Author: Quran Talk Blog

Noah [10:71] Recite for them the history of Noah. He said to his people, "O my people, if you find my position and my reminding you of GOD's revelations too much for you, then I put my trust in GOD. You should get together with your leaders, agree on a final decision among yourselves, then let me … Continue reading Noah (10:71 – 10:73)

The Gross Blasphemy [10:68] They said, "GOD has begotten a son!" Be He glorified. He is the Most Rich. To Him belongs everything in the heavens and everything on earth. You have no proof to support such a blasphemy. Are you saying about GOD what you do not know? [10:69] Proclaim: "Those who fabricate lies about GOD will never succeed." … Continue reading The Gross Blasphemy (10:68 – 10:70)

Happiness: Now and Forever* [10:62] Absolutely, GOD's allies have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve. *10:62-64 Most people think that they have to wait until the Day of Resurrection before they receive their rewards for righteousness, or the retribution for wickedness. But the Quran repeatedly assures the believers that they are guaranteed perfect happiness here … Continue reading Happiness: Now and Forever* (10:62 – 10:67)

Knowing God [10:61] You do not get into any situation, nor do you recite any Quran, nor do you do anything, without us being witnesses thereof as you do it. Not even an atom's weight is out of your Lord's control, be it in the heavens or the earth. Nor is there anything smaller than … Continue reading Knowing God (10:61)

Human-made Dietary Prohibitions [10:59] Say, "Did you note how GOD sends down to you all kinds of provisions, then you render some of them unlawful, and some lawful?" Say, "Did GOD give you permission to do this? Or, do you fabricate lies and attribute them to GOD?" [10:60] Does it ever occur to those who fabricate lies about GOD that they will … Continue reading Human-made Dietary Prohibitions (10:59 – 10:60)

Joy for the Believers [10:58] Say, "With GOD's grace and with His mercy they shall rejoice." This is far better than any wealth they can accumulate. The Real Wealth [28:80] As for those who were blessed with knowledge, they said, "Woe to you, GOD's recompense is far better for those who believe and lead a righteous … Continue reading Joy for the Believers (10:58)

What Price Faith [10:54] If any wicked soul possessed everything on earth, it would readily offer it as ransom. They will be ridden with remorse when they see the retribution. They will be judged equitably, without the least injustice. [10:55] Absolutely, to GOD belongs everything in the heavens and the earth. Absolutely, GOD's promise is truth, but most … Continue reading What Price Faith (10:54 – 10:57)

The Messenger Possesses No Power [10:49] Say, "I possess no power to harm myself, or benefit myself; only what GOD wills takes place." Each community has a predetermined life span. Once their interim comes to an end, they cannot delay it by one hour, nor advance it. [10:50] Say, "Whether His retribution comes to you by night … Continue reading The Messenger Possesses No Power (10:49 – 10:53)

Humans Freely Choose Their Paths [10:43] Some of them look at you, but can you guide the blind, even though they do not see? [10:44] GOD never wrongs the people; it is the people who wrong their own souls. [10:45] On the day when He summons all of them, they will feel as if they lasted in … Continue reading Humans Freely Choose Their Paths (10:43 – 10:48)

Only God Can Author the Quran [10:37] This Quran could not possibly be authored by other than GOD. It confirms all previous messages, and provides a fully detailed scripture. It is infallible; for it comes from the Lord of the universe. [10:38] If they say, "He fabricated it," say, "Then produce one sura like these, and … Continue reading Only God Can Author the Quran (10:37 – 10:42)