185۔ہر نفس کو موت کا ذائقہ چکھنا ہے۔ اور تمہارا پورا اجر تمہیں قیامت کے دن ہی ملے گا۔ جس کو آگ سے بچا لیا گیا اور جنت میں داخل کر دیا گیا وہ یقیناً فتح یاب ہو گا، حالانکہ دنیا کی زندگی محض لذت کے دھوکے کے سوا کچھ نہیں۔

185.Every soul will taste death. And you will only receive your full reward on the Day of Judgment. Whoever is saved from the Fire and is admitted into Paradise will ˹indeed˺ triumph, whereas the life of this world is no more than the delusion of enjoyment

“Kullu nafsin zaikatul maut” (كُلُّ نَفْسٍ ذَائِقَةُ الْمَوْتِ) is an Arabic Quranic verse meaning “Every soul shall taste death,” a profound reminder from Surah Al-Imran (3:185), Surah Al-Ankabut (29:57), and Surah Al-Anbiya (21:35), emphasizing that death is inevitable for everyone, reminding people of the temporary nature of worldly life, and encouraging righteous living in preparation for the Hereafter. 

Meaning & Significance

• Universal Truth: It’s a fundamental Islamic belief that all living beings will experience death.
• Temporary Life: The verse highlights that worldly life is fleeting, and true eternal life begins after death.
• Accountability: It’s often followed by verses about the Day of Resurrection (Qiyamah), where everyone will be fully rewarded for their deeds, with paradise or hell being the ultimate outcome.
• Spiritual Reminder: It serves as a powerful reminder to focus on spiritual growth, good deeds, and not be overly attached to worldly possessions or power, as all people, regardless of status, will face death. 

In essence, it’s a call to live a life that prepares one for the eternal afterlife, according to Islamic teachings.