Summary of Quran Chapter 45, Surah Al-Jathiyah, The Kneeling

In this verse, emphasis is primarily placed on three points. Firstly, in this universe, there are so many signs of the perfect power and supreme wisdom of Allah Almighty spread everywhere that a rational person, upon pondering upon them, cannot reach any conclusion other than the fact that the Creator of this universe has no need for any partner in His divine scheme, and therefore, associating anyone with Him in worship is entirely baseless.

Secondly, it is mentioned to Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) that he has been given certain commandments in the Sharia (Islamic law) that differ from the commandments given to previous nations. Since all these commandments are from Allah Almighty, there should be no wonder about them.

Thirdly, in this verse, a terrifying picture of the scenes of the Day of Judgment is depicted. It is stated in verse number 28 that on the Day of Judgment, people will be so filled with fear that their knees will be gathered close to their chests. "Jasiyah or Jathiyah" is an Arabic term used to describe those who are crouched with their knees close to their chests. This term is also the name of the chapter (Surah) itself.

Qur’an Chapter: 45:28:- And you will see each nation humbled to their knees (Kneeling): each nation will be called to its Record (of deeds). This Day you shall be recompensed for what you used to do.