97. Al-Warith
The Inheritor of All
Explanation
The One who is the ultimate inheritor of all that exists. After all creation passes away, everything returns to Him. He is the final owner of all things, inheriting what He initially created and owned.
In the Quran
Mentioned 3 times in the Quran, including 'And indeed, it is We who give life and cause death, and We are the Inheritor' (15:23).
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything - all wealth, property, knowledge, power, and existence itself. When creatures die, everything they had returns to Allah who originally owned it.
We should remember that we are temporary trustees of what ultimately belongs to Allah, encouraging us to use resources wisely and not become overly attached.
Quick Quiz
Al-Warith inherits everything because: