9:123 And The Meaning of “yalūnakum”

What is the meaning of the Arabic word يَلُونَكُمْ (yalūnakum) used in 9:123? [9:123] O you who believe, you shall fight the disbelievers who "yalūnakum" —let them find you stern—and know that GOD is with the righteous. يَاأَيُّهَا الَّذِينَ آمَنُوا قَاتِلُوا الَّذِينَ يَلُونَكُمْ مِنَ الْكُفَّارِ وَلْيَجِدُوا فِيكُمْ غِلْظَةً وَاعْلَمُوا أَنَّ اللَّهَ مَعَ الْمُتَّقِينَ Below is a … Continue reading 9:123 And The Meaning of “yalūnakum”

Child Marriage

One of the satanic practices that is plaguing some Muslim communities is what is known as Nikah Siri which literally translates to "secret marriage." But why would someone resort to secret marriage as marriage is usually something that should be announced and celebrated? This practice is typically utilized for marriages that are illegal in a … Continue reading Child Marriage

How to Avoid Idol Worship

One of the definitions of idol worship is to think that something independent of God has the ability to harm or benefit us. [5:76] Say, "Would you worship beside GOD powerless idols who can neither harm you, nor benefit you? GOD is Hearer, Omniscient." قُلْ أَتَعْبُدُونَ مِنْ دُونِ اللَّهِ مَا لَا يَمْلِكُ لَكُمْ ضَرًّا وَلَا نَفْعًا … Continue reading How to Avoid Idol Worship

The Places of Worship Belong to God Alone

One of the clear commandments in the Quran is to never associate any partners with God. [4:36] You shall worship GOD alone—do not associate anything with Him... وَاعْبُدُوا اللَّهَ وَلَا تُشْرِكُوا بِهِ شَيْئًا Sadly such a simple commandment is at odds with most people who self identify as Muslims. Proof of this is that in almost … Continue reading The Places of Worship Belong to God Alone

Drowned Out Voices

One of the criticisms that the Quran receives from people who are unaware is that it at times appears to jump between two unrelated topics, but upon further analysis by God's leave, we are able to understand the connection which was overlooked. An example of this is in the following passages. In the first set … Continue reading Drowned Out Voices