Most Believers are Destined for Hell* [23:84] Say, "To whom belongs the earth and everyone on it, if you know?" [23:85] They will say, "To GOD." Say, "Why then do you not take heed?" [23:86] Say, "Who is the Lord of the seven universes; the Lord of the great dominion?" [23:87] They will say, "GOD." Say, … Continue reading Most Believers are Destined for Hell* (23:84 – 23:96)
The Disbelievers Unappreciative (23:62 – 23:83)
The Disbelievers Unappreciative [23:62] We never burden any soul beyond its means, and we keep a record that utters the truth. No one will suffer injustice. [23:63] Because their minds are oblivious to this, they commit works that do not conform with this; their works are evil. [23:64] Then, when we requite their leaders … Continue reading The Disbelievers Unappreciative (23:62 – 23:83)
One God/One Religion (23:51 – 23:61)
One God/One Religion [23:51] O you messengers, eat from the good provisions, and work righteousness. I am fully aware of everything you do. [23:52] Such is your congregation—one congregation—and I am your Lord; you shall reverence Me. [23:53] But they tore themselves into disputing factions; each party happy with what they have. [23:54] Therefore, just … Continue reading One God/One Religion (23:51 – 23:61)
Moses and Aaron (23:45 – 23:50)
Moses and Aaron [23:45] Then we sent Moses and his brother Aaron with our revelations and a profound proof. [23:46] To Pharaoh and his elders, but they turned arrogant. They were oppressive people. [23:47] They said, "Shall we believe for two men whose people are our slaves?" [23:48] They rejected the two, and consequently, they … Continue reading Moses and Aaron (23:45 – 23:50)
Noah (23:23 – 23:44)
Noah [23:23] We sent Noah to his people, saying, "O my people, worship GOD. You have no other god beside Him. Would you not be righteous?" [23:24] The leaders who disbelieved among his people said, "This is no more than a human like you, who wants to gain prominence among you. Had GOD willed, He could have sent … Continue reading Noah (23:23 – 23:44)
Innumerable Blessings From God (23:18 – 23:22)
Innumerable Blessings From God [23:18] We send down from the sky water, in exact measure, then we store it in the ground. Certainly, we can let it escape. [23:19] With it, we produce for you orchards of date palms, grapes, all kinds of fruits, and various foods. [23:20] Also, a tree native to Sinai produces … Continue reading Innumerable Blessings From God (23:18 – 23:22)
The Seven Universes (23:17)
The Seven Universes [23:17] We created above you seven universes in layers, and we are never unaware of a single creature in them.
Accurate Embryology (23:12 – 23:16)
Accurate Embryology [23:12] We created the human being from a certain kind of mud. [23:13] Subsequently, we reproduced him from a tiny drop, that is placed into a well protected repository. [23:14] Then we developed the drop into a hanging (embryo), then developed the hanging (embryo) into a bite-size (fetus), then created the bite-size (fetus) into bones, then covered the bones … Continue reading Accurate Embryology (23:12 – 23:16)
Sura 23: The Believers (Al-Mu’minûn) (23:00 – 23:11)
[23:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [23:1] Successful indeed are the believers; [23:2] who are reverent during their Contact Prayers (Salat). [23:3] And they avoid vain talk. [23:4] And they give their obligatory charity (Zakat). [23:5] And they maintain their chastity. [23:6] Only with their spouses, or those who are rightfully theirs, do … Continue reading Sura 23: The Believers (Al-Mu’minûn) (23:00 – 23:11)
Abraham: Original Messenger of Islam (22:78)
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)
