Author: Quran Talk Blog

Examine Yourself [18:103] Say, "Shall I tell you who the worst losers are? [18:104] "They are the ones whose works in this life are totally astray, but they think that they are doing good." [18:105] Such are the ones who disbelieved in the revelations of their Lord and in meeting Him. Therefore, their works are … Continue reading Examine Yourself (18:103 – 18:108)

Gog and Magog* [18:94] They said, "O Zul-Qarnain, Gog and Magog are corruptors of the earth. Can we pay you to create a barrier between us and them?" [18:95] He said, "My Lord has given me great bounties. If you cooperate with me, I will build a dam between you and them. [18:96] "Bring to … Continue reading Gog and Magog (18:94 – 18:102)

Zul-Qarnain: The One With the Two Horns or Two Generations [18:83] They ask you about Zul-Qarnain. Say, "I will narrate to you some of his history." [18:84] We granted him authority on earth, and provided him with all kinds of means. [18:85] Then, he pursued one way. [18:86] When he reached the far west, he … Continue reading Zul-Qarnain: The One With the Two Horns or Two Generations (18:83 – 18:93)

There is a Good Reason for Everything [18:78] He said, "Now we have to part company. But I will explain to you everything you could not stand. [18:79] "As for the ship, it belonged to poor fishermen, and I wanted to render it defective. There was a king coming after them, who was confiscating every … Continue reading There is a Good Reason for Everything (18:78 – 18:82)

Valuable Lessons from Moses and His Teacher [18:60] Moses said to his servant, "I will not rest until I reach the point where the two rivers meet, no matter how long it takes." [18:61] When they reached the point where they met, they forgot their fish, and it found its way back to the river, … Continue reading Valuable Lessons from Moses and His Teacher (18:60 – 18:77)

Divine Intervention [18:57] Who are more evil than those who are reminded of their Lord's proofs, then disregard them, without realizing what they are doing. Consequently, we place shields on their hearts to prevent them from understanding it (the Quran), and deafness in their ears. Thus, no matter what you do to guide them, they can … Continue reading Divine Intervention (18:57 – 18:59)

Disbelievers Refuse to Accept the Completeness of the Quran [18:54] We have cited in this Quran every kind of example, but the human being is the most argumentative creature. [18:55] Nothing prevented the people from believing, when the guidance came to them, and from seeking the forgiveness of their Lord, except that they demanded to … Continue reading Disbelievers Refuse to Accept the Completeness of the Quran (18:54 – 18:56)

Classification of God's Creatures [18:50] We said to the angels, "Fall prostrate before Adam." They fell prostrate, except Satan. He became a jinn, for he disobeyed the order of His Lord.* Will you choose him and his descendants as lords instead of Me, even though they are your enemies? What a miserable substitute! *18:50 When … Continue reading Classification of God’s Creatures (18:50 – 18:53)

Rearranging Our Priorities [18:46] Money and children are the joys of this life, but the righteous works provide an eternal recompense from your Lord, and a far better hope. [18:47] The day will come when we wipe out the mountains, and you will see the earth barren. We will summon them all, not leaving out … Continue reading Rearranging Our Priorities (18:46 – 18:49)

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