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Aṭ-Ṭāriq (, " the Morning Star", "Nightcomer"), is the eighty-sixth sura of the Quran, with 17 ayat or verses. Muslims believe this chapter was revealed in Mecca at a time when the disbelievers were employing all sorts of devices and plans to defeat and frustrate the message of the Quran and Muhammad. While traditional translations render Ṭāriq as “Morning Star” or “Nightcomer” (due to its appearance at night), the root meaning of “knocker” or “striker” has led some scholars and readers to suggest that the term could be alluding to a pulsar star—an astronomical object that “knocks” or emits regular pulses.
The verse “Indeed, every soul has no guardian over it” means that no one has absolute authority over a soul—except that it has an angelic guardian who records its good and bad deeds.
“The secrets will be tested”—this means that the hidden thoughts of the heart, including beliefs and intentions, will be exposed and judged. The word “secrets” (sarā’ir) is the plural of sarīrah, meaning concealed matters.
“By the sky with its recurring rains”—this refers to the sky that repeatedly brings down rain, sustaining life on Earth.
“By the earth with its fissures”—this refers to the cracks in the earth from which vegetation emerges.
“A decisive statement”—this refers to the Qur’an as a clear and final declaration that distinguishes truth from falsehood.
“And it is not in jest”—it is neither frivolous nor false; rather, it is profoundly serious and purposeful.
“They plot a plot”—referring to the disbelievers who devise schemes against the truth.
“And I plot a plot”—God counteracts their schemes, revealing the truth and nullifying their falsehood, even if they resent it. This emphasizes that ultimate power and victory belong to God, for human efforts are weak compared to divine wisdom and might.
“Give them respite a little”—they are granted a short period of reprieve, but they will soon face the consequences of their deeds when divine judgment arrives.
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