PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 65 – PART 2

“And you had already known about those who transgressed among you concerning the Sabbath, and We said to them, “Be apes, despised.”” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 65. It is important to learn that no matter how much physical or social strength a person has a day will certainly come when they face the consequencesContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 65 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 65 – PART 1

“And you had already known about those who transgressed among you concerning the Sabbath, and We said to them, “Be apes, despised.”” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 65. Islam teaches muslims that they too should adopt this mentality and never compromise on their faith in order to gain something from the material world. Chapter 4Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 65 – PART 1”

PODEVENT: NO COMPROMISING ON FAITH

The next great event which will be discussed in this blog series highlights the important characteristic of not compromising on one’s faith. Chapter 12 Yusuf, verse 33: “He said, “My Lord, prison is more to my liking than that to which they invite me. And if You do not avert from me their plan, IContinue reading “PODEVENT: NO COMPROMISING ON FAITH”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 3

“But those who wronged changed [those words] to a statement other than that which had been said to them…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 59. It is important for muslims, especially in this day and age, to understand the difference between those who discuss certain topics which may be considered controversial in order to genuinelyContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 2

“But those who wronged changed [those words] to a statement other than that which had been said to them….” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 59. The wrong doers indicated in this verse applies to any disobedience to Allah, the Exalted, by failing to fulfill His commands, refrain from His prohibitions and face destiny with patience.Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 1

“But those who wronged changed [those words] to a statement other than that which had been said to them, so We sent down upon those who wronged a punishment [i.e., plague] from the sky because they were defiantly disobeying.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 59. This verse indicates the importance of not compromising on theContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 59 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 6 OF 6

“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 also reminds muslims that even though people may be able to escape punishment throughContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 6 OF 6”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 5

“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. It is important to learn that no matter how much physical or social strength a personContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 5”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 4

“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. Islam teaches muslims that they should never compromise on their faith in order to gain somethingContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 48 – PART 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 4 OF 4

“…And do not exchange My signs for a small price and fear [only] Me…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. The aspects of fearing Allah, the Exalted, have been discussed in great detail over six audio/video podcasts titled: Piety, and can be watched using the following link: https://www.facebook.com/watch/108539593905598/2520702294839873 A free eBook version has also beenContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 4 OF 4”