Quran Talk Blog

Abraham: Original Messenger of Islam* [22:78] You shall strive for the cause of GOD as you should strive for His cause. He has chosen you and has placed no hardship on you in practicing your religion—the religion of your father Abraham. He is the one who named you "Submitters" originally. Thus, the messenger shall serve as a … Continue reading Abraham: Original Messenger of Islam (22:78)

Can They Create a Fly? [22:73] O people, here is a parable that you must ponder carefully: the idols you set up beside GOD can never create a fly, even if they banded together to do so. Furthermore, if the fly steals anything from them, they cannot recover it; weak is the pursuer and the pursued. [22:74] … Continue reading Can They Create a Fly? (22:73 – 22:77)

Violence & Belligerence: Signs of Disbelief [22:72] When our revelations are recited to them, clearly, you recognize wickedness on the faces of those who disbelieve. They almost attack those who recite our revelations to them. Say, "Shall I inform you of something much worse? Hell is promised by GOD for those who disbelieve; what a miserable destiny."

God's Omnipotence [22:61] It is a fact that GOD merges the night into the day, and merges the day into the night, and that GOD is Hearer, Seer. [22:62] It is a fact that GOD is the Truth, while the setting up of any idols beside Him constitutes a falsehood, and that GOD is the Most High, the Supreme. [22:63] Do you not … Continue reading God’s Omnipotence (22:61 – 22:71)

Divine Help for the Oppressed [22:60] It is decreed that if one avenges an injustice that was inflicted upon him, equitably, then is persecuted because of this, GOD will surely support him. GOD is Pardoner, Forgiving.  [72:13] "'When we heard the guidance, we believed therein. Anyone who believes in his Lord will never fear any … Continue reading Divine Help for the Oppressed (22:60)

Striving in the Cause of God [22:58] Those who emigrate for the sake of GOD, then get killed, or die, GOD will surely shower them with good provisions. GOD is certainly the best Provider. [22:59] Most assuredly, He will admit them an admittance that will please them. GOD is Omniscient, Clement.  

Satan's Temporary Kingship [22:56] All sovereignty on that day belongs to GOD, and He will judge among them. As for those who believe and lead a righteous life, they have deserved the gardens of bliss.   [22:57] While those who disbelieved and rejected our revelations have incurred a shameful retribution. Striving in the Cause of … Continue reading Satan’s Temporary Kingship (22:56 – 22:58)

The Hypocrites Drop Out [22:53] He thus sets up the devil's scheme as a test for those who harbor doubts in their hearts, and those whose hearts are hardened. The wicked must remain with the opposition. [22:54] Those who are blessed with knowledge will recognize the truth from your Lord, then believe in it, and … Continue reading The Hypocrites Drop Out (22:53 – 22:55)

The System* [22:52] We did not send before you any messenger, nor a prophet, without having the devil interfere in his wishes. GOD then nullifies what the devil has done. GOD perfects His revelations. GOD is Omniscient, Most Wise.* *22:52 Throughout this worldly test, Satan is allowed to present his point of view (we are born with a representative of Satan … Continue reading The System (22:52)

God's Messenger of the Covenant [22:49] Say, "O people, I have been sent to you as a profound warner."* [22:50] Those who believe and lead a righteous life have deserved forgiveness and a generous recompense. [22:51] As for those who strive to challenge our revelations, they incur Hell. *22:49 This command is directed specifically to … Continue reading God’s Messenger of the Covenant (22:49 – 22:51)