Az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an

Abstract

The author's background in discussing az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an is that the word az-Zukhruf originally means "gold," which later evolved into "jewelry." This jewelry serves not only as decoration but is also often seen as a symbol of wealth. This symbol of wealth can ultimately deceive people, making them lose sight of the more essential things in life.

In connection with this, the focus of the problem in this research is what is the meaning of az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an? What are the forms and uses of az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an? What lessons can be drawn from the verses about az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an? The objectives to be achieved in this research are to explain the meaning of az-Zukhruf according to the Qur'?n, explain the forms and uses of az-Zukhruf in the Qur'?n and explain the wisdom that can be drawn from the verses about az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an.

In this research, the author uses a qualitative research method with a library research character, and uses the maudh?'i interpretation method, namely selecting one word contained in the verses of the Qur'an, collecting it, interpreting it, and concluding explanations of the related theme.

From the research that has been conducted, it can be concluded that az-Zukhruf in the Qur'an generally refers to concrete decoration that can be seen by humans. However, when az-Zukhruf is connected with the word al-Qaul (speech decorated with lies), it means an abstract decoration. This term is also used as a metaphor for the beautiful but temporary life of this world, like an accessory that looks beautiful when worn, but its beauty disappears when removed. This research also reminds us of the deception that can lead humans to disbelief, because the beauty of az-Zukhruf can be deceptive and make people careless