Surah 62: Friday - Overview

Verses	Description
62:1-11	God's Revelation is not exclusive but for all: Day of Assembly (Friday)

Introduction

This is the sixth Surah in the Madinah series of short Surahs which began with S.57.

The special theme here is the need for mutual contact in the Community for worship and understanding: for the spirit of the Message is for all, ignorant and learned, in order that they may be purified and may learn wisdom.

The date has no special significance; it may be placed in the early Madinah period, say between A.H. 2 and 3.

Summary

1- The Revelation has come among unlearned men, to teach purity and wisdom not only to them but to others, including those who may have an older Message but do not understand it: meet solemnly for the Assembly (Friday) Prayer, and let not worldly interests deflect you therefrom. (62:1-11)

God's Gifts [62:1-11] God's care for His creatures is universal. His Revelation is for all--ignorant and lowly as well as learned and high-placed--now and forever. None can arrogantly claim exclusive possession of God's gifts; if they do, search their hearts within, and you will find them afraid of Death and Judgment. Men of Faith! On the Day of Assembly, when you hear the call, hasten earnestly to answer it: leave off business, and join in common worship and devotion. Then you may disperse about your ordinary business, but remember the Praises of God always: it is He alone that can provide for your every need, and His gifts are best.