Author: Quran Talk Blog

Striving in the Cause of God [22:58] Those who emigrate for the sake of GOD, then get killed, or die, GOD will surely shower them with good provisions. GOD is certainly the best Provider. [22:59] Most assuredly, He will admit them an admittance that will please them. GOD is Omniscient, Clement.  

Satan's Temporary Kingship [22:56] All sovereignty on that day belongs to GOD, and He will judge among them. As for those who believe and lead a righteous life, they have deserved the gardens of bliss.   [22:57] While those who disbelieved and rejected our revelations have incurred a shameful retribution. Striving in the Cause of … Continue reading Satan’s Temporary Kingship (22:56 – 22:58)

The Hypocrites Drop Out [22:53] He thus sets up the devil's scheme as a test for those who harbor doubts in their hearts, and those whose hearts are hardened. The wicked must remain with the opposition. [22:54] Those who are blessed with knowledge will recognize the truth from your Lord, then believe in it, and … Continue reading The Hypocrites Drop Out (22:53 – 22:55)

The System* [22:52] We did not send before you any messenger, nor a prophet, without having the devil interfere in his wishes. GOD then nullifies what the devil has done. GOD perfects His revelations. GOD is Omniscient, Most Wise.* *22:52 Throughout this worldly test, Satan is allowed to present his point of view (we are born with a representative of Satan … Continue reading The System (22:52)

God's Messenger of the Covenant [22:49] Say, "O people, I have been sent to you as a profound warner."* [22:50] Those who believe and lead a righteous life have deserved forgiveness and a generous recompense. [22:51] As for those who strive to challenge our revelations, they incur Hell. *22:49 This command is directed specifically to … Continue reading God’s Messenger of the Covenant (22:49 – 22:51)

Synagogues, Churches, and Masjids [22:39] Permission is granted to those who are being persecuted, since injustice has befallen them, and GOD is certainly able to support them. [22:40] They were evicted from their homes unjustly, for no reason other than saying, "Our Lord is GOD." If it were not for GOD's supporting of some people against others, monasteries, churches, … Continue reading Synagogues, Churches, and Masjids (22:39 – 22:48)

God Defends the Believers [22:38] GOD defends those who believe. GOD does not love any betrayer, unappreciative.  [3:111] They can never harm you, beyond insulting you. If they fight you, they will turn around and flee. They can never win.  [3:118] O you who believe, do not befriend outsiders who never cease to wish you harm; they even wish … Continue reading God Defends the Believers (22:38)

Livestock Offerings During Pilgrimage* [22:33] The (livestock) provide you with many benefits for a period, before being donated to the ancient shrine. [22:34] For each congregation we have decreed rites whereby they commemorate the name of GOD for providing them with the livestock. Your god is one and the same god; you shall all submit to Him. Give good … Continue reading Livestock Offerings During Pilgrimage (22:33 – 22:37)

Pilgrimage, Like All Duties in Islam, Decreed Through Abraham* [22:26] We appointed Abraham to establish the Shrine: "You shall not idolize any other god beside Me, and purify My shrine for those who visit it, those who live near it, and those who bow and prostrate. [22:27] "And proclaim that the people shall observe Hajj … Continue reading Pilgrimage, Like All Duties in Islam, Decreed Through Abraham (22:26 – 22:32)

The Bliss of Heaven [22:23] GOD will admit those who believe and lead a righteous life into gardens with flowing streams. They will be adorned therein with bracelets of gold, and pearls, and their garments therein will be silk. [22:24] They have been guided to the good words; they have been guided in the path … Continue reading The Bliss of Heaven (22:23 – 22:25)