Author: Quran Talk Blog

To Resurrect the Dead [16:40] To have anything done, we simply say to it, "Be," and it is. [16:41] Those who emigrated for the sake of GOD, because they were persecuted, we will surely make it up to them generously in this life, and the recompense of the Hereafter is even greater, if they only knew. … Continue reading To Resurrect the Dead (16:40 – 16:56)

Deep In Their Minds [16:38] They swore solemnly by GOD: "GOD will not resurrect the dead." Absolutely, such is His inviolable promise, but most people do not know. [16:39] He will then point out to everyone all the things they had disputed, and will let those who disbelieved know that they were liars.  [17:98] Such is their … Continue reading Deep In Their Minds (16:38 – 16:39)

Famous Excuse [16:35] The idol worshipers say, "Had GOD willed, we would not worship any idols besides Him, nor would our parents. Nor would we prohibit anything besides His prohibitions." Those before them have done the same. Can the messengers do anything but deliver the complete message? [16:36] We have sent a messenger to every community, saying, … Continue reading Famous Excuse (16:35 – 16:37)

The Disbelievers [16:33] Are they waiting for the angels to come to them, or until your Lord's judgment comes to pass? Those before them did the same thing. GOD is not the One who wronged them; they are the ones who wronged their own souls. [16:34] They have incurred the consequences of their evil works, and the … Continue reading The Disbelievers (16:33 – 16:34)

They Go Straight to Paradise [16:32] The angels terminate their lives in a state of righteousness, saying, "Peace be upon you. Enter Paradise (now) as a reward for your works."* *16:30-32 The righteous taste only the first death, which has been already experienced by all of us (see 44:56). At the end of their interim in this … Continue reading They Go Straight to Paradise (16:32)

The Believers Do Not Really Die* [16:30] As for the righteous, when they are asked, "What do you think of these revelations from your Lord," they say, "Good." For those who lead a righteous life, happiness, and the abode of the Hereafter is even better. What a blissful abode for the righteous. [16:31] The gardens … Continue reading The Believers Do Not Really Die (16:30 – 16:31)

Death for the Disbelievers [16:28] The angels put them to death in a state of wronging their souls. That is when they finally submit, and say, "We did not do anything wrong!" Yes indeed. GOD is fully aware of everything you have done. [16:29] Therefore, enter the gates of Hell, wherein you abide forever. What a miserable … Continue reading Death for the Disbelievers (16:28 – 16:29)

The Dead Prophets and Saints [16:20] As for the idols they set up beside GOD, they do not create anything; they themselves were created. [16:21] They are dead, not alive, and they have no idea how or when they will be resurrected. [16:22] Your god is one god. As for those who do not believe in … Continue reading The Dead Prophets and Saints (16:20 – 16:27)

 God's Blessings [16:7] And they carry your loads to lands that you could not reach without a great hardship. Surely, your Lord is Compassionate, Most Merciful. [16:8] And (He created) the horses, the mules, and the donkeys for you to ride, and for luxury. Additionally, He creates what you do not know. [16:9] GOD points out the paths, including … Continue reading God’s Blessings (16:7 – 16:19)

[16:0] In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [16:1] GOD's command has already been issued (and everything has already been written), so do not rush it.* Be He glorified; the Most High, far above any idols they set up. *16:1 Everything is already recorded (57:22). See also Appendix 14.  [16:2] He sends down the angels … Continue reading Sura 16, The Bee (Al-Nahl) 16:0 – 16:6