Quran Talk Blog

In Sura 9, verse 4 of the Quran, we read the following verse: إِلَّا الَّذينَ عاهَدتُم مِنَ المُشرِكينَ ثُمَّ لَم يَنقُصوكُم شَيئًا وَلَم يُظاهِروا عَلَيكُم أَحَدًا فَأَتِمّوا إِلَيهِم عَهدَهُم إِلىٰ مُدَّتِهِم ۚ إِنَّ اللَّهَ يُحِبُّ المُتَّقينَ The literal word-for-word breakdown of this verse is the following: All modern-day Qurans will have the 8th word in … Continue reading Sura 9 verse 4: يَنقُصوكُم or يَنْقُضُوكُمْ

Pharaoh's Arrogance [28:36] When Moses went to them with our proofs, clear and profound, they said, "This is fabricated magic. We have never heard of this from our ancient ancestors." [28:37] Moses said, "My Lord knows best who brought the guidance from Him, and who will be the ultimate victors. Surely, the transgressors never succeed." [28:38] Pharaoh … Continue reading Pharaoh’s Arrogance (28:36 – 28:42)

Moses Appointed [28:30] When he reached it, he was called from the edge of the right side of the valley, in the blessed spot where the burning bush was located: "O Moses, this is Me. GOD; Lord of the universe. [28:31] "Throw down your staff." When he saw it moving like a demon, he turned around and … Continue reading Moses Appointed (28:30 – 28:35)

Back to Egypt [28:29] When he had fulfilled his obligation, he traveled with his family (towards Egypt). He saw from the slope of Mount Sinai a fire. He said to his family, "Stay here. I have seen a fire. Maybe I can bring to you news, or a portion of the fire to warm you."

Moses Marries [28:26] One of the two women said, "O my father, hire him. He is the best one to hire, for he is strong and honest." [28:27] He said, "I wish to offer one of my two daughters for you to marry, in return for working for me for eight pilgrimages; if you make them … Continue reading Moses Marries (28:26 – 28:28)

In Midyan [28:22] As he traveled towards Midyan, he said, "May my Lord guide me in the right path." [28:23] When he reached Midyan's water, he found a crowd of people watering, and noticed two women waiting on the side. He said, "What is it that you need?" They said, "We are not able to water, … Continue reading In Midyan (28:22 – 28:25)

Moses' Crime Exposed [28:19] Before he attempted to strike their common enemy, he said, "O Moses, do you want to kill me, as you killed the other man yesterday? Obviously, you wish to be a tyrant on earth; you do not wish to be righteous." [28:20] A man came running from the other side of … Continue reading Moses’ Crime Exposed (28:19 – 28:21)

Moses Commits Manslaughter [28:15] Once he entered the city unexpectedly, without being recognized by the people. He found two men fighting; one was (a Hebrew) from his people, and the other was (an Egyptian) from his enemies. The one from his people called on him for help against his enemy. Moses punched him, killing him. … Continue reading Moses Commits Manslaughter (28:15-28:18)

The Infant Returned to His Mother [28:12] We forbade him from accepting all the nursing mothers. (His sister) then said, "I can show you a family that can raise him for you, and take good care of him." [28:13] Thus, we restored him to his mother, in order to please her, remove her worries, and … Continue reading The Infant Returned to His Mother (28:12-28:14)

Inside the Lion's Den [28:9] Pharaoh's wife said, "This can be a joyous find for me and you. Do not kill him, for he may be of some benefit for us, or we may adopt him to be our son." They had no idea. [28:10] The mind of Moses' mother was growing so anxious that … Continue reading Inside the Lion’s Den (28:9 – 28:10)