The name of the surah, at-Taubah is derived from ت و ب and it occurs 87 times in the Quran. Interestingly, this surah has the highest usage of the words derived from ت و ب compared to all other surahs – it is used 17 times. In Ayat 118, occurs the case of the three companions whom Allah turned to and accepted their tawbah to Him – those who had abstained from joining the Jihad at the Battle of Tabuk.click the button above to listen to the recitation of this Quranic verse againThis is the only Sūrah of the Qur’ān to which ‘In the Name of God, Most Gracious Most Merciful’ is not prefixed. Though the commentators have given different reasons for this, the correct one that which has been given by Imām Razi: namely this is because the Prophet himself did not dictate it at the beginning of the Sūrah. Therefore the Companions did not prefix it and their successors followed them. This is a further proof of the fact that utmost care has been taken to keep the Qur’ān intact so that it should remain in its complete and original form.The basic subjects of the Surah are: The non-believers who broke their treaties, Muslims have no obligation to honor treaties with them. Muslims must protect themselves from hypocrisy, weak faith and negligence. Battle of Tabuk and its lessons. Sections: Proclamation that the Treaty of Hudaibiyah is cancelled. Honor the treaties with those who honor them. Fight with those who have broken the treaty. Mushrikin are forbidden to be the caretakers of the Masjid al-Haram. Muslims should trust Allah, not just their numbers. Jews and Christians also committed Shirk. Command to spend in the path of Allah. The correct number of months. The Tabuk expedition. Those who stayed behind and did not participate in the Battle of Tabuk, hypocrites and weak in faith. The proper distribution of charity. Those who speak ill of the Prophet or make fun of Allah and His Book. The hypocrite men and women.
The Surah is named after the story of the men , awaiting on the “Elevations” between Paradise and Hell. It comprises of 206 Ayat.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these partial Quranic verses againThe basic theme of this Surah is Risalah, i.e. Allah’s message as it was sent through many messengers. Several Prophets and parts of their stories are mentioned to emphasize Prophets’ mission and their struggle with their people. The Surah tells us that Allah’s Prophets suffered for the cause of truth. Their enemies tried to harm them, but then Allah helped his prophets and defeated their enemies. The Surah emphasizes that the true message must be presented under all circumstances. After the Prophets it is the duty of the Believers to convey the message of Allah to all people.Sections: The Qur’an is revealed to remind the believers and to warn humankind about the consequences of their actions. The judgment will indeed take place. The story of Man’s creation and Satan’s opposition to Man. Warning to the Children of Adam to be aware of Satan’s plots. Allah’s messengers came to guide people. The end of those who denied the message and those who accepted the message. Cries of the wicked in the hellfire. The righteous will prosper. Some lessons from the story of Prophet Noah – peace be upon him. Some lessons from the story of Prophet Hud- peace be upon him. Some lessons from the story of Prophets Salih and Lot – peace be upon them. Some lessons from the story of Prophet Shu’aib – peace be upon him. Warnings against those who deny the Prophets and Messengers of Allah. Prophet Moses -peace be upon him- and his encounter with Pharaoh of Egypt. Pharaoh and his magicians were defeated. Pharaoh continued in his persecution of the Israelites. Some more signs were shown to Pharaoh and his people. The Torah was given to Prophet Moses- peace be upon him. Some Israelites started Calf worship. The Torah and Injil speak about the coming of Prophet Muhammad (saw). Allah’s promise for those who will follow the last Prophet. Prophet Muhammad is the Universal Prophet. Some among the people of Prophet Moses were guided by the truth and lived with justice. Some Israelites transgressed Allah’s laws and they suffered the consequences. The eternal covenant of Allah was taken from all human beings. The coming of the Last Hour Shirk has no logic. Ignore the wrongdoers, but invite to Allah with
The Surah takes its name with the mention of kneeling in the Ayat, وَتَرَىٰ كُلَّ أُمَّةٍ جَاثِيَةً ۚكُلُّ أُمَّةٍ تُدْعَىٰ إِلَىٰ كِتَابِهَا الْيَوْمَ تُجْزَوْنَ مَا كُنتُمْ تَعْمَلُونَ “And you will see every nation kneeling [from fear]. Every nation will be called to its record [and told], “Today you will be recompensed for what you used to do.” (45:28). There are 37 Ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againThe Surah warns those who deny the Divine truth. It talks about human arrogance and sinfulness. The judgment of Allah will cover all the people. The nations will stand before him in the kneeling condition.Sections: Allah’s signs are all over in the universe and in our own soul. Those who deny the revelation of God will see punishment of Allah. Follow the clear path of truth. Some people have made their desires their god. They also deny the Hereafter. People will stand before Allah on their knees. Their record of deeds will be presented to them.
The surah is named after the Prophet Yunus [Jonah] and this is the only surah of the Qur’an to mention the ‘people of Yunus’ – “Then has there not been a [single] city that believed so its faith benefited it except the people of Jonah? When they believed, We removed from them the punishment of disgrace in worldly life and gave them enjoyment for a time” (10:98) There are 109 Ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of this Quranic verse againThe main subject of this Surah is faith in Allah and belief in the Hereafter. Those who have true faith, they worship Allah and recognize Him as their Lord and Master and live their lives in accordance to His command. Allah sent His Messengers to remind people and to warn them. The stories of Prophets Noah and Prophet Moses with Pharaoh are told to remind people about the consequences of unfaithfulness and arrogance.Sections: The Qur’an is the Book of wisdom, it contains signs from the All Wise. Man’s ingratitude to Allah and His revelation. Allah’s mercy to His creation. Allah invites to the abode of peace. Allah’s gifts. The Qur’an is from Allah. Bring a Surah like the Qur’an if you can. Those who disbelieve in the Qur’an shall be the losers. Every people were sent a Messenger. The Qur’an is a mercy, blessing and a cure for the problems of humankind. Whatever you do Allah is a Witness. The mistakes of the Mushrikin. The story of Prophet Noah and his people. Prophet Moses and Aaron -peace be upon them all. Allah delivered the Children of Israel from the bondage of the Pharaoh. Allah’s mercy for the Children of Israel. Prophet Yunus and his people. If Allah afflicts you with any loss or wants to bestow any profit on you, none can avert it. You must always follow Allah’s guidance.
