PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 3

“And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, nor will intercession be accepted from it…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 48. Even though intercession will not be accepted by Allah, the Exalted, on behalf of non-muslims it will be accepted for muslims after Allah, the Exalted, grants permission. ThisContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 2

“And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, nor will intercession be accepted from it, nor will compensation be taken from it, nor will they be aided.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 48. A Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 6853, warns that one’s lineage will not benefit themContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 1

“And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, nor will intercession be accepted from it, nor will compensation be taken from it, nor will they be aided.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 48. This verse is connected to another found in chapter 80 Abasa, verses 34-37: “On the DayContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 47 – PART 2 OF 2

“O Children of Israel, remember My favor that I have bestowed upon you and that I preferred you over the worlds [i.e., peoples].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 47. This verse also reminds muslims of the uncountable blessings Allah, the Exalted, has granted people. Remembering this is an excellent way of increasing one’s patience inContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 47 – PART 2 OF 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 47 – PART 1

“O Children of Israel, remember My favor that I have bestowed upon you and that I preferred you over the worlds [i.e., peoples].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 47. If muslims desire to escape divine punishment in both worlds they must practically fear Allah, the Exalted, by fulfilling His commands, refraining from His prohibitions andContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 47 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 3 OF 3

“Who are certain that they will meet their Lord and that they will return to Him.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 46. An important aspect of the Day of Judgment is the Scales which will be used to weigh a person’s deeds; good and bad. This great event has been discussed throughout the Holy QuranContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 3 OF 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 2

“Who are certain that they will meet their Lord…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 46. The previous blog was discussing the first aspect of this verse namely, certainty of faith. Allah, the Exalted, did not only declare a truth in the Holy Quran but He also provided evidence for it through examples. Examples which canContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 1

“Who are certain that they will meet their Lord…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 46. It is vital for muslims to gain and act on Islamic knowledge so that they strengthen their faith. Certainty of faith allows a muslim to truly recognize the truthfulness of Islam.  It affects every organ of the body including one’sContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 46 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 5 OF 5

“And seek help through patience and prayer; and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 45. Those who are patient do so as they firmly believe in their lack of power and control and the complete and infinite power and control of Allah, the Exalted. ThisContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 5 OF 5”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 4

“And seek help through patience and prayer; and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 45. In order to fully understand humility it is important to understand its opposite namely, pride. In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 265, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace andContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 4”