* From the probable meanings of ‘al-‘Asr’, the scholars of exegesis opined that the most likely meaning is the late afternoon ritual prayer, for this is the middlemost prayer of the day. Some opined that it refers to the blessed era of Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him) because of Allah’s special blessings and bounties in sending the Last and Final Prophet (blessings and peace be upon him), for it marks the point in human history when Divine revelation and Prophethood came to a close. Moreover, this era of the Final Prophet (blessings and peace be upon him) was the best of all the eras of humankind throughout history. The word ‘al-‘Asr’ may also refer to the remaining time left in this world for the Umma of Prophet Muhammad (blessings and peace be upon him). Some scholars consider it a general reference to time per se due to its significance so that people may spend their time wisely and beneficially. Every second of our life that passes never returns; thus, time is such a commodity that, if lost, can never be recovered. According to some scholars, it refers to the declining hours of the day, i.e. late afternoon till sunset, or it may indicate the moment when life ends.