Allah concludes in Surah Yusuf by reminding us once again that there are many lessons in Surah Yusuf. It is as if He is telling us: One reading isn’t enough! Read this Surah, and then read it again and again, and every time you read, you shall find beneficial lessons and morals. So let us embark on another journey of extracting its lessons. Allah tells us that in their stories, was ‘…a lesson for the people of reason…’ Therefore, let’s take the time to reflect on the ibrah, the hidden wisdom, and other benefits, this surah offers. Below are twenty such lessons.
- The miracle of the language and eloquence of the Qur’an
This surah shows us the miracle of the Qur’an: its style, recitation, and the intricately interwoven meanings. Everything about the language of the Qur’an is miraculous, lessons from surah Yusuf and Surah Yusuf highlights this most profoundly. We are told the story in riveting detail, but without the superfluous events. Contrast this story with its counterparts in other Scriptures and astound yourself at the eloquence of the Qur’anic version.
- The stories of the Qur’an are the best
Allah said, “We relate to you ‘O Prophet’ the best of stories…” The Qur’anic stories are the best, and they deserve a close study. We should read them and narrate them to our children, and contemplate deeply on their lessons. Although this tafsir is about Surah Yusuf, let this be a gateway to exploring other stories of the Qur’an as they all offer amazing insight.
- When Allah wants to bless someone, He blesses him with knowledge
Allah tells us in this surah that He had blessed the family of Ishaq with knowledge, wisdom, and prophethood. The ultimate blessings from Allah are faith and knowledge. The Prophet f said, ‘If Allah intends good for someone, He gives to him the understanding of the religion.’
