They Go Straight to Paradise [16:32] The angels terminate their lives in a state of righteousness, saying, "Peace be upon you. Enter Paradise (now) as a reward for your works."* *16:30-32 The righteous taste only the first death, which has been already experienced by all of us (see 44:56). At the end of their interim in this … Continue reading They Go Straight to Paradise (16:32)
The Believers Do Not Really Die (16:30 – 16:31)
The Believers Do Not Really Die* [16:30] As for the righteous, when they are asked, "What do you think of these revelations from your Lord," they say, "Good." For those who lead a righteous life, happiness, and the abode of the Hereafter is even better. What a blissful abode for the righteous. [16:31] The gardens … Continue reading The Believers Do Not Really Die (16:30 – 16:31)
Death for the Disbelievers (16:28 – 16:29)
Death for the Disbelievers [16:28] The angels put them to death in a state of wronging their souls. That is when they finally submit, and say, "We did not do anything wrong!" Yes indeed. GOD is fully aware of everything you have done. [16:29] Therefore, enter the gates of Hell, wherein you abide forever. What a miserable … Continue reading Death for the Disbelievers (16:28 – 16:29)
The Dead Prophets and Saints (16:20 – 16:27)
The Dead Prophets and Saints [16:20] As for the idols they set up beside GOD, they do not create anything; they themselves were created. [16:21] They are dead, not alive, and they have no idea how or when they will be resurrected. [16:22] Your god is one god. As for those who do not believe in … Continue reading The Dead Prophets and Saints (16:20 – 16:27)
God’s Blessings (16:7 – 16:19)
God's Blessings [16:7] And they carry your loads to lands that you could not reach without a great hardship. Surely, your Lord is Compassionate, Most Merciful. [16:8] And (He created) the horses, the mules, and the donkeys for you to ride, and for luxury. Additionally, He creates what you do not know. [16:9] GOD points out the paths, including … Continue reading God’s Blessings (16:7 – 16:19)
Sura 16, The Bee (Al-Nahl) 16:0 – 16:6
[16:0] In the Name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [16:1] GOD's command has already been issued (and everything has already been written), so do not rush it.* Be He glorified; the Most High, far above any idols they set up. *16:1 Everything is already recorded (57:22). See also Appendix 14. [16:2] He sends down the angels … Continue reading Sura 16, The Bee (Al-Nahl) 16:0 – 16:6
End of the World Unveiled (15:85 – 15:99)
End of the World Unveiled* [15:85] We did not create the heavens and the earth, and everything between them, except for a specific purpose. The end of the world will come, so treat them with benign neglect. *15:85-88 One of the functions of God's Messenger of the Covenant is to deliver the Quranic assertion that … Continue reading End of the World Unveiled (15:85 – 15:99)
Lot (15:61 – 15:84)
Lot [15:61] The messengers went to Lot's town. [15:62] He said, "You are unknown people." [15:63] They said, "We bring to you what they have been doubting. [15:64] "We bring to you the truth; we are truthful. [15:65] "You shall take your family during the night. Stay behind them, and make sure that none of … Continue reading Lot (15:61 – 15:84)
Angels Visit Abraham (15:51 – 15:60)
Angels Visit Abraham [15:51] Inform them about Abraham's guests. [15:52] When they entered his quarters, they said, "Peace." He said, "We are apprehensive about you." [15:53] They said, "Do not be apprehensive. We have good news for you: an enlightened son." [15:54] He said, "How can you give me such good news, when I am … Continue reading Angels Visit Abraham (15:51 – 15:60)
The Human Race – 15:26 – 15:50
5The Human Race [15:26] We created the human being from aged mud, like the potter's clay. [15:27] As for the jinns, we created them, before that, from blazing fire. [15:28] Your Lord said to the angels, "I am creating a human being from aged mud, like the potter's clay. [15:29] "Once I perfect him, and … Continue reading The Human Race – 15:26 – 15:50
