Quran Talk Blog

The King's Dream [12:43] The king said, "I saw seven fat cows being devoured by seven skinny cows, and seven green spikes (of wheat), and others shriveled. O my elders, advise me regarding my dream, if you know how to interpret the dreams." [12:44] They said, "Nonsense dreams. When it comes to the interpretation of dreams, … Continue reading The King’s Dream (12:43 – 12:45)

God Protects the Believers From Sin [12:23] The lady of the house where he lived tried to seduce him. She closed the doors and said, "I am all yours." He said, "May GOD protect me. He is my Lord, who gave me a good home.* The transgressors never succeed." *12:23 Joseph worded this statement in such a … Continue reading God Protects the Believers from Sin (12:23 – 12:42)

Joseph is Taken to Egypt [12:19] A caravan passed by, and soon sent their waterer. He let down his bucket, then said, "How lucky! There is a boy here!" They took him along as merchandise, and GOD was fully aware of what they did. [12:20] They sold him for a cheap price— a few Dirhams—for they did … Continue reading Joseph is Taken to Egypt (12:19 – 12:22)

Believers are Blessed with God's Assurances [12:15] When they went away with him, and unanimously decided to throw him into the abyss of the well, we inspired him: "Some day, you will tell them about all this, while they have no idea." [12:16] They came back to their father in the evening, weeping. [12:17] They … Continue reading Believers are Blessed with God’s Assurances (12:15 – 12:18)

Joseph's Fate Already Decided by God* [12:9] "Let us kill Joseph, or banish him, that you may get some attention from your father. Afterwards, you can be righteous people."* *12:9 We learn from Joseph's dream that he was destined for a bright future. Thus, while his brothers met to decide his fate, his fate was … Continue reading Joseph’s Fate Already Decided by God (12:9 – 12:14)

[12:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [12:1] A. L. R. These (letters) are proofs of this profound scripture.* *12:1 The Quranic initials constitute a major component of a great miracle (App. 1). [12:2] We have revealed it an Arabic Quran, that you may understand.* *12:2 Why was the Quran revealed in Arabic? See … Continue reading Sura 12, Joseph (Yousuf) (12:1 – 12:8)

Why Were We Created [11:118] Had your Lord willed, all the people would have been one congregation (of believers). But they will always dispute (the truth). [11:119] Only those blessed with mercy from your Lord (will not dispute the truth). This is why He created them. The judgment of your Lord has already been issued: "I will fill … Continue reading Why Were We Created 11:118-11:123

Three of the Five Prayers [11:114] You shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) at both ends of the day, and during the night. The righteous works wipe out the evil works. This is a reminder for those who would take heed. [11:115] You shall steadfastly persevere, for GOD never fails to recompense the righteous. [11:116] If only some of … Continue reading Three of the Five Prayers (11:114 – 11:117)

Following Our Parents Blindly A Great Human Tragedy [11:109] Do not have any doubt regarding what these people worship; they worship exactly as they found their parents worshiping. We will requite them their due share fully, without reduction. [11:110] We have given Moses the scripture, but it was disputed, and if it were not for … Continue reading Following Our Parents Blindly A Great Human Tragedy 11:109 – 11:113

Lessons to be Learned [11:100] This is news from the past communities that we narrate to you. Some are still standing, and some have vanished. [11:101] We never wronged them; they wronged their own souls. Their gods, whom they invoked beside GOD, could not help them in the least when the judgment of your Lord came. … Continue reading Lessons to be Learned 11:100 – 11:108