Author: Quran Talk Blog

The Ego as a god [25:43] Have you seen the one whose god is his own ego? Will you be his advocate? [25:44] Do you think that most of them hear, or understand? They are just like animals; no, they are far worse. 25:43 is in the index under “opinion as a god” Animals do … Continue reading The Ego as a god (25:43 – 25:44)

Messengers Ridiculed [25:41] When they saw you, they always ridiculed you: "Is this the one chosen by GOD to be a messenger? [25:42] "He almost diverted us from our gods, if it were not that we steadfastly persevered with them." They will certainly find out, when they see the retribution, who are the real strayers … Continue reading Messengers Ridiculed (25:41 – 25:42)

God's Evidence is Overwhelming [25:33] Whatever argument they come up with, we provide you with the truth, and a better understanding. [25:34] Those who are forcibly summoned to Hell are in the worst position; they are the farthest from the right path. [25:35] We have given Moses the scripture, and appointed his brother Aaron to … Continue reading God’s Evidence is Overwhelming (25:33 – 25:40)

God's Messenger of the Covenant* [25:27] The day will come when the transgressor will bite his hands (in anguish) and say, "Alas, I wish I had followed the path with the messenger. [25:28] "Alas, woe to me, I wish I did not take that person as a friend. [25:29] "He has led me away from … Continue reading God’s Messenger of the Covenant (25:27 – 25:32)

Messengers Are Just Human Beings [25:20] We did not send any messengers before you who did not eat food and walk in the markets. We thus test you by each other; will you steadfastly persevere? Your Lord is Seer. [25:21] Those who do not expect to meet us said, "If only the angels could come … Continue reading Messengers Are Just Human Beings (25:20 – 25:26)

Reward for the Righteous [25:15] Say, "Is this better or the eternal Paradise that is promised for the righteous? It is their well deserved reward; a well deserved destiny." [25:16] They get anything they wish therein, forever. This is your Lord's irrevocable promise. [25:17] On the day when He summons them, together with the idols … Continue reading Reward for the Righteous (25:15 – 25:19)

Retribution for the Disbelievers [25:12] When it sees them from afar, they will hear its rage and fuming. [25:13] And when they are thrown into it, through a narrow place, all shackled, they will declare their remorse. [25:14] You will not declare just a single remorse, on that day; you will suffer through a great … Continue reading Retribution for the Disbelievers (25:12 – 25:14)

The Real Reason [25:11] In fact, they have disbelieved in the Hour (Day of Resurrection), and we have prepared for those who disbelieve in the Hour a flaming Hell.  [25:40] They have passed by the community that was showered with a miserable shower (Sodom). Did they not see it? The fact is, they never believed in … Continue reading The Real Reason (25:11)

Typical Utterances of Disbelievers [25:7] And they said, "How come this messenger eats the food and walks in the markets? If only an angel could come down with him, to serve with him as a preacher!" [25:8] Or, "If only a treasure could be given to him!" Or, "If only he could possess an orchard … Continue reading Typical Utterances of Disbelievers (25:7 – 25:10)