Author: Quran Talk Blog

                                                 No Intercession* [2:254] O you who believe, you shall give to charity from the provisions we have given to you, before a day comes where there is no trade, no nepotism, … Continue reading Give to Charity From the Provisions God Gave Us (2:254)

                                Many Messengers / One Message [2:253] These messengers; we blessed some of them more than others. For example, GOD spoke to one, and we raised some of them to higher ranks. And we gave Jesus, son of Mary, profound … Continue reading How Does God Communicate to His Messengers? (2:253)

David and Goliath [2:249] When Saul took command of the troops, he said, "GOD is putting you to the test by means of a stream. Anyone who drinks from it does not belong with me - only those who do not taste it belong with me - unless it is just a single sip." They … Continue reading Lessons from David and Goliath (2:249 – 2:252)

Ark of the Covenant [2:248] Their prophet said to them, "The sign of his kingship is that the Ark of the Covenant will be restored to you, bringing assurances from your Lord, and relics left by the people of Moses and the people of Aaron. It will be carried by the angels. This should be … Continue reading Ark of the Covenant (2:248)

Saul* [2:246] Have you noted the leaders of Israel after Moses? They said to their prophet, "If you appoint a king to lead us, we will fight in the cause of GOD." He said, "Is it your intention that, if fighting is decreed for you, you will not fight?" They said, "Why should we not … Continue reading Questioning God’s Wisdom and Leadership (2:246 – 2:247)

Striving in the Cause of God [2:243] Have you noted those who fled their homes - though they were in the thousands - fearing death? GOD said to them, "Die," then revived them. GOD showers His grace upon the people, but most people are unappreciative. [2:244] You shall fight in the cause of GOD, and … Continue reading Lending God A Loan of Righteousness (2:243 – 2:245)

Alimony For Widows and Divorcees [2:240] Those who die and leave wives, a will shall provide their wives with support for a year, provided they stay within the same household. If they leave, you commit no sin by letting them do whatever they wish, so long as righteousness is maintained. GOD is Almighty, Most Wise. … Continue reading Alimony For Widows and Divorcees (2:240 -2:242)

You Shall Observe the Contact Prayers* [2:238] You shall consistently observe the Contact Prayers, especially the middle prayer, and devote yourselves totally to GOD. *2:238 All five prayers are found in 2:238, 11:114, 17:78, & 24:58. When the Quran was revealed, the Contact Prayers (Salat) had already been in existence (Appendix 9). The details of … Continue reading Praying Under Unusual Circumstances (2:238 – 2:239)

[2:237] If you divorce them before touching them, but after you had set the dowry for them, the compensation shall be half the dowry, unless they voluntarily forfeit their rights, or the party responsible for causing the divorce chooses to forfeit the dowry. To forfeit is closer to righteousness. You shall maintain the amicable relations … Continue reading Just because you can doesn’t mean you should (2:237)

You Shall Observe the Pre-Marriage Interims [2:234] Those who die and leave wives, their widows shall wait four months and ten days (before they remarry). Once they fulfill their interim, you commit no error by letting them do whatever righteous matters they wish to do. GOD is fully Cognizant of everything you do.   [2:235] … Continue reading Dowry & Engagement Process (2:234 – 2:237)