does the tafsir of Kementerian Agama highlight about the Quran's role?

The tafsir of Kementerian Agama emphasizes that the Quran not only confirms previous scriptures but also ensures their protection from alterations. It instructs Muslims to resolve disputes based on Allah’s laws and warns against deviating from the truth for personal or external influences.

How does the tafsir of Al Misbah describe the Quran’s relationship with other scriptures?

The tafsir of Al Misbah describes the Quran as a scripture that confirms the truth of the previous divine books and ensures they remain unchanged. It highlights the Quran’s role as a final guide, showing the right path for all believers while urging them to avoid straying from Allah's commandments.

What warning is given to the Prophet Muhammad regarding people who may try to influence him?

The verse warns the Prophet Muhammad not to let people sway him away from Allah’s guidance, especially those who may try to manipulate him for their own desires. It advises caution and vigilance to avoid being deceived or influenced by falsehoods.