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God's Tests Are Never Unreasonable [4:66] Had we decreed for them: "You must offer your lives," or "Give up your homes," they would not have done it, except for a few of them. (Even if such a command was issued,) had they done what they were commanded to do, it would have been better for … Continue reading God’s Tests Are Never Unreasonable (4:66-4:68)

Unquestioning Submission: Quality of the True Believers [4:64] We did not send any messenger except to be obeyed in accordance with GOD's will. Had they, when they wronged their souls, come to you and prayed to GOD for forgiveness, and the messenger prayed for their forgiveness, they would have found GOD Redeemer, Most Merciful. [4:65] … Continue reading Unquestioning Submission to God Alone (4:64 – 4:65)

Believers Or Hypocrites? [4:60] Have you noted those who claim that they believe in what was revealed to you, and in what was revealed before you, then uphold the unjust laws of their idols? They were commanded to reject such laws. Indeed, it is the devil's wish to lead them far astray. [4:61] When they … Continue reading True Believers Follow The Word of God Alone (4:60 – 4:63)

Honesty & Justice Advocated [4:58] GOD commands you to give back anything the people have entrusted to you. If you judge among the people, you shall judge equitably. The best enlightenment indeed is what GOD recommends for you. GOD is Hearer, Seer. [4:59] O you who believe, you shall obey GOD, and you shall obey … Continue reading Honesty + Justice = Integrity & Hierarchy in Submission (4:58-4:59)

[4:49] Have you noted those who exalt themselves? Instead, GOD is the One who exalts whomever He wills, without the least injustice. [4:50] Note how they fabricate lies about GOD; what a gross offense this is! [4:51] Have you noted those who received a portion of the scripture, and how they believe in idolatry and … Continue reading Follow Only The Word of God (4:49 – 4:57)

The Unforgivable Sin [4:48] GOD does not forgive idolatry,* but He forgives lesser offenses for whomever He wills. Anyone who sets up idols beside GOD, has forged a horrendous offense. *4:48 Idol worship is not forgivable, if maintained until death. One can always repent from any offense, including idolatry, before death comes (see 4:18 & … Continue reading Idolatry – The Unforgivable Sin (If Maintained Till Death) 4:48

[4:46] Among those who are Jewish, some distort the words beyond the truth, and they say, "We hear, but we disobey," and "Your words are falling on deaf ears," and "Raa'ena* (be our shepherd)," as they twist their tongues to mock the religion. Had they said, "We hear, and we obey," and "We hear you," … Continue reading Choose Our Words Carefully (4:46 – 4:47)

What Nullifies Ablution [4:43] O you who believe, do not observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) while intoxicated, so that you know what you are saying. Nor after sexual orgasm without bathing, unless you are on the road, traveling; if you are ill or traveling, or you had urinary or fecal-related excretion (such as gas), or … Continue reading What Nullifies Ablution (4:43 – 4:45)

Divine Justice [4:40] GOD does not inflict an atom's weight of injustice. On the contrary, He multiplies the reward manifold for the righteous work, and grants from Him a great recompense. [4:41] Thus, when the day (of judgment) comes, we will call upon a witness from each community, and you (the messenger) will serve as … Continue reading Divine Justice (4:40 – 42)

Major Commandments [4:36] You shall worship GOD alone - do not associate anything with Him. You shall regard the parents, the relatives, the orphans, the poor, the related neighbor, the unrelated neighbor, the close associate, the traveling alien, and your servants. GOD does not like the arrogant show-offs. [4:37] The ones who are stingy, exhort … Continue reading Regarding the Neighbors (4:36 – 4:40)