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 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 45 – PART 2

“And seek help through patience…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 45. In a Hadith found in Sahih Bukhari, number 1302, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advised that real patience is shown at the onset of a difficulty. It is important to understand that true patience is shown throughout a calamityContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 1

“And seek help through patience…” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 45. This beginning of this verse indicates the importance of patience. Faith can be split into two categories. One is fulfilling the commands of Allah, the Exalted, and the second is avoiding the prohibitions of Allah, the Exalted. Both of these halves cannot be fulfilledContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 45 – PART 1”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 44 – PART 2

“Do you order righteousness of the people and forget yourselves while you recite the Scripture? Then will you not reason?” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 44 In a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 259. The Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that the one who obtains religious knowledge inContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 44 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 4 OF 4

“…and bow with those who bow [in worship and obedience].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 43. The bowing which is mentioned at the end of this verse could also refer to the importance of companionship. It is important for muslims to accompany those who have submitted to the obedience of Allah, the Exalted, which isContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 4 OF 4”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 3

“…and bow with those who bow [in worship and obedience].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 43. The final part of this verse indicates the importance of offering the obligatory prayers with congregation usually at a Mosque. In fact, due to this verse and Hadiths of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him,Continue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 3”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 2

“…and give zakah…Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 43. The next thing mentioned in this verse is spending one’s wealth in ways which please Allah, the Exalted. This has been extensively discussed over eleven audio/video podcasts titled PodSeries: Charity, which are available via the following link: https://www.facebook.com/watch/108539593905598/579648195948389 But to sum up, this verse does not onlyContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 43 – PART 2”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 5 OF 5

“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. The one who obeys this verse will adopt true justice within their character. In a Hadith found in Sahih Muslim, number 4721, the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, advisedContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 5 OF 5”

PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 4

“And do not mix the truth with falsehood or conceal the truth while you know [it].” Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 42. The mentality discussed in this verse is linked to a Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 259. The Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, warned that the one whoContinue reading “PODTAFSEER: CHAPTER 2 – AL BAQARAH, VERSE 42 – PART 4”