But its light passes the skies and reaches the first sty.

But its light passes the skies and reaches the first sty. That is why Allah has called it ‘the star of piercing brightness’.” [^4] It is noteworthy that Saturn is the last and the farthest star to us in the solar system which is visible simply by the naked eye.

And from among the planets of the solar system, it is the sixth in distance from the sun, but if we count the moon's circle, it will be the seventh, so Imam Sadiq (as) has considered its circle as the seventh sky in the mentioned narration. Having some outstanding characteristics, Saturn deserves to be sworn to. It is the farthest visible star in the solar system and everything which is very high is exemplified in Arabic literature.

Saturn is notable for several concentric bright rings, which revolve around it in the plane of its equator, and are the most amazing celestial phenomena about which meteorologists have delivered various ideas. But, there are still more secrets about it that must be discovered in the future. Some experts believe that there are ten moons around Saturn eight of which can be seen through ordinary telescopes, but, two of them can only be seen by very great and powerful telescopes.

It is clear that when the Holy Qur'an was revealed no one knew all of these facts and it is after many centuries that we know them now. Moreover, the commentary of 'the star of piercing brightness' may cover any bright star, and Saturn, being one of its examples, does not contradict the above idea. 'Piercing star' is one of the wonders of the celestial creations and may be one of the examples of the above mentioned commentary. As in Surah Saffat, No.

37, verse 10 which says: “Except such as snatch away something by stealth, and they are pursued by a flaming fire, of piercing brightness.” The occasion of revelation recorded in some commentaries for the above mentioned verse, attests to this idea. Now let us see what these oaths are for. In the next verse it says: “There is not a soul but has a protector over it.” This protector is for recording one's acts and retaining them for the Reckoning Day. It is similar to what Surah Infitar, No.

82, verses 10-12 carry over. They say: "And surely there are Watchers over you,” “Honourable scribes:” “They know (and understand) whatever you do." Thus, you are not alone. Whoever you are, and wherever you are the angels of Allah watch you. This is a subject that can be very useful in training and improving man, if he will only consider it.