This Surah takes its name from the first Ayat, وَالنَّجْمِ إِذَا هَوَىٰ “By the star when it descends,” (53:1). There are 62 Ayat in this Surah.The Surah talks about the eminence of the Prophet (saw) with his Mi’raj and closeness to Allah. It warns the disbelievers about the errors of their attitude towards the Qur’an and the Prophet of Allah. Some of their wrong beliefs in the angels as daughters of God, intercession of the angels etc. are also mentioned.Sections: The Mi’raj experience of the Prophet Muhammad (saw). Gods or goddesses of the non-believers are mere conjectures and names without any reality. The angels are the servants of Allah. No intercession can work against Allah. Allah is most forgiving, but He requires righteousness. Those who deny the truth they are standing against the power and majesty of Allah.
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.
Surah Saba’ takes its name after the People of Saba’, لَقَدْ كَانَ لِسَبَإٍ فِي مَسْكَنِهِمْ آيَةٌ ۖ جَنَّتَانِ عَن يَمِينٍ وَشِمَالٍ ۖ كُلُوا مِن رِّزْقِ رَبِّكُمْ وَاشْكُرُوا لَهُ ۚ بَلْدَةٌ طَيِّبَةٌ وَرَبٌّ غَفُورٌ “There was for [the tribe of] Saba’ in their dwelling place a sign: two [fields of] gardens on the right and on the left. [They were told], “Eat from the provisions of your Lord and be grateful to Him. A good land [have you], and a forgiving Lord.” (34:15) There are 54 Ayat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of this Quranic verse againThe Surah answers some of the objections raised by the non-believers about Tawhid, Risalah and Akhirah. It also speaks about Prophets David and Solomon and the Queen of Sheba to remind people about the consequences of evils as well as righteousness.Sections: The Day of Judgment will surely come. Allah’s favors on Prophets David and Solomon. Allah’s judgment on the people of Saba’. Shirk will be of no use on the Day of Judgment. Prophet Muhammad is sent for all people. The wrong leaders will leave their followers on the Day of Judgment, the discussion of their mutual recrimination. Material riches do not necessarily bring you closer to Allah. The truth will prosper.
An-Nisa’ (Arabic: ٱلنِّسَاء, An-Nisāʾ; meaning: The Women) is the fourth chapter (sūrah) of the Quran, with 176 verses (āyāt). The title derives from the numerous references to women throughout the chapter, including verse 34 and verses 4:127-130. There are 176 Ayaat in this Surah.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againAccording to many scholars, the Surah was revealed after the Battle of Uhud, which left 70 of the Muslims killed. This situation brought about the need to address issues such as inheritance left by those killed etc. Hence in Surah an-Nisa, Allah Almighty address issues such as dealing with orphans [including children of those killed at Uhud] and inheritance.Sections: Responsibility to take care of the family. Special care of orphans. Laws of inheritance. It is an obligation from Allah. Relations between men and women should be based on the principle of equity and goodness. Rules of marriage especially concerning the women who cannot be taken in marriage. Men and women’s rights over their properties. Disagreement and reconciliation between husband and wife. Internal and external purity: rules of wudu, ghusl and prayers. Fulfill the trusts and refer all disputes to Allah and His Messenger. Those who decline to accept the decisions of Allah’s Messenger are the hypocrites. It is the duty of the Believers to establish justice and protect the poor and oppressed. Hypocrites’ attitude to the Prophet and to the Believers How to deal with the hypocrites who are prone to fighting Believers must respect the life of other Believers, Murder and its punishment. Believers must join and live with other Believers unless they are unable to do so. Prayers for the travelers and those who are in the battlefield. Always be just and do not take the side of the unjust. The secret councils of the hypocrites. Allah will not forgive Shirk. Shaitan’s misleading of humans through deceptions and false promises. Some more directions about dealing with orphans and family disputes. Believers must stand for justice for all. Must pay attention to their faith. Hypocrites try to deceive Allah. They are lazy in their prayers. Their end will be the lowest part of hell. Allah’s punishment for those who broke their covenant with Him. Some People of the Book tried to crucify Jesus, but Allah saved him. The message of Islam is the same as the message of previous Prophets. Invitation to the People of the Book to accept Islam and recognize the true teachings of Jesus. Some more elaboration on the law of Inheritance.https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029VaUUSqz3rZZi5EmXvw2D
The Bee (Arabic: الْنَّحْل; an-naḥl) is the 16th chapter (sūrah) of the Qur’an, with 128 verses (āyāt).click the button above to listen to the recitation of this Quranic verse againThe Surah speaks about Allah’s creative power. Everything in the universe points to Allah. There is coherence and balance in Allah’s creation.It is named after honey bees mentioned in verse 68, and contains a comparison of the industry and adaptability of honey bees with the industry of man. And your Lord taught the honey bee to build its cells in hills, on trees, and in (men’s) habitations; Then to eat of all the produce (of the earth), and find with skill the spacious paths of its Lord: there issues from within their bodies a drink of varying colours, wherein is healing for men: verily in this is a Sign for those who give thought.
An-Nisa’ (Arabic: ٱلنساء, An-Nisāʾ; meaning: The Women) is the fourth chapter (sūrah) of the Quran, with 176 verses (āyāt). The title derives from the numerous references to women throughout the chapter, including verse 34 and verses 127-130.click the button above to listen to the recitation of these Quranic verses againAccording to many scholars, the Surah was revealed after the Battle of Uhud, which left 70 of the Muslims killed. This situation brought about the need to address issues such as inheritance left by those killed etc. Hence in Surah an-Nisa, Allah Almighty address issues such as dealing with orphans [including children of those killed at Uhud] and inheritance.Sections: Responsibility to take care of the family. Special care of orphans. Laws of inheritance. It is an obligation from Allah. Relations between men and women should be based on the principle of equity and goodness. Rules of marriage especially concerning the women who cannot be taken in marriage. Men and women’s rights over their properties. Disagreement and reconciliation between husband and wife. Internal and external purity: rules of wudu, ghusl and prayers. Fulfill the trusts and refer all disputes to Allah and His Messenger. Those who decline to accept the decisions of Allah’s Messenger are the hypocrites. It is the duty of the Believers to establish justice and protect the poor and oppressed. Hypocrites’ attitude to the Prophet and to the Believers How to deal with the hypocrites who are prone to fighting Believers must respect the life of other Believers, Murder and its punishment. Believers must join and live with other Believers unless they are unable to do so. Prayers for the travelers and those who are in the battlefield. Always be just and do not take the side of the unjust. The secret councils of the hypocrites. Allah will not forgive Shirk. Shaitan’s misleading of humans through deceptions and false promises. Some more directions about dealing with orphans and family disputes. Believers must stand for justice for all. Must pay attention to their faith. Hypocrites try to deceive Allah. They are lazy in their prayers. Their end will be the lowest part of hell. Allah’s punishment for those who broke their covenant with Him. Some People of the Book tried to crucify Jesus, but Allah saved him. The message of Islam is the same as the message of previous Prophets. Invitation to the People of the Book to accept Islam and recognize the true teachings of Jesus. Some more elaboration on the law of Inheritance.
