Unveiling the Majesty: Understanding God’s Supreme Authority Through the Throne

ذُو الۡعَرۡشِ الۡمَجِیۡدُ

The Lord of the Throne, the Lord of Honour

The above  mentioned verse  underscores the supreme authority and sovereignty of God, highlighting His power over all creation. In interpretations like Tafsir e Kabir and within the Ahmadiyyat perspective, the Throne symbolizes God’s regal might and authority. It is understood that God possesses the ultimate power to administer justice, reward the righteous, and exercise His will without limitations.

Tafsir e Kabir, authored by Hazrat Mirza Bashiruddin Mahmud Ahmad, the second Caliph of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community, provides a comprehensive analysis of Quranic verses, exploring the nuances of the Quranic language and the broader implications of divine attributes and commands.

Ahmadiyyat emphasizes the evolution of Islamic teachings to address the needs of each era, reflecting a dynamic understanding of verses like the one you mentioned. This perspective emphasizes the living nature of divine guidance, encompassing both spiritual and temporal sovereignty.

The verse “The Lord of the Throne, the Lord of Honour” is interpreted as a testament to God’s unmatched power and majesty, with the Throne symbolizing His supreme authority over the universe. The commentary suggests that God’s will is absolute, and He has the ability to bestow dominion and honor upon His servants as He pleases, reinforcing the concept of divine justice and the reward for righteousness.

Contemporary examples from Ahmadiyya Muslim Community practices, such as their approach to conflict resolution and adherence to principles of patience and peaceful response despite persecution, reflect the belief in divine justice and sovereignty.

Sources:

• “Al-Tafsīr Al-Kabīr: The Grand Exegesis – The Unity of God”
• “Tafsir-e-Kabir: The magnum opus of Hazrat Musleh-e-Maud – Al Hakam”
• “Ahmadiyyat is the means for Islam’s progress: Hazrat Musleh-e-Maud’s lecture in Quetta 1950”
• “True conception of the Ahmadiyya Movement”
• “At-Tafsīr-ul-Kabīr: The Grand Exegesis | The Review of Religions”
• “Tafsir-e-Kabir – AhmadiPedia”