The surah highlights the blessings and security bestowed upon the Quraysh due to their connection with the sacred sanctuary and urges them to worship the Lord of the Kaaba, who granted them safety and prosperity.
By mentioning the Quraysh by name, the surah emphasizes their historical and spiritual importance, underlining their responsibility to uphold the values and teachings of Islam.
For those bearing the “Qureshi” name today, this chapter is a reminder of their ancestral ties to the Prophet Muhammad’s tribe and their legacy as early defenders and supporters of the Islamic faith.
The Qureshi surname, adopted by descendants of the tribe, signifies this heritage and is common among Muslims in South Asia, the Middle East, and other regions.
This influence also extended to their political power, as they maintained control over Makkah’s governance and managed the annual pilgrimage, the Hajj, which attracted tribes from across Arabia.
The Qureshi family, bearing the noble heritage of the Quraish tribe, embarked on a significant journey from the heart of Hijaz—present-day Saudi Arabia—to the Indian subcontinent and rest of the world.
Their migration, during and after the era of the Muslim Caliphate, was driven by a profound purpose: to spread the teachings of Islam to the Hindu and non-Muslim populations of the region.
Allah’s response, as recorded in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:124), is a testament to the enduring leadership within the progeny of Ibrahim: This divine decree is further corroborated by the most authentic collections of Hadith.