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What is said about accountability in Surah Yunus

Asslamoalaikqum Sisters, Brothers, Friends and elders :
We welcom to you in our series of Statements. And today's
is statement number 40. And we will be describe in this that: (What is said about accountability in Surah Yunus) So sisters, brothers friends and elders, Our aim is to learn and teach from the Quran and Sunnah, reflect on history, and seek solutions to problems with divine guidance. May Allah Almighty make our this statement beneficial and a source of light for all hearts.

Surah Yunus, the tenth chapter of the Holy Quran, is filled with lessons about the reality of life, death, and the Hereafter. Among its central themes is the concept of accountability. The Surah makes it clear that every human being is responsible for his or her actions and that no deed, whether great or small, escapes the knowledge of Allah. This teaching highlights the seriousness of our existence and emphasizes that accountability before Allah is inevitable and inescapable.

In Surah Yunus verse 109, Allah reminds the Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, to remain patient and steadfast: “And follow what has been revealed to you, and be patient until Allah will judge. And He is the best of judges.” This verse teaches that the final judgment belongs only to Allah, who will hold every soul accountable with perfect justice. It shows that the Prophet himself, despite his high rank, was bound by the same principle of accountability.

One of the powerful descriptions of accountability in Surah Yunus is found in verse 30: “There, every soul will be put to trial for what it did previously, and they will be returned to Allah, their true master, and lost from them is whatever they used to invent.” This verse presents accountability as a personal reality. No one can carry the burden of another, and every soul will stand alone with its deeds. False gods, idols, or imagined intercessors will vanish, leaving people face to face with their Creator and Judge.

The Surah further clarifies that accountability is not only for disbelief but also for how individuals lived their worldly lives. In verse 27, Allah says: “But they who have earned evil, the recompense of an evil deed is its equivalent, and humiliation will cover them. They will have from Allah no protector. Their faces will be covered as though with pieces of the night’s darkness. Those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide therein eternally.” This verse demonstrates that deeds, whether good or bad, will bring about consequences that exactly match their nature. Accountability ensures fairness, where no one is punished more than they deserve, nor is anyone deprived of reward.

The principle of accountability in Surah Yunus also extends to believers who strive for righteousness. In verse 26, Allah says: “For them who have done good is the best reward and extra. No darkness will cover their faces, nor humiliation. Those are companions of Paradise; they will abide therein eternally.” The concept of “extra” has been explained by scholars as the blessing of seeing Allah in Paradise. This illustrates that accountability for good deeds brings not only justice but also divine mercy and rewards beyond human imagination.

Another aspect mentioned is that worldly possessions or power will not help people escape accountability. In verse 54, Allah says: “And if every soul that wronged had everything on earth, it would offer it in ransom. And they will confide regret when they see the punishment. But they will be judged in justice, and they will not be wronged.” This verse makes it clear that material wealth and worldly influence will not benefit anyone on the Day of Judgment. True success lies only in righteous deeds, as accountability cannot be bribed or avoided.

Accountability is also linked with the awareness of time and the fleeting nature of worldly life. In verse 45, Allah says: “And the Day He will gather them, it will be as though they had not remained in the world except for an hour of the day, knowing one another. Those will have lost who denied the meeting with Allah and were not guided.” This verse highlights that people will realize too late that their lives on earth were short and temporary. Accountability will expose the wasted opportunities of those who neglected divine guidance.

The message of Surah Yunus about accountability is supported by the sayings of Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him. In Sahih Muslim, Hadith number 2864, the Prophet said: “The feet of a servant will not move on the Day of Judgment until he is asked about his life, how he spent it, his knowledge, how he acted upon it, his wealth, how he earned it and how he spent it, and his body, how he used it.” This hadith shows that accountability is detailed and comprehensive. Every aspect of life, from knowledge to wealth, will be examined by Allah.

Another hadith in Sahih Bukhari, Hadith number 6537, states: “The people will be gathered on the Day of Resurrection barefoot, naked, and uncircumcised.” This hadith emphasizes the humility and helplessness of mankind before Allah during accountability. On that day, social status, wealth, and pride will mean nothing. What will matter is the sincerity of faith and the record of deeds.

The Surah also stresses that accountability is tied to guidance. In verse 44, Allah says: “Indeed, Allah does not wrong the people at all, but it is the people who are wronging themselves.” This verse shows that failure in accountability is not due to injustice from Allah but due to the wrong choices people make. The responsibility lies with individuals who ignore the signs of Allah and follow desires instead of truth.

Surah Yunus makes accountability a central reminder for both believers and nonbelievers. For believers, it encourages patience, righteousness, and hope in Allah’s mercy. For disbelievers, it provides a strong warning that denial of the Hereafter will lead to regret when accountability becomes a reality. The Surah combines justice with mercy, reminding humanity that accountability is not meant to oppress but to ensure fairness and to reward good deeds beyond measure.

In conclusion, Surah Yunus provides a clear picture of accountability before Allah. It teaches that every soul will stand alone with its deeds, that worldly possessions will not save anyone, and that the justice of Allah will be absolute. It also shows that accountability includes both punishment for evil and reward for righteousness, with mercy for those who strive sincerely. Supported by the sayings of the Prophet Muhammad, peace be upon him, Surah Yunus reminds us that accountability is certain, and preparation for it is the duty of every believer.

We conclude today's discourse with our this humble supplication: O Allah, purify our hearts, accept our deeds, forgive our sins, and include us among Your grateful servants. Amen

Allah Hafiz

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