[2:198] You commit no error by seeking provisions from your Lord (through commerce). When you file from `Arafaat, you shall commemorate GOD at the Sacred Location (of Muzdalifah). You shall commemorate Him for guiding you; before this, you had gone astray. [2:199] You shall file together, with the rest of the people who file, and … Continue reading Commemorating God at Hajj (2:198-199)
The Four Sacred Months
The Quran informs us that according to God, there are twelve months, four of which are sacred. [9:36] The count of months, as far as GOD is concerned, is twelve. This has been GOD's law, since the day He created the heavens and the earth. Four of them are sacred. This is the perfect religion; you … Continue reading The Four Sacred Months
Hajj (2:196)
Hajj and `Umrah Pilgrimage* [2:196] You shall observe the complete rites of Hajj and`Umrah for GOD. If you are prevented, you shall send an offering, and do not resume cutting your hair until your offering has reached its destination. If you are ill, or suffering a head injury (and you must cut your hair), you … Continue reading Hajj (2:196)
2:196 – 2:215
This week we read from 2:196 – 2:215. Some of the items that were discussed were the following Hajj (2:196) Sacred Months (2:197) Weekly Activity – The Benefits of Commerce (2:198) Commemorate GOD as you commemorate your own parents (2:200) Delayed Gratification (2:201 – 2:202) Disbelievers Ridicule the Believers (2:212) The meaning of community (2:213) … Continue reading 2:196 – 2:215
Weekly Activity: Lesson Regarding The Rules of War and Compassion (2:190 – 2:195)
Rules of War* [2:190] You may fight in the cause of GOD against those who attack you, but do not aggress. GOD does not love the aggressors. *2:190 All fighting is regulated by the basic rule in 60:8-9. Fighting is allowed strictly in self-defense, while aggression and oppression are strongly condemned throughout the Quran. [2:191] You … Continue reading Weekly Activity: Lesson Regarding The Rules of War and Compassion (2:190 – 2:195)
Being Straight Forward (2:189)
Do Not Beat Around the Bush [2:189] They ask you about the phases of the moon! Say, "They provide a timing device for the people, and determine the time of Hajj." It is not righteous to beat around the bush;* righteousness is attained by upholding the commandments and by being straightforward. You shall observe GOD, … Continue reading Being Straight Forward (2:189)
Corruption (2:188)
Bribery, Corruption Condemned [2:188] You shall not take each others' money illicitly, nor shall you bribe the officials to deprive others of some of their rights illicitly, while you know. What are illicit earnings? Illicit earnings are any earnings that one gains through sinful activity i.e. taking advantage of others, pay day loans, usury, gambling, … Continue reading Corruption (2:188)
Praying to God (2:186)
God Answers the Prayers of "His Servants" [2:186] When My servants ask you about Me, I am always near. I answer their prayers when they pray to Me. The people shall respond to Me and believe in Me, in order to be guided. Does this verse (2:186) only apply for when our wants correspond to … Continue reading Praying to God (2:186)
Fasting (2:183)
Fasting Emphasized and Modified* [2:183] O you who believe, fasting is decreed for you, as it was decreed for those before you, that you may attain salvation. *2:183-187 Like all duties in Submission, fasting was decreed through Abraham (22:78, Appendices 9 & 15). Prior to revelation of the Quran, sexual intercourse was prohibited throughout the … Continue reading Fasting (2:183)
Write a Will (2:180 – 2:182)
Write A Will [2:180] It is decreed that when death approaches, you shall write a will for the benefit of the parents and relatives, equitably. This is a duty upon the righteous. [2:181] If anyone alters a will he had heard, the sin of altering befalls those responsible for such altering. GOD is Hearer, Knower. … Continue reading Write a Will (2:180 – 2:182)
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