Tanya Jawab “Ayat Kursi” dalam Bahasa Inggris

Answer (A): True.

Explanation:

• The verse Ayatul-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255) is named so because it contains the mention of Al-Kursī (the Footstool of Allah): “His Kursī extends over the heavens and the earth…”

• Hence, the name is directly derived from the term mentioned in the verse.

A: Ayat al-Kursi.

Explanation: (1) Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255) is described in authentic hadith as the greatest verse in the Qur’an. (2) The Prophet ﷺ told Ubayy ibn Ka‘b that this verse holds this status because it speaks most comprehensively about Allah’s greatness, knowledge, and authority.

Other options:

• Ayat ad-Dayn (Verse of the Loan) – Longest verse in the Qur’an (2:282) but not the greatest.

• Ayah of the Ten Rights – Refers to guidance on rights but not ranked as the greatest.

Explanation:  While the entire Qur’an is sacred and divine, some parts carry greater virtue due to their meanings, themes, or significance in worship.

• Example: Ayat al-Kursi is the greatest verse.

• Surah Al-Fatihah is called “the greatest surah” and is required in every prayer.

• Surah Al-Ikhlas equals one-third of the Qur’an in reward.

Thus, virtue varies based on the depth and scope of meaning.

A:  Five. While the question does not specify the particular ayah (verse), the options provided strongly suggest the inquiry is about Ayat al-Kursi (The Throne Verse), which is the 255th verse of Surah Al-Baqarah in the Qur’an. This verse is renowned for its powerful description of Allah’s attributes and contains several of His sacred names.

Upon careful examination of Ayat al-Kursi, there are five explicit names of Allah mentioned:

1. Allah (اللَّهُ): The proper name for God.
2. Al-Hayy (الْحَيُّ): The Ever-Living.
3. Al-Qayyum (الْقَيُّومُ): The Self-Sustaining, upon Whom all of creation depends.
4. Al-Aliyy (الْعَلِيُّ): The Most High.
5. Al-Adheem (الْعَظِيمُ): The Most Great.

Therefore, the correct answer is Five.

It is worth noting that while other attributes of Allah are mentioned in the verse, such as His eternal nature, His knowledge, and His power, these five are the names that are explicitly stated. Some scholarly interpretations may count more by including certain attributes, which can sometimes lead to discussions of a higher number of names. However, the direct and most widely recognized count of the formal names within this celebrated verse is five.

A: Allah’s essence.

Explanation: (1) The name Al-Hayy (The Ever-Living) indicates that Allah possesses perfect, eternal life, unlike any creation. (2) It reflects the completeness of His essence, as His life has no beginning, end, or imperfection.

Note: Al-Qayyum refers to Allah’s power and dominion (maintaining and sustaining everything).

A: Allah’s power/dominion.

Explanation: (1) The name Al-Qayyūm (The Self-Subsisting, Sustainer of all) means Allah maintains and governs all creation. (2) It signifies His perfect control, management, and dominion over the universe.

Comparison: Al-Hayy → Completeness in Allah’s Essence, Al-Qayyum → Completeness in Allah’s Power and Dominion.

A: True.

Explanation: (1) Al-Hayy indicates Allah’s perfect and eternal life (completeness of His essence). (2) Al-Qayyūm indicates Allah’s perfect ability to sustain, govern, and control all creation (completeness of His power and dominion). (3) When mentioned together, as in Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255), they signify the fullness of Allah’s attributes of essence and dominion.

A: In three places.

Explanation: The two names Al-Hayy and Al-Qayyūm appear together in three verses of the Qur’an: (1) Surah Al-Baqarah (2:255) – Ayat al-Kursi, (2) Surah Aal-e-Imran (3:2) – “Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of existence.” (3) Surah Ta-Ha (20:111) – “…And the faces will be humbled before the Ever-Living, the Sustainer.”

Would you like me to list all three verses in full (Arabic + English) for reference?

A: True.

Explanation: In Islamic creed, when we negate an attribute from Allah (e.g., sleep, slumber, injustice), it must be: (1) Based on what Allah or His Messenger affirmed, not personal reasoning. (2) Accompanied by affirmation of the opposite to demonstrate His perfection.

Example: Negating sleep from Allah (as in Ayat al-Kursi) affirms His perfect life and sustenance, Absolute negation alone is incomplete without affirming the attribute of perfection that replaces it.

A: Both.

Explanation: Intercession (shafā‘ah) is only granted to those whom Allah is pleased with, Allah is pleased with: (1) Tawheed (pure monotheism) – worshipping Him alone without associating partners. (2) Followers of the Messengers – those who accept and follow His guidance.

Thus, both are required for Allah’s pleasure and for intercession to be accepted.

Explanation: (1) In Islam, everything Allah commands—whether through legislation (Shari’ah) or divine decree (Qadr)—is fundamentally within human capacity and never beyond what they can bear. (2) This is supported by Qur’an: “Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear.” (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:286)

Explanation: Allah’s name Al-‘Alee (ٱلْعَلِيّ) signifies: (1) Highness in His Essence – He is exalted above His creation, (2) Highness in His Attributes – All His attributes are perfect and above any deficiency, (3) Highness in His Dominion – He has complete power and authority over all creation.

A: Ayat al-Kursi.

Explanation: The Prophet ﷺ said in an authentic hadith (Sahih al-Bukhari) that whoever recites Ayat al-Kursi (Surah Al-Baqarah 2:255) before sleeping, Allah appoints a protector over him, and no shaytan can come near him until morning.

A: All the above.

Explanation: (1) After every obligatory prayer – Based on hadith in Sunan an-Nasa’i and Ibn Hibban. (2) Before sleep – Mentioned in Sahih al-Bukhari from Abu Hurairah’s narration. (3) In the morning and evening adhkar – As part of daily protection from harm.