The Significance of Surah Ayatul Kursi: An English Translation

Congratulations to those who possess knowledge, O Abu Al-Mundhir! By the One in Whose Hand is my soul, this Ayah has a tongue and two lips with which she praises the King (Allah) next to the leg of the Throne. This esteemed Ayah has been associated with numerous virtues, as it is described in authentic Hadiths as 'the greatest Ayah in the Book of Allah.' The verse reads: 'His throne doth extend over the heavens and on earth; He feeleth no fatigue in guarding and preserving them, or He is the Most High, The Supreme (in glory).'

In this powerful Ayah, we are reminded that Allah's knowledge encompasses all things. Nor shall they compass aught of His knowledge except as He willeth. He knows what appears to His creatures as before or after or behind them. Who is there can intercede in His presence except as He permits? His are all things in the heavens and on earth.

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful, it is written: 'There is no god but He – the Living, The Self-subsisting, Eternal.' As for what He knows, it is not limited by any means. Wa laa yuHee- Tuuna bi shay im min 'Ilmihii illaa bi maa shaaaaa, meaning that He knows all things except as He wills them to be known.

YA'-lamu maa baina aydeehim wa maa khalfahum, implying that Allah is aware of what lies between His creatures and what lies behind them. Mann zhal lazhee yashfa'U 'Inndahuu illaa bi izhnih, meaning that no intercession can be made except with His permission.

The Ayah concludes with a declaration of monotheism: 'Illaahu laa ilaaha illaa huwal Hayyul qayyoom,' or 'There is no god but He – the Living, The Self-subsisting, Eternal.' This powerful verse serves as a reminder of Allah's majesty and His absolute sovereignty over all creation.

Surah ayatul kursi english translation