Quran Talk Blog

John [19:7] "O Zachariah, we give you good news; a boy whose name shall be John (Yahya). We never created anyone like him before." [19:8] He said, "My Lord, will I have a son despite my wife's sterility, and despite my old age?" [19:9] He said, "Thus said your Lord: 'It is easy for Me to … Continue reading John (19:7 – 19:15)

Zachariah [19:2] A narration about your Lord's mercy towards His servant Zachariah. [19:3] He called his Lord, a secret call. [19:4] He said, "My Lord, the bones have turned brittle in my body, and my hair is aflame with gray. As I implore You, my Lord, I never despair. [19:5] "I worry about my dependants … Continue reading Zachariah (19:2 – 19:6)

[19:0] In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful [19:1] K. H. Y. 'A. S.* (Kãf Hã Yã 'Ayn Sãd)  *19:1 This is the maximum number of Quranic Initials, because this sura deals with such crucial matters as the miraculous birth of John and the virgin birth of Jesus, and strongly condemns the gross blasphemy … Continue reading Sura 19 – Mary (Maryam)

The Quran: Everything We Need [18:109] Say, "If the ocean were ink for the words of my Lord, the ocean would run out, before the words of my Lord run out, even if we double the ink supply." [18:110] Say, "I am no more than a human like you, being inspired that your god is … Continue reading The Quran: Everything We Need (18:109 – 18:110)

Examine Yourself [18:103] Say, "Shall I tell you who the worst losers are? [18:104] "They are the ones whose works in this life are totally astray, but they think that they are doing good." [18:105] Such are the ones who disbelieved in the revelations of their Lord and in meeting Him. Therefore, their works are … Continue reading Examine Yourself (18:103 – 18:108)

Gog and Magog* [18:94] They said, "O Zul-Qarnain, Gog and Magog are corruptors of the earth. Can we pay you to create a barrier between us and them?" [18:95] He said, "My Lord has given me great bounties. If you cooperate with me, I will build a dam between you and them. [18:96] "Bring to … Continue reading Gog and Magog (18:94 – 18:102)

Zul-Qarnain: The One With the Two Horns or Two Generations [18:83] They ask you about Zul-Qarnain. Say, "I will narrate to you some of his history." [18:84] We granted him authority on earth, and provided him with all kinds of means. [18:85] Then, he pursued one way. [18:86] When he reached the far west, he … Continue reading Zul-Qarnain: The One With the Two Horns or Two Generations (18:83 – 18:93)

There is a Good Reason for Everything [18:78] He said, "Now we have to part company. But I will explain to you everything you could not stand. [18:79] "As for the ship, it belonged to poor fishermen, and I wanted to render it defective. There was a king coming after them, who was confiscating every … Continue reading There is a Good Reason for Everything (18:78 – 18:82)

Valuable Lessons from Moses and His Teacher [18:60] Moses said to his servant, "I will not rest until I reach the point where the two rivers meet, no matter how long it takes." [18:61] When they reached the point where they met, they forgot their fish, and it found its way back to the river, … Continue reading Valuable Lessons from Moses and His Teacher (18:60 – 18:77)

Divine Intervention [18:57] Who are more evil than those who are reminded of their Lord's proofs, then disregard them, without realizing what they are doing. Consequently, we place shields on their hearts to prevent them from understanding it (the Quran), and deafness in their ears. Thus, no matter what you do to guide them, they can … Continue reading Divine Intervention (18:57 – 18:59)