Al-Alaq 96:19
Prostrate and draw near
كَلَّا لَا تُطِعْهُ وَٱسْجُدْ وَٱقْتَرِب ۩ ١٩
The meaning, simply
No! Do not obey him, O Prophet, peace be upon him, in leaving the prayer. Prostrate to your Lord and draw near to Him by obeying Him.
Meaning from Tafsir Al-Muyassar, simplified for children. Reviewed by Sherif Alkady, 17 October 2026.
Words to understand
- وَٱقْتَرِب
- and draw near
Think with me
A servant is closest to his Lord while prostrating. What do you ask Allah for in your sujood?