Requirements of the Test [6:9] Had we sent an angel, we would have sent him in the form of a man, and we would have kept them just as confused as they are confused now. [6:10] Messengers before you have been ridiculed. It is those who mocked them who suffered the consequences of their ridiculing. … Continue reading Requirement of the Test (6:9 – 6:16)
Livestock (6:00 – 6:8)
[6:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [6:1] Praise be to GOD, who created the heavens and the earth, and made the darkness and the light. Yet, those who disbelieve in their Lord continue to deviate. [6:2] He is the One who created you from mud, then predetermined your life span, a … Continue reading Livestock (6:00 – 6:8)
On The Day of Resurrection (5:116 – 5:120)
On The Day Of Resurrection [5:116] GOD will say, "O Jesus, son of Mary,* did you say to the people, `Make me and my mother idols beside GOD?' " He will say, "Be You glorified. I could not utter what was not right. Had I said it, You already would have known it. You know … Continue reading On The Day of Resurrection (5:116 – 5:120)
The Feast + Greater Miracles Bring Greater Responsibility (5:112 – 5:115)
The Feast [5:112] Recall that the disciples said, "O Jesus, son of Mary, can your Lord send down to us a feast from the sky?" He said, "You should reverence GOD, if you are believers." [5:113] They said, "We wish to eat from it, and to reassure our hearts, and to know for sure that … Continue reading The Feast + Greater Miracles Bring Greater Responsibility (5:112 – 5:115)
Dead Messengers Totally Unaware (5:109 – 5:111)
The Dead Messengers Totally Unaware [5:109] The day will come when GOD will summon the messengers and ask them, "How was the response to you?" They will say, "We have no knowledge. You are the Knower of all secrets." [5:110] GOD will say, "O Jesus, son of Mary, remember My blessings upon you and your … Continue reading Dead Messengers Totally Unaware (5:109 – 5:111)
Witnessing A Will and Being Trustworthy (5:106 – 5:108)
Witnessing A Will [5:106] O you who believe, witnessing a will when one of you is dying shall be done by two equitable people among you. If you are traveling, then two others may do the witnessing. After observing the Contact Prayer (Salat), let the witnesses swear by GOD, to alleviate your doubts: "We will … Continue reading Witnessing A Will and Being Trustworthy (5:106 – 5:108)
Do Not Follow Your Parents’ Religion Blindly (5:104 – 5:105)
Do Not Follow Your Parents' Religion Blindly [5:104] When they are told, "Come to what GOD has revealed, and to the messenger," they say, "What we found our parents doing is sufficient for us." What if their parents knew nothing, and were not guided? [5:105] O you who believe, you should worry only about your … Continue reading Do Not Follow Your Parents’ Religion Blindly (5:104 – 5:105)
Trust in God (5:101 – 5:103)
[5:101] O you who believe, do not ask about matters which, if revealed to you prematurely, would hurt you. If you ask about them in light of the Quran, they will become obvious to you. GOD has deliberately overlooked them. GOD is Forgiver, Clement. [5:102] Others before you have asked the same questions, then became … Continue reading Trust in God (5:101 – 5:103)
Don’t Be Impressed by the Abundance of Bad (5:98-5:100)
[5:98] Know that GOD is strict in enforcing retribution, and that GOD is Forgiving, Most Merciful. [5:99] The sole duty of the messenger is to deliver the message, and GOD knows everything you declare and everything you conceal. [5:100] Proclaim: "The bad and the good are not the same, even if the abundance of the … Continue reading Don’t Be Impressed by the Abundance of Bad (5:98-5:100)
All Creatures of the Sea Lawful to Eat (5:96 – 5:97)
All Creatures of the Sea Lawful to Eat [5:96] All fish of the sea are made lawful for you to eat. During pilgrimage, this may provide for you during your journey. You shall not hunt throughout the pilgrimage. You shall reverence GOD, before whom you will be summoned. [5:97] GOD has appointed the Ka’bah, the … Continue reading All Creatures of the Sea Lawful to Eat (5:96 – 5:97)
