Victory Guaranteed for the Believers [8:10] GOD gave you this good news to strengthen your hearts. Victory comes only from GOD. GOD is Almighty, Most Wise. [8:11] He caused peaceful slumber to overtake you and pacify you, and He sent down water from the sky to clean you therewith. He protected you from the devil's curse, reassured your hearts and … Continue reading Victory Guaranteed for the Believers (8:10 – 8:11)
God’s Invisible Solders (8:9)
God's Invisible Soldiers [8:9] Thus, when you implored your Lord to come to the rescue, He responded to you: "I am supporting you with one thousand angels in succession." [83:29] The wicked used to laugh at those who believed. [83:30] When they passed by them, they used to poke fun. [83:31] When they got together … Continue reading God’s Invisible Solders (8:9)
The Weak Believers (8:5 – 8:8)
The Weak Believers [8:5] When your Lord willed that you leave your home, to fulfill a specific plan, some believers became exposed as reluctant believers. [8:6] They argued with you against the truth, even after everything was explained to them. They acted as if they were being driven to certain death. [8:7] Recall that GOD promised you … Continue reading The Weak Believers (8:5 – 8:8)
The True Believers (8:2 – 8:4)
The True Believers [8:2] The true believers are those whose hearts tremble when GOD is mentioned, and when His revelations are recited to them, their faith is strengthened, and they trust in their Lord. [8:3] They observe the Contact Prayers (Salat), and from our provisions to them, they give to charity. [8:4] Such are the true believers. They … Continue reading The True Believers (8:2 – 8:4)
Sura 8, The Spoils of War (Al-Anfãl)
[8:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [8:1] They consult you about the spoils of war. Say, "The spoils of war belong to GOD and the messenger." You shall observe GOD, exhort one another to be righteous, and obey GOD and His messenger, if you are believers. How do we exhort one another of being righteous? … Continue reading Sura 8, The Spoils of War (Al-Anfãl)
Our Children Can be Idols (7:189 – 7:206)
Our Children Can be Idols [7:189] He created you from one person (Adam). Subsequently, He gives every man a mate to find tranquility with her. She then carries a light load that she can hardly notice. As the load gets heavier, they implore GOD their Lord: "If You give us a good baby, we will be appreciative." [7:190] … Continue reading Our Children Can be Idols (7:189 – 7:206)
Messengers Are Powerless; They Do Not Know the Future. (7:188)
Messengers Are Powerless; They Do Not Know the Future. [7:188] Say, "I have no power to benefit myself, or harm myself. Only what GOD wills happens to me. If I knew the future, I would have increased my wealth, and no harm would have afflicted me. I am no more than a warner, and a bearer of … Continue reading Messengers Are Powerless; They Do Not Know the Future. (7:188)
Satan Hypnotizes His Constituents (7:179 – 7:18)
Satan Hypnotizes His Constituents [7:179] We have committed to Hell multitudes of jinns and humans. They have minds with which they do not understand, eyes with which they do not see, and ears with which they do not hear. They are like animals; no, they are far worse—they are totally unaware. [7:180] To GOD belongs the most … Continue reading Satan Hypnotizes His Constituents (7:179 – 7:18)
We Are Born With Instinctive Knowledge About God* (7:172 – 7:178)
We Are Born With Instinctive Knowledge About God* [7:172] Recall that your Lord summoned all the descendants of Adam, and had them bear witness for themselves: "Am I not your Lord?" They all said, "Yes. We bear witness." Thus, you cannot say on the Day of Resurrection, "We were not aware of this." *7:172 Thus, … Continue reading We Are Born With Instinctive Knowledge About God* (7:172 – 7:178)
