Summary of Quran Chapter 39, Surah Az-Zumar The Groups

Summary of Quran Chapter 39, Surah Az-Zumar The Groups 

This Surah (Qur’an chapter) was revealed during the early period of Mecca's life, and in it, the various false beliefs of the Meccan polytheists are refuted. These polytheists believed that Allah Almighty is the Creator of the universe, but they also believed in different deities, thinking that by worshiping them, they would be pleased and intercede with Allah Almighty on their behalf. Some even considered the angels as Allah Almighty's daughters. This Surah (Qur’an chapter) calls for the declaration of monotheism by refuting these various beliefs. 

 

This was a time when Muslims were facing severe persecution at the hands of the polytheists. Therefore, in this Surah, Muslims were given permission to migrate to a region where they could worship Allah Almighty in peace. Furthermore, the disbelievers were warned that if they did not abandon their hostile attitude, they would face severe consequences. 

At the end of the Surah, a portrayal is drawn that in the Hereafter, groups of disbelievers will be led to Hell in a similar manner to herds, while Muslims will be led to Paradise in groups. The Arabic word "Zumar" is used for groups and that is the name of this Surah.