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Assalamu alaikum wa rahmatullahi wa barakatuh.
Welcome to Day 21 of the Be Qur’anic 2025 New Year Challenge!
This January, we are reflecting deeply on Surah Al-Mulk—one ayah a day. With 30 ayahs and 31 days in the month, we’re steadily progressing towards a complete understanding and memorization of this beautiful surah.
Remember, this challenge is not about speed but consistency. Even if you’re going slower than one ayah a day, the key is to keep moving forward. Progress, no matter how small, is progress!
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Today’s Ayah: Ayah 21
أعوذ بالله من الشيطان الرجيم
أَمَّنْ هَٰذَا ٱلَّذِى يَرْزُقُكُمْ إِنْ أَمْسَكَ رِزْقَهُۥ ۚ بَل لَّجُّوا۟ فِى عُتُوٍۢ وَنُفُورٍ
Translation of Ayah 21
“Who is it that can provide for you if He withholds His provisions? Yet, they persist in arrogance and aversion.”
Reflections on Ayah 21
1. Rizq (Provision) Is Entirely in Allah’s Hands
Allah reminds us that our rizq—our sustenance—comes only from Him. If He chooses to withhold it, no one can provide it for us.
Think about this: every bite of food, every drop of water, and every breath we take is a direct provision from Allah. Recognizing this leads to:
• Gratitude: A heart filled with thankfulness for every blessing.
• Reliance: A deep trust in Allah as the ultimate Provider.
