Tafsir Al-Mizan Volume 31

Volume thirty-one offers a detailed commentary on Sūrah al-Qaṣaṣ (Chapter 28), Sūrah al-ʿAnkabūt (Chapter 29), and Sūrah al-Rūm (Chapter 30). These chapters explore themes of divine justice, human accountability, historical reflection, and spiritual resilience. In Sūrah al-Qaṣaṣ, ʿAllāmah explores the story of Prophet Moses (a.s.), illustrating his early life, his calling as a prophet, and his eventual confrontation with Pharaoh. This narrative serves as a powerful example of divine intervention and the triumph of faith over tyranny. The commentary emphasizes the themes of patience and reliance on God, particularly during trials and oppression. ʿAllāmah reflects on the Qurʾānic parallels between the struggles of Moses and the plight of the early Muslims in Mecca, offering hope and reassurance to believers. The commentary transitions into the broader lessons derived from the story of Moses, such as the necessity of divine guidance and the inevitability of justice. ʿAllāmah addresses the philosophical implications of free will and predestination, illustrating how the Qurʾān reconciles these concepts with human accountability. He also critiques the materialistic worldview of Pharaoh and his followers, contrasting it with the spiritual perspective advocated by the Qurʾān. In Sūrah al-ʿAnkabūt, the chapter’s opening verses underline the trials faced by believers, asserting that faith must be tested for its sincerity. ʿAllāmah examines the historical narratives of past communities, such as the people of Nūḥ, Abraham, and Lūṭ, drawing lessons about the consequences of rejecting divine guidance.