What does it mean when it says “volunteers more righteous works“? Hajj Pilgrimage [2:158] The knolls of Safa and Marwah are among the rites decreed by GOD. Anyone who observes Hajj or `Umrah commits no error by traversing the distance between them. If one volunteers more righteous works, then GOD is Appreciative, Omniscient. This statement … Continue reading Volunteering More Righteous Works during Hajj (2:158)
2:158 – 2:173
Some of the topics we discussed during our study this week were the following: Hajj and Doing More Righteous Works (2:158) Condemnation on the Day of Judgment (2:161) The First Commandment: Laa Elaaha Ellaa Allah - There is no other god beside GOD (2:163) Overwhelming Signs of God Activity (2:164) Loving God The Most (2:165) … Continue reading 2:158 – 2:173
Fear (2:150)
[2:150] Wherever you go, you shall turn your face (during Salat) towards the Sacred Masjid; wherever you might be, you shall turn your faces (during Salat) towards it. Thus, the people will have no argument against you, except the transgressors among them. Do not fear them, and fear Me instead. I will then perfect My … Continue reading Fear (2:150)
Admission Test (2:155)
[2:155] We will surely test you through some fear, hunger, and loss of money, lives, and crops. Give good news to the steadfast.* *Footnote: 2:155 The test is designed to prove that we worship God alone under all circumstances (29:2). [2:156] When an affliction befalls them, they say, "We belong to GOD, and to Him … Continue reading Admission Test (2:155)
Steadfastness (2:153)
[2:153] O you who believe, seek help through steadfastness and the Contact Prayers (Salat). GOD is with those who steadfastly persevere. What is steadfast? Is it just a mentality or does it require action? Steadfast: A resolute or dutifully firm or unwavering Someone who is steadfast has grit https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H14bBuluwB8 Someone who is steadfast is antifragile … Continue reading Steadfastness (2:153)
Qiblah 2:142 – 2:150
Abolition of Bigotry and Prejudice* [2:142] The fools among the people would say, "Why did they change the direction of their Qiblah?"* Say, "To GOD belongs the east and the west; He guides whoever wills in a straight path." Footnote: *2:142-145 "Qiblah" is the direction one faces during the Contact Prayers (Salat). When Gabriel conveyed … Continue reading Qiblah 2:142 – 2:150
2:142 – 2:157
This week we read 2:142 through 2:157. We discussed the following topics: Steadfastness (2:153) Admission Test (2:155) Qiblah (2:142 - 2:150) Fear (2:150)
Weekly Activity – Sharing The Miracles In Our Lives
[2:118] Those who possess no knowledge say, "If only GOD could speak to us, or some miracle could come to us!" Others before them have uttered similar utterances; their minds are similar. We do manifest the miracles for those who have attained certainty. Every day in our lives we experience miracles. The difference between the … Continue reading Weekly Activity – Sharing The Miracles In Our Lives
2:124 – 2:141
Study Notes: 2:124 – 2:141 What was the commands that God tested Abraham with? Abraham [2:124] Recall that Abraham was put to the test by his Lord, through certain commands, and he fulfilled them. (God) said, "I am appointing you an imam for the people." He said, "And also my descendants?" He said, "My covenant … Continue reading 2:124 – 2:141
2:105 – Jealousy Condemned
Jealousy Condemned [2:105] Neither the disbelievers among the followers of the scripture, nor the idol worshipers, wish to see any blessings come down to you from your Lord. However, GOD showers His blessings upon whomever He chooses. GOD possesses infinite grace. God possesses infinite grace, yet people who do not know God think that God’s … Continue reading 2:105 – Jealousy Condemned
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