14/04/2026
Surah At-Tawbah (9:112)
"[Such believers are] the repentant, the worshippers, the praisers [of Allah], the travelers [for His cause], those who bow and prostrate [in prayer], those who enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong, and those who observe the limits [set by] Allah. And give good tidings to the believers."
The 9 Qualities Mentioned
The verse identifies nine specific characteristics that define those successful in their faith:
The Repentant (At-Tā'ibūn): Those who constantly turn back to Allah and seek forgiveness for their shortcomings.
The Worshippers (Al-'Ābidūn): Those who devote their lives and actions to the service of Allah.
The Praisers (Al-Ḥāmidūn): Those who express gratitude and praise to Allah in both ease and hardship.
The Travelers (As-Sā'iḥūn): Historically interpreted in two ways: those who fast (as fasting is a "journey" of the soul) or those who travel for the sake of knowledge and faith.
The Bowing (Ar-Rāki'ūn): A reference to those who perform the Ruku in prayer, symbolizing humility.
The Prostrating (As-Sājidūn): A reference to those who perform Sajdah, representing the ultimate submission.
Enjoiners of Good (Al-Āmirūna bil-ma'rūf): Those who actively encourage others toward righteousness and virtue.
Forbidders of Evil (An-Nāhūna 'anil-munkar): Those who take a stand against injustice and wrongdoing.
Observers of Allah's Limits (Al-Ḥāfiẓūna li-ḥudūdillāh): Those who stay within the boundaries of what is lawful and prohibited.