Surah TaHa takes its name after the disjointed letters from the first Ayat.It has 135 ayat.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe subject matter of the Surah is to assure the Prophet and his followers that the message of the Qur’an will eventually succeed. The story of Prophet Moses is mentioned in detail.Then it is mentioned how the enemies of Islam are opposing it and what will be the consequences of this opposition for them.Sections: Prophet Muhammad is told not to feel distress because of the denial of the unbeleivers. Allah knows everything. Remember the story of Moses. Allah called him to the Prophethood and gave him special signs. Prophet Moses’ prayer. Allah commanded Moses and his brother Aaron to go to Pharaoh and give him the message. Allah mentions His favors upon Moses. Prophet Moses goes to Pharaoh. The challenge with the Egyptian magicians. The defeat of the magicians and then their conversion. Allah saved the Children of Israel from Pharaoh. Prophet Moses goes to Sinai. Samiri misleads the Israelites and they worship the calf. The anger of Prophet Moses. Samiri confessed his evil action and he was punished. The Day of Judgment. No intercession will help without Allah’s permission. The opponents of the Prophet. Devil misleads human beings. Some references to the story of Adam and Iblis. The evil doers will be punished. Be patient and offer regular prayers.
Surah al-Furqan [The Criterion] takes its name from the first Ayat, تَبَارَكَ الَّذِي نَزَّلَ الْفُرْقَانَ عَلَىٰ عَبْدِهِ “Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion upon His Servant…” [25:1]
This Surah has 77 Ayat.Click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe Surah answers some of the objections of the non-believers against the Qur’an and the teachings of Islam. It also presents the character of the Believers as criteria to prove the truth of Islam.Sections: Prophet Muhammad came as a Warner for the whole world. The evil of Shirk. The objections of those who denied the Prophet and his message. The Punishment of those who deny Allah and His message. Non-believers’ demand to see the angels or Allah. Non-believers say why the whole Qur’an was not sent down at once. Examples of the people of Prophets Moses, Aaron, Noah and ‘Ad, Thamud and the People of al-Rass. Examples from the natural world: shadows, night and day, winds of rain, oceans with two different types of waters, creation of human beings, creation of the heaven and earth in six days. The character and qualities of the most faithful servants of Allah.
The Surah takes its name from the Ayat, وَاذْكُرْ أَخَا عَادٍ إِذْ أَنذَرَ قَوْمَهُ بِالْأَحْقَافِ وَقَدْ خَلَتِ النُّذُرُ مِن بَيْنِ يَدَيْهِ وَمِنْ خَلْفِهِ أَلَّا تَعْبُدُوا إِلَّا اللَّـهَ إِنِّي أَخَافُ عَلَيْكُمْ عَذَابَ يَوْمٍ عَظِيمٍ “And mention, [O Muhammad], the brother of ‘Aad, when he warned his people in the [region of] al-Ahqaf – and warners had already passed on before him and after him – [saying], “Do not worship except Allah. Indeed, I fear for you the punishment of a terrible day.” (46:21). There are 35 Ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe Surah gives warnings to those who deny the truth. When Allah’s punishment comes then neither the sea, nor the dry land can protect. There is a reference in this Surah to the people of ‘Ad and Allah’s punishment for their sins.Sections: Allah sent down the Qur’an and He has created the heaven and earth. The gods of Shirk have created nothing. Is there any proof for Shirk? The truth of this revelation is manifest. The Qur’an verifies the previous revelations. The fate of ‘Ad. Warnings to those who deny the truth. A group of Jinn accept the message. Be patient in giving the message of Allah.
Al-Baqara, alternatively transliterated Al-Baqarah (Arabic: البقرة, ’al-baqarah; lit. “The Heifer” or “The Cow”), is the second and longest chapter (surah) of the Quran. It consists of 286 verses (āyāt) which begin with the “muqatta’at” A.L.M.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe surah encompasses a variety of topics and contains several commands for Muslims such as enjoining fasting on the believer during the month of Ramadan; forbidding interest or usury (riba); and several famous verses such as The Throne Verse, Al-Baqara 256, and the final two or three verses. The surah addresses a wide variety of topics, including substantial amounts of law, and retells stories of Adam, Ibrahim (Abraham) and Musa (Moses). A major theme is guidance: urging the pagans (Al-Mushrikeen) and the Jews of Medina to embrace Islam, and warning them and the hypocrites (Munafiqun) of the fate God had visited in the past on those who failed to heed his call.Sections: The Book of Guidance for those who want to be righteous. The difference between the believers and the non-believers. The hypocrites: their sickness, mischief and self-deception. Mankind, worship Allah alone. Make no partners in Allah’s divinity. The challenge of the Qur’an. This Book will guide many but many will remain in error. The character of those who shall remain in error. The story of the creation of Adam. Allah’s plan and promise to send His guidance from time to time through His prophets. Address to Bani Israel to accept this message. Allah’s covenant must be fulfilled. Warnings to those who stray from the covenant of God. How some from among the Children of Israel turned away from God’s teachings. God’s blessings on the Children of Israel and their transgressions. The real recipients of Divine salvation. The hesitation of Bani Israel in sacrificing the cow. Some perversions of those who were supposed to follow the law of God. Basic principles of God’s Covenant with the Children of Israel. Some of them were arrogant to follow the teachings of their prophets, some rejected the prophets or tried to kill them, some worshipped the calf, disobeyed God’s commands and became too greedy for the life of this world. Opposition and enmity towards the Prophets, following devils and magic. Reminders to the Believers to follow these examples. Stay firm on your principles. Some among the People of the Book will try to mislead you with false claims and assertions. The true guidance of Allah is here. Read the Book of Allah and follow it. The great example of Prophet Ibrahim. He and his son built the Ka’bah and prayed for a Prophet to come. Prophet Ibrahim –peace be upon him- submitted to Allah and this is the message that he and his sons gave to their progeny. The change of Qiblah and the response of the hypocrites and fools. Those who have knowledge know that this is the true Qiblah of all the Prophets. Follow this direction wherever you are. This is the universal Qiblah for all. Believers will be tried but they should be firm and steadfast and must face the trials with patience and prayers. Allah’s signs and His bounties are everywhere. The polytheists and idolaters are misplacing their loyalties. Believers should eat good and permissible food and should never follow the steps of the devil. The true piety and righteousness. Some rules related to the punishment of murderers. The rules of bequests. Fasting and Ramadan: the objective of fasting and some rules. Rules of Hajj, fighting those who expelled Muslims from their homes. No fighting during Hajj, rather seek God’s bounty when you return from Hajj. Appreciate God’s bounties. All human beings were originally one community. Divisions came later. Be generous and defend your self and your faith. Some important questions answered: War in the sacred months, wine and gambling, charity, orphans’ money, divorced women and their situation. The laws of divorce Continuation of the laws of divorce. Rules on the remarriage of the divorced women or the widowers. Further rules of divorce Fighting in the cause of God: Israelites Under the leadership of Prophet David the victory came over the forces of Goliath. Emphasis on charity. To Allah belong everything. His Throne extends to heaven and earth. No compulsion in religion. Allah brings out people from darkness unto light. Allah’s power over life and death, some examples: Prophet Ibrahim’s dialogue with Namrood, a man in the valley of dead (probably Prophet Ezekiel’s vision of Jerusalem), Prophet Ibrahim asks Allah how will He raise the dead to life. Allah’s answer to Prophet Ibrahim. Allah blesses charity: some examples of how Allah blesses charity Emphasis on charity: spend good things, give openly and secretly to the poor and needy. Prohibition of usuary (riba) and its bad effects on individuals and society Some rules on loan transactions Conclusion and prayer: Everything in the heaven and earth belong to Allah, the prayer of the believers.
The Surah derives its name from Ibrahim, the father of all prophets who came after him. There are 52 ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe basic theme of the Surah is Allah’s guidance through His prophets. The purpose of this guidance is to take the people from darkness to light. Many people in the past had doubts about their prophets.They laughed at them and they threatened to kill them or expel them from their towns. However, the lasting word is the “good word.” The Surah also mentions Prophet Ibrahim’s prayer when he established the city of Makkah.Sections: The purpose of the Qur’an is to lead humankind to light. Prophets and their people. Non-believers threatened the Prophets, but Allah’s promise to the Prophets. Satan misleads the disbelievers in this world, but in the hereafter he would leave them in the lurch. The ingratitude of people Prophet Ibrahim’s prayer for Makkah, for its people and for his own children Allah is aware of what the wrongdoers are doing, their respite and end.
The Surah is named after Maryam, the mother of Isa [Jesus]. Allah’s Messenger said, “Many amongst men attained perfection but amongst women none attained the perfection except Mary, the daughter of Imran and Asiya, the wife of Pharaoh. And the superiority of Aisha to other women is like the superiority of Tharid (i.e. an Arabic dish) to other meals.” [Bukhari 3769] There are 98 Ayat in this Surah.The subject matter of this Surah is the true message and teachings of the Prophets of Allah. Several Prophets are mentioned here: Zakariyya, Yahya, Isa and his mother Maryam, Ibrahim, Musa, Ismail and Idris -may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon all of them. Allah blessed these Prophets. They taught Tawhid and called their people to the worship of Allah alone. Great miracles and signs were also shown in the lives of these Prophets and Messengers.Sections: Prophet Zachariah’s prayer for a son. Birth of John (Yahya) and Allah’s favors upon him. Maryam -peace be upon her – and the miraculous birth of her son Jesus -peace be upon him. Prophet Ibrahim preached the unity of Allah. His conversation with his father. Other great Prophets and Messengers of Allah. The Resurrection will surely happen. Criticism of misconceptions about intercession and the divinity of Jesus.
This Surah is named after the wise person called, Luqman – who was well known amongst the Arabs for his wisdom. It is the 31st Chapter of the Quran, There are 34 Verses in it.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againIn this Surah, Tawhid is emphasized and Shirk and its ideas are critically examined. It tells us that those who are following Shirk they are only blindly following their forefathers. The true wisdom is to believe in Allah. The advises of Luqman the wise are also given here to support the same principles.Sections: Qur’an is a book of guidance and mercy for all people. The advises of Luqman the wise man. Signs of tawhid in the heaven and earth. Shirk or polytheism has no basis. In crisis people turn to the Real God. Let not the things of this world deceive you. All knowledge belongs to Allah.
The Surah takes its name, al-Ahzab [confederates/groups] from the Ayat, وَلَمَّا رَأَى الْمُؤْمِنُونَ الْأَحْزَابَ قَالُوا هَـٰذَا مَا وَعَدَنَا اللَّـهُ وَرَسُولُهُ وَصَدَقَ اللَّـهُ وَرَسُولُهُ ۚ وَمَا زَادَهُمْ إِلَّا إِيمَانًا وَتَسْلِيمًا “And when the believers saw the confederates, they said, “This is what Allah and His Messenger had promised us, and Allah and His Messenger spoke the truth.” And it increased them only in faith and acceptance.” (33:22) There are 73 Ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of this Quranic verse againThe Surah deals with a number of social and political issues. It talks about the practice of child-adoption, some marriage customs, Battle of Ahzab and Bani Quraydhah, social issues related to Hijab of Muslim women. It also talks about the hypocrites and their conduct in the society.Sections: The custom of adoption and Islamic instructions about it. Prophet Muhammad (saw) is dearer to the believers than their own selves. The Battle of Ahzab and the way of the hypocrites. The excellent role model of the Prophet Muhammad -peace be upon him. The household of the Prophet, his pious wives. Allah’s rewards for the Believing men and women. Prophet’s marriage with Zainab. The finality of the Prophethood. Prophet Muhammad (saw) is sent as a witness, a bearer of glad tidings and Shining Lamp. The marriages of the Prophet: certain privileges and restrictions. Rules of conduct in domestic relations. Rules of Hijab, Warnings to the hypocrites, the Last Hour. Believers must speak right. The burden of trust assumed by the human being.
