Summary of Quran Chapter 57, Surah al-Hadid, Iron

Summary of Quran Chapter 57, Surah al-Hadid, Iron 

It is known from verse number 10 of this Surah that it was revealed after the conquest of Mecca. At that time, hostilities against the Muslims by the disbelievers had considerably subsided, and the control of the Muslims over the Arabian Peninsula was increasing. 

Therefore, in this Surah, Muslims are instructed to focus on adorning themselves with the qualities that their religion requires. They are also advised to seek forgiveness from Allah for their shortcomings. Additionally, they are encouraged to spend their wealth in the path of Allah and prioritize the well-being of the Hereafter over worldly wealth and possessions. 

As a result of these actions, they will be granted a light in the Hereafter that will lead them to paradise, while hypocrites will be deprived of this light. Towards the end of the Surah, the Christians are reminded that their practice of monasticism (abandoning the world) did not conform to the commandments of Allah. 

Allah did not instruct them to completely abandon the world but emphasized living in this world while following His guidance and fulfilling all rights in accordance with His guidance. 

Furthermore, Christians are also instructed that to seek Allah's pleasure, it is necessary to have faith in the noble Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. In verse number 25 of this Surah, mention is made of iron (in Arabic, 'حديد' is referred to as 'Iron'), and that's why the Surah is called Surah Al-Hadid.