In this episode, Maulana Syed Abul Ala Maududi explores Surah Al-Masad, a Makkan chapter that condemns Abu Lahab, one of the fiercest opponents of the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ), and foretells his destruction.

This episode covers:

• The divine condemnation of Abu Lahab, due to his relentless opposition to Islam

• The futility of wealth and status, showing that worldly power cannot save from divine punishment

• The fate of Abu Lahab’s wife, who also played a role in harming the Prophet (ﷺ)

• The broader lesson of arrogance and rejection of truth, leading to ultimate failure

• The fulfillment of this prophecy, as Abu Lahab met a miserable end

Surah Al-Masad (also known as Surah Lahab) serves as a warning against hostility toward the truth and a reminder that no worldly power can stand against the will of Allah. It highlights the consequences of arrogance and opposition to righteousness.