PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 71 – PART 1

“…They said, “Now you have come with the truth…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 71. A muslim must not only accept the truth but act on it also. In a Hadith found in Jami At Tirmidhi, number 1971, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, discussed the importance of truthfulness and avoidingContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 71 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSES 69-70 – PART 4 OF 4

“…And indeed we, if Allah wills, will be guided.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verses 69-70. Even though there is no doubt that the mercy of Allah, the Exalted, is infinite and can overcome all sins. And giving up hope in the infinite mercy of Allah, the Exalted, is defined as unbelief in chapter 12 Yusuf,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSES 69-70 – PART 4 OF 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 66 – PART 5 

“…and a lesson for those who fear Allah.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah,  verse 66. Fearing Allah, the Exalted, cannot be achieved without gaining and acting on Islamic knowledge so that one can fulfill the commands of Allah, the Exalted, refrain from His prohibitions and face destiny with patience according to the traditions of the HolyContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 66 – PART 5 ”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 64 – PART 3

“…And if not for the favor of Allah upon you and His mercy, you would have been among the losers.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 64. In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 1081, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised muslims how to gain blessings in their provision,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 64 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 64 – PART 2

“Then you turned away after that…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 64. 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 who have believed, be persistently standing firm in justice, witnesses for Allah, even if itContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 64 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 3

“…Take what We have given you with determination and remember what is in it that perhaps you may become righteous.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 63. A Hadith found in Imam Munzari’s, Awareness and Apprehension, number 30, advises that the Holy Quran will intercede on Judgment Day. Those who follow it during their lives onContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 2

“…Take what We have given you with determination…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 63. 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 their belief in Allah, the Exalted, andContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 1

“And [recall] when We took your covenant, [O Children of Israel, to abide by the Torah] and We raised over you the mount, [saying], “Take what We have given you with determination…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 63. In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 2749, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings beContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 63 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 62 – PART 10 OF 10

“…those [among them] who believed in Allah and the Last Day and did righteousness – will have their reward with their Lord, and no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 62. To conclude, this verse indicates the importance of supporting one’s internal belief with righteous actionsContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 62 – PART 10 OF 10”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 62 – PART 9

“…those [among them] who believed in Allah and the Last Day and did righteousness – will have their reward with their Lord, and no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 62. In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 159, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace andContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 62 – PART 9”