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أَوَلَمْ يَرَ الْإِنسَانُ أَنَّا خَلَقْنَاهُ مِن نُّطْفَةٍ فَإِذَا هُوَ خَصِيمٌ مُّبِينٌ [Yaseen : 77]

(36:77) Does man not see that We created him of a sperm drop, and lo! he is flagrantly contentious? 

Here the disbelievers’ question cited in verse 48 above, is being answered by reason and argument. The question, “When will the threat of Resurrection be carried out?” had not been asked with a view to find out the exact date of the coming of the Hereafter. But they asked it because they thought it was impossible, rather irrational, that human beings would be raised back to life after death. That is why, in reply to their question, arguments are being given for the possibility of the Hereafter. 
According to the traditions related by Ibn ‘Abbas, Qatadah and Said bin Jubair, one of the chiefs of Makkah, on this occasion, came up with a rotten bone of a dead person, from the graveyard. He broke and crushed it into pieces before the Holy Prophet and acattering its particles in the air, said.-“O Muhammad, you say that the dead will be raised back to life. Tell us who will give life to these decayed and rotten bones?“The answer was given immediately in the form of these verses. 
That is, “We caused the sperm-drop which contained nothing but the basic germ of life to develop to an extent that it started moving and eating like the animals. Furthermore, it has developed such powers of intellect and reasoning and disputation and speech, which arc not possessed by any animal; so mu ch so that now he dares stand up as an adversary before his Creator 

By Grk

Quranic Verse 36:77 (Surah Ya-Sin)
The verse, as translated in Tafheem-ul-Qur’an by Maulana Maududi, is:
“Does not man see that We have created him from a drop of sperm? Yet behold! he (stands forth) as an open adversary.”

Translation Breakdown:

• “Does not man see”: This is a rhetorical question addressing humanity, urging reflection on their own creation and existence.
• “We have created him from a drop of sperm”: Refers to the humble biological origin of every human, starting as a tiny drop of fluid (semen).
• “Yet behold! he (stands forth) as an open adversary”: Despite this insignificant beginning, humans often become arrogant, rebellious, or defiant toward their Creator, openly opposing divine guidance.

Explanation from Tafheem-ul-Qur’an:

Maulana Maududi, in his commentary (Tafheem-ul-Qur’an), provides the following insights:

1. Context: This verse is part of Surah Ya-Sin, often called the “heart of the Qur’an,” which emphasizes themes of monotheism, resurrection, and accountability. It addresses those who deny the resurrection or reject divine signs.
2. Human Origin and Reflection: The verse reminds humans of their humble beginnings—a mere drop of sperm, which is insignificant in its initial form. This should inspire humility and gratitude toward Allah, who transforms this drop into a complex, intelligent being.
3. Human Arrogance: The phrase “open adversary” (khasim mubin) highlights the irony of human behavior. Despite their lowly origin, some people challenge Allah’s authority, reject His signs, or deny the possibility of resurrection. This defiance stems from pride or ignorance.
4. Rhetorical Challenge: The verse challenges humanity to reflect on their creation. If Allah can create a human from something as simple as a sperm drop, is it not logical that He can resurrect them after death? This argument counters skepticism about the afterlife.
5. Broader Message: Maududi emphasizes that this verse is a call to self-awareness and submission to Allah. It critiques those who, despite witnessing the miracle of their own creation, remain ungrateful or rebellious.

Key Themes:

• Humility: Humans should recognize their modest origins and avoid arrogance.
• Divine Power: Allah’s ability to create life from a sperm drop underscores His limitless power, including the ability to resurrect.
• Accountability: The verse indirectly warns that those who oppose Allah will face consequences for Sign up to Premium to read the full content.

By dpsk

The verse Quran 36:77 from Tafheem ul-Quran (a well-known exegesis by Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi) is part of Surah Ya-Sin, which addresses themes of creation, resurrection, and human accountability. Below is the translation and explanation of the verse:

Translation of Verse 36:77

Arabic:
أَوَلَمْ يَرَ الْإِنْسَانُ أَنَّا خَلَقْنَاهُ مِنْ نُطْفَةٍ فَإِذَا هُوَ خَصِيمٌ مُبِينٌ

English Rendition (Tafheem ul-Quran):
“Does man not see that We created him from a sperm-drop, and lo! he is flagrantly contentious?”

Explanation (Tafsir)

1. Context:
   This verse responds to disbelievers who mocked the concept of resurrection, arguing that decomposed bones could never be restored to life. It challenges humans to reflect on their own creation as proof of Allah’s power to resurrect .
2. Key Themes:

• Origin of Humanity: Humans are reminded of their humble beginnings as a nutfah (sperm-drop), emphasizing Allah’s ability to create complex life from insignificance .
• Human Arrogance: Despite this, humans become “clear adversaries” (khaseemun mubeen), disputing Allah’s signs and denying resurrection .

1. Commentary (Tafheem ul-Quran):

• The verse critiques human ingratitude. A mere drop of semen, devoid of power or consciousness, is transformed by Allah into a rational being capable of argumentation—yet this same being denies its Creator .
• It parallels the disbelief of the Quraysh, who, like the man scattering bones in ’s anecdote, demanded physical proof of resurrection while ignoring the miracle of their own existence.

1. Linguistic Nuances:

• “Khaseemun mubeen” (flagrantly contentious) implies open hostility or stubborn opposition to divine truth .
• The rhetorical question (“Does man not see?”) underscores the irony of human denial despite evident signs .

Related Lessons:

• Power of Creation: If Allah can create life from nothing, resurrecting decayed bones is equally feasible .
• Accountability: The verse warns that human arrogance will be addressed on the Day of Judgment, as elaborated in subsequent verses (e.g., 36:78–79) .

For further study, refer to Tafheem ul-Quran’s full commentary on Surah Ya-Sin .