PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 1

“And believe in what I have sent down…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 41. Some people claim that their belief and obedience to their God is in their heart and they therefore do not need to demonstrate it practically. Unfortunately, this foolish mentality has infected many muslims who believe they possess a pure faithful heartContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 41 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 8 OF 8

“…and be afraid of [only] Me.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. 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 But to sum up, piety cannot be achieved without gaining and acting on Islamic knowledgeContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 8 OF 8”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 7

“…and fulfill My covenant [upon you] that I will fulfill your covenant [from Me], and be afraid of [only] Me.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. Islam teaches muslims that they should never compromise on their faith in order to gain something from the material world. Chapter 4 An Nisa, verse 135: “O you whoContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 7”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 6

“…and fulfill My covenant [upon you] that I will fulfill your covenant [from Me]…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 2749, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned muslims not to adopt two characteristics of hypocrisy which are linked to this verse. TheContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 6”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 5

“…and fulfill My covenant [upon you] that I will fulfill your covenant [from Me]…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 159, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, gave a short but far reaching piece of advice. He advised people to sincerely declare theirContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 5”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 4

“…and fulfill My covenant [upon you] that I will fulfill your covenant [from Me]…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. This verse means that if one sincerely fulfils their Islamic duties then Allah, the Exalted, will help them in both worlds. It is strange how countless people desire the help of Allah, the Exalted, yetContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 3

“O Children of Israel, remember My favor which I have bestowed upon…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. Often when muslims receive blessings especially, beyond their need it distracts them from the hereafter and instead focuses their minds on this material world. So in this respect, the wisdom behind a difficulty is to refocus aContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 2

“O Children of Israel, remember My favor which I have bestowed upon…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1954, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that whoever is not grateful to people cannot be grateful to Allah, the Exalted. Even thoughContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 1

“O Children of Israel, remember My favor which I have bestowed upon you…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 40. 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, face destiny with patience and adopt true gratitude. Chapter 4 AnContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 40 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 39 – PART 3 OF 3

“And those who disbelieve and deny Our signs – those will be companions of the Fire…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 39. In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 2559, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that Paradise is surrounded by hardships and Hell is surrounded by desires.Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 39 – PART 3 OF 3”