Author: Quran Talk Blog

Equality of Believers [4:69] Those who obey GOD and the messenger belong with those blessed by GOD - the prophets, the saints, the martyrs, and the righteous. These are the best company. [4:70] Such is the blessing from GOD; GOD is the best Knower. [4:71] O you who believe, you shall remain alert, and mobilize … Continue reading Equality of Believers (4:69 – 4:74)

Masjid Tucson is raising money for Charity Water through September 30th 2015. Last year we raised +$50,000. This year we are trying to raise $38,000. To donate please use the link below: https://my.charitywater.org/masjidtucsonorg [2:195] …God loves the charitable. Charity Water – Helping People All Over the World To Have Access To Clean Water https://vimeo.com/22566556 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzGb12fN3Uc

Calls For Dad #RealDadMoments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Jpb2_YdxYM For this Father’s Day we each answered one of the below questions in regards to our own dads:  What is the most important lesson you dad ever taught you? How is your dad important to you? I am thankful for my dad because… If your dad was your age today … Continue reading Happy Fathers Day

God's Tests Are Never Unreasonable [4:66] Had we decreed for them: "You must offer your lives," or "Give up your homes," they would not have done it, except for a few of them. (Even if such a command was issued,) had they done what they were commanded to do, it would have been better for … Continue reading God’s Tests Are Never Unreasonable (4:66-4:68)

Unquestioning Submission: Quality of the True Believers [4:64] We did not send any messenger except to be obeyed in accordance with GOD's will. Had they, when they wronged their souls, come to you and prayed to GOD for forgiveness, and the messenger prayed for their forgiveness, they would have found GOD Redeemer, Most Merciful. [4:65] … Continue reading Unquestioning Submission to God Alone (4:64 – 4:65)

Believers Or Hypocrites? [4:60] Have you noted those who claim that they believe in what was revealed to you, and in what was revealed before you, then uphold the unjust laws of their idols? They were commanded to reject such laws. Indeed, it is the devil's wish to lead them far astray. [4:61] When they … Continue reading True Believers Follow The Word of God Alone (4:60 – 4:63)

Honesty & Justice Advocated [4:58] GOD commands you to give back anything the people have entrusted to you. If you judge among the people, you shall judge equitably. The best enlightenment indeed is what GOD recommends for you. GOD is Hearer, Seer. [4:59] O you who believe, you shall obey GOD, and you shall obey … Continue reading Honesty + Justice = Integrity & Hierarchy in Submission (4:58-4:59)

[4:49] Have you noted those who exalt themselves? Instead, GOD is the One who exalts whomever He wills, without the least injustice. [4:50] Note how they fabricate lies about GOD; what a gross offense this is! [4:51] Have you noted those who received a portion of the scripture, and how they believe in idolatry and … Continue reading Follow Only The Word of God (4:49 – 4:57)

The Unforgivable Sin [4:48] GOD does not forgive idolatry,* but He forgives lesser offenses for whomever He wills. Anyone who sets up idols beside GOD, has forged a horrendous offense. *4:48 Idol worship is not forgivable, if maintained until death. One can always repent from any offense, including idolatry, before death comes (see 4:18 & … Continue reading Idolatry – The Unforgivable Sin (If Maintained Till Death) 4:48

[4:46] Among those who are Jewish, some distort the words beyond the truth, and they say, "We hear, but we disobey," and "Your words are falling on deaf ears," and "Raa'ena* (be our shepherd)," as they twist their tongues to mock the religion. Had they said, "We hear, and we obey," and "We hear you," … Continue reading Choose Our Words Carefully (4:46 – 4:47)