M2:906 — گفت نه والله بالله العظیم / مالک الملک و به رحمان و رحیم

This couplet marks the beginning of a powerful oath sworn by a slave in defense of his master. In the preceding narrative, the master has been slandered, and his loyalty questioned. The slave, witnessing this injustice and knowing the truth of his master's character, steps forward to vehemently deny the accusations. He doesn't just say 'no'; he invokes the most sacred names and attributes of God to lend absolute weight and sincerity to his denial.

The oath 'والله بالله العظیم' (by God, by God Almighty) is a common, emphatic form of swearing in Islamic tradition, signifying a profound commitment to the truth of one's statement. By adding 'مالک الملک و به رحمان و رحیم' (by the Lord of the Kingdom, and by the All-Merciful, the Compassionate), the slave further elevates the oath, appealing to God's ultimate sovereignty and boundless compassion. This isn't just a casual denial; it's a profound spiritual declaration, underscoring the depth of the slave's conviction and his unshakeable faith in his master's virtue, which he sees as reflecting divine attributes. The following verses (M2:907-914) elaborate on God's power and wisdom, further emphasizing the gravity and truthfulness of this oath.