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Chapter 2: The Cow

Section 1: Introduction

Verse 1 Alif-Lam-Meem. (These are the unique Arabic letters. Only Allah and those to whom He reveals understand their precise meanings.)

Verse 2 This is the divine Book, free from any doubt, providing guidance for the righteous.

Verse 3 These are the believers who have faith without seeing the unseen, establish their prayers, and give in charity from the blessings We have granted them.

Verse 4 They also believe in this Qur’an revealed to you, O beloved Prophet (Mohammed – peace and blessings be upon him), and in the scriptures sent before you. They are certain about the Hereafter.

Verse 5 These are the ones who follow the guidance from their Lord, and they are the ones who will prosper.

Verse 6 As for those who disbelieve, whether you warn them or not, it makes no difference; they will not believe. Their hearts are sealed.

Verse 7 Allah has sealed their hearts, ears, and eyes, and they will face a severe punishment.

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Verse 8 Among the people are those who say, “We believe in Allah and the Last Day,” but they are not true believers. They seek to deceive Allah and the believers, but they only deceive themselves and lack understanding.

Verse 9 In their hearts is a disease, and Allah increases their disease. They will suffer a painful punishment for their lies.

Verse 10 When told, “Do not cause corruption on the earth,” they say, “We are peacemakers.” They are the ones causing mischief, but they fail to realize it.

Verse 11 When they are told to believe like the believers, they say, “Should we believe like the foolish?” They are the foolish ones, yet they remain ignorant.

Verse 12 When with the believers, they pretend to believe, but when alone with their devils, they admit, “We are with you; we were only mocking.”

Verse 13 Allah mocks them, letting them wander blindly in their rebelliousness.

Verse 14 These are the people who exchanged guidance for error. Their trade did not benefit them, and they did not comprehend.

Verse 17 Their situation is like that of someone who starts a fire, and when it illuminates the surroundings, Allah takes away their light, leaving them in darkness, unable to see.

Verse 18 They are deaf, dumb, and blind, and they will not return to guidance.

Verse 19 They are like those caught in a storm with darkness, thunder, and lightning. They cover their ears due to the loud thunderclaps, fearing death. Allah encompasses the disbelievers.

Verse 20 They act as if the lightning might take away their sight. When it flashes, they move, and when it darkens, they stand still. If Allah willed, He could take away their hearing and sight. Allah is capable of all things.

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Verse 21 O humanity! Worship your Lord, the One who created you and those before you, so that you may attain piety.

Verse 22 He has made the earth a place of rest for you and the sky a shelter, and He sends down water from the sky to produce fruits for your sustenance. Do not knowingly set up rivals to Allah.

Verse 23 If you doubt what We have revealed to Our chosen servant (Prophet Muhammad – peace be upon him), then produce a single chapter like it and call upon all your supporters besides Allah if you are truthful.

Verse 24 If you cannot produce even a single chapter (like the Quran) – and you never will – then beware of the fire whose fuel is people and stones, prepared for the disbelievers.

Verse 25 Give glad tidings to those who believe and do good deeds, for they will have Gardens beneath which rivers flow. When they are given fruits from these Gardens, they will say, “This is the same provision we were given before,” though it will be in resemblance. In these Gardens, there will be pure companions for them, and they will abide there forever.

Verse 26 Allah does not hesitate to provide examples, whether of a tiny insect like a gnat or something even smaller. Believers recognize these examples as the truth from their Lord, while disbelievers question their purpose. Through these examples, Allah guides many and misleads many, but only those who are rebellious are truly led astray.

Verse 27 Those who break the covenant with Allah after confirming it, and sever what Allah has ordered to be joined, and spread turmoil in the land – they are the ones who will be in loss.

Verse 28 What has made you disbelieve in Allah? Even though you were lifeless, He gave you life, and then He will cause you to die, and then He will bring you back to life. Ultimately, you will all return to Him.

Verse 29 He is the One who created everything on the earth for you. Then He turned to the sky and fashioned it into seven heavens. He knows all things.

Section 5: The Story of Adam and His Fall

Verse 30 And when your Lord said to the angels, “I am placing a successor on the earth,” they questioned, “Will You place upon it one who will spread corruption and shed blood, while we declare Your praise and sanctify You?” Allah responded, “I know that which you do not know.”

Verse 31 And Allah taught Adam the names – all of them. Then He presented them to the angels and said, “Inform Me of the names of these, if you are truthful.”

Verse 32 The angels replied, “Glory be to You! We have knowledge only of what You have taught us. Surely, You are the All-Knowing, the Wise.”

Verse 33 Allah said, “O Adam, inform them of their names.” And when Adam had informed them of their names, Allah said, “Did I not tell you that I know the unseen aspects of the heavens and the earth, and I know what you reveal and what you conceal?”

Verse 34 And recall when We commanded the angels, “Prostrate before Adam”; so they all prostrated, except for Iblis (Satan), who refused and acted arrogantly, becoming a disbeliever.

Verse 35 And We said, “O Adam, dwell, you and your wife, in Paradise and eat from it in abundance wherever you will, but do not approach this tree, lest you become wrongdoers.”

Verse 36 But Satan caused them to slip and brought them out from their state of bliss. And We said, “Go down, some of you being enemies to others. On the earth will be a dwelling place and means of livelihood for a time.”

Verse 37 Then Adam received certain words from his Lord, and He accepted his repentance. Indeed, Allah is the Most-Relenting, Most-Merciful. (See Verse 7:23)

Verse 38 We said, “Descend from Paradise, all of you. Yet, when guidance comes to you from Me, whoever follows My guidance will neither go astray nor suffer.”

Verse 39 But those who disbelieve and reject Our signs will be the inhabitants of the Fire, where they will remain eternally.

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Verse 40 O Children of Israel, remember the favor I bestowed upon you, and fulfill your covenant with Me, I shall fulfill My covenant with you, and fear only Me.

Verse 41 And believe in what I have sent down, confirming that which is with you, and do not be the first to deny it. Do not exchange My revelations for a petty gain, and be conscious of Me.

Verse 42 Do not mix truth with falsehood, nor conceal the truth while you know it.

Verse 43 And establish the prayer, give the charity, and bow with those who bow.

Verse 44 Do you command righteousness of others and forget yourselves, while you recite the Scripture? Do you not use reason?

Verse 45 Seek help through patience and prayer, and it is indeed a difficult thing except for the humble

Verse 46 Those who are certain that they will meet their Lord and that they will return to Him.

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Verse 47 O Children of Israel, remember the favor I bestowed upon you, and that I preferred you over all nations.

Verse 48 And beware of a Day when no soul will avail another, nor will intercession be accepted from it, nor will compensation be taken from it, nor will they be helped.

Verse 49 And remember when We saved you from the people of Pharaoh. They were afflicting you with a terrible torment, killing your sons and sparing your women. And in that was a great trial from your Lord.

Verse 50 And when We parted the sea for you, rescuing you and drowning Pharaoh’s people before your very eyes.

Verse 51 And when We made an appointment with Moses for forty nights, and then you took the calf after him and you were wrongdoers.

Verse 52 Then, after that, We pardoned you so that you might be grateful.

Verse 53 And when We gave Moses the Scripture and criterion that you might be guided.

Verse 54 And when Moses said to his people, “O my people, you have wronged yourselves by taking the calf. So repent to your Creator and kill yourselves. That is best for you in the sight of your Creator.” Then He accepted your repentance; indeed, He is the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.

Verse 55 And when you said, “O Moses, we will never believe you until we see Allah outright,” the thunderbolt seized you while you were looking on.

Verse 56 Then We revived you after your death that you might be grateful.

Verse 57 And We shaded you with clouds and sent down to you manna and quails, [saying], “Eat from the good things with which We have provided you.” And they wronged Us not – but they were [only] wronging themselves.

Verse 58 And when We said, “Enter this city and eat from it wherever you will in [ease and] abundance, and enter the gate bowing humbly and say, ‘Relieve us of our burdens.’ We will [then] forgive your sins for you, and We will increase the doers of good [in goodness and reward].”

Verse 59 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 from the sky because they were defiantly disobeying.

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Verse 60 And when Moses prayed for water for his people, We said, “Strike with your staff the stone.” And there gushed forth from it twelve springs, and every people knew its watering place. “Eat and drink from the provision of Allah, and do not commit abuse on the earth, spreading corruption.”

Verse 61 And [recall] when you said, “O Moses, we can never endure one [kind of] food. So call upon your Lord to bring forth for us from the earth its green herbs and its cucumbers and its garlic and its lentils and its onions.” [Moses] said, “Would you exchange what is better for what is less? Go into [any] settlement and indeed, you will have what you have asked.” And they were covered with humiliation and poverty and returned with anger from Allah [upon them]. That was because they [repeatedly] disbelieved in the signs of Allah and killed the prophets without right. That was because they disobeyed and were [habitually] transgressing.

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Verse 62 Indeed, those who believed and those who were Jews or Christians or Sabeans [before Prophet Muhammad] – 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.

Verse 63 And [recall] when We took the covenant from you and raised over you the mount, [saying], “Take what We have given you with determination and listen.” They said [instead], “We hear and disobey.” And their hearts absorbed [the worship of] the calf because of their disbelief. Say, “How wretched is that which your faith enjoins upon you, if you should be believers.”

Verse 64 Say, [O Muhammad], “If you should be believers, then why do you not await for Allah to impose upon you a penalty or to confer upon you mercy?” But they have not increased except in aversion.

Verse 65 And 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 and listen.” They said [instead], “We hear and disobey.” And [worship of] the calf was made to sink into their hearts because of their disbelief. Say, “How wretched is that which your faith enjoins upon you, if you should be believers.”

Verse 66 Say, [O Muhammad], “If you should be believers, then why do you kill the prophets of Allah before, if you are [indeed] believers?”

Verse 67 And [recall] when Moses said to his people, “Indeed, Allah commands you to slaughter a cow.” They said, “Do you take us in ridicule?” He said, “I seek refuge in Allah from being among the ignorant.”

Verse 68 They said, “Call upon your Lord to make clear to us what it is.” [Moses] said, “[Allah] says, ‘It is a cow which is neither old nor virgin, but median between that,’ so do what you are commanded.”

Verse 69 They said, “Call upon your Lord to show us what is her color.” He said, “He says, ‘It is a yellow cow, bright in color – pleasing to the observers.'”

Verse 70 They said, “Call upon your Lord to make clear to us what it is. Indeed, [all] cows look alike to us. And indeed we, if Allah wills, will be guided.”

Verse 71 [Moses] said, “He says, ‘It is a cow neither trained to plow the earth nor to irrigate the field, one free from fault with no spot upon her.'” They said, “Now you have come with the truth.” So they slaughtered her, but they could hardly do it.

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Verse 72 And [recall] when you slew a man and disputed over it, but Allah was to bring out that which you were concealing.

Verse 73 So We said, “Strike the slain man with part of it.” Thus does Allah bring the dead to life, and He shows you His signs that you might reason.

Verse 74 Then your hearts became hardened after that, being like stones or even harder. For indeed, there are stones from which rivers burst forth, and there are some of them that split open and water comes out, and there are some of them that fall down for fear of Allah. And Allah is not unaware of what you do.

Verse 75 Do you covet [the hope, O believers], that they would believe for you while a party of them used to hear the words of Allah and then distort the Torah after they had understood it while they were knowing?

Verse 76 And when they meet those who believe, they say, “We believe”; but when they are alone with their evil ones, they say, “Indeed, we are with you; we were only mockers.”

Verse 77 Do they not know that Allah knows what they conceal and what they declare?

Verse 78 And among them are unlettered ones who do not know the Scripture except in wishful thinking, but they are only assuming.

Verse 79 So woe to those who write the “scripture” with their own hands, then say, “This is from Allah,” in order to exchange it for a small price. Woe to them for what their hands have written and woe to them for what they earn.

Verse 80 And they say, “The Fire will not touch us except for a few days.” Say, “Have you taken a covenant with Allah? For Allah will never break His covenant. Or do you say about Allah that which you do not know?”

Verse 81 Yes, [on the contrary], whoever earns evil and his sin has encompassed him – those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide therein eternally.

Verse 82 But they who believe and do righteous deeds – those are the companions of Paradise; they will abide therein eternally.

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Verse 83 And [recall] when We took the covenant from the Children of Israel, [enjoining upon them], “Do not worship except Allah; and to parents do good and to relatives, orphans, and the needy. And speak to people good [words] and establish prayer and give zakah.” Then you turned away, except a few of you, and you were refusing.

Verse 84 And [recall] when We took the covenant from you, [enjoining], “Do not shed each other’s blood or evict one another from your homes.” Then you acknowledged [this] while you were witnessing.

Verse 85 Then, you are those [same ones who are] killing one another and evicting a party of your people from their homes, cooperating against them in sin and aggression. And if they come to you as captives, you ransom them, although their eviction was forbidden to you. So do you believe in part of the Scripture and disbelieve in part? Then what is the recompense for those who do that among you except disgrace in worldly life; and on the Day of Resurrection they will be sent back to the severest of punishment. And Allah is not unaware of what you do.

Verse 86 Those are the ones who have bought the life of this world [in exchange] for the Hereafter, so the punishment will not be lightened for them, nor will they be aided.

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Verse 87 And We did certainly give Moses the Scripture and followed up after him with messengers. And We gave Jesus, the son of Mary, clear proofs and supported him with the Pure Spirit. But is it [not] that every time a messenger came to you, [O Children of Israel], with what your souls did not desire, you were arrogant? And a party [of messengers] you denied and another party you killed.

Verse 88 And they say, “Our hearts are wrapped.” But, [in fact], Allah has cursed them for their disbelief, so little is it that they believe.

Verse 89 And when there came to them a Book from Allah confirming that which was with them – although before they used to pray for victory against those who disbelieved – but [then] when there came to them that which they recognized, they disbelieved in it; so the curse of Allah will be upon the disbelievers.

Verse 90 How wretched is that for which they sold themselves – that they would disbelieve in what Allah has revealed through [their] outrage that Allah would send down His favor upon whom He wills from among His servants. So they returned having [earned] wrath upon wrath. And for the disbelievers is a humiliating punishment.

Verse 91 And when it is said to them, “Believe in what Allah has revealed,” they say, “We believe [only] in what was revealed to us.” And they disbelieve in what came after it, while it is the truth confirming that which is with them. Say, “Then why did you kill the prophets of Allah before, if you are [indeed] believers?”

Verse 92 And Moses had certainly brought you clear proofs. Then you took the calf in worship after that, while you were wrongdoers.

Verse 93 And [recall] when We took the covenant from you and raised over you the mount, [saying], “Take what We have given you with determination and listen.” They said [instead], “We hear and disobey.” And their hearts absorbed [the worship of] the calf because of their disbelief. Say, “How wretched is that which your faith enjoins upon you, if you should be believers.”

Verse 94 Say, [O Muhammad], “If the home of the Hereafter with Allah is for you alone and not the [other] people, then wish for death, if you should be truthful.”

Verse 95 But they will never wish for it, ever, because of what their hands have put forth. And Allah is Knowing of the wrongdoers.

Verse 96 And you will surely find them the most greedy of people for life – [even] more than those who associate others with Allah. One of them wishes that he could be granted life a thousand years, but it would not remove him in the least from the [coming] punishment that he should be granted life. And Allah is Seeing of what they do.

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Verse 97 Say, “Whoever is an enemy to Gabriel – it is [none but] he who has brought the Qur’an down upon your heart, [O Muhammad], by permission of Allah, confirming that which was before it and as guidance and good tidings for the believers.”

Verse 98 Whoever is an enemy to Allah and His angels and His messengers and Gabriel and Michael – then indeed, Allah is an enemy to the disbelievers.

Verse 99 And We have certainly revealed to you verses [which are] clear proofs, and no one would deny them except the defiantly disobedient.

Verse 100 So is it other than the religion of Allah they desire, while to Him have submitted [all] those within the heavens and earth, willingly or by compulsion, and to Him they will be returned?

Verse 101 Say, “Then produce the Torah, if you should be truthful.”

Verse 102 And they followed [instead] what the devils had recited during the reign of Solomon. It was not Solomon who disbelieved, but the devils disbelieved, teaching people magic and that which was revealed to the two angels at Babylon, Harut and Marut. But the two angels do not teach anyone unless they say, “We are a trial, so do not disbelieve [by practicing magic].” And [yet] they learn from them that by which they cause separation between a man and his wife. But they do not harm anyone through it except by permission of Allah. And the people learn what harms them and does not benefit them. But the Children of Israel certainly knew that whoever purchased the magic would not have in the Hereafter any share. And wretched is that for which they sold themselves, if they only knew.

Verse 103 And if they had believed and feared Allah, then the reward from Allah would have been [far] better, if they only knew.

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Verse 104 O you who have believed, say not [to Allah’s Messenger], “Ra’ina” but say, “Unzurna” and listen. And for the disbelievers is a painful punishment.

Verse 105 Neither those who disbelieve from the People of the Scripture nor the polytheists wish that any good should be sent down to you from your Lord. But Allah selects for His mercy whom He wills, and Allah is the possessor of great bounty.

Verse 106 We do not abrogate a verse or cause it to be forgotten except that We bring forth [one] better than it or similar to it. Do you not know that Allah is over all things competent?

Verse 107 Do you not know that to Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and [that] you have not besides Allah any protector or any helper?

Verse 108 Or do you intend to ask your Messenger as Moses was asked before? And whoever exchanges faith for disbelief has certainly strayed from the soundness of the way.

Verse 109 Many of the People of the Scripture wish they could turn you back to disbelief after you have believed, out of envy from themselves [even] after the truth has become clear to them. So pardon and overlook until Allah delivers His command. Indeed, Allah is over all things competent.

Verse 110 And establish prayer and give zakah, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah. Indeed, Allah of what you do, is Seeing.

Verse 111 And they say, “None will enter Paradise except one who is a Jew or a Christian.” That is [merely] their wishful thinking, Say, “Produce your proof, if you should be truthful.”

Verse 112 Yes, [on the contrary], whoever submits his face in Islam to Allah while being a doer of good will have his reward with his Lord. And no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.

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Verse 113 And the Jews say, “The Christians have nothing [true] to stand on,” and the Christians say, “The Jews have nothing to stand on,” although they [both] recite the Scripture. Thus the polytheists speak the same as their words. But Allah will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection concerning that over which they used to differ.

Verse 114 And who are more unjust than those who prevent the name of Allah from being mentioned in His mosques and strive toward their destruction. It is not for them to enter them except in fear. For them in this world is disgrace, and they will have in the Hereafter a great punishment.

Verse 115 And to Allah belongs the east and the west. So wherever you [might] turn, there is the Face of Allah. Indeed, Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.

Verse 116 They say, “Allah has taken a son.” Exalted is He! Rather, to Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and the earth. All are devoutly obedient to Him,

Verse 117 Originator of the heavens and the earth. When He decrees a matter, He only says to it, “Be,” and it is.

Verse 118 And those who do not know say, “Why does Allah not speak to us or there come to us a sign?” Thus spoke those before them like their words. Their hearts resemble each other. We have shown clearly the signs to a people who are certain [in faith].

Verse 119 Indeed, We have sent you, [O Muhammad], with the truth as a bringer of good tidings and a warner, and you will not be asked about the companions of Hellfire.

Verse 120 And never will the Jews and the Christians approve of you until you follow their religion. Say, “Indeed, the guidance of Allah is the [only] guidance.” If you were to follow their desires after what has come to you of knowledge, you would have against Allah no protector or helper.

Verse 121 Those to whom We have given the Book recite it with its true recital. They [are the ones who] believe in it. And whoever disbelieves in it – it is they who are the losers.

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Verse 122 O Children of Israel, remember My favor which I have bestowed upon you and that I preferred you over the worlds.

Verse 123 And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, and no compensation will be accepted from it, nor will any intercession benefit it, nor will they be aided.

Verse 124 And [mention] when Abraham was tried by his Lord with commands and he fulfilled them. [ Allah ] said, “Indeed, I will make you a leader for the people.” [Abraham] said, “And of my descendants?” [ Allah ] said, “My covenant does not include the wrongdoers.”

Verse 125 And [mention] when We made the House a place of return for the people and [a place of] security. And take, [O believers], from the standing place of Abraham a place of prayer. And We charged Abraham and Ishmael, [saying], “Purify My House for those who perform Tawaf and those who are staying [there] for worship and those who bow and prostrate [in prayer].”

Verse 126 And [mention] when Abraham said, “My Lord, make this a secure city and provide its people with fruits – whoever of them believes in Allah and the Last Day.” [ Allah ] said. “And whoever disbelieves – I will grant him enjoyment for a little; then I will force him to the punishment of the Fire, and wretched is the destination.”

Verse 127 And [mention] when Abraham was raising the foundations of the House and [with him] Ishmael, [saying], “Our Lord, accept [this] from us. Indeed You are the Hearing, the Knowing.

Verse 128 Our Lord, and make us Muslims [in submission] to You and from our descendants a Muslim [in submission] nation to You. And show us our ways of worship, and turn towards us. Indeed, You are the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.

Verse 129 Our Lord, and send among them a messenger from themselves who will recite to them Your verses and teach them the Book and wisdom and purify them. Indeed, You are the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”

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Verse 130 And who would be averse to the religion of Abraham except one who makes a fool of himself. And We had chosen him in this world, and indeed he, in the Hereafter, will be among the righteous.

Verse 131 When his Lord said to him, “Submit”, he said “I have submitted [in Islam] to the Lord of the worlds.”

Verse 132 And Abraham instructed his sons [to do the same] and [so did] Jacob, [saying], “O my sons, indeed Allah has chosen for you this religion, so do not die except while you are Muslims.”

Verse 133 Or were you witnesses when death approached Jacob, when he said to his sons, “What will you worship after me?” They said, “We will worship your God and the God of your fathers, Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac – one God. And we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.”

Verse 134 That was a nation which has passed on. It will have [the consequence of] what it earned, and you will have what you have earned. And you will not be asked about what they used to do.

Verse 135 But they say, “Be Jews or Christians, [so] you will be guided.” Say, “Rather, [we follow] the religion of Abraham, inclining toward truth, and he was not of the polytheists.”

Verse 136 Say, [O believers], “We have believed in Allah and what has been revealed to us and what has been revealed to Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac and Jacob and the Descendants and what was given to Moses and Jesus and what was given to the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between any of them, and we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.”

Verse 137 So if they believe in the same as you believe in, then they have been [rightly] guided; but if they turn away, they are only in dissension, and Allah will be sufficient for you against them. And He is the Hearing, the Knowing.

Verse 138 [We take] our religion as a color [of Allah]. And who is better than Allah in [ordaining] religion? And we are worshippers of Him.

Verse 139 Say, [O Muhammad], “Do you argue with us about Allah while He is our Lord and your Lord? For us are our deeds, and for you are your deeds. And we are sincere [in deed and intention] to Him.”

Verse 140 Or do you say that Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac and Jacob and the Descendants were Jews or Christians? Say, “Are you more knowing or is Allah?” And who is more unjust than one who conceals a testimony he has from Allah? And Allah is not unaware of what you do.

Verse 141 That is a nation which has passed on. It will have [the consequence of] what it earned, and you will have what you have earned. And you will not be asked about what they used to do.

Verse 142 The foolish among the people will say, “What has turned them away from their qiblah, which they used to face?” Say, “To Allah belongs the east and the west. He guides whom He wills to a straight path.”

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Verse 143 And thus We have made you a just community that you will be witnesses over the people and the Messenger will be a witness over you. And We did not make the qiblah which you used to face except that We might make evident who would follow the Messenger from who would turn back on his heels. And indeed, it is difficult except for those whom Allah has guided. And never would Allah have caused you to lose your faith. Indeed Allah is, to the people, Kind and Merciful.

Verse 144 We have certainly seen the turning of your face, [O Muhammad], toward the heaven, and We will surely turn you to a qiblah with which you will be pleased. So turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram. And wherever you [believers] are, turn your faces toward it [in prayer]. Indeed, those who have been given the Scripture well know that it is the truth from their Lord. And Allah is not unaware of what they do.

Verse 145 And if you brought to those who were given the Scripture every sign, they would not follow your qiblah. Nor will you be a follower of their qiblah. Nor would they be followers of one another’s qiblah. So if you were to follow their desires after what has come to you of knowledge, indeed, you would then be among the wrongdoers.

Verse 146 Those to whom We gave the Scripture recognize him as they recognize their [own] sons. But indeed, a party of them conceal the truth while they know [it].

Verse 147 The truth is from your Lord, so never be among the doubters.

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Verse 148 For each [religious following] is a direction toward which it faces. So race to [all that is] good. Wherever you may be, Allah will bring you forth [for judgement] all together. Indeed, Allah is over all things competent.

Verse 149 So from wherever you go out [for prayer], turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram, and wherever you [believers] may be, turn your faces toward it in order that the people will not have any argument against you, except for those of them who commit wrong; so fear them not but fear Me. And [it is] so I may complete My favor upon you and that you may be guided.

Verse 150 Just as We have sent among you a Messenger from yourselves reciting to you Our verses and purifying you and teaching you the Book and wisdom and teaching you that which you did not know.

Verse 151 So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.

Verse 152 O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.

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This concludes the provided verses from Surah Al-Baqarah. If you have more questions or need further assistance, feel free to ask!

Verse 154 And do not say about those who are killed in the way of Allah, “They are dead.” Rather, they are alive, but you perceive [it] not.

Verse 155 And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient,

Verse 156 Who, when disaster strikes them, say, “Indeed we belong to Allah, and indeed to Him we will return.”

Verse 157 Those are the ones upon whom are blessings from their Lord and mercy. And it is those who are the [rightly] guided.

Verse 158 Safa and Marwah are among the symbols of Allah. So whoever makes Hajj to the House or performs ‘umrah – there is no blame upon him for walking between them. And whoever volunteers good – then indeed, Allah is appreciative and Knowing.

Verse 159 Indeed, those who conceal what We sent down of clear proofs and guidance after We made it clear for the people in the Scripture – those are cursed by Allah and cursed by those who curse,

Verse 160 Except for those who repent and correct themselves and make evident [what they concealed]. Those – I will accept their repentance, and I am the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.

Verse 161 But those who disbelieve and die while they are disbelievers – upon them will be the curse of Allah and of the angels and the people, all together,

Verse 162 Abiding eternally therein. The punishment will not be lightened for them, nor will they be reprieved.

Verse 163 And your god is one God. There is no deity [worthy of worship] except Him, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

Feel free to ask if you have any more questions or if you’d like me to elaborate on any specific points in these verses.

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Verse 164 Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the alternation of the night and the day, and [in] the [great] ships which sail through the sea with that which benefits people, and what Allah has sent down from the heavens of rain, giving life thereby to the earth after its lifelessness and dispersing therein every [kind of] moving creature, and [His] directing of the winds and the [floating] clouds controlled between the heaven and the earth are signs for a people who use reason.

Verse 165 And [yet], among the people are those who take other than Allah as equals [to Him]. They love them as they [should] love Allah. But those who believe are stronger in love for Allah. And if only they who have wronged would consider [that] when they see the punishment, [they will be certain] that all power belongs to Allah and that Allah is severe in punishment.

Verse 166 [And they should consider that] when those who have been followed disassociate themselves from those who followed [them], and they [all] see the punishment, and cut off from them are the ties [of relationship],

Verse 167 Those who followed will say, “If only we had another turn [at worldly life] so we could disassociate ourselves from them as they have disassociated themselves from us.” Thus will Allah show them their deeds as regrets upon them. And they are never to emerge from the Fire.

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Verse 168 O mankind, eat from whatever is on earth [that is] lawful and good and do not follow the footsteps of Satan. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy.

Verse 169 He only orders you to evil and immorality and to say about Allah what you do not know.

Verse 170 And when it is said to them, “Follow what Allah has revealed,” they say, “Rather, we will follow that which we found our fathers upon.” Even if Satan was inviting them to the punishment of the Blaze?

Verse 171 And whoever submits his face to Allah while he is a doer of good – then he has grasped the most trustworthy handhold. And to Allah will be the outcome of [all] matters.

Verse 172 And whoever disbelieves – let not his disbelief grieve you. To Us is their return, and We will inform them of what they did. Indeed, Allah is Knowing of that within the breasts.

Verse 173 We grant them enjoyment for a little; then We will force them to a massive punishment.

Verse 174 And if you obey most of those upon the earth, they will mislead you from the way of Allah. They follow not except assumption, and they are not but falsifying.

Verse 175 Indeed, your Lord is most knowing of who strays from His way, and He is most knowing of the [rightly] guided.

Verse 176 So eat of that [meat] upon which the name of Allah has been mentioned, if you are believers in His verses.

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Verse 177 Righteousness is not that you turn your faces toward the east or the west, but [true] righteousness is [in] one who believes in Allah, the Last Day, the angels, the Book, and the prophets and gives wealth, in spite of love for it, to relatives, orphans, the needy, the traveler, those who ask [for help], and for freeing slaves; [and who] establishes prayer and gives zakah; [those who] fulfill their promise when they promise; and [those who] are patient in poverty and hardship and during battle. Those are the ones who have been true, and it is those who are the righteous.

Verse 178 O you who have believed, prescribed for you is legal retribution for those murdered – the free for the free, the slave for the slave, and the female for the female. But whoever overlooks from his brother anything, then there should be a suitable follow-up and payment to him with good conduct. This is an alleviation from your Lord and a mercy. But whoever transgresses after that will have a painful punishment.

Verse 179 And there is for you in legal retribution [saving of] life, O you [people] of understanding, that you may become righteous.

Verse 180 Prescribed for you when death approaches [any] one of you if he leaves wealth [is that he should make] a bequest for the parents and near relatives according to what is acceptable – a duty upon the righteous.

Verse 181 Then whoever alters the bequest after he has heard it – the sin is only upon those who have altered it. Indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 182 But whoever fears from a testator [some] error or sin and corrects that which is between them, there is no sin upon him. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Section 23:

Verse 183 O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous –

Verse 184 [Fasting for] a limited number of days. So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] – then an equal number of days [are to be made up]. And upon those who are able [to fast, but with hardship] – a ransom [as substitute] of feeding a poor person [each day]. And whoever volunteers excess – it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew.

Verse 185 The month of Ramadhan [is that] in which was revealed the Qur’an, a guidance for the people and clear proofs of guidance and criterion. So whoever sights [the new moon of] the month, let him fast it; and whoever is ill or on a journey – then an equal number of other days. Allah intends for you ease and does not intend for you hardship and [wants] for you to complete the period and to glorify Allah for that [to] which He has guided you, and perhaps you will be grateful.

Verse 186 And when My servants ask you concerning Me, indeed I am near. I respond to the invocation of the supplicant when he calls upon Me. So let them respond to Me [by obedience] and believe in Me that they may be [rightly] guided.

Verse 187 Permitted to you, [O Muhammad], is intercourse with your wives during the nights of fasting. They are clothing for you and you are clothing for them. Allah knows that you used to deceive yourselves, so He accepted your repentance and forgave you. So now, have relations with them and seek that which Allah has decreed for you. And eat and drink until the white thread of dawn becomes distinct to you from the black thread [of night]. Then complete the fast until the sunset. And do not have relations with them as long as you are staying for worship in the mosques. These are the limits [set by] Allah, so do not approach them. Thus does Allah make clear His ordinances to the people that they may become righteous.

Verse 188 And do not consume one another’s wealth unjustly or send it [in bribery] to the rulers in order that [they might aid] you [to] consume a portion of the wealth of the people in sin, while you know [it is unlawful].

Verse 189 They ask you about the new moons. Say, “They are measurements of time for the people and for Hajj.” And it is not righteousness to enter houses from the back, but righteousness is [in] one who fears Allah. And enter houses from their doors. And fear Allah that you may succeed.

Verse 190 Fight in the way of Allah those who fight you but do not transgress. Indeed. Allah does not like transgressors.

Verse 191 And kill them wherever you overtake them and expel them from wherever they have expelled you, and fitnah is worse than killing. And do not fight them at al-Masjid al-Ḥarām until they fight you there. But if they fight you, then kill them. Such is the recompense of the disbelievers.

Verse 192 And if they cease, then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 193 Fight them until there is no [more] fitnah and [until] worship is [acknowledged to be] for Allah. But if they cease, then there is to be no aggression except against the oppressors.

Verse 194 [During] the sacred months, aggression may be met with [an equivalent] retribution. So whoever has assaulted you, then assault him in the same way that he has assaulted you. And fear Allah and know that Allah is with those who fear Him.

Verse 195 And spend in the way of Allah and do not throw [yourselves] with your [own] hands into destruction [by refraining]. And do good; indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.

Verse 196 And complete the Hajj and ‘Umrah for Allah. But if you are prevented, then [offer] what can be obtained with ease of sacrificial animals. And do not shave your heads until the sacrificial animal has reached its place of slaughter. And whoever among you is ill or has an ailment of the head [making shaving necessary must offer] a ransom of fasting [three days] or charity or sacrifice. And when you are secure, then whoever performs ‘Umrah [during the Hajj months] followed by Hajj [offers] what can be obtained with ease of sacrificial animals. And whoever cannot find [or afford such an animal] – then a fast of three days during Hajj and of seven when you have returned [home]. Those are ten complete [days]. This is for those whose family is not in the area of al-Masjid al-Ḥarām. And fear Allah and know that Allah is severe in penalty.

Verse 197 The Hajj is [in] the well-known months, and whoever is minded to perform the Hajj therein, let there be no obscenity, nor wickedness, nor wrangling during the Hajj. And whatever good you do, Allah knows it. And take provision, but indeed, the best provision is fear of Allah. And fear Me, O you of understanding.

Verse 198 It is no sin for you that you seek the bounty of your Lord [by trading]. But when you depart from ʻArafāt, remember Allah at al- Mashʻar al-Ḥarām. And remember Him, as He has guided you, for indeed, you were before that among those astray.

Verse 199 Then depart from the place from where [all] the people depart and ask forgiveness of Allah. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 200 So when you have completed your rites, remember Allah like your [previous] remembrance of your fathers or with [much] greater remembrance. And among the people is he who says, “Our Lord, give us in this world,” and he will have in the Hereafter no share.

Verse 201 But among them is he who says, “Our Lord, give us in this world [that which is] good and in the Hereafter [that which is] good and protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”

Verse 202 For them there will be a share of what they have earned. And Allah is swift in account.

Verse 203 And remember Allah during [specific] numbered days. Then whoever hastens [his departure] in two days – there is no sin upon him; and whoever delays [until the third] – there is no sin upon him – for him who fears Allah. And fear Allah and know that unto Him you will be gathered.

Verse 204 And among the people is he whose speech pleases you in worldly life, and he calls Allah to witness as to what is in his heart, yet he is the fiercest of opponents.

Verse 205 And when he goes away, he strives throughout the land to cause corruption therein and destroy crops and animals. And Allah does not like corruption.

Verse 206 And when it is said to him, “Fear Allah,” pride in the sin takes hold of him. Sufficient for him is Hellfire, and how wretched is the resting place.

Verse 207 And of the people is he who sells himself, seeking means to the approval of Allah. And Allah is kind to [His] servants.

Verse 208 O you who have believed, enter into Islam completely [and perfectly] and do not follow the footsteps of Satan. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy.

Verse 209 But if you deviate after clear proofs have come to you, then know that Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

Verse 210 Do they await but that Allah should come to them in covers of clouds and the angels [as well] and the matter is [then] decided? And to Allah [all] matters are returned.

Verse 211 Ask the Children of Israel how many a sign of evidence We have given them. And whoever exchanges the favor of Allah [for disbelief] after it has come to him – then indeed, Allah is severe in penalty.

Verse 212 Beautified for those who disbelieve is the life of this world, and they ridicule those who believe. But those who fear Allah are above them on the Day of Resurrection. And Allah gives provision to whom He wills without account.

Verse 213 Mankind was [of] one religion [before their deviation]; then Allah sent the prophets as bringers of good tidings and warners and sent down with them the Scripture in truth to judge between the people concerning that in which they differed. And none differed over the Scripture except those who were given it – after the clear proofs came to them – out of jealous animosity among themselves. And Allah guided those who believed to the truth concerning that over which they had differed, by His permission. And Allah guides whom He wills to a straight path.

Verse 214 Or do you think that you will enter Paradise while such [trial] has not yet come to you as came to those who passed on before you? They were touched by poverty and hardship and were shaken until [even their] messenger and those who believed with him said,” When is the help of Allah?” Unquestionably, the help of Allah is near.

Verse 215 They ask you, [O Muhammad], what they should spend. Say, “Whatever you spend of good is [to be] for parents and relatives and orphans and the needy and the traveler. And whatever you do of good – indeed, Allah is Knowing of it.”

Verse 216 Fighting has been enjoined upon you while it is hateful to you. But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not.

Verse 217 They ask you about the sacred month – about fighting therein. Say, “Fighting therein is great [sin], but averting [people] from the way of Allah and disbelief in Him and [preventing access to] al-Masjid al-Haram and the expulsion of its people therefrom are greater [evil] in the sight of Allah. And fitnah is greater than killing.” And they will continue to fight you until they turn you back from your religion if they are able. And whoever of you reverts from his religion [to disbelief] and dies while he is a disbeliever – for those, their deeds have become worthless in this world and the Hereafter, and those are the companions of the Fire, they will abide therein eternally.

Verse 218 Indeed, those who believed and those who emigrated and fought in the cause of Allah – those expect the mercy of Allah. And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 219 They ask you about wine and gambling. Say, “In them is great sin and [yet, some] benefit for people. But their sin is greater than their benefit.” And they ask you what they should spend. Say, “The excess [beyond needs].” Thus Allah makes clear to you the verses [of revelation] that you might give thought.

Verse 220 Upon the world and the Hereafter. And they ask you about orphans. Say, “Improvement for them is best. And if you mix your affairs with theirs – they are your brothers. And Allah knows the corrupter from the amender. And if Allah had willed, He could have put you in difficulty. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.”

Verse 221 And do not marry polytheistic women until they believe. And a believing slave woman is better than a polytheist, even though she might please you. And do not marry polytheistic men [to your women] until they believe. And a believing slave is better than a polytheist, even though he might please you. Those invite [you] to the Fire, but Allah invites to Paradise and to forgiveness, by His permission. And He makes clear His verses to the people that perhaps they may remember.

Verse 222 And they ask you about menstruation. Say, “It is harm, so keep away from wives during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure. And when they have purified themselves, then come to them from where Allah has ordained for you. Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves.”

Verse 223 Your wives are a place of sowing of seed for you, so come to your place of cultivation however you wish and put forth [righteousness] for yourselves. And fear Allah and know that you will meet Him. And give good tidings to the believers.

Verse 224 And do not make [your oath by] Allah an excuse against being righteous and fearing Allah and making peace among people. And Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 225 Allah does not impose blame upon you for what is unintentional in your oaths, but He imposes blame upon you for what your hearts have earned. And Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.

Verse 226 For those who swear not to have sexual relations with their wives is a waiting time of four months, but if they return [to normal relations] – then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 227 And if they decide on divorce – then indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 228 Divorced women remain in waiting for three periods, and it is not lawful for them to conceal what Allah has created in their wombs if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. And their husbands have more right to take them back in this [period] if they want reconciliation. And due to the wives is similar to what is expected of them, according to what is reasonable. But the men have a degree over them [in responsibility and authority]. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

Verse 229 Divorce is twice. Then, either keep [her] in an acceptable manner or release [her] with good treatment. And it is not lawful for you to take anything of what you have given them unless both fear that they will not be able to keep [within] the limits of Allah. But if you fear that they will not keep [within] the limits of Allah, then there is no blame upon either of them concerning that by which she ransoms herself. These are the limits of Allah, so do not transgress them. And whoever transgresses the limits of Allah – it is those who are the wrongdoers.

Verse 230 And if he has divorced her [for the third time], then she is not lawful to him afterward until [after] she marries a husband other than him. And if the latter husband divorces her, there is no blame upon the woman and her former husband for returning to each other if they think that they can keep [within] the limits of Allah. These are the limits of Allah, which He makes clear to a people who know.

Verse 231 And when you divorce women and they have [nearly] fulfilled their term, either retain them according to acceptable terms or release them according to acceptable terms, and do not keep them, intending harm, to transgress [against them]. And whoever does that has certainly wronged himself. And do not take the verses of Allah in jest. And remember the favor of Allah upon you and what has been revealed to you of the Book and wisdom by which He instructs you. And fear Allah and know that Allah is Knowing of all things.

Verse 232 And when you divorce women and they have fulfilled their term, do not prevent them from remarrying their [former] husbands if they agree among themselves on an acceptable basis. That is instructed to whoever of you believes in Allah and the Last Day. That is better for you and purer, and Allah knows and you know not.

Verse 233 Mothers may breastfeed their children two complete years for whoever wishes to complete the nursing [period]. Upon the father is the mothers’ provision and their clothing according to what is acceptable. No person is charged with more than his capacity. No mother should be harmed through her child, and no father through his child. And upon the [father’s] heir is [a duty] like that [of the father]. And if they both desire weaning through mutual consent from both of them and consultation, there is no blame upon either of them. And if you wish to have your children nursed by a substitute, there is no blame upon you as long as you give payment according to what is acceptable. And fear Allah and know that Allah is Seeing of what you do.

Verse 234 And those who are taken in death among you and leave wives behind – they, [the wives, shall] wait four months and ten [days]. And when they have fulfilled their term, then there is no blame upon you for what they do with themselves in an acceptable manner. And Allah is [fully] acquainted with what you do.

Verse 235 There is no blame upon you for that to which you [indirectly] allude concerning a proposal to women or for what you conceal within yourselves. Allah knows that you will have them in mind. But do not promise them secretly except for saying a proper saying. And do not determine to undertake a marriage contract until the decreed period reaches its end. And know that Allah knows what is within yourselves, so beware of Him. And know that Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.

Verse 236 There is no blame upon you if you divorce women you have not touched or specified for them an obligation. But give them [a gift of] compensation – the wealthy according to his capability and the poor according to his capability – a provision according to what is acceptable, a duty upon the doers of good.

Verse 238 Maintain with care the [obligatory] prayers and [in particular] the middle prayer and stand before Allah, devoutly obedient.

Verse 239 And if you fear [an enemy, then pray] on foot or riding. But when you are secure, then remember Allah [in prayer], as He has taught you that which you did not [previously] know.

Verse 240 And those who are taken in death among you and leave wives behind – they, [the wives, shall] not remarry for themselves for four months and ten [days]. And when they have fulfilled their term, then there is no blame upon you for what they do with themselves in an acceptable manner. And Allah is [fully] acquainted with what you do.

Verse 241 And there is no blame upon you for that which you indirectly allude concerning a proposal to women or for what you conceal within yourselves. Allah knows that you will have them in mind. But do not promise them secretly except for saying a proper saying. And do not determine to undertake a marriage contract until the decreed period reaches its end. And know that Allah knows what is within yourselves, so beware of Him. And know that Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.

Verse 242 The divorced women remain in waiting for three periods, and it is not lawful for them to conceal what Allah has created in their wombs if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. And their husbands have more right to take them back in this [period] if they want reconciliation. And due to the wives is similar to what is expected of them, according to what is reasonable. But the men have a degree over them [in responsibility and authority]. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

Verse 243 Have you not considered those who left their homes in many thousands, fearing death? Allah said to them, “Die”; then He restored them to life. And Allah is full of bounty to the people, but most of the people do not show gratitude.

Verse 244 And fight in the cause of Allah and know that Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 245 Who is it that would loan Allah a goodly loan so He may multiply it for him many times over? And it is Allah who withholds and grants abundance, and to Him you will be returned.

Verse 246 Have you not considered the assembly of the Children of Israel after [the time of] Moses when they said to a prophet of theirs, “Send to us a king, and we will fight in the way of Allah”? He said, “Would you perhaps refrain from fighting if fighting was prescribed for you?” They said, “And why should we not fight in the cause of Allah when we have been driven out from our homes and from our children?” But when fighting was prescribed for them, they turned away, except for a few of them. And Allah is Knowing of the wrongdoers.

Verse 247 And their prophet said to them, “Indeed, Allah has sent to you Saul as a king.” They said, “How can he have kingship over us while we are more worthy of kingship than him and he has not been given any measure of wealth?” He said, “Indeed, Allah has chosen him over you and has increased him abundantly in knowledge and stature.” And Allah gives His sovereignty to whom He wills. And Allah is all-Encompassing [in favor] and Knowing.

Verse 248 And their prophet said to them, “Indeed, a sign of his kingship is that the chest will come to you in which is assurance from your Lord and a remnant of what the family of Moses and the family of Aaron had left, carried by the angels. Indeed in that is a sign for you, if you are believers.”

Verse 249 And when Saul went forth with the soldiers, he said, “Indeed, Allah will be testing you with a river. So whoever drinks from it is not of me, and whoever does not taste it is indeed of me, excepting one who takes [from it] in the hollow of his hand.” But they drank from it, except a [very] few of them. Then when he had crossed it along with those who believed with him, they said, “There is no power for us today against Goliath and his soldiers.” But those who were certain that they would meet Allah said, “How many a small company has overcome a large company by permission of Allah. And Allah is with the patient.”

Verse 250 And when they went forth to [face] Goliath and his soldiers, they said, “Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant firmly our feet and give us victory over the disbelieving people.”

Verse 251 So they defeated them by permission of Allah, and David killed Goliath, and Allah gave him the kingship and prophethood and taught him from that which He willed. And if it were not for Allah checking [some] people by means of others, the earth would have been corrupted, but Allah is full of bounty to the worlds.

Verse 252 These are the verses of Allah which We recite to you, [O Muhammad], in truth. And indeed, you are from among the messengers.

Verse 253 These are the messengers – some of them We caused to exceed others. Among them were those to whom Allah spoke, and He raised some of them in degree. And We gave Jesus, the Son of Mary, clear proofs, and We supported him with the Pure Spirit. But if Allah had willed, those [generations] succeeding them would not have fought each other after the clear proofs had come to them. But they differed, and some of them believed and some of them disbelieved. And if Allah had willed, they would not have fought each other, but Allah does what He intends.

Verse 254 O you who have believed, spend from that which We have provided for you before there comes a Day in which there is no exchange and no friendship and no intercession. And the disbelievers – they are the wrongdoers.

Verse 255 Allah – there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him except by His permission? He knows what is [presently] before them and what will be after them, and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. His Kursi extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. And He is the Most High, the Most Great.

Verse 256 There shall be no compulsion in [acceptance of] the religion. The right course has become clear from the wrong. So whoever disbelieves in Taghut and believes in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold with no break in it. And Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

Verse 257 Allah is the ally of those who believe. He brings them out from darknesses into the light. And those who disbelieve – their allies are Taghut. They take them out of the light into darknesses. Those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide eternally therein.

Verse 258 Have you not considered the one who argued with Abraham about his Lord [merely] because Allah had given him kingship? When Abraham said, “My Lord is the one who gives life and causes death,” he said, “I give life and cause death.” Abraham said, “Indeed, Allah brings up the sun from the east, so bring it up from the west.” So the disbeliever was overwhelmed [by astonishment], and Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people.

Verse 259 Or [consider such an example] as the one who passed by a township which had fallen into ruin. He said, “How will Allah bring this to life after its death?” So Allah caused him to die for a hundred years; then He revived him. He said, “How long have you remained?” The man said, “I have remained a day or part of a day.” He said, “Rather, you have remained one hundred years. Look at your food and your drink; it has not changed with time. And look at your donkey; and We will make you a sign for the people. And look at the bones [of this donkey] – how We raise them and then We cover them with flesh.” And when it became clear to him, he said, “I know that Allah is over all things competent.”

Verse 260 And [mention] when Abraham said, “My Lord, show me how You give life to the dead.” [Allah] said, “Have you not believed?” He said, “Yes, but [I ask] only that my heart may be satisfied.” [Allah] said, “Take four birds and commit them to yourself. Then [after slaughtering them] put on each hill a portion of them; then call them – they will come [flying] to you in haste. And know that Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.”

Verse 261 The example of those who spend their wealth in the cause of Allah is like a seed [of grain] which grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies [His reward] for whom He wills. And Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.

Verse 262 Those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah and then do not follow up what they have spent with reminders [of it] or [other] injury will have their reward with their Lord, and there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.

Verse 263 Kind speech and forgiveness are better than charity followed by injury. And Allah is free of need and Forbearing.

Verse 264 O you who have believed, do not invalidate your charities with reminders or injury as does one who spends his wealth [only] to be seen by the people and does not believe in Allah and the Last Day. His example is like that of a [large] smooth stone upon which is dust and is hit by a downpour that leaves it bare. They are unable [to keep] anything of what they have earned. And Allah does not guide the disbelieving people.

Verse 265 And the example of those who spend their wealth seeking Allah’s pleasure and firmness for [their] souls is like a garden on high ground which is hit by a downpour – so it yields its fruits in double. And [even] if it is not hit by a downpour, then a drizzle [is sufficient]. And Allah, of what you do, is Seeing.

Verse 266 Would any of you wish to have a garden with palm trees and grapevines underneath which rivers flow in which he has from every fruit? But he is afflicted with old age and has weak offspring, then it is struck with a whirlwind containing fire, so that it is burned. Thus Allah makes clear His verses to you that you might give thought.

Verse 267 O you who have believed, spend from the good things which you have earned and from that which We have produced for you from the earth. And do not aim toward the defective therefrom, spending [from that] while you would not take it [yourself] except with closed eyes. And know that Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy.

Verse 268 The devil promises you poverty and orders you to immorality, while Allah promises you forgiveness from Him and bounty. And Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.

Verse 269 He grants wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been granted wisdom has certainly been given much good. But none will remember except those of understanding.

Verse 270 And whatever you spend of expenditures or make of vows – indeed, Allah knows of it. And for the wrongdoers there are no helpers.

Verse 271 If you disclose your charitable expenditures, they are good; but if you conceal them and give them to the poor, it is better for you, and He will remove from you some of your misdeeds [thereby]. And Allah, with what you do, is [fully] Acquainted.

Verse 272 Not upon you, [O Muhammad], is [responsibility for] their guidance, but Allah guides whom He wills. And whatever good you [believers] spend is for yourselves, and you do not spend except seeking the countenance of Allah. And whatever you spend of good – it will be fully repaid to you, and you will not be wronged.

Verse 273 [Charity is] for the poor who have been restricted for the cause of Allah, unable to move about in the land. An ignorant [person] would think them self-sufficient because of their restraint, but you will know them by their [characteristic] sign. They do not ask people persistently [or at all]. And whatever you spend of good – indeed, Allah is Knowing of it.

Verse 274 Those who spend their wealth [in Allah’s way] by night and by day, secretly and publicly – they will have their reward with their Lord. And no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.

Verse 275 Those who devour usury will not stand [on the Day of Resurrection] except as stands one whom the devil has driven to madness by [his] touch. That is because they say, “Trade is [just] like usury.” But Allah has permitted trade and has forbidden usury. So whoever has received an admonition from his Lord and desists may have what is past, and his affair rests with Allah. But whoever returns to [dealing in usury or interest] – those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide eternally therein.

Verse 276 Allah destroys interest and gives increase for charities. And Allah does not like every sinning disbeliever.

Verse 277 Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds and establish prayer and give zakah will have their reward with their Lord, and there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.

Verse 278 O you who have believed, fear Allah and give up what remains [due to you] of interest, if you should be believers.

Verse 279 And if you do not, then be informed of a war [against you] from Allah and His Messenger. But if you repent, you may have your principal – [thus] you do no wrong, nor are you wronged.

Verse 280 And if someone is in hardship, then [let there be] postponement until [a time of] ease. But if you give [from your right as] charity, it is better for you, if you only knew.

Verse 281 And fear a Day when you will be returned to Allah. Then every soul will be compensated for what it earned, and they will not be treated unjustly.

Verse 282 O you who have believed, when you contract a debt for a specified term, write it down. And let a scribe write [it] between you in justice. Let no scribe refuse to write as Allah has taught him. So let him write and let the one who has the obligation dictate. And let him fear Allah, his Lord, and not leave anything out of it. But if the one who has the obligation is of limited understanding or weak or unable to dictate himself, then let his guardian dictate in justice. And bring to witness two witnesses from among your men. And if there are not two men [available], then a man and two women from those whom you accept as witnesses – so that if one of the women errs, then the other can remind her. And let not the witnesses refuse when they are called upon. And do not be [too] weary to write it, whether it is small or large, for its [specified] term. That is more just in the sight of Allah and stronger as evidence and more likely to prevent doubt between you, except when it is an immediate transaction which you conduct among yourselves. For [then] there is no blame upon you if you do not write it. And take witnesses when you conclude a contract. Let no scribe be harmed or any witness. For if you do so, indeed, it is [grave] disobedience in you. And fear Allah. And Allah teaches you. And Allah is Knowing of all things.

Verse 283 And if you are on a journey and cannot find a scribe, then a security deposit [should be] taken. And if one of you entrusts another, then let him who is entrusted discharge his trust [faithfully] and let him fear Allah, his Lord. And do not conceal testimony, for whoever conceals it – his heart is indeed sinful, and Allah is Knowing of what you do.

Verse 284 To Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth. Whether you show what is within yourselves or conceal it, Allah will bring you to account for it. Then He will forgive whom He wills and punish whom He wills, and Allah is over all things competent.

Verse 285 The Messenger has believed in what was revealed to him from his Lord, and [so have] the believers. All of them have believed in Allah and His angels and His books and His messengers, [saying], “We make no distinction between any of His messengers.” And they say, “We hear and we obey. [We seek] Your forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the [final] destination.”

Verse 286 Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear. It will have [the consequence of] what [good] it has gained, and it will bear [the consequence of] what [evil] it has earned. Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we forget or make a mistake. Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those before us. Our Lord, and burden us not with that which we have no ability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and have mercy upon us. You are our protector, so give us victory over the disbelieving people.

Section 1

Verse 1 Alif-Lam-Mim. [These letters are one of the miracles of the Qur’an and none but Allah (Alone) knows their meanings.]

Verse 2 Allah – there is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all] existence.

Verse 3 He has sent down upon you, [O Muhammad], the Book in truth, confirming what was before it. And He revealed the Torah and the Gospel.

Verse 4 Before, as guidance for the people. And He revealed the Qur’an. Indeed, those who disbelieve in the verses of Allah will have a severe punishment, and Allah is Exalted in Might, the Owner of Retribution.

Verse 5 Indeed, from Allah nothing is hidden in the earth nor in the heaven.

Verse 6 It is He who forms you in the wombs however He wills. There is no deity except Him, the Exalted in Might, the Wise.

Verse 7 It is He who has sent down to you, [O Muhammad], the Book; in it are verses [that are] precise – they are the foundation of the Book – and others unspecific. As for those in whose hearts is deviation [from truth], they will follow that of it which is unspecific, seeking discord and seeking an interpretation [suitable to them]. And no one knows its [true] interpretation except Allah. But those firm in knowledge say, “We believe in it. All [of it] is from our Lord.” And no one will be reminded except those of understanding.

Verse 8 [Who say], “Our Lord, let not our hearts deviate after You have guided us and grant us from Yourself mercy. Indeed, You are the Bestower.

Verse 9 Our Lord, surely You will gather the people for a Day about which there is no doubt. Indeed, Allah does not fail in His promise.”

Section 2

Verse 10: Those who don’t believe, their money or children won’t help them against Allah. They will be in the Fire forever.

Verse 11: Imagine those who don’t believe are like someone shouting at animals that can’t hear or understand. They are deaf, mute, and blind.

Verse 12: Hey, you who believe, make sure you and your families stay safe from a Fire fueled by people and stones. Angels, tough and strict, watch over it. They do as Allah commands them.

Verse 13: When two groups argued, the knowledgeable ones said, “Allah is in control.” Tell them, O Muhammad, that the death they’re afraid of will come to them, and they’ll return to Allah. He knows everything, seen and unseen, and will tell them about their deeds.

Verse 14: Believers, don’t engage in unfair loans that keep growing. Fear Allah so you can succeed.

Verse 15: Remember a Day when you’ll go back to Allah. Each person will be rewarded for what they did; nobody will be treated unfairly.

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Verse 16: Some people say, “Our Lord, we believe, so forgive our mistakes and protect us from the punishment of fire.”

Verse 17: The ones who are patient, truthful, and respectful, who give for the sake of Allah, and seek forgiveness in the early hours of the morning.

Verse 18: Allah testifies that there is no god but Him, and the angels and knowledgeable people testify too, with fairness. He is the Almighty, the Wise.

Verse 19: The only true religion according to Allah is Islam. Those who had received previous Scriptures disagreed only after getting knowledge, because of jealousy in their hearts. Whoever disbelieves in Allah’s signs, Allah is quick in taking account.

Verse 20: If they argue with you, say, “I have surrendered to Allah, and so have my followers.” Ask the People of the Book and the unlearned, “Have you surrendered?” If they do, they are on the right path. If they turn away, your job is only to convey the message. Allah is watching His servants.

Section 3:

Verse 21: Those who don’t believe in Allah’s signs, unjustly kill prophets, and murder people who promote justice—give them news of a painful punishment.

Verse 22: They are the ones whose deeds are wasted in this world and the Hereafter. They have no helpers.

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Verse 23: Have you seen those who were given a part of the Scripture? When they are called to judge according to Allah’s Book, a group of them turns away and opposes it.

Verse 24: They do this because they say, “The fire will not touch us except for a few days.” They deceive themselves with the lies they made up about their religion.

Verse 25: What will happen when We gather them all on the Day of Resurrection, a day that is certain to come? Every soul will be fully repaid for what it has done, and no one will be treated unfairly.

Verse 26: Say, “O Allah, Owner of the Kingdom, You give authority to whoever You will, and You take authority away from whoever You will. You honor whoever You will, and You humble whoever You will. All goodness is in Your hands. Surely, You have power over all things.”

Verse 27: “You make the night pass into the day, and the day pass into the night. You bring the living out of the dead, and You bring the dead out of the living. You provide for whoever You will without any limits.”

Verse 28: Muslims should not choose disbelievers as friends over fellow Muslims. Whoever does that has no connection with Allah, except if they fear danger from them. Allah warns you about His punishment. To Allah is the final destination.

Verse 29: Say, “Whether you hide or reveal what’s in your hearts, Allah knows it all. He knows everything in the heavens and the earth. Allah has control over everything.”

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Verse 30: On the Day when every person will see all the good and bad they’ve done, they will wish there was a great distance between them and the punishment. Allah warns about His punishment. Allah is very kind to His servants.

Section 4:

Verse 31: Say, “O people! If you love Allah, follow me. Allah will love you and forgive your sins.” Allah is forgiving and merciful.

Verse 32: Say, “Obey Allah and the Messenger.” If they turn away, Allah doesn’t like disbelievers.

Verse 33: Allah chose Adam, Noah, the family of Abraham, and the family of Imran above others.

Verse 34: They are connected through their lineage, and Allah hears all and knows all.

Verse 35: Remember when the wife of Imran said, “I dedicate what’s in my womb to Your service. Please accept it. You are the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.”

Verse 36: When she gave birth, she said, “I’ve given birth to a girl.” Allah knew what she had given birth to. The boy she had hoped for wasn’t like this girl. She named her Maryam and sought Allah’s protection for her and her offspring from Satan.

Verse 37: Allah accepted Maryam and gave her a good upbringing. Zakaria became her guardian. Whenever he visited her, he found fresh food. He asked, “Maryam, where did this come from?” She said, “It’s from Allah. Allah gives to whoever He wants without counting.” (Miracles happen through Allah’s friends.)

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Verse 38: At this point, Zakaria prayed to his Lord, saying, “My Lord, grant me a good child from Yourself. You are the One who listens to prayers.”

Verse 39: While he was standing in prayer in his place of worship, the angels called to him, giving him good news about Yahya (John). Yahya would confirm a word from Allah, be a leader, abstain from marriage, and be a prophet among the devoted ones.

Verse 40: Zakaria said, “My Lord, how can I have a child when I’m old and my wife is barren?” Allah replied, “This is how Allah brings about what He wills.”

Verse 41: Zakaria said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” Allah said, “The sign is that you won’t be able to speak to people for three days except through signs. Remember your Lord often and glorify Him at sunset and dawn.”

Section 5:

Verse 42: The angels said to Maryam, “Allah has chosen you and purified you. Today, He has chosen you above all women in the world.”

Verse 43: “Maryam, stand in devotion before your Lord, and bow down with those who bow.”

Verse 44: These are the secrets that We reveal to you, O Prophet Muhammad. You weren’t there when they cast lots to choose Maryam’s guardian, nor were you present when they argued. Yet you know of these events, which is a proof of your prophethood.

Verse 45: Remember when the angels said, “Maryam, Allah gives you good news about a Word from Him, the Messiah, Eisa (Jesus) son of Maryam. He will be honored in this world and the Hereafter, and will be among the closest to Allah.”

Verse 46: “He will speak to people while he is still a baby and as an adult. He will be among the devoted ones.”

Verse 47: Maryam asked, “How can I have a child when no man has touched me?” Allah replied, “This is how Allah creates whatever He wills. When He wants something to happen, He only says, ‘Be,’ and it happens.”

Verse 48: “Allah will teach him the Book and wisdom, the Torah and the Gospel.”

Verse 49: “He will be an honored messenger to the Children of Israel. He will say, ‘I bring you a sign from your Lord. I make the shape of a bird from clay, and I breathe into it, and it becomes a real bird by Allah’s command. I heal the blind and the leper, and I bring the dead to life by Allah’s command. I tell you what you eat and what you store in your houses. These are great signs for you, if you believe.'”

Verse 50: “I come to confirm the Torah that came before me and make some things lawful for you that were once forbidden. I bring a sign from your Lord, so fear Allah and obey me.”

Verse 51: “Allah is the Lord of all, mine and yours. So worship Him alone. This is the straight path.”

Verse 52: When Eisa felt their disbelief, he asked, “Who will help me in the way of Allah?” The disciples said, “We are supporters of Allah’s religion. We believe in Allah, and you bear witness that we are Muslims.”

Verse 53: “Our Lord, we believe in what You’ve sent down and we follow the Noble Messenger. So, record us among those who bear witness.”

Verse 54: The disbelievers plotted against Eisa, but Allah also planned secretly against them. Allah is the best planner in secret.

Section 6:

Verse 55: Remember when Allah said to Eisa, “I will keep you alive until you reach a full age. Then I will raise you to Me, cleanse you of disbelievers, and give your followers dominance over them until the Day of Resurrection. Then all of you will return to Me, and I will judge among you in matters you disputed about.”

Verse 56: “I will severely punish the disbelievers in this world and the Hereafter, and they will have no helpers.”

Verse 57: “As for those who believe and do good deeds, Allah will fully reward them. Allah does not like the unjust.”

Verse 58: These are verses and wise advice that We recite to you.

Verse 59: The likeness of Eisa with Allah is like that of Adam. Allah created Adam from clay and said, “Be,” and it was.

Verse 60: O listeners (followers of this Prophet), this is the truth from your Lord. Don’t doubt.

Verse 61: So, tell those who dispute with you about Eisa after knowledge has come to you, “Let’s gather our sons, your sons, our women, your women, ourselves, and yourselves. Then let’s humbly pray and invoke the curse of Allah upon the liars.” (The Christians did not accept this challenge.)

Verse 62: This is certainly the true account. There is no deity except Allah, and Allah is the Almighty, the Wise.

Verse 63: So, if they turn away, Allah knows well those who cause turmoil.

Section 7:

Verse 64: Say, “O People of the Book, let’s come to a common word between us and you: that we worship no one but Allah, that we do not associate partners with Him, and that none of us takes others as lords besides Allah.” If they don’t agree, say, “Bear witness that we are Muslims.”

Verse 65: O People of the Book, why do you argue about Ibrahim when the Torah and the Gospel were revealed after him? Don’t you have understanding?

Verse 66: You argue about things you have some knowledge of, so why argue about things you have no knowledge of? Allah knows, and you do not know.

Verse 67: Ibrahim was not a Jew or a Christian; he was a Muslim and free from falsehood, not a polytheist.

Verse 68: The ones who have the strongest claim to Ibrahim are those who followed him, this Prophet Muhammad, and the believers. Allah is the Protector of the believers.

Verse 69: A group from the People of the Book wants to misguide you, but they only misguide themselves, and they don’t have sense.

Verse 70: O People of the Book, why do you disbelieve in Allah’s signs when you are witnesses to them yourselves?

Verse 71: O People of the Book, why do you mix truth with falsehood and hide the truth knowingly?

Section 8:

Verse 72: Some from the People of the Book say, “Believe in what’s revealed to the believers in the morning, and reject it by evening, hoping they will give up their faith.”

Verse 73: “Do not believe anyone unless they follow your religion.” Say, “Only Allah’s guidance is the true guidance.” If someone receives something similar to what you received, or if someone brings evidence against you before your Lord, say, “The ultimate decision rests with Allah. He grants His favor to whoever He wills. Allah is All-Capable, All-Knowing.”

Verse 74: “He shows His mercy to whomever He wants. Allah’s generosity is immense.”

Verse 75: Among the People of the Book, there are those who, if you trust them with a pile of wealth, will return it. But there are also those who, if you trust them with even a small coin, won’t give it back unless you constantly demand it. They say, “We are not accountable to the unlettered.” They intentionally fabricate lies about Allah.

Verse 76: Certainly, whoever keeps their promises and practices piety—Allah loves the righteous.

Verse 77: Those who trade away Allah’s covenant and their oaths for a small price, they won’t have a share in the Hereafter. Allah won’t speak to them or even look at them on the Day of Resurrection, and they won’t be purified. For them is a painful punishment.

Verse 78: Some of them distort the Book with their tongues, making you think it’s from the Book when it’s not. They say, “This is from Allah,” when it’s not. They deliberately lie about Allah, even though they know better.

Verse 79: No human, to whom Allah has given the Book, wisdom, and Prophethood, should say to people, “Serve me instead of Allah.” Instead, they should say, “Be devoted worshippers of Allah, as you teach the Book and instruct others.”

Verse 80: They would never instruct you to take angels and prophets as gods. Would a prophet command disbelief after you’ve embraced Islam?

Section 9:

Verse 81: Remember when Allah took a covenant from the prophets: “If I give you the Book and knowledge, and a noble messenger (Prophet Muhammad) comes to confirm what you have, you must surely believe in him and support him.” Allah said, “Do you agree and accept this responsibility?” They all replied, “We agree.” Allah said, “Then bear witness, and I am a witness too.”

Verse 82: Those who turn away after this are the ones who transgress.

Verse 83: Do they desire a religion other than Allah’s, while everything in the heavens and the earth willingly or unwillingly submits to Him, and to Him they will be returned?

Verse 84: Say, “We believe in Allah and what has been revealed to us, what was revealed to Ibrahim, Ismael, Ishaq, Yaqub, and their descendants, and what was given to Musa, Eisa, and the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction among any of them, and we submit to Him.”

Verse 85: If someone seeks a religion other than Islam, it won’t be accepted from them, and they will be among the losers in the Hereafter.

Verse 86: Why would Allah guide those who disbelieve after having believed, testified to the truth of the Noble Messenger, and received clear signs? Allah does not guide the unjust.

Verse 87: For them is the curse of Allah, the angels, and all of humanity combined. They will remain in this state forever. Their punishment will not be lessened, and they will not be granted respite.

Verse 88: Except those who repent and mend their ways. Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Verse 89: Those who reject faith after believing and increase in disbelief, their repentance will never be accepted, and they are the ones who have gone astray.

Verse 90: The wealth of the entire world, even if offered for their freedom, will not be accepted from those who disbelieve and die in disbelief. For them is a painful punishment, and they will have no helpers.

Section 10:

Verse 92: You cannot attain true goodness until you give in the cause of Allah what you love. Allah is aware of whatever you spend.

Verse 93: All kinds of food were permissible for the descendants of Jacob, except what he forbade for himself before the Torah was revealed. Say, “Bring the Torah and read it if you are truthful.”

Verse 94: Whoever fabricates lies about Allah is the one who acts unjustly.

Verse 95: Say, “Allah speaks the truth, so follow the religion of Ibrahim, who was free from falsehood and not a polytheist.”

Verse 96: The first house appointed as a place of worship for humanity is the one in Makkah, the blessed Kaaba, a source of guidance for the whole world.

Verse 97: In it are clear signs, including the place where Ibrahim stood. Whoever enters it is safe. Performing the pilgrimage to this house is an obligation for those who can undertake the journey. And if someone disbelieves, Allah is not in need of anyone.

Verse 98: Say, “O People of the Book, why don’t you believe in Allah’s signs while your actions are being witnessed by Allah?”

Verse 99: Say, “O People of the Book, why do you hinder those who believe from the path of Allah, seeking to mislead it, even though you yourselves are witnesses? Allah is not unaware of what you do.”

Verse 100: O believers, if you obey some of the People of the Book, they will turn you into disbelievers after you’ve embraced faith.

Verse 101: Why would you disbelieve when Allah’s signs are recited to you and His noble messenger is among you? Whoever relies on Allah is guided to the right path.

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Verse 102: O believers, fear Allah as He deserves and do not die except in submission as Muslims.

Verse 103: Hold firmly to the rope of Allah, all of you together, and do not be divided. Remember Allah’s blessing upon you when enmity existed between you and He brought love and brotherhood to your hearts. You were on the brink of a pit of fire, and He saved you. Allah thus clarifies His signs for you, so that you may find guidance.

Verse 104: Let there be a group among you calling to goodness, advocating for good deeds, and prohibiting wrongdoing. They are the ones who will succeed.

Verse 105: Do not be like those who divided and disputed after receiving clear signs. They will face a severe punishment.

Verse 106: On the Day of Resurrection, some faces will shine while others will be darkened. To those with darkened faces: “Did you disbelieve after believing? Taste the punishment for your disbelief.”

Verse 107: As for those whose faces shine, they are in Allah’s mercy, and they will abide in it forever.

Verse 108: These are the true verses of Allah that We recite to you, O Prophet, and Allah does not intend injustice for His creation.

Verse 109: All that is in the heavens and the earth belongs to Allah, and all matters will ultimately return to Him.

Section 12:

Verse 110: You are the best nation raised among mankind because you advocate for good deeds, forbid immorality, and have faith in Allah. If the People of the Book had believed, it would have been better for them; some of them are believers (Muslims), but most of them are disbelievers. They can only harm you slightly, and if they fight you, they will turn their backs, and they will receive no help.

Verse 111: Disgrace is their destined lot; wherever they may be, they will not find peace. They are tethered to Allah and to humiliation, and they have incurred the wrath of Allah due to their disbelief in His signs and their unjust treatment of the Prophets. Their disobedience and transgression led to this fate.

Verse 113: Not all of them are alike among the People of the Book. Some are committed to the truth; they recite Allah’s verses in the night and prostrate before Him.

Verse 114: They believe in Allah and the Last Day, enjoin good, forbid evil, and hasten to perform righteous deeds. They are truly righteous.

Verse 115: They will not be deprived of the rewards for their good deeds, and Allah is well aware of the righteous.

Verse 116: Certainly, those who disbelieve—neither their wealth nor their children will be of any help against Allah. They are the companions of the Fire, abiding therein eternally.

Verse 117: Their spending in this worldly life is like a freezing cold wind that strikes the fields of a people who wronged themselves, causing total destruction. Allah did not wrong them; rather, they wronged themselves.

Verse 118: O believers, do not confide in others beyond your circle, as they seek to harm you. Their hostility is evident in their speech, and what they conceal is even worse. We have made the signs clear to you, if you understand.

Verse 119: You may show affection towards them, but they do not reciprocate your feelings. While you believe in all the Scriptures, when they meet you, they say, “We believe,” but when alone, they gnash their teeth in anger at you. Say, “Perish in your rage!” Allah knows well what lies hidden in their hearts.

Verse 120: If something good happens to you, they are unhappy, and if misfortune befalls you, they rejoice. But if you remain patient and pious, their evil plots will not harm you in the least. Indeed, Allah encompasses all they do.

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Verse 121: And recall when you set out early from your home to assign positions for the believers in preparation for battle. Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

Verse 122: At a point in time, two groups among you were on the brink of faltering, but Allah is their Guardian. Indeed, believers should place their trust solely in Allah.

Verse 123: Allah certainly aided you at the Battle of Badr, even though you were outnumbered. Therefore, maintain your reverence for Allah, so that you may show gratitude.

Verse 124: O Prophet, when you said to the believers, “Isn’t it enough for you that your Lord might send down three thousand angels to support you?”

Verse 125: Indeed, if you remain patient and steadfast, and if the disbelievers confront you suddenly, your Lord will reinforce you with five thousand well-prepared angels.

Verse 126: And Allah granted this victory not just for triumph, but also to bring tranquility to your hearts. There is no source of help except from Allah, the Almighty, the Wise.

Verse 127: He may cut off a faction of the disbelievers, or He may disgrace them, causing them to retreat in failure.

Verse 128: This decision does not rest with you; it is not your call whether He guides them to repentance or punishes them. They are the ones who are unjust.

Verse 129: To Allah alone belongs everything in the heavens and the earth. He may choose to forgive whomever He wills and punish whomever He wills. Allah is oft-forgiving, most merciful.

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Verse 130: O Believers! Refrain from consuming usury, which grows manifold. Fear Allah and hope for success.

Verse 131: Protect yourselves from the fire prepared for the disbelievers.

Verse 132: Obey Allah and the Honorable Messenger, hoping for mercy. (To obey the Prophet is indeed to obey Allah.)

Verse 133: Hasten towards seeking forgiveness from your Lord and towards a vast Paradise prepared for the righteous, encompassing the heavens and the earth.

Verse 134: Those who spend in charity during times of joy and adversity, control their anger, and pardon people. Allah loves the righteous.

Verse 135: When they commit wrong or harm their souls, they remember Allah and seek forgiveness, for who forgives sins other than Allah? They do not persist knowingly in their wrongdoing.

Verse 136: Their reward is forgiveness from their Lord and Gardens with flowing rivers, wherein they abide eternally. What a splendid reward for those who do good!

Verse 137: Many examples from the past have come and gone, so travel the earth and see what fate befell those who denied the truth.

Verse 138: This is a clear explanation, guidance, and advice for the pious.

Verse 139: Do not waver or grieve; you shall certainly prevail if you are true believers.

Verse 140: When a misfortune befalls you, similar misfortunes have befallen others before. These are the times of alternating turns among people, so that Allah may distinguish the believers and grant martyrdom to some among you. Allah does not support the unjust.

Verse 141: And so Allah may purify the believers and eliminate the disbelievers.

Verse 142: Do you think you will enter Paradise without being tested like those who passed away before you? Allah has not yet distinguished your valiant warriors or tested the steadfast.

Verse 143: You once longed for death even before facing it. Now you are witnessing it before your very eyes.

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Verse 144: And Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him) is indeed a noble messenger. Other noble messengers preceded him. So, if he were to die or be martyred, would you turn back on your heels? Whoever turns back will not harm Allah in the least, and Allah will reward the grateful.

Verse 145: No soul can die except by Allah’s command, at an appointed time. Whoever desires the rewards of this world, Allah grants them some of it, and whoever desires the rewards of the Hereafter, Allah grants them some of it. Allah is quick to reward the appreciative.

Verse 146: Numerous prophets have fought in Allah’s cause, along with many devoted individuals. They never wavered in the face of the challenges they encountered in the path of Allah. They remained steadfast, resolute, and unyielding. The patient are those whom Allah loves.

Verse 147: Their words were nothing but prayers: “Our Lord, forgive us our sins and any excesses in our efforts, keep us firm, and grant us victory over the disbelievers.”

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Verse 148: So Allah rewarded them in this world and with the finest rewards in the Hereafter, and Allah loves those who are righteous.

Verse 149: O People who Believe! If you follow the disbelievers, they will turn you back on your heels, and you will then become losers.

Verse 150: Indeed, Allah is your Guardian, and He is the Best of Helpers.

Verse 151: Soon We will instill awe in the hearts of the disbelievers due to their ascribing partners to Allah, for which they have no proof. Their abode is the Fire, and what a terrible place for the unjust!

Verse 152: Allah has certainly fulfilled His promise to you when you were defeating the disbelievers by His will, until you lost courage and disputed about the matter, disobeying after He had shown you what you desired. Among you were those who wanted worldly gains, and among you were those who wanted the Hereafter. Then He turned you away from them to test you, and He has forgiven you. Allah is Most Gracious to the believers.

Verse 153: When you were leaving, unconcerned and not looking back at anyone, while the Messenger was calling you from behind. He gave you sorrow upon sorrow, and then forgave you, so that you would not grieve over what you missed or what happened to you. Allah is fully aware of what you do.

Verse 154: Then after distress, He sent down tranquility upon a group among you, who were overwhelmed by sleep. And another group was concerned only for themselves, thinking unjust thoughts about Allah, thoughts of ignorance. They said, “Do we have any say in this matter?” Say, “All authority belongs to Allah.” They concealed in their hearts what they did not disclose to you. They said, “If we had any say, none of us would have been killed here.” Say, “Even if you had stayed in your homes, those ordained to be killed would have gone forth to their deathbeds.” So that Allah may test what is in your hearts and reveal what is in your breasts. Allah knows well what is hidden within the hearts.

Verse 155: Those among you who turned away on the day the two armies clashed—it was Satan who caused them to slip due to some of their actions. But Allah has forgiven them. Indeed, Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Forbearing.

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Verse 156: O People who Believe! Do not be like the disbelievers who said about their brothers when they travelled or went to battle, “If they had been with us, they would not have died or been killed.” This was said to create doubt in their hearts, but Allah controls life and death. Allah is observant of what you do.

Verse 157: And if you are killed in Allah’s cause or you die, then forgiveness and mercy from Allah are better than what they amass.

Verse 158: Whether you are killed or you die, you will all be gathered before Allah.

Verse 159: So, it is by Allah’s mercy that you are lenient with them. Had you been harsh and hard-hearted, they would have dispersed from around you. So, pardon them, seek forgiveness for them, and consult them in matters. When you have made a decision, rely upon Allah. Indeed, Allah loves those who rely upon Him.

Verse 160: If Allah helps you, no one can overcome you; and if He forsakes you, then who else can help you? So, in Allah let the believers place their trust.

Verse 161: It is not fitting for a Prophet to hide anything. Whoever hides something will bring it forth on the Day of Resurrection. Then each soul will be repaid in full for what it has earned, and they will not be wronged.

Verse 162: Is one who seeks Allah’s pleasure equal to one who has incurred Allah’s wrath and whose destination is the Fire? What a wretched place to end up!

Verse 163: They are in varying ranks before Allah, and Allah is All-Seeing of their deeds.

Verse 164: Allah has certainly conferred favor upon the believers by sending among them a Messenger from themselves, reciting to them His verses, purifying them, teaching them the Book and wisdom, while before that they were in clear error.

Verse 165: So, when a disaster befalls you after you had inflicted twice as much, you say, “Where did this come from?” Say, “It came from yourselves.” Indeed, Allah is capable of all things.

Verse 166: And what you experienced on the day when the two armies met was by Allah’s will, so that He may make known the true believers.

Verse 167: And to expose those who were hypocrites. They were told, “Come, fight in Allah’s cause or repel the enemy.” They replied, “If we knew how to fight, we would have followed you.” On that day, they were closer to disbelief than belief. They utter with their mouths what is not in their hearts. Allah is fully aware of their hidden intentions.

Verse 168: Those who spoke about their brothers while they themselves stayed behind at home, saying, “If only they had listened to us, they would not have been killed.” Say, “Avert death from yourselves, if you are truthful.”

Verse 169: Do not assume that those who are killed in Allah’s cause are dead. They are alive with their Lord, receiving sustenance.

Verse 170: Rejoicing in the bounty Allah has given them and celebrating those who have not yet joined them, for there is no fear or sorrow for them.

Verse 171: They rejoice in Allah’s grace and favor, knowing that Allah does not waste the reward of the believers.

Section 18

Verse 172: Those who responded to the call of Allah and His Noble Messenger despite their distress will find great reward among the virtuous and pious.

Verse 173: When people said to them, “A multitude has gathered against you, so fear them,” it only increased their faith and they replied, “Allah is sufficient for us, and He is the best Disposer of affairs.”

Verse 174: So they returned with Allah’s favor and grace; no harm touched them. They followed what pleased Allah. Allah is the possessor of immense grace.

Verse 175: It is the devil who frightens his allies, so do not fear them. Fear Me, if you are true believers.

Verse 176: O Prophet, do not grieve for those who rush into disbelief; they cannot harm Allah in the least. Allah intends to give them no share in the Hereafter. For them is a grievous punishment.

Verse 177: Those who exchange faith for disbelief cannot harm Allah in the least. A painful punishment awaits them.

Verse 178: Do not think that the respite granted to the disbelievers is good for them; We only grant them respite so that they may increase in sinfulness. For them is a humiliating punishment.

Verse 179: Allah will not leave the believers in the state they are in until He separates the evil from the good. Nor is it Allah’s will to disclose the unseen to you, but Allah chooses from His Messengers whom He wills. So believe in Allah and His Messengers. If you have faith and are mindful of Allah, then a great reward awaits you.

Verse 180: Let not those who are miserly with what Allah has given them think that it is good for them. Rather, it is bad for them. Their hoarded wealth will become like a heavy collar around their necks on the Day of Resurrection. To Allah belongs the inheritance of the heavens and the earth, and Allah is fully aware of what you do.

Section 19

Verse 181: Surely, Allah heard those who said, “Allah is poor and we are rich.” We will record their words and their unjust killing of the prophets, and We will say, “Taste the punishment of the Fire!”

Verse 182: “This is the result of what your hands have put forth, for Allah does not wrong His servants.”

Verse 183: Those who say, “Allah has commanded us not to believe in any messenger until he brings a sacrifice consumed by fire.” Say, “Messengers came to you before me with clear signs and that which you mentioned. So why did you kill them, if you are truthful?”

Verse 184: O Prophet, if they deny you, messengers before you were also denied who came with clear signs, scriptures, and the enlightening Book.

Verse 185: Every soul will taste death, and you will only receive your full reward on the Day of Resurrection. Whoever is saved from the Fire and admitted into Paradise has truly succeeded. The life of this world is nothing but temporary enjoyment.

Verse 186: You will surely be tested in your possessions and yourselves, and you will surely hear from those who were given the Scripture before you and from those who associate partners with Allah much hurtful talk. But if you are patient and fear Allah, indeed, that is of the matters [worthy] of determination.

Verse 187: And [mention, O Muhammad], when Allah took the covenant from those who were given the Scripture, [saying], “You must make it clear to the people and not conceal it.” But they threw it away behind their backs and exchanged it for a small price. And wretched is that which they purchased.

Verse 188: Never think those who rejoice for what they have done and love to be praised for what they did not do – never think they are [safe from] the punishment, and for them is a painful punishment.

Verse 189: To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth, and Allah is over all things competent.

Section 20

Verse 190: Surely, in the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the alternation of night and day, there are signs for those with understanding.

Verse 191: Those who remember Allah while standing, sitting, and lying down on their sides, and reflect upon the creation of the heavens and the earth, saying, “Our Lord, You did not create this aimlessly; exalted are You above such a thing. So protect us from the punishment of the Fire.”

Verse 192: “Our Lord, surely whomever You admit to the Fire, You have indeed disgraced him. The wrongdoers will have no helpers.”

Verse 193: “Our Lord, we have heard a caller calling to the faith, saying, ‘Believe in your Lord,’ and we have believed. Our Lord, so forgive us our sins and remove from us our misdeeds and cause us to die with the righteous.”

Verse 194: “Our Lord, grant us what You promised us through Your messengers, and do not disgrace us on the Day of Resurrection. Surely You do not break Your promise.”

Verse 195: So their Lord accepted their supplication: “I do not waste the efforts of any worker among you, whether male or female. You are of one another. So those who emigrated, were driven out of their homes, suffered harm in My cause, and fought and were killed – I will certainly remove their sins and admit them into Gardens beneath which rivers flow, as a reward from Allah. And with Allah is the best reward.”

Verse 196: Do not be deceived by the [success and] movement of those who disbelieve throughout the land.

Verse 197: [It is but] a small enjoyment; then their [final] refuge is Hell, and wretched is the resting place.

Verse 198: But those who fear their Lord will have Gardens beneath which rivers flow, abiding eternally therein as hospitality from their Lord; and what is with Allah is best for the righteous.

Verse 199: And surely, among the People of the Scripture are those who believe in Allah and what was revealed to you and what was revealed to them, being humble before Allah. They do not exchange the verses of Allah for a small price. Those will have their reward with their Lord. Surely Allah is swift in account.

Verse 200: O you who have believed, be steadfast and vie in patience and excellence in such patience, and remain stationed and fear Allah that you may be successful.

AL NISA (THE WOMEN)

Section 1

[Verse 4:1] Hey everyone! Respect your Lord, who created all of you from just one person. From that person, He made a partner, and from these two, He spread out many men and women. Remember Allah, in whose name you seek your rights, and also be mindful of your family ties. Allah is always watching over you.

[Verse 4:2] Take care of the orphans by giving them their rightful property. Don’t replace good things with bad, and don’t use up their belongings by mixing them with yours. That would be a terrible wrongdoing.

[Verse 4:3] If you’re concerned about treating orphan girls fairly, you can marry the women you like – two, three, or four at a time. But if you’re worried about treating them equally, then marry only one, or your bondwomen. That way, you’ll be less likely to do something unjust.

[Verse 4:4] When you marry women, give them a marriage gift willingly. If they choose to give you a part of it, enjoy it happily.

[Verse 4:5] Don’t give the wealth of foolish people, who are under your care, to those who are not responsible for it. Use it to provide for them – feed and clothe them – and speak kindly to them.

[Verse 4:6] When orphan children reach the age of maturity, test their ability to manage their wealth. If they’re capable, give their property back to them. Don’t spend it recklessly out of fear that they’ll grow up. If someone doesn’t need it, they should refrain, but if someone is in need, they can use it reasonably. When you return their property, make sure there are witnesses. Allah is sufficient to hold everyone accountable.

Verse 3

There’s a share for men and a share for women in the inheritance left behind by parents and close relatives, regardless of whether it’s a small or large amount. The portions are fixed.

Verse 4:

If relatives, orphans, and the needy are present when the inheritance is being divided, give them something from it and speak to them kindly.

[Verse 4:9] Those who worry about leaving young children behind when they die should fear Allah and speak justly.

[Verse 4:10] Those who unfairly consume the wealth of orphans are only filling their stomachs with fire. Eventually, they will end up in a blazing pit.

Section 2

[Verse 4:11] Allah gives you guidance about how to distribute inheritance among your family members. A son’s share is equal to that of two daughters. If there are only daughters, they should receive two-thirds of the inheritance, even if they are more than two. If there’s only one daughter, she gets half. If the deceased has children, each parent receives a sixth of the inheritance. If the deceased has no children but has parents, then one-third goes to the mother. If there are siblings, and the deceased has made no will and has debts, the mother gets a sixth. You never know whether your fathers or sons will be more beneficial to you. These shares are set by Allah, who is All-Knowing and Wise.

[Verse 4:12] When your wives pass away, you inherit half if they have no children. If they have children, you inherit a fourth of what they leave behind, after any will they made or debts paid. Women inherit a fourth if their husbands leave no children. If there are children, they inherit an eighth, after any will or debts. If a deceased person leaves no parents or children but has siblings from the same mother, each sibling receives a sixth. If there are more than two siblings, they share a third, after any will or debts, without causing harm to the inheritance. This is Allah’s decree, and He is All-Knowing and Patient.

[Verse 4:13] These are the limits set by Allah. Whoever follows Allah and His Honorable Messenger will be admitted to Gardens beneath which rivers flow, where they will dwell eternally. This is a tremendous achievement.

[Verse 4:14] But those who disobey Allah and His Honorable Messenger, and transgress His boundaries, will be cast into the fire of Hell, where they will stay forever. They will face a humiliating punishment.

Section 3

[Verse 4:15] When there’s suspicion of adultery among women, gather testimony from four reliable men among you. If they testify, confine those women to their houses until either they pass away or Allah provides a solution.

[Verse 4:16] Both the man and the woman involved in adultery should be punished. If they repent and turn towards righteousness, then let them go. Allah is the Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:17] Allah’s acceptance of repentance is meant for those who commit wrong out of ignorance and then promptly repent. Allah is inclined to show mercy to them. Allah is All-Knowing and Wise.

[Verse 4:18] Repentance is not accepted from those who continue to sin persistently, and not from those who only seek repentance when death approaches, or from those who die as disbelievers. For them, a painful punishment is in store.

[Verse 4:19] Believers, you must not forcibly inherit women’s property, nor should you take away any part of the bridal gift you have given them, unless they are openly involved in wrongdoing. Treat them kindly. If you dislike them, you might dislike something that Allah has placed a lot of goodness within.

[Verse 4:20] If you wish to replace one wife with another, even if you had given the first wife great wealth, do not take anything back from it. Would you take it back through slander and evident wrongdoing?

[Verse 4:21] How could you take it back when you have been intimate with each other, and they have taken a strong covenant from you?

[Verse 4:22] Do not marry the women who were married to your fathers or grandfathers, except for what has already happened. Such an act is indeed disgraceful and unjust, and it’s an evil path to take.

Section 4

[Verse 4:23] You are prohibited from marrying your mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts (paternal and maternal), nieces, foster-mothers (who breast-fed you) and their daughters (your foster-sisters), mothers-in-law, and stepdaughters who are under your care, born from your marital relationships. However, if you haven’t consummated the marriage with them, there is no wrongdoing in marrying their daughters. Also, prohibited are the wives of your own sons, foster-sons, and grandsons. You can’t marry two sisters at the same time, except for what has already happened. Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Verse 4:24] All married women are off-limits to you, except for those disbelieving women who come to you as captives. This is Allah’s ruling for you. Beyond these restrictions, all other women are permissible for you, as long as you seek to marry them properly and not engage in adultery. So, when you intend to marry a woman, provide her with the agreed upon marriage gift. After giving the gift, if both of you agree on something, there is no wrongdoing. Allah is All-Knowing and Wise.

[Verse 4:25] If any of you cannot afford to marry free, believing women, then marry from the believing bondwomen you own. Allah knows your faith well, as you all belong to one another. So, marry them with their masters’ permission and give them their rightful marriage gifts according to custom. They should become faithful wives, not engaging in misconduct or secret relationships. If they get married and then commit a wrongdoing, the punishment for them is half of what’s prescribed for free women. This option is for those of you who fear falling into sin. Being patient is better for you. Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Section 5

[Verse 4:26] Allah desires to clarify His commands for you and show you the paths taken by those before you. He also wants to bestow His mercy upon you and guide you. Allah is All-Knowing and Wise.

[Verse 4:27] Some people who chase after their own desires wish to lead you astray from the right path, but Allah wishes to shower His mercy upon you.

[Verse 4:28] Allah intends to ease your burdens, for humans are created with inherent weaknesses.

[Verse 4:29] Believers, do not unjustly consume each other’s wealth, unless it’s through fair trade. And do not take lives, for Allah is exceptionally merciful to you.

[Verse 4:30] Whoever engages in unjust actions and oppression, We will surely cast them into the fire. This is an easy task for Allah.

[Verse 4:31] If you avoid major sins, which are clearly forbidden, We will forgive your lesser transgressions and admit you to an honorable place.

[Verse 4:32] Do not desire what Allah has given to others as an advantage. For men is their own share of what they earn, and for women is their share from their earnings. Seek Allah’s bounty. Allah knows everything.

[Verse 4:33] We have appointed heirs for everyone from what parents and close relatives leave behind. Give their shares to those with whom you have made agreements. Surely, all things are within Allah’s knowledge.

Section 6

[Verse 4:34] Men are responsible for the care and protection of women, as Allah has granted some advantages to men over women, and because men financially support women. So, virtuous women are those who are dedicated and protect the privacy of their husbands, in accordance with Allah’s guidelines. As for women who show signs of disobedience, first advise them, then avoid sharing their bed, and as a last resort, you may discipline them. However, if they obey you, do not continue any harm towards them. Allah is Supreme and Great.

[Verse 4:35] If you fear a marital conflict between a husband and wife, appoint an arbitrator from his family and one from her family. If they both desire reconciliation, Allah will bring about harmony between them. Indeed, Allah is All-Knowing and well-informed.

[Verse 4:36] Worship Allah without associating partners with Him, and be kind to your parents, relatives, orphans, the needy, your neighbors (both related and unrelated), companions, and travelers. Also, treat your bondwomen with respect. Allah does not like those who are arrogant and proud.

[Verse 4:37] Those who are stingy and encourage others to be stingy, concealing what Allah has blessed them with from His bounty, will face a humiliating punishment. We have prepared a shameful punishment for the disbelievers.

[Verse 4:38] Those who show off their charity and acts of kindness to be seen by others, but do not believe in Allah and the Last Day, and have the devil as their companion—what a terrible companion they have!

[Verse 4:39] What will they lose if they had believed in Allah and the Last Day, and given from what Allah has provided for them? Allah knows them well.

[Verse 4:40] Allah does not wrong anyone even by a tiny bit. For every good deed, He multiplies the reward and gives a generous reward from Himself.

[Verse 4:41] Imagine when We bring a witness from every nation, and We bring you (O Prophet Muhammad) as a witness over them. (The Prophet is a witness from Allah.)

[Verse 4:42] On that day, those who disbelieved and disobeyed the Noble Messenger will wish that the earth would swallow them up, as they won’t be able to hide anything from Allah.

Section 7

[Verse 4:43] Believers, do not approach the prayer when you are under the influence of alcohol, until you understand what you are saying, nor in a state of impurity without having taken a bath—except if you are traveling. If you are sick, on a journey, or have used the restroom, or have had sexual contact with women, and you can’t find water, then cleanse yourselves with clean earth and gently wipe your faces and hands with it. Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:44] Have you not seen those who were given a portion of the Scripture? They purchase falsehood and wish that you too would go astray from the right path.

[Verse 4:45] Allah knows well your adversaries. Allah is Sufficient as a Protector, and Allah is Sufficient as a Helper.

[Verse 4:46] Some of the Jews twist their tongues and change the words, saying, “We hear and disobey,” and they play with the word “Raena” to mock and slander the faith. Had they said, “We hear and we obey,” and “Listen to us,” and “Look upon us kindly,” it would have been better and more just for them. But Allah has cursed them for their disbelief. They hardly believe except a little.

[Verse 4:47] People of the Book, believe in what We have sent down, confirming what you possess, before We alter faces and turn them backwards, or curse them as We cursed the Sabbath-breakers. Allah’s decree is always executed.

[Verse 4:48] Surely, Allah does not forgive associating partners with Him, but forgives anything below that for whomever He wills. Whoever associates partners with Allah has indeed committed a grave sin.

[Verse 4:49] Have you not seen those who claim to be pure? In reality, Allah purifies whom He wills. There will be no injustice to them, not even the size of a speck on a date seed.

[Verse 4:50] See how they fabricate lies against Allah! This alone is a significant and blatant sin.

Section 8

[Verse 4:51] Have you not seen those who were given a portion of the Book? They believe in idols and the devil, and they even claim that disbelievers are better guided than Muslims.

[Verse 4:52] They are the ones whom Allah has cursed, and for those whom Allah curses, you, Prophet Muhammad, will never find any helper.

[Verse 4:53] Do they claim a share in the authority? If they did, they wouldn’t give even a tiny bit to anyone.

[Verse 4:54] Do they envy people for the bounties Allah has given them from His grace? We have granted the family of Abraham the Scripture and wisdom, and We have bestowed upon them a great kingdom.

[Verse 4:55] Some of them believed in it, and some turned away from it. Hell is enough of a blazing fire as a consequence!

[Verse 4:56] We will surely admit those who disbelieve in Our signs to the Fire. As their skins are burned, We will replace them with new ones, so they may taste the punishment again and again. Allah is Almighty, Wise.

[Verse 4:57] As for those who believed and did good deeds, We will admit them to Gardens beneath which rivers flow, where they will abide forever. In it, they will have pure spouses, and We will grant them abundant shade.

[Verse 4:58] Allah commands you to fulfill your trusts to their rightful owners and when you judge between people, do so with justice. Allah gives you wise counsel, for He is All-Hearing and All-Seeing.

[Verse 4:59] Believers, obey Allah, the Noble Messenger, and those in authority among you. If a dispute arises, refer it to Allah and the Noble Messenger, if you truly believe in Allah and the Last Day. This is the best way and the best outcome.

Section 9

[Verse 4:60] Have you not seen those who claim belief in what has been revealed to you and what was revealed before you, yet they wish to make the devil their judge, even though they were commanded to reject him completely? The devil desires to lead them far astray.

[Verse 4:61] When they are told, “Come to the Book sent down by Allah and to the Noble Messenger,” you will notice how the hypocrites turn away from you.

[Verse 4:62] What will happen if a disaster befalls them because of what they have done in the past? Then they come to you, swearing by Allah, saying, “We intended nothing but good and harmony.”

[Verse 4:63] Allah knows the secrets of their hearts, so avoid them, advise them, and speak to them in a clear manner about their affairs.

[Verse 4:64] We did not send any Noble Messenger except that they must be obeyed by Allah’s command. If they, after wronging themselves, come to you seeking Allah’s forgiveness, and the Noble Messenger seeks forgiveness for them, they will surely find Allah as the Most Accepting of Repentance, the Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:65] By your Lord’s oath, they will not be true believers until they make you the judge in their disputes and accept your decisions without resistance, and their hearts are fully content with what you have decreed.

[Verse 4:66] If We had decreed for them to give up their lives or leave their homes, only a few would have done so. If they had followed your advice, it would have been better for them and would have increased their faith.

[Verse 4:67] And if they had done so, We would have granted them a great reward from Ourselves.

[Verse 4:68] We would have certainly guided them to the Straight Path.

[Verse 4:69] Whoever obeys Allah and His Noble Messenger will be in the company of those whom Allah has blessed: the Prophets, the truthful, the martyrs, and the righteous. What excellent companions they are!

[Verse 4:70] This is Allah’s bounty, and Allah is Sufficient and All-Knowing.

Section 10

[Verse 4:71] Believers, be watchful and advance towards the enemy, either in small groups or as a whole.

[Verse 4:72] Among you, there are those who will lag behind. If a misfortune befalls you, they will say, “Allah’s favor upon me was that I wasn’t there with them.”

[Verse 4:73] If you receive a blessing from Allah, that person will say, as if there was no connection between you and him, “Oh, I wish I had been with them; I would have surely achieved great success!”

[Verse 4:74] Those who trade the life of this world for the Hereafter should strive in Allah’s cause. We will grant a tremendous reward to whoever fights for Allah’s cause, whether they become martyrs or achieve victory.

[Verse 4:75] Why shouldn’t you fight in Allah’s cause and for those who are weak among men, women, and children, saying, “Our Lord, deliver us from this town whose people are unjust, and grant us a protector from You, and grant us a helper from You.” Allah has provided ample help to the believers.

[Verse 4:76] The believers fight for the cause of Allah, while the disbelievers fight for the devil’s cause. So, oppose the allies of the devil. The devil’s plans are always feeble.

Section 11

[Verse 4:77] Have you not observed those who were told, “Restrain your hands, establish prayer, and give charity,” but when fighting was prescribed for them, a group among them feared men as they should fear Allah, or even more? They said, “Our Lord, why have You decreed fighting for us? If only You would delay it for us a short while more!” Tell them, O Prophet, “The enjoyment of this world is brief, and the Hereafter is better for the righteous. You will not be wronged even the width of a thread.”

[Verse 4:78] Wherever you are, death will find you, even if you are in towers built up strong. When some good comes their way, they say, “This is from Allah,” and when misfortune befalls them, they say, “This is from you.” Say, “All is from Allah.” So, what is the matter with these people that they fail to understand any statement?

[Verse 4:79] Whatever goodness comes to you, O people, is from Allah, and whatever misfortune befalls you is from your own deeds. We have sent you, O Prophet, as a messenger to humanity, and Allah is sufficient as a witness.

[Verse 4:80] Whoever obeys the Noble Messenger has indeed obeyed Allah, and for those who turn away, We have not sent you as their guardian.

[Verse 4:81] They claim obedience, but when they leave your presence, a group of them conspires at night to do otherwise than what they said. Allah records their plots during the night. So, ignore them and put your trust in Allah. Allah is sufficient as a Trustee of affairs.

[Verse 4:82] Do they not ponder over the Quran? Had it been from anyone other than Allah, they would have found many inconsistencies in it.

[Verse 4:83] When news of security or fear comes to them, they spread it around. Had they referred it to the Messenger and to those in authority among them, those who could draw conclusions from it would have known the truth about it. If not for Allah’s bounty and His mercy upon you, all but a few of you would have followed Satan.

[Verse 4:84] Fight, then, for the cause of Allah. You are accountable for yourself alone. Urge the believers to fight, so that Allah may restrain the might of the disbelievers. Allah’s punishment is severe.

[Verse 4:85] Whoever intercedes with a good deed will have a share in its reward, and whoever intercedes with an evil deed will have a share in its burden. Allah is capable of all things.

[Verse 4:86] When you are greeted with a greeting, return it with one better than it, or at least equal to it. Allah takes account of all things.

[Verse 4:87] Allah! There is no deity except Him. Surely, He will gather you all together on the Day of Resurrection, which is undoubtedly true. And whose words can be truer than those of Allah? (Allah never speaks falsely.)

Section 12:

[Verse 4:88] What has come over you that you are divided into two groups regarding the hypocrites, while Allah has reverted them to disbelief because of their deeds? Do you intend to guide those whom Allah has led astray? For him whom Allah leads astray, you will never find the way.

[Verse 4:89] They wish that you disbelieve just as they disbelieved, so that you all become equal. So, do not take any of them as allies until they emigrate for the cause of Allah. But if they turn away, seize them and kill them wherever you find them, and do not take from among them any ally or helper.

[Verse 4:90] Except for those who take refuge with a people between yourselves and whom is a treaty, or those who come to you, their hearts strained at [the prospect of] fighting you or fighting their own people. And if Allah had willed, He could have given them power over you, and they would have fought you. So if they remove themselves from you and do not fight you and offer you peace, then Allah has not made for you a cause [for fighting] against them.

[Verse 4:91] You will find others who wish to obtain security from you and [to] obtain security from their people. Every time they are returned to [the influence of] disbelief, they fall [back] into it. So if they do not withdraw from you or offer you peace or restrain their hands, then seize them and kill them wherever you overtake them. And those – We have made for you against them a clear authorization.

Section 13:

[Verse 4:92] It is not permissible for a Muslim to intentionally kill another Muslim, except in the case of accidental killing. In the event of accidental killing, the person responsible must free a believing slave and pay compensation to the family of the deceased, unless they forgive it. If the victim is from a hostile group and the one responsible for the killing is a Muslim, then only the freeing of a believing slave is required. If the victim belongs to a people with whom you have a treaty, then compensation must be paid to their family along with the freeing of a believing slave. If someone is unable to do this, they must fast for two consecutive months as expiation. This is the atonement ordained by Allah, and Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

[Verse 4:93] Whoever intentionally kills a Muslim, their recompense will be Hell, wherein they will abide eternally. Allah’s wrath and curse are upon them, and a severe punishment has been prepared for them.

[Verse 4:94] O believers! When you set out for battle, be diligent and do not say to someone who offers you peace, “You are not a believer,” seeking the fleeting gains of this worldly life. With Allah are abundant spoils. You were once in the same position, and Allah favored you, so carefully consider. Allah is well-aware of what you do.

[Verse 4:95] Those believers who stay behind without a valid reason during a battle are not equal to those who strive with their wealth and lives in Allah’s cause. Allah has elevated those who strive with their wealth and lives to a higher rank than those who remain behind. To the strivers, Allah has promised goodness, and Allah has favored the strivers over those who stay behind with a tremendous reward:

[Verse 4:96] Degrees of high rank from Him and forgiveness and mercy. Allah is most forgiving, most merciful.

Section 14:

[Verse 4:97] The angels will question those whose souls are taken while they were wronging themselves, asking, “What were you engaged in?” They will reply, “We were weak and helpless in the land.” The angels will retort, “Wasn’t Allah’s earth vast enough for you to find a place of refuge?” Their ultimate abode will be Hell, and what an awful place to return to.

[Verse 4:98] Except for those who were truly oppressed among men, women, and children who couldn’t devise a plan or find a way.

[Verse 4:99] For such people, there is hope that Allah will forgive them; Allah is the Most Forgiving, the Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:100] Whoever migrates for the sake of Allah will find abundant refuge and wide opportunities in the land. And whoever leaves their home, migrating towards Allah and His Noble Messenger, and then death overtakes them, their reward rests with Allah. Allah is the Most Forgiving, the Most Merciful.

Section 15:

[Verse 4:101] When you are traveling through the land, it is permissible to shorten some of your obligatory prayers if you fear that the disbelievers may harm you. Certainly, the disbelievers are your open enemies.

[Verse 4:102] And when you (O Prophet Muhammad) are among them, leading them in prayer, let a group of them stand with you, holding their weapons. When they have finished their prostrations, let them move to the back, and let another group, who have not yet prayed, come forward to pray with you, keeping their guard and weapons. The disbelievers hope that you will neglect your weapons and provisions, so that they can swoop down upon you in a single attack. But there is no blame upon you if you lay aside your weapons due to rain or illness. However, always be cautious. Indeed, Allah has prepared a humiliating punishment for the disbelievers.

[Verse 4:103] And when you are safe, then remember Allah standing, sitting, and lying on your sides. And when you are secure, establish prayer as usual. Verily, the prayer is enjoined on the believers at fixed times.

[Verse 4:104] Do not be weak in pursuing the disbelievers. If you are suffering, they are also suffering as you are, but you hope for something from Allah that they do not. Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

Section 16:

[Verse 4:105] We have sent down to you (O Prophet Muhammad) the Book in truth, so that you may judge between people according to what Allah has shown you. And do not defend those who betray others.

[Verse 4:106] Seek forgiveness from Allah. Indeed, Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:107] Do not plead on behalf of those who deceive themselves. Allah does not love those who are treacherous, sinful.

[Verse 4:108] They hide from people, but they cannot hide from Allah, for Allah is with them when they plot in their hearts what displeases Him. Allah encompasses their actions.

[Verse 4:109] Beware! You are the ones who argued on their behalf in the worldly life. So who will plead for them with Allah on the Day of Resurrection, or who will be their advocate?

[Verse 4:110] And whoever commits a wrong or sins against himself and then seeks forgiveness from Allah, will find Allah Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:111] And whoever earns a sin, only burdens himself. Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

[Verse 4:112] Whoever commits a mistake or a sin and then blames it on an innocent person has indeed burdened themselves with false accusations and a clear sin.

Section 17:

[Verse 4:113] And if it were not for Allah’s grace and His mercy upon you, a group of them would have liked to mislead you. But they only mislead themselves, and they will not harm you at all. And Allah has revealed to you the Book and wisdom, and taught you what you did not know. And Allah’s favor upon you is great.

[Verse 4:114] Most of their discussions are not beneficial, except for those who enjoin charity or goodness or reconciliation among people. Whoever does that seeking Allah’s pleasure, We will grant him a great reward.

[Verse 4:115] And whoever opposes the Noble Messenger after guidance has become clear to him and follows a way other than that of the believers, We will leave him in the path he has chosen and burn him in Hell – what an evil destination!

Section 18:

[Verse 4:116] Allah does not forgive the sin of associating partners with Him, but He forgives any other sin to whomever He wills. Whoever associates partners with Allah has indeed gone far astray.

[Verse 4:117] The polytheists do not truly worship Allah, but they worship mere females, and they do not worship anyone except the rebellious Satan.

[Verse 4:118] Allah has cursed him. And Satan said, “I will surely take a portion of Your servants and lead them astray, and I will surely arouse in them [sinful] desires, and I will command them, and they will surely cut the ears of cattle, and I will command them, and they will surely change the creation of Allah.” And whoever takes Satan as an ally instead of Allah has certainly sustained a clear loss.

[Verse 4:119] Satan promises them and arouses desires in them. But Satan does not promise them except delusion.

[Verse 4:120] The refuge of such will be Hell, and they will not find from it an escape.

[Verse 4:121] But those who believe and do righteous deeds – We will admit them to Gardens beneath which rivers flow, wherein they abide forever. A true promise from Allah, and who is more truthful than Allah in statement.

[Verse 4:122] Paradise is not obtained by your wishful thinking, nor by the wishful thinking of the People of the Scripture. Whoever does a wrong will be recompensed for it, and he will not find besides Allah a protector or a helper.

[Verse 4:123] And whoever does righteous deeds, whether male or female, while being a believer – those will enter Paradise and will not be wronged, [even as much as] the speck on a date seed.

[Verse 4:124] And who is better in religion than one who submits himself to Allah while being a doer of good and follows the religion of Abraham, inclining toward truth? And Allah took Abraham as an intimate friend.

[Verse 4:125] And to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And Allah is sufficient as Disposer of affairs.

Section 19:

[Verse 4:127] They ask you for a ruling about women. Say, “Allah gives you a ruling about them, and the revelation in the Book concerning orphan girls to whom you do not give what is decreed for them – nor marry them – and concerning the oppressed children, and that you maintain justice for orphans. And whatever good you do, Allah knows it.”

[Verse 4:128] If a woman fears ill-treatment or neglect from her husband, there is no blame on them if they arrange a fair settlement between themselves; and settlement is best. And human souls are inclined to greed. But if you do good and are conscious of Allah – then indeed Allah is fully aware of what you do.

[Verse 4:129] You will never be able to do perfect justice between wives even if it is your ardent desire; so do not incline too much to one of them, leaving the other hanging. If you do what is right and mindful of Allah, then surely Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Verse 4:130] And if they separate, Allah will enrich each [of them] from His abundance. Allah is All-Encompassing, All-Wise.

[Verse 4:131] And to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And indeed, We have commanded those who were given the Scripture before you and yourselves to fear Allah. But if you disbelieve – then to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy.

[Verse 4:132] And to Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. And Allah is sufficient as a Disposer of affairs.

[Verse 4:133] O mankind! If He willed, He could do away with you and bring forth a new creation.

[Verse 4:134] Whoever desires the reward of this world – then with Allah is the reward of this world and the Hereafter. And Allah is Hearing and Seeing.

Section 20:

[Verse 4:135] O believers! Stand firm for justice as witnesses for Allah, even if it is against yourselves, parents, or relatives. Whether one is rich or poor, Allah takes care of both. So do not follow your desires, lest you swerve from justice. If you distort your testimony or refuse to give it, Allah is fully aware of what you do.

[Verse 4:136] O you who believe! Have faith in Allah, His Messenger, the Book He revealed to His Messenger, and the Scriptures He revealed before. Whoever rejects Allah, His angels, His Books, His Messengers, and the Last Day has indeed strayed far from the truth.

[Verse 4:137] Those who believe, then disbelieve, then believe again, then disbelieve again, and then continue in disbelief – Allah will not forgive them, nor will He guide them to any way.

[Verse 4:138] Give the hypocrites the news that there is a painful punishment for them.

[Verse 4:139] Those who take disbelievers for friends instead of believers, do they seek honor with them? But all honor belongs to Allah.

[Verse 4:140] Allah has revealed in the Book that when you hear Allah’s revelations being denied and mocked at, do not sit with those who indulge in such talk until they engage in some other conversation. If you did, you would be just like them. Surely, Allah will gather the hypocrites and the disbelievers all together into Hell.

[Verse 4:141] Those who eagerly watch your setbacks, if a victory comes from Allah, they say, “Were we not with you?” And if the disbelievers gain power, they say, “Did we not support you against the believers?” Allah will judge between you all on the Day of Resurrection, and Allah will not give the disbelievers any way to overcome the believers.

Section 21:

[Verse 4:142] Indeed, the hypocrites try to deceive Allah, but He will turn their deception back upon them. When they stand for prayer, they do it reluctantly, showing off to people, and they remember Allah only a little.

[Verse 4:143] Vacillating between belief and disbelief, belonging neither to the believers nor to the disbelievers. And for those whom Allah leads astray, you will never find a way for them.

[Verse 4:144] O believers! Do not take disbelievers as allies instead of fellow believers. Do you want to give Allah a clear case against you?

[Verse 4:145] Surely the hypocrites will be in the lowest depths of the Fire, and you will find no helper for them.

[Verse 4:146] Except those who repent, reform, hold fast to Allah, and dedicate their religion purely to Him. They are with the believers, and Allah will soon grant the believers a great reward.

[Verse 4:147] What will Allah gain by punishing you if you are grateful and believe? Allah is Appreciative, All-Knowing.

[Verse 4:148] Allah does not like the publicizing of evil speech except by someone who has been wronged. Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

[Verse 4:149] Whether you do good openly or in secret, or forgive an offense, Allah is Forgiving, Capable.

[Verse 4:150] Those who disbelieve in Allah and His Messengers and seek to create a distinction between Allah and His Messengers, saying, “We believe in some and reject others,” and try to take a middle course,

[Verse 4:151] They are the true disbelievers, and for the disbelievers, We have prepared a humiliating punishment.

[Verse 4:152] But those who believe in Allah and all His Messengers and do not differentiate between any of them, Allah will soon give them their rewards. Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

Section 22:

[Verse 4:153] O Prophet, the People of the Book ask you to bring down a divine book upon them from the heavens. They had asked even more than that from Moses, saying, “Show us Allah plainly.” So a thunderbolt struck them for their wrongdoing. Then they took the calf for worship even after clear signs had come to them. Yet We pardoned that, and We granted Moses manifest authority.

[Verse 4:154] And We lifted the mount above them when We took their covenant, and We said to them, “Enter the gate bowing humbly,” and We commanded them, “Do not violate the Sabbath,” and We took from them a solemn pledge.

[Verse 4:155] So for breaking their covenant and disbelieving in Allah’s signs, and unjustly killing their Prophets, and for saying, “Our hearts are sealed,”—indeed it is Allah who has sealed their hearts due to their denial, so they do not believe except for a few.

[Verse 4:156] And for their disbelief and their false accusation against Mary,

[Verse 4:157] And for claiming, “We have killed the Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary, the Messenger of Allah.” In fact, they did not kill him, nor did they crucify him, but a resemblance of him was made. Those who disagree about him are surely in doubt concerning him. They have no knowledge of him except following assumptions, and they did not kill him for certain.

[Verse 4:158] Instead, Allah raised him up toward Himself. Allah is Almighty, Wise.

[Verse 4:159] There is none from the People of the Book but will believe in him (Jesus) before his death, and on the Day of Resurrection, he will be a witness against them.

[Verse 4:160] Because of their injustice, We forbade them some good things that were previously permitted to them. And for their turning away many from the path of Allah.

[Verse 4:161] And for their taking usury while they were forbidden from it, and their wrongful appropriation of people’s wealth. For those among them who disbelieve, We have prepared a painful punishment.

[Verse 4:162] But those among them who are well-grounded in knowledge and believe in what has been revealed to you, [O Prophet], and what was revealed before you, and those who establish prayer and give Zakah, and those who believe in Allah and the Last Day – to them We will surely give a great reward.

Section 23:

[Verse 4:163] We have sent revelations to you (Prophet Muhammad) just as We sent revelations to Noah and the prophets after him. We sent revelations to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, their descendants, Jesus, Job, Jonah, Aaron, Solomon, and We gave the Psalms to David.

[Verse 4:164] And We have mentioned to you the messengers before, and We did not mention others, and Allah spoke directly to Moses.

[Verse 4:165] Messengers who brought good news and warnings, so that people would have no argument against Allah after the coming of the messengers. Allah is Almighty, Wise.

[Verse 4:166] Allah bears witness to what He has sent down to you; He sent it down with His knowledge. The angels also bear witness, and Allah is sufficient as a witness.

[Verse 4:167] Those who disbelieve and turn people away from the path of Allah have indeed gone far astray.

[Verse 4:168] Those who disbelieve and commit excesses, Allah will not forgive them nor guide them to any path,

[Verse 4:169] except the path of Hell, wherein they will abide forever. And that is easy for Allah.

[Verse 4:170] O mankind! The Noble Messenger has come to you with the truth from your Lord. So believe, it is for your own good. But if you disbelieve, then indeed to Allah belongs all that is in the heavens and the earth, and Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

[Verse 4:171] O People of the Book! Do not exceed the limits in your religion, and do not speak about Allah anything except the truth. The Messiah, Jesus, the son of Mary, was but a messenger of Allah and His word which He directed towards Mary and a soul from Him. So believe in Allah and His messengers, and do not say, “Trinity.” Desist, it is better for you. Allah is the only One God. Glory be to Him. Far above is He from having a son. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and the earth, and Allah is sufficient as Trustee.

Section 24:

[Verse 4:172] The Messiah does not despise being a servant of Allah, and nor do the honored angels. And whoever disdains His worship and is arrogant, He will gather them all to Himself.

[Verse 4:173] Then, to those who believed and did righteous deeds, He will give their rewards in full and grant them even more out of His bounty. But those who disdain His worship and are arrogant, He will punish them with a painful punishment. And they will find no protector or helper for themselves besides Allah.

[Verse 4:174] O mankind! Indeed, a clear proof has come to you from your Lord, and We have sent down a clear light for you—(a Messenger who is) the Clear Proof from Allah.

[Verse 4:175] So, for those who believe in Allah and hold fast to Him, He will admit them to His mercy and grace, and will guide them to Himself on a straight path.

[Verse 4:176] O Prophet! They ask you for a legal decision. Say, “Allah gives you a legal decision about the person who has neither parents nor children. If a man dies childless and he has a sister, she will have half of what he leaves, and he inherits from her if she dies childless. And if there are two sisters, they will have two-thirds of what he leaves. If the heirs are brothers and sisters, the male will have the share of two females. Allah makes things clear to you, lest you go astray. And Allah knows all things.”

Section 1

[Verse 5:1] O Believers! Honor your commitments. The lawful animals for consumption have been made permissible for you, with the exception of what will be announced to you later. However, refrain from hunting during the pilgrimage. Indeed, Allah decrees what He wills.

[Verse 5:2] O Believers! Do not violate the sanctity of Allah’s symbols, the sacred months, the animals marked for sacrifice at the Sacred House (Kaaba), the animals with garlands, and those traveling to seek Allah’s blessings. Once you’ve completed the pilgrimage, hunting is allowed. Do not let the enmity of those who hindered you from the Sacred Mosque lead you to injustice. Help one another in righteousness and piety, not in sin and wrongdoing. Fear Allah; His punishment is severe.

[Verse 5:3] Forbidden for you are carrion, blood, pork, animals slaughtered without invoking Allah’s name, strangled animals, animals beaten to death, animals fallen from a height, animals gored by horns, and animals attacked by beasts of prey—unless you properly slaughter them. Also prohibited is food offered to idols, and food determined by arrows (as a form of divination). This is sinful behavior. On this day, disbelievers despair of altering your religion. So do not fear them, but fear Me. Today, I have perfected your religion, completed My favor upon you, and chosen Islam as your way of life. If compelled by necessity, without a desire for sin, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Verse 5:4] They ask you what is permissible for them. Say, “Good things are allowed for you, and the trained hunting animals which you use, as Allah has taught you. Eat what they catch for you, and remember Allah’s name over it. Fear Allah; indeed, He is swift in taking account.”

[Verse 5:5] On this day, all good and pure things have been made lawful for you. The food of the People of the Book is permissible for you, and your food is permissible for them. Also, lawful for you are the chaste Muslim women and the chaste women among the People of the Book, when you provide them their bridal compensation. However, refrain from illicit relationships or taking them as mistresses. Whoever turns away from faith after accepting it is misguided and will be among the losers in the Hereafter.

[Verse 5:6] Believers, when you prepare for prayer, wash your faces, hands up to the elbows, and wipe wet hands over your heads. Also, wash your feet up to the ankles. If you’re in need of a full bath, cleanse yourselves thoroughly. If you’re sick, traveling, answering nature’s call, or have been intimate with women and can’t find water, then use clean earth to cleanse yourself. Rub it on your faces and hands. Allah doesn’t want to burden you but to purify you and complete His favor. Be grateful.

[Verse 5:7] Remember Allah’s blessings and the covenant He took when you said, “We hear and obey.” Fear Allah; He knows what’s in your hearts.

[Verse 5:8] Believers, uphold justice and bear witness fairly. Don’t let animosity sway you from justice. Be just, for it’s closer to piety. Fear Allah; He’s well aware of your deeds.

[Verse 5:9] Allah promises forgiveness and a great reward to those who believe and do good.

[Verse 5:10] But those who disbelieve and reject our signs—they are the inhabitants of hell.

[Verse 5:11] Believers, recall Allah’s favor when a group sought to harm you, and Allah prevented them from harming you. Fear Allah and rely on Him alone, O Muslims.

Section 3

[Verse 5:12] Allah made a covenant with the Children of Israel and appointed twelve leaders among them. He said, “If you establish prayer, give charity, believe in My Messengers, support them, and give a good loan to Allah, I will forgive your sins and grant you paradise. But if you break this covenant, you’ll go astray.”

[Verse 5:13] They repeatedly broke the covenant, so Allah cursed and hardened their hearts. They distorted Allah’s words and forgot much of their teachings. You’ll find them deceitful, but forgive and pardon them. Allah loves the righteous.

[Verse 5:14] A similar covenant was made with those who declared themselves Christians, but they forgot much of their teachings. Enmity and hatred will persist among them until the Day of Judgment. Allah will inform them of their actions.

[Verse 5:15] O People of the Book! Our Messenger has come to you, revealing hidden parts of the Book and forgiving much. A light and clear Book has come from Allah.

[Verse 5:16] This Book guides those who follow Allah’s will toward peace and out of darkness into light. Allah guides whom He wills to the right path.

[Verse 5:17] Those who claim that Jesus is Allah have indeed disbelieved. Who could resist Allah if He decided to destroy Jesus, Mary, and all on earth? Allah holds dominion over the heavens and earth; He creates as He wills.

[Verse 5:18] Jews and Christians claim to be Allah’s children and beloved. Why then does He punish them for their sins? They are humans; He forgives and punishes as He wills. The sovereignty of the heavens and earth belongs to Allah, and all will return to Him.

[Verse 5:19] Our Messenger has come to you, revealing Our commands after a long gap in Messengers. This way, you can’t say, “No Herald of Glad Tidings or Warner came to us.” Now you have received the Glad Tidings and Warning. Allah is All-Powerful.

Section 4

[Verse 5:20] When Moses said to his people, “Remember Allah’s blessings upon you, He appointed Prophets among you and made you kings, granting you what He didn’t give to others.”

[Verse 5:21] “Enter the holy land that Allah has decreed for you; don’t turn back, or you’ll be losers.”

[Verse 5:32] That’s why We decreed for the Children of Israel: killing a person is like killing all of humanity. Saving one life is like saving all of humanity. Even after clear proofs from our Messengers, many among them still oppress others.

[Verse 5:33] Those who wage war against Allah and His Messenger and create disorder in the land will face severe punishment – death, crucifixion, cutting off hands and feet from opposite sides, or exile. This is their disgrace in this world, and they’ll suffer in the Hereafter.

[Verse 5:34] However, if they repent before you apprehend them, Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

Section 6

[Verse 5:35] O believers! Fear Allah, seek His means, and strive for His cause in hopes of success.

[Verse 5:36] Even if disbelievers owned the earth’s treasures and more and offered it to avoid the Day of Judgment’s punishment, it wouldn’t be accepted. For them, there’s a painful punishment.

Section 5

[Verse 5:22] The people told Moses, “In the land live a strong nation. We won’t enter until they leave. Once they’re gone, we’ll enter.”

[Verse 5:23] But two God-fearing men said, “Enter through the gate with determination. Victory will be yours if you rely on Allah with faith.”

[Verse 5:24] Others insisted, “We won’t enter as long as they’re there. You and your Lord go fight; we’ll stay here.”

[Verse 5:25] Moses said, “I have no control over them; only myself and my brother. Keep us separate from the disobedient.”

[Verse 5:26] Allah said, “They’re forbidden from the land for forty years, wandering. Don’t grieve for these disobedient people.”

Section 6

[Verse 5:27] Tell them the story of Adam’s two sons. Each offered a sacrifice, and one was accepted, while the other’s wasn’t. The latter threatened to kill the former.

[Verse 5:28] The accepted one said, “I won’t harm you. I fear Allah, the Lord of the worlds.”

[Verse 5:29] “I only want you to bear my sin and yours, so you’ll be among the people of hell. That’s the fate of the unjust.”

[Verse 5:30] His soul led him to kill his brother, which led to his own ruin.

[Verse 5:31] Allah sent a crow to show him how to hide his brother’s body. He said, “I’m worse than this crow; I can’t even hide my brother’s corpse.” And he felt deep remorse.

[Verse 5:32] That’s why We ordained for the Children of Israel: Whoever kills a person, unless it’s for murder or mischief in the land, is as if he has killed all of humanity. And whoever saves a life, it’s as if he has saved all of humanity. Our Messengers brought them clear proofs, yet many of them still commit excesses on the earth.

[Verse 5:33] The penalty for those who wage war against Allah and His Messenger, spreading corruption in the land, is execution, crucifixion, or the cutting off of their hands and feet from opposite sides, or banishment from the land. This is their disgrace in this world, and a terrible punishment awaits them in the Hereafter.

[Verse 5:34] Except for those who repent before you apprehend them. You should know that Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

Section 6

[Verse 5:35] Believers, be mindful of Allah, seek a path to approach Him, and strive in His cause, hoping for success.

[Verse 5:36] Even if the disbelievers possessed all the treasures of the earth and offered them to ransom themselves from the torment of the Day of Resurrection, it would not be accepted from them. Their punishment will be severe.

Section 7

[Verse 5:37] They’ll wish to escape from hell, but they won’t. They’ll face eternal punishment.

[Verse 5:38] Cut off the hands of male and female thieves as a punishment from Allah. Allah is Almighty, Wise.

[Verse 5:39] If someone repents and reforms after wrongdoing, Allah’s mercy awaits. He’s Forgiving, Merciful.

[Verse 5:40] Remember, Allah has complete control over the heavens and earth. He forgives and punishes as He wills. Allah is All-Powerful.

[Verse 5:41] O Messenger! Don’t let disbelievers distress you – those who claim faith with their mouths, but their hearts deny it. Also, beware of some Jews who twist words and listen to falsehood, avoiding you. They try to manipulate Allah’s commands. Don’t fret; Allah knows their hearts. They’ll face disgrace and punishment.

[Verse 5:42] Those who eagerly follow lies, who indulge in the forbidden – if they come to you seeking judgment, be fair. If you turn away, they can’t harm you. Allah loves fairness.

[Verse 5:43] Why do they want your judgment when they have the Torah with Allah’s commands? They won’t accept faith.

Section 8

[Verse 5:44] We sent the Torah as guidance and light. The obedient Prophets, rabbis, and scholars were to protect it. Don’t fear men; fear Allah. Don’t trade Allah’s revelations for a petty gain. Whoever doesn’t judge by Allah’s laws is a disbeliever.

[Verse 5:45] In the Torah, retribution is “an eye for an eye.” Whoever accepts it is forgiven. Those who don’t judge by Allah’s laws are unjust.

[Verse 5:46] Jesus, following earlier Prophets, confirmed the Torah and received the Gospel – a guide for the pious.

[Verse 5:47] People of the Gospel must judge by its contents. Those who don’t are sinners.

[Verse 5:48] We sent the true Book to you, confirming previous ones. Judge by what Allah sent, not their desires. Each community has its laws. Allah tests you with diversity. Strive in good deeds. Allah will judge your disputes.

[Verse 5:49] Muslims, judge by Allah’s laws, not their desires. Beware their attempts to divert you. If they turn away, Allah will hold them accountable for their sins. Many are disobedient.

[Verse 5:50] Do they seek ignorant judgment? Allah’s judgment is the best for those who are certain.

Section 8

[Verse 5:51] Believers, do not take Jews and Christians as allies; they are allies to one another. Whoever among you takes them as allies is indeed one of them. Allah does not guide the wrongdoers.

[Verse 5:52] You will see those with sickness in their hearts rushing to them, saying, “We fear a turn of fortune may befall us.” But perhaps Allah will bring about victory or some other event from Him. Then they will regret what they kept concealed within themselves.

[Verse 5:53] And those who believe will say, “Are these the ones who swore by Allah their strongest oaths that they were with you?” Their deeds have gone to waste, and they have become losers.

[Verse 5:54] O you who believe! Whoever among you turns back from his religion, Allah will bring a people whom He loves and who love Him, who are humble towards the believers, stern towards the disbelievers, and strive in the cause of Allah, not fearing the blame of any critic. That is the favor of Allah; He grants it to whom He wills. Allah is all-encompassing, all-knowing.

[Verse 5:55] Your allies are none but Allah, His Messenger, and those who believe – those who establish prayer, give zakah, and bow down in worship.

[Verse 5:56] Whoever allies themselves with Allah, His Messenger, and the believers, then surely the party of Allah will be victorious.

Section 9

[Verse 5:57] O you who believe! Do not take those who mock your religion from among the People of the Scripture and the disbelievers as allies. And fear Allah, if you should truly be believers.

[Verse 5:58] When you call to prayer, they mock and ridicule it. This is because they are a people who do not understand.

[Verse 5:59] Say, “O People of the Scripture, do you resent us only because we believe in Allah and what was revealed to us and what was revealed before, and because most of you are defiantly disobedient?”

[Verse 5:60] Say, “Shall I inform you of [what is] worse than that as penalty from Allah? [It is that of] those whom Allah has cursed and with whom He became angry and made of them apes and pigs and slaves of Taghut. Those are worse in position and further astray from the sound way.”

[Verse 5:61] When they come to you, they say, “We believe.” But they have entered with disbelief and they have certainly left with it. And Allah is most knowing of what they were concealing.

[Verse 5:62] You see many of them hastening into sin and aggression and the devouring of [what is] unlawful. How wretched is what they have been doing.

[Verse 5:63] Why do the rabbis and religious scholars not forbid them from saying sinful words and consuming unlawful things? How wretched is what they have been practicing.

[Verse 5:64] And the Jews say, “The hand of Allah is chained.” Chained are their hands, and cursed are they for what they say. Rather, both His hands are extended; He spends however He wills. And that which has been revealed to you from your Lord will surely increase many of them in transgression and disbelief. And We have cast among them animosity and hatred until the Day of Resurrection. Every time they kindled the fire of war, Allah extinguished it. And they strive throughout the land causing corruption, and Allah does not like corrupters.

[Verse 5:65] And if only the People of the Scripture had believed and feared Allah, We would have removed from them their misdeeds and admitted them to Gardens of Pleasure.

Section 10

[Verse 5:66] If only they had upheld the Taurat, the Injeel, and what was revealed to them from their Lord, they would have consumed provisions from above them and from beneath their feet. Among them is a moderate community, but many of them – evil is that which they do.

[Verse 5:67] O Messenger, announce that which has been revealed to you from your Lord, and if you do not, then you have not conveyed His message. And Allah will protect you from the people. Indeed, Allah does not guide the disbelieving people.

[Verse 5:68] Say, “O People of the Scripture, you are [standing] on nothing until you uphold [the law of] the Taurat, the Injeel, and what has been revealed to you from your Lord.” And that which has been revealed to you from your Lord will surely increase many of them in transgression and disbelief. So do not grieve over the disbelieving people.

[Verse 5:69] Indeed, those who believed and those who were Jews or Christians or Sabeans – those who believed in Allah and the Last Day and did righteousness – no fear will there be concerning them, nor will they grieve.

[Verse 5:70] We had already taken the covenant of the Children of Israel and had sent to them messengers. Whenever there came to them a messenger with what their souls did not desire, a party [of messengers] they denied, and another party they killed.

Section 11

[Verse 5:71] And they thought there would be no [resulting] punishment, so they became blind and deaf. Then Allah turned to them in forgiveness; then [again] many of them became blind and deaf. And Allah is Seeing of what they do.

[Verse 5:72] They have certainly disbelieved who say, “Allah is the Messiah, the son of Maryam.” While the Messiah said, “O Children of Israel, worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord.” Indeed, he who associates others with Allah – Allah has forbidden him Paradise, and his refuge is the Fire. And there are not for the wrongdoers any helpers.

[Verse 5:73] They have certainly disbelieved who say, “Allah is the third of three.” And there is no god except one God. And if they do not desist from what they are saying, there will surely afflict the disbelievers among them a painful punishment.

[Verse 5:74] So will they not repent to Allah and seek His forgiveness? And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Verse 5:75] The Messiah, the son of Maryam, was not but a messenger; [other] messengers have passed on before him. And his mother was a supporter of truth. They both used to eat food. Look how We make clear to them the signs; then look how they are deluded.

[Verse 5:76] Say, “Do you worship besides Allah that which holds for you no [power of] harm or benefit while it is Allah who is the Hearing, the Knowing?”

[Verse 5:77] Say, “O People of the Scripture, do not exceed limits in your religion beyond the truth and do not follow the inclinations of a people who had gone astray before and misled many and have strayed from the soundness of the way.”

Section 12

[Verse 5:78] Those among the Children of Israel who disbelieved were cursed by the tongue of David and of Jesus, the son of Mary. That was because they disobeyed and [habitually] transgressed.

[Verse 5:79] They used not to prevent one another from wrongdoing that they did. How wretched was that which they were doing.

[Verse 5:80] You see many of them becoming allies of those who disbelieved. How wretched is that which they have put forth for themselves in that Allah has become angry with them, and in the punishment they will abide eternally.

[Verse 5:81] And if they had believed in Allah and the Prophet and in what was revealed to him, they would not have taken them as allies; but many of them are defiantly disobedient.

[Verse 5:82] You will surely find the most intense of the people in animosity toward the believers [to be] the Jews and those who associate others with Allah; and you will find the nearest of them in affection to the believers those who say, “We are Christians.” That is because among them are priests and monks and because they are not arrogant.

[Verse 5:83] And when they hear what has been revealed to the Messenger, you see their eyes overflowing with tears because of what they have recognized of the truth. They say, “Our Lord, we have believed, so register us among the witnesses.

[Verse 5:84] And why should we not believe in Allah and what has come to us of the truth? And we aspire that our Lord will admit us [to Paradise] with the righteous people.”

[Verse 5:85] So Allah rewarded them for what they said with Gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow, wherein they abide eternally. And that is the reward of doers of good.

[Verse 5:86] But those who disbelieved and denied Our signs – those are the companions of Hellfire.

Section 13

[Verse 5:87] O you who have believed, do not prohibit the good things which Allah has made lawful to you and do not transgress. Indeed, Allah does not like transgressors.

[Verse 5:88] And eat of what Allah has provided for you [which is] lawful and good. And fear Allah, in whom you are believers.

[Verse 5:89] Allah will not impose blame upon you for what is meaningless in your oaths, but He will impose blame upon you for [breaking] what you intended of oaths. So its expiation is the feeding of ten needy people from the average of that which you feed your [own] families or clothing them or the freeing of a slave. But whoever cannot find [or afford it] – then a fast of three days [is required]. That is the expiation for oaths when you have sworn. But guard your oaths. Thus does Allah make clear to you His verses that you may be grateful.

[Verse 5:90] Believers, stay away from intoxicants, gambling, idol worship, and divination arrows; they are an abomination of Satan’s handiwork. So avoid them if you want to prosper.

[Verse 5:91] Satan only wants to sow enmity and hatred among you through intoxicants and gambling and to hinder you from the remembrance of Allah and from prayer. So will you not desist?

[Verse 5:92] Obey Allah and obey the Messenger, and be cautious. If you turn away, then know that the Messenger’s duty is only to convey the message clearly.

[Verse 5:93] Those who believe and do good deeds will not be held accountable for what they consumed in the past, as long as they fear Allah, continue to believe, and perform good deeds, then fear Allah, believe again, and fear Allah again, remaining virtuous. Allah loves the virtuous.

Section 13

[Verse 5:94] Believers, Allah will test you with game that you can catch within reach of your hands and spears, so that Allah may distinguish those who fear Him without having seen Him. So whoever transgresses after this, for him is a painful punishment.

[Verse 5:95] Believers, do not kill game while you are in the state of pilgrimage. And whoever among you intentionally kills it, the compensation is either an equivalent sacrificial animal brought to the Ka’bah, judged by two just men among you, or a meal for needy people, or fasting for the same number of days, so that he may experience the consequences of his actions. Allah has pardoned what has happened in the past, but whoever returns to it, Allah will take retribution from him. Allah is All-Powerful and Avenger.

[Verse 5:96] It is permissible for you to hunt and eat from the sea, benefiting both yourselves and travelers. But hunting on land is forbidden while you are in a state of pilgrimage. Fear Allah, to Whom you will be gathered.

[Verse 5:97] Allah has made the Ka’bah, the Sacred House, a means of support for people, as well as the sacred months, the sacrificial animals, and the garlands that mark them. This is so you may know that Allah knows what is in the heavens and what is in the earth, and that Allah has knowledge of all things.

[Verse 5:98] Know that Allah’s punishment is severe, and Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Verse 5:99] The Messenger’s only duty is to convey the message. Allah knows what you reveal and what you conceal.

[Verse 5:100] Say, “The impure and the pure are not equal, even if the abundance of impurity may attract you. So fear Allah, O people of understanding, that you may succeed.”

Section 14

[Verse 5:101] Believers, do not ask about matters that, if revealed to you, would trouble you. But if you ask about them while the Quran is being sent down, they will be explained to you. Allah has pardoned this. Allah is Forgiving and Forbearing.

[Verse 5:102] A people before you asked about similar things and then disbelieved in them.

[Verse 5:103] Allah has not ordained the Bahira, Sa’iba, Wasila, and Ham. However, those who disbelieve fabricate lies about Allah, and most of them do not use their reason.

[Verse 5:104] When they are told, “Come to what Allah has revealed and to the Messenger,” they say, “Sufficient for us is what we found our forefathers upon.” Even though their forefathers knew nothing and were not guided?

[Verse 5:105] O believers! Be mindful of your own selves. He who strays cannot harm you if you are guided. To Allah you all will return, and then He will inform you of what you used to do.

[Verse 5:106] O believers! When death approaches one of you, let two just men from among you act as witnesses when you make a bequest – or two men from another people if you are travelling through the land and the disaster of death befalls you. Detain them both after the prayer, and if you doubt, they shall both swear by Allah, saying, “We will not sell our testimony for any price, even if the beneficiary is a near relative; and we will not conceal the testimony of Allah. If we do, we will indeed be sinful.”

[Verse 5:107] But if it becomes known that these two have incurred sin, let two others stand in their place – those who have the most rightful claim from among those who were deprived of their testimony. They should swear by Allah, “Our testimony is more truthful than the testimony of those two, and we have not transgressed. If we did, we would indeed be wrongdoers.”

[Verse 5:108] That is more suitable so that they will give the testimony in its true nature or fear that their oaths might be refuted after their oaths. Fear Allah and listen. Allah does not guide the disobedient people.

Section 15

[Verse 5:109] On the day when Allah gathers all the Noble Messengers, He will ask, “What response did you receive?” They will reply, “We have no knowledge. You alone have perfect knowledge of all that is hidden.”

[Verse 5:110] And when Allah will say, “O Jesus, son of Mary! Recall My favor upon you and your mother. I strengthened you with the Holy Spirit, enabling you to speak to people in infancy and maturity. I taught you the Book, wisdom, the Torah, and the Gospel. You created a likeness of a bird out of clay, by My leave, and you breathed into it and it became a bird by My leave. You healed the blind and the leper by My leave, and you brought the dead back to life by My leave. And when I restrained the Children of Israel from harming you when you came to them with clear signs, the disbelievers among them said, ‘This is nothing but obvious magic.'”

[Verse 5:111] “And when I inspired the disciples to believe in Me and in My Messenger, they said, ‘We have believed; so bear witness that we have submitted.'”

[Verse 5:112] The disciples said, “O Jesus, son of Mary! Can your Lord send down to us a table spread with food from heaven?” Jesus said, “Fear Allah, if you are believers.”

[Verse 5:113] They said, “We only wish to eat from it to satisfy our hearts, and to know that you have told us the truth, and that we ourselves may be witnesses to it.”

Section 16

[Verse 5:114] Jesus, the son of Mary, said, “O Allah, our Lord! Send down to us a table spread with food from the heaven, so that it may be a feast for us—a sign from You—and provide for us; You are the best Provider of sustenance.”

[Verse 5:115] Allah responded, “I will surely send it down to you. But whoever among you disbelieves after this, I will surely punish him with a punishment I have not inflicted on anyone else in all the worlds.”

[Verse 5:116] And when Allah will say, “O Jesus, son of Mary! Did you say to the people, ‘Take me and my mother as deities besides Allah?'” He will say, “Exalted are You! It is not for me to say that to which I have no right. If I had said it, You would have known it. You know what is within myself, and I do not know what is within Yourself. Indeed, it is You who is Knower of the unseen.”

[Verse 5:117] “I said not to them except what You commanded me—that they worship Allah, my Lord and your Lord. And I was a witness over them as long as I was among them; but when You took me up, You were the Observer over them, and You are, over all things, Witness.”

[Verse 5:118] “If You should punish them – indeed they are Your servants; but if You forgive them – indeed it is You who is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”

[Verse 5:119] Allah will say, “This is the Day when the truthful will benefit from their truthfulness.” For them are gardens [in Paradise] beneath which rivers flow, wherein they will abide forever, Allah being pleased with them, and they with Him. That is the great attainment.

[Verse 5:120] To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and whatever is within them. And He is over all things competent.

<h2>AL ANA`AM (THE CATTLE)</h2>

[Verse 6:1] All praise is due to Allah, who has created the heavens and the earth, and has established the contrast between darkness and light. Yet, the disbelievers ascribe partners to their Lord.

[Verse 6:2] He is the One who created you from clay and then decreed a predetermined term for you. Despite this clear truth, you still doubt.

[Verse 6:3] He is Allah, the Lord of the heavens and the earth. He knows all that is hidden within you and all that you disclose, and He knows your actions.

[Verse 6:4] Whenever a sign from the signs of Allah comes to them, the disbelievers turn away from it.

[Verse 6:5] They denied the truth when it came to them, but soon they will be confronted with news of that which they used to mock.

[Verse 6:6] Have they not seen how many civilizations We destroyed before them? We had established those nations more firmly in the land than We have established you. We sent down abundant rain from the sky upon them, and caused rivers to flow beneath them. Yet, We destroyed them for their sins and brought forth another generation after them.

[Verse 6:7] Even if We had sent down a written message to you on a piece of paper, and they touched it with their own hands, the disbelievers would still have said, “This is nothing but clear magic.”

[Verse 6:8] And they say, “Why was an angel not sent down to him?” Had We sent down an angel, the matter would have been decided and they would have no further respite.

[Verse 6:9] Even if We had appointed an angel as a Prophet, We would have still made him appear as a human being and kept them in the same state of doubt in which they are now.

[Verse 6:10] Indeed, O Prophet, the Noble Messengers before you were also mocked at. But those who ridiculed them were themselves overtaken by the consequences of their mockery.

Section 2

[Verse 6:11] Proclaim, “Travel through the land and observe the fate of those who denied the truth.”

[Verse 6:12] Ask, “To whom does everything in the heavens and the earth belong?” Declare, “To Allah.” He has decreed mercy upon Himself. Surely, He will gather you together on the Day of Resurrection, about which there is no doubt. Those who have caused harm to their souls will not believe.

[Verse 6:13] To Him alone belongs all that exists in the night and the day, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

[Verse 6:14] Say, “Shall I take as a protector someone other than Allah, the Originator of the heavens and the earth, who feeds but is not fed?” Say, “I have been commanded to be the first to submit, and never be of the polytheists.”

[Verse 6:15] Say, “If I disobey my Lord, I fear the punishment of the Great Day.”

[Verse 6:16] Indeed, Allah’s mercy is upon the one from whom, on that Day, He averts punishment. And this is the manifest success.

[Verse 6:17] If Allah inflicts harm upon you, none can remove it except Him. And if He intends good for you, then there is none who can withhold His bounty. He has power over all things.

[Verse 6:18] He is the Supreme Controller over His servants, and He is the Wise, the All-Aware.

[Verse 6:19] Say, “Whose testimony is the greatest?” Say, “Allah is the Witness between me and you. And this Qur’an has been revealed to me, that I may warn you and whomever it reaches. Do you indeed testify that there are other gods beside Allah?” Say, “I do not testify to that.” Say, “He is the only One God, and I am free from the partners you associate with Him.”

[Verse 6:20] Those to whom We have given the Scriptures recognize this Prophet (Muhammad) as they recognize their own sons. Those who have ruined their own souls will not believe.

Section 3

[Verse 6:21] And who is more unjust than one who invents falsehood about Allah or denies His signs? Surely, the wrongdoers will not be successful.

[Verse 6:22] And on the Day when We will gather them all together, We will say to those who associated others with Allah, “Where are those partners of yours about whom you used to claim?”

[Verse 6:23] Then they will have no excuse but to say, “By Allah, our Lord, we were not idolaters.”

[Verse 6:24] See how they lie about themselves, and how what they used to fabricate has forsaken them.

[Verse 6:25] Among them are those who listen to you, but We have veiled their hearts, lest they understand it, and deafness in their ears. Even if they saw every sign, they would not believe in it. And when they come to you to argue with you, those who disbelieve say, “These are nothing but myths of the ancients.”

[Verse 6:26] They bar others from it and themselves stay away from it, but they only destroy themselves, and they do not perceive.

[Verse 6:27] If you could see when they will be made to stand over the Fire and they will say, “Oh, would that we could be sent back and not deny the signs of our Lord and be among the believers!”

[Verse 6:28] Their secrets have become exposed, and if they were to return, they would indeed go back to what they were forbidden. Surely, they are liars.

[Verse 6:29] They claim that there is no life beyond this worldly life, and that they will not be resurrected.

[Verse 6:30] Yet, if you could see when they are presented before their Lord, He will say, “Is this not the truth?” They will say, “Yes, by our Lord.” He will say, “Then taste the punishment because you used to disbelieve.”

Section 4

[Verse 6:31] Those who denied the meeting with Allah have certainly lost. When the Hour suddenly comes upon them, they will say, “Oh, we deeply regret that we neglected to believe in it!” And they will carry their burdens on their backs, a wretched load indeed.

[Verse 6:32] The life of this world is but amusement and diversion, but the home of the Hereafter is better for those who are mindful. Do you not understand?

[Verse 6:33] We know that their words grieve you. But it is not you they deny, rather it is the signs of Allah that the wrongdoers reject.

[Verse 6:34] Messengers were denied before you, and they patiently endured the denial and the harm until Our help came to them. There is no changing the words of Allah. The stories of the Messengers have come to you.

[Verse 6:35] And if their turning away distresses you, then if you are able, seek a tunnel into the earth or a stairway into the sky to bring them a sign. But if Allah had willed, He could have guided them all to the truth. So do not be among the ignorant followers.

[Verse 6:36] It is those who listen attentively that embrace faith. And Allah will revive the hearts of those who are dead in faith, and to Him they will be gathered.

[Verse 6:37] They ask, “Why has a sign not been sent down to him from his Lord?” Say, “Indeed, Allah is capable of sending down a sign.” But most of them do not know.

[Verse 6:38] Not a creature moves on the earth or a bird flies with its wings except that they are communities like you. We have left nothing out of this Book. Then to their Lord, they will be gathered.

[Verse 6:39] Those who deny Our signs are deaf and dumb, lost in darkness. Allah leads astray whomever He wills, and guides whomever He wills onto the Straight Path.

[Verse 6:40] Say, “What do you think? If the punishment of Allah comes upon you or the Hour comes, will you invoke anyone other than Allah? If you are truthful.”

[Verse 6:41] “Indeed, you will only invoke Him, and if He wills, He may remove that for which you invoked Him, and you will forget your associate deities.”

Section 5

[Verse 6:42] We indeed sent Noble Messengers to the nations before you, and afflicted them with hardships and adversity so that they may humble themselves.

[Verse 6:43] Yet why did they not humble themselves when Our punishment came to them? Instead, their hearts hardened, and the devil made their deeds seem appealing to them.

[Verse 6:44] So when they forgot what they had been reminded of, We opened for them the gates of all things, until they rejoiced in what they had been given. But suddenly We seized them, and they were left in despair.

[Verse 6:45] Thus, the roots of the unjust were severed. All praise belongs to Allah, the Lord of all creation.

[Verse 6:46] Say, “What is your opinion? If Allah were to take away your hearing and your sight, and seal your hearts, is there any god besides Allah who could bring them back to you?” See how We explain the signs to them, yet they turn away.

[Verse 6:47] Say, “What is your opinion? If Allah’s punishment were to come upon you suddenly or openly, who would be destroyed except the disbelieving people?”

[Verse 6:48] We did not send Noble Messengers except as bearers of glad tidings and as warners. So for those who have faith and do good, there is no fear, nor shall they grieve.

[Verse 6:49] But those who deny Our signs will be afflicted with the punishment for their disobedience.

[Verse 6:50] Say, “I do not claim to possess the treasures of Allah, nor do I claim to know the unseen, nor do I claim to be an angel. I merely follow what is revealed to me.” Say, “Are the blind and the seeing equal? So do you not ponder?”

Section 6

[Verse 6:51] And warn with this Qur’an those who fear that they will be gathered before their Lord, with none to protect or intercede for them except Allah, so they may become righteous.

[Verse 6:52] And do not turn away those who call upon their Lord morning and evening, seeking His pleasure. You are not accountable for their deeds, nor are they accountable for yours. If you were to ignore them, you would be among the unjust.

[Verse 6:53] Similarly, We have made some as a test for others – when the affluent disbelievers see the humble believers, they ask, “Are these the ones whom Allah has favored from among us?” Does Allah not know best those who are grateful?

[Verse 6:54] And when those who believe in Our signs come to you, say, “Peace be upon you. Your Lord has prescribed mercy upon Himself. Whoever among you commits a mistake out of ignorance and then repents and mends his ways, surely Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.”

[Verse 6:55] Thus We make clear the signs, and the way of the criminals becomes evident.

Section 7

[Verse 6:56] Say, “I have been forbidden to worship those whom you invoke besides Allah.” Say, “I do not follow your desires. If I did, I would have gone astray and would not be among the rightly guided.”

[Verse 6:57] Say, “I am on a clear proof from my Lord, while you deny Him. I do not possess what you seek to hasten. Judgment is only with Allah. He narrates the truth, and He is the Best of Judges.”

[Verse 6:58] Say, “If I possessed what you are impatient for, the matter between me and you would have been settled already. Allah knows best who the wrongdoers are.”

[Verse 6:59] And it is He who holds the keys of the unseen. None knows them but He. And He knows what is in the land and the sea. Not a leaf falls but that He knows it, nor a grain in the darkness of the earth, nor anything moist or dry but is written in a clear record.

[Verse 6:60] And it is He who takes your souls at night, and knows what you commit by day. Then He raises you up again during the day to fulfill the appointed term. Then to Him will be your return, and He will inform you of what you used to do.

Section 8

[Verse 6:61] He has control over His servants and appoints guardians over you. When death approaches one of you, Our angels take his soul, and they do not fail in their duty.

[Verse 6:62] Then they are returned to Allah, their True Master. Surely His is the judgment, and He is the Swiftest in taking account.

[Verse 6:63] Say, “Who saves you from the darkness of the land and the sea, when you call upon Him humbly and in secret, ‘If He delivers us from this, we will surely be grateful.'”

[Verse 6:64] Say, “Allah delivers you from these and from every distress, yet you associate partners with Him.”

[Verse 6:65] Say, “He has the power to send punishment upon you from above you or from beneath your feet, or to divide you into factions and make you taste each other’s violence.” See how We explain the signs in various ways, that they may understand.

[Verse 6:66] But your people have denied it, while it is the truth. Say, “I am not responsible for you.”

[Verse 6:67] For every event, there is an appointed time; and soon you will come to know.

[Verse 6:68] When you see those who engage in vain discussions about Our signs, turn away from them until they turn to another topic. If Satan makes you forget, then do not sit with the wrongdoers after remembering.

[Verse 6:69] The righteous are not responsible for them in any way, except to offer advice so they might avoid evil.

[Verse 6:70] Disregard those who have made a mockery of their religion and turned it into a play, and whom the worldly life has deluded. And remind them with this Qur’an, lest a soul becomes caught in the consequences of its own deeds. It will have no protector or intercessor besides Allah. Even if it were to offer every ransom, it would not be accepted from it. Those are the ones who are delivered to the punishment for their deeds; they will have scalding water to drink and a painful punishment as a recompense for their disbelief.

Section 9

[Verse 6:71] Say, “Shall we invoke, besides Allah, that which neither benefits us nor harms us, and be turned back upon our heels after Allah has guided us? Like one whom the devils have led astray, bewildered in the earth, while he has companions calling him to guidance, ‘Come to us!'” Say, “Indeed, Allah’s guidance is the only true guidance, and we are commanded to submit to the Lord of all worlds.”

[Verse 6:72] “And to establish the prayer and fear Him. And it is to Him that you will be gathered.”

[Verse 6:73] It is He who created the heavens and the earth with perfection. And when He decrees a matter, He only says to it, “Be,” and it is. His word is the truth, and His will be the dominion on the Day when the Horn is blown. Knower of all that is hidden and all that is manifest, and He is the Wise, the Aware.

[Verse 6:74] Recall when Ibrahim said to his father Azar, “What! Do you take idols as gods? I indeed see you and your people in manifest error.”

[Verse 6:75] And thus We showed Ibrahim the realm of the heavens and the earth, so that he might be of those who possess certainty.

[Verse 6:76] Then when the night covered him with darkness, he saw a star. He said, “Is this my Lord?” But when it set, he said, “I do not like those that disappear.”

[Verse 6:77] Then when he saw the moon rising, he said, “Is this my Lord?” But when it set, he said, “Unless my Lord guides me, I will surely be among the people gone astray.”

[Verse 6:78] Then when he saw the sun shining, he said, “Is this my Lord? This is the greatest!” But when it set, he said, “O my people, indeed I am free from what you associate with Allah.”

[Verse 6:79] “I have turned my face towards He who created the heavens and the earth, inclined towards truth, and I am not of those who associate partners with Allah.”

[Verse 6:80] And his people argued with him. He said, “Do you dispute with me concerning Allah while He has guided me? I fear not what you associate with Him, unless my Lord should will something. My Lord encompasses all things in knowledge. Then will you not be reminded?”

[Verse 6:81] “And how should I fear what you associate while you do not fear to have associated with Allah that for which He has not sent down to you any authority? So which of the two parties has more right to security, if you should know?”

[Verse 6:82] Those who believed and did not taint their belief with wrongdoing, it is they who shall have security, and they are the ones rightly guided.

Section 10

[Verse 6:83] And this is Our argument which We gave to Ibrahim against his people. We raise to ranks whomever We will; surely your Lord is Wise, All-Knowing.

[Verse 6:84] And We granted him Ishaq (Isaac) and Yaqub (Jacob), each of them We guided, and We guided Nuh (Noah) before them, and among his descendants, Dawud (David), Sulaiman (Solomon), Ayyub (Job), Yusuf (Joseph), Musa (Moses), and Harun (Aaron). Thus do We reward the virtuous.

[Verse 6:85] And Zakariya (Zachariah), Yahya (John), Eisa (Jesus), and Elias (Elijah); each one of them was among the righteous.

[Verse 6:86] And Isma’il (Ishmael), Yasa’a (Elisha), Yunus (Jonah), and Lut (Lot); and each of them We preferred over the worlds.

[Verse 6:87] And also from among their forefathers, their descendants, and their brethren; We chose them and guided them to the Straight Path.

[Verse 6:88] That is the guidance of Allah, with which He guides whomever He wills among His servants. But if they had associated others with Allah, then worthless for them would be all that they used to do.

[Verse 6:89] Those are the ones to whom We gave the Book, wisdom, and prophethood. But if these people disbelieve in it, We have already entrusted it to a people who do not disbelieve in it.

[Verse 6:90] Those are the ones whom Allah has guided, so follow their guidance. Say, “I do not ask you for any reward for this Qur’an; it is nothing but a reminder for all the worlds.”

Section 11

[Verse 6:91] And they did not appreciate Allah as they should have when they said, “Allah has not revealed anything to any human being.” Say, “Who revealed the Book that Musa brought, a light and guidance for people, which you made into separate sheets, some of which you show, though much you conceal? And you were taught that which neither you nor your forefathers knew?” Say, “Allah,” and then leave them engrossed in their speculation.

[Verse 6:92] And this is a blessed Book that We have sent down, confirming what came before it, so that you may warn the Mother of Cities (Makkah) and all those around it. Those who believe in the Hereafter believe in this Book, and they are diligent in performing their prayers.

[Verse 6:93] Who is more unjust than one who fabricates lies about Allah, or says, “I have received divine inspiration,” when no such inspiration was given to him; and one who says, “I will reveal something similar to what Allah has revealed”? And if you could only see when the wrongdoers are in the agonies of death while the angels extend their hands, saying, “Discharge your souls! Today you will be rewarded with the punishment of humiliation for saying untruth about Allah and for rejecting His signs.”

[Verse 6:94] “And you have come to Us alone as We created you the first time, and you have left behind whatever We bestowed upon you. We do not see your intercessors with you, whom you claimed were partners with Allah. All the links between you have been severed, and what you used to assert has forsaken you.”

Section 12

[Verse 6:95] Surely, Allah is the One who splits open the seeds and the kernels. He brings forth the living from the dead, and He is the One who brings forth the dead from the living. That is Allah; so where are you turning away?

[Verse 6:96] It is He who causes the break of dawn and has made the night for rest, and the sun and the moon for marking time. This is the design of the Almighty, the All-Knowing.

[Verse 6:97] And He it is who created the stars for you, that you may be guided by them through the darkness of the land and the sea. We have explained the signs in detail for people who have knowledge.

[Verse 6:98] And He it is who produced you from a single soul, then there is a resting place and a repository. We have explained the signs in detail for people who comprehend.

[Verse 6:99] And He it is who sends down water from the sky, and with it We bring forth vegetation of every kind, and from it We bring forth the green shoots, and out of it We bring forth close-packed seeds, and from the date-palm, out of its spathe, bunches of dates hanging low, and gardens of grapes, olives, and pomegranates, similar yet different. Behold their fruits when they bear fruit and ripen. Surely in these are signs for people who believe.

[Verse 6:100] Yet they have set up the jinn as partners with Allah, although He is the One who created them, and they falsely attribute to Him sons and daughters without any knowledge. Purity and transcendence be to Him! He is far above what they ascribe to Him.

Section 13

[Verse 6:101] The Originator of the heavens and the earth—how can He have a child when He has no spouse? He created all things and He is fully aware of all things.

[Verse 6:102] Such is Allah, your Lord; there is no deity except Him, the Creator of all things. So worship Him alone, and He is the Disposer of all affairs.

[Verse 6:103] Vision perceives Him not, but He perceives [all] vision; and He is the Subtle, the All-Aware.

[Verse 6:104] Already proofs have come to you from your Lord, so whoever sees, it is for his own soul, and whoever is blind, it is against it. And I am not a guardian over you.

[Verse 6:105] And thus We diversify the verses so the disbelievers may say, “You have studied,” and so We may make the Qur’an clear for a people who know.

[Verse 6:106] So follow what is revealed to you from your Lord. There is no deity except Him, and turn away from those who associate others with Allah.

[Verse 6:107] But if Allah had willed, they would not have associated. And We have not appointed you as a guardian over them, nor are you their manager.

[Verse 6:108] Do not insult those they invoke other than Allah, lest they insult Allah in enmity without knowledge. Thus We have made pleasing to every community their deeds. Then to their Lord is their return, and He will inform them about what they used to do.

[Verse 6:109] And they swore by Allah their strongest oaths that if a sign came to them, they would surely believe in it. Say, “The signs are only with Allah.” And what will make you perceive that even if a sign came, they would not believe?

[Verse 6:110] And We will turn their hearts and their sights, just as they did not believe in it the first time. And We will leave them in their transgression, wandering blindly.

[Verse 6:111] And even if We had sent down the angels to them, and the dead had spoken to them, and We had gathered together all things before them, they would not have believed unless Allah willed. But most of them are ignorant.

[Verse 6:112] And similarly, We have made for every Prophet an enemy – devils from mankind and jinn, inspiring one another with decorative speech as delusion. But if your Lord had willed, they would not have done it, so leave them and that which they invent.

[Verse 6:113] And [it was] so the hearts of those who do not believe in the Hereafter may incline, and that they may be satisfied with it and that they may commit what they are committing.

[Verse 6:114] “Then shall I seek from any other than Allah a judge while it is He who has revealed to you the Book explained in detail?” And those to whom We [previously] gave the Scripture know that it is sent down from your Lord in truth, so never be among the doubters.

[Verse 6:115] And the word of your Lord has been fulfilled in truth and in justice. None can alter His words, and He is the Hearing, the Knowing.

[Verse 6:116] And if you obey most of those upon the earth, they will mislead you from the way of Allah. They follow not except assumption, and they are not but falsifying.

[Verse 6:117] Indeed, your Lord is most knowing of who strays from His way, and He is most knowing of the [rightly] guided.

[Verse 6:118] So eat of that [meat] upon which the name of Allah has been mentioned, if you are believers in His verses.

[Verse 6:119] Why should you not eat of that upon which the name of Allah has been mentioned while He has explained in detail to you what He has forbidden you, excepting that to which you are compelled. And indeed do many lead [others] astray through their [own] inclinations without knowledge. Indeed, your Lord – He is most knowing of the transgressors.

[Verse 6:120] And leave what is apparent of sin and what is concealed thereof. Indeed, those who earn [blame for] sin will be recompensed for that which they used to commit.

[Verse 6:121] And do not eat of that upon which the name of Allah has not been mentioned, for indeed, it is grave disobedience. And indeed do the devils inspire their allies among men to dispute with you. And if you were to obey them, indeed, you would be associators [of others with Him].

[Verse 6:122] And is one who was dead and We gave him life and made for him light by which to walk among the people like one who is in darkness, never to emerge therefrom? Thus it has been made pleasing to the disbelievers that which they were doing.

[Verse 6:123] And thus We have placed within every city the greatest of its criminals to conspire therein. But they conspire not except against themselves, and they perceive [it] not.

[Verse 6:124] And when a sign comes to them, they say, “Never will we believe until we are given like that which was given to the messengers of Allah.” Allah is most knowing of where He places His message. There will afflict those who committed crimes debasement before Allah and severe punishment for what they used to conspire.

[Verse 6:125] So, whomever Allah wills to guide, He opens his heart to Islam; and whomever He wills to leave astray, He makes his heart constricted as if he were climbing into the sky. Thus Allah places the curse upon those who do not believe.

[Verse 6:126] And this is the path of your Lord, [leading] straight. We have detailed the signs for a people who take heed.

[Verse 6:127] For them will be the Home of Peace with their Lord, and He will be their protector because of what they used to do.

[Verse 6:128] And [mention] the Day when He will gather them all and then say to the angels, “Did these [people] used to worship you?” They will say, “Exalted are You! You, [O Allah], are our benefactor not them. Nay, they used to worship the jinn; most of them were believers in them.”

[Verse 6:129] That Day, none will have power to benefit or harm another, and We will say to those who wronged, “Taste the punishment of the Fire which you used to deny.”

[Verse 6:130] And when Our clear verses are recited to them, those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Which of the two groups is better in position and better in association?”

[Verse 6:131] And how many a city We destroyed, and that was unjust, and how many a abandoned well and lofty palace!

[Verse 6:132] And for all are degrees from what they have done. And your Lord is not unaware of what they do.

[Verse 6:133] And your Lord is the Free of need, full of mercy. If He wills, He can do away with you and give succession after you to whomever He wills, just as He produced you from the descendants of another people.

[Verse 6:134] Indeed, what you are promised is coming, and you will not cause failure [to Allah].

[Verse 6:135] Say, “O my people, work according to your position, [for] indeed, I am working. And you are going to know to whom will come a punishment that will disgrace him and who is a liar.” (* This is a challenge.)

[Verse 6:136] And they assign to Allah from that which He created of crops and livestock a share and say, “This is for Allah,” by their claim, “and this is for our partners [associated with Him].” But what is for their “partners” does not reach Allah, while what is for Allah – this reaches their “partners.” Evil is that which they rule.

[Verse 6:137] And likewise, to many of the polytheists, their partners have made [to seem] pleasing the killing of their children in order to bring about their destruction and to cover them with confusion in their religion. And if Allah had willed, they would not have done so. So leave them and that which they invent.

[Verse 6:138] And they say, “These animals and crops are forbidden; no one may eat them except whom we will,” by their claim. And there are those [camels] whose backs are forbidden [to be ridden], and those upon which the name of Allah is not mentioned – [all of this] an invention against Him. He will punish them for their falsehood.

[Verse 6:139] And they say, “What is in the bellies of these animals is exclusively for our males and forbidden to our females. But if it is [born] dead, then all of them have shares therein.” He will punish them for their attribution [of such prohibitions to Him]. Indeed, He is Wise and Knowing.

[Verse 6:140] Lost are those who kill their children foolishly without knowledge and prohibit what Allah has provided for them, inventing untruth about Allah. They have gone astray and were not [rightly] guided.

[Verse 6:141] And He it is who produces gardens trellised and untrellised, and date palms, and crops of different shape and taste (its fruits and its seeds) and olives, and pomegranates, similar (in kind) and different (in taste). Eat of their fruit when they ripen, but pay the due thereof (its Zakat) on the day of its harvest, and waste not by extravagance. Verily, He likes not Al-Musrifun (those who waste by extravagance).

[Verse 6:142] And of the cattle (are some) for burden (like camels etc.), and (some are) small (unable to carry burden like sheep, goats, etc. for food), eat of what Allah has provided for you, and follow not the footsteps of Shaitan (Satan). Surely, he is to you an open enemy.

[Verse 6:143] “And [for] eight mates (pairs) of the sheep, two and two, and of the goats, two and two.” Say, “Is it the two males He has forbidden or the two females or that which the wombs of the two females contain? Inform me with knowledge, if you should be truthful.”

[Verse 6:144] “And of the camels, two and of the cattle, two.” Say, “Is it the two males He has forbidden or the two females or that which the wombs of the two females contain? Or were you witnesses when Allah charged you with this?” So who is more unjust than one who invents about Allah a lie to mislead the people by [something] other than knowledge? Indeed, Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people.

[Verse 6:145] Say, “I do not find within that which was revealed to me [anything] forbidden to one who would eat it unless it be a dead animal or blood spilled out or the flesh of swine – for indeed, it is impure – or it be [that slaughtered in] disobedience, dedicated to other than Allah. But whoever is forced [by necessity], neither desiring [it] nor transgressing [its limit], then indeed, your Lord is Forgiving and Merciful.”

[Verse 6:146] And to those who are Jews, We prohibited every animal of uncloven hoof; and of the cattle and the sheep, We prohibited to them their fat, except what adheres to their backs or the entrails or what is joined with bone. [By] that We repaid them for their injustice. And indeed, We are truthful.

[Verse 6:147] So if they deny you, [O Muhammad], say, “Your Lord is the possessor of vast mercy; but His punishment cannot be repelled from the people who are criminals.”

[Verse 6:148] Those who associated with Allah will say, “If Allah had willed, we would not have associated [anything] and neither would our forefathers, nor would we have prohibited anything.” Likewise did those before deny until they tasted Our punishment. Say, “Do you have any knowledge that you can produce for us? You follow not except assumption, and you are not but falsifying.”

[Verse 6:149] Say, “With Allah is the [final] argument, so if He had willed, He would have guided you all.”

[Verse 6:150] Say, “Bring forward your witnesses who will testify that Allah has prohibited this.” And if they testify, do not testify with them. And do not follow the desires of those who denied Our verses and those who do not believe in the Hereafter while they equate [others] with their Lord.

[Verse 6:151] Say, “Come, I will recite what your Lord has prohibited to you. [He commands] that you not associate anything with Him, and to parents, good treatment, and do not kill your children out of poverty; We will provide for you and them. And do not approach immoralities – what is apparent of them and what is concealed. And do not kill the soul which Allah has forbidden, except by right. This has He instructed you that you may use reason.”

[Verse 6:152] “And do not approach the orphan’s property except in a way that is best until he reaches maturity. And give full measure and weight in justice. We do not charge any soul except [with that within] its capacity. And when you speak, be just, even if [it concerns] a near relative. And fulfill the covenant of Allah. This has He instructed you that you may remember.”

[Verse 6:153] “And, ‘This is My path, which is straight, so follow it. And do not follow [other] ways, for you will be separated from His way. This has He instructed you that you may become righteous.’ ”

[Verse 6:154] Then We gave Moses the Scripture, making complete [Our favor] upon the one who did good and as a detailed explanation of all things and as guidance and mercy that perhaps in [the matter of] the meeting with their Lord they would believe.

[Verse 6:155] And this [Qur’an] is a Book We have revealed [which is] blessed, so follow it and fear Allah that you may receive mercy.

[Verse 6:156] [They are] those [hypocrites] to whom We gave the Scripture and authority and prophethood, but they did not believe in it or value it as it should be valued. And they will say, “Our hearts are wrapped.” But, [in fact], Allah has cursed them for their disbelief, so little is it that they believe.

[Verse 6:157] And [by] the clear proofs, and the correct guidance, and the Book [of truth], We have sent down upon you [O Muhammad], and [by] the wisdom [of your teachings], and We have taught you that which you did not know. And ever has the favor of Allah upon you been great.

[Verse 6:158] What are they waiting for, except that the angels come to them or there comes the command of your Lord? Thus did those do before them. And Allah wronged them not, but they had been wronging themselves.

[Verse 6:159] So those who divided their religion and became sects – you, [O Muhammad], are not [associated] with them in anything. Their affair is only [left] to Allah; then He will inform them about what they used to do.

[Verse 6:160] Whoever comes [on the Day of Judgement] with a good deed will have ten times the like thereof [to his credit], and whoever comes with an evil deed will not be recompensed except the like thereof; and they will not be wronged.

[Verse 6:161] Say, “Indeed, my Lord has guided me to a straight path – a correct religion – the way of Abraham, inclining toward truth. And he was not among those who associated others with Allah.”

[Verse 6:162] Say, “Indeed, my prayer, my rites of sacrifice, my living and my dying are for Allah, Lord of the worlds.”

[Verse 6:163] No partner has He. And this I have been commanded, and I am the first [among you] of the Muslims.”

[Verse 6:164] Say, “Is it other than Allah I should desire as a lord while He is the Lord of all things? And every soul earns not [blame] except against itself, and no bearer of burdens will bear the burden of another. Then to your Lord is your return, and He will inform you concerning that over which you used to differ.”

[Verse 6:165] And it is He who has made you successors upon the Earth and has raised some of you above others in degrees [of rank] that He may try you through what He has given you. Indeed, your Lord is swift in penalty; but indeed, He is Forgiving and Merciful to the believers.

AL AA`RAF (THE HEIGHTS)

Section 1

In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.

[Verse 7:1] Alif-Lam-Mim-Sad. (These are letters of the Arabic alphabet. Allah and those whom He guides know their meanings.)

[Verse 7:2] O Prophet, a Book has been revealed to you, so let not your heart be troubled by it. And that you may warn thereby and as a reminder to the believers.

[Verse 7:3] O mankind, follow what has been sent down to you from your Lord and do not follow other allies. Little do you remember.

[Verse 7:4] And how many a city We destroyed, and Our punishment came to it by night or while they were sleeping at noon.

[Verse 7:5] And their declaration when Our punishment came to them was only that they said, “Indeed, we were wrongdoers.”

[Verse 7:6] So We will surely question those to whom [a message] was sent, and We will surely question the messengers.

[Verse 7:7] Then We will surely relate [their deeds] to them with knowledge, and We were not [at all] absent.

[Verse 7:8] And the weighing [of deeds] that Day will be the truth. So those whose scales are heavy – it is they who will be the successful.

[Verse 7:9] And those whose scales are light – they are the ones who have lost their souls, [being] in Hell, abiding eternally.

[Verse 7:10] The Fire will sear their faces, and they will grin therein, their lips displaced.

Section 2

[Verse 7:11] And We did certainly create you and then formed you and then said to the angels, “Prostrate to Adam”; so they prostrated, except for Iblis. He was not of those who prostrated.

[Aa`raf 7:12] Allah said, “What prevented you from prostrating when I commanded you?” Iblis replied, “I am better than him. You created me from fire, while You created him from clay.”

[Aa`raf 7:13] Allah said, “So get down from here, for it is not for you to be arrogant in this [place]. So get out; indeed, you are of the debased.”

[Aa`raf 7:14] He said, “Grant me respite until the Day they are resurrected.”

[Aa`raf 7:15] Allah said, “Indeed, you are of those reprieved.”

[Aa`raf 7:16] He said, “Because You have put me in error, I will surely sit in wait for them on Your straight path.”

[Aa`raf 7:17] “Then I will come to them from before them and from behind them and on their right and on their left, and You will not find most of them grateful [to You].”

[Aa`raf 7:18] Allah said, “Get out of Paradise, reproached and expelled. Whoever follows you among them – I will surely fill Hell with you, all together.”

[Aa`7:19] And [mention, O Muhammad], “O Adam, dwell, you and your wife, in Paradise and eat from wherever you will but do not approach this tree, lest you be among the wrongdoers.”

[Aa`raf 7:20] But Satan whispered to them to make apparent to them that which was concealed from them of their private parts. He said, “Your Lord did not forbid you this tree except that you become angels or become of the immortal.”

[Aa`7:21] And he swore [by Allah] to them, “Indeed, I am to you from among the sincere advisors.”

[Aa`7:22] So he made them fall, through deception. And when they tasted of the tree, their private parts became apparent to them, and they began to fasten together over themselves from the leaves of Paradise. And their Lord called to them, “Did I not forbid you from that tree and tell you that Satan is to you a clear enemy?”

[Aa`raf 7:23] Both of them said, “Our Lord, we have wronged ourselves, and if You do not forgive us and have mercy upon us, we will surely be among the losers.”

[Aa`7:24] Allah said, “Descend, being to one another enemies. And for you on the earth is a place of settlement and enjoyment for a time.”

[Aa`7:25] He said, “Therein you will live, and therein you will die, and from it you will be brought forth.”

Section 3

[Aa`7:26] O children of Adam, We have certainly bestowed upon you clothing to conceal your private parts and as adornment. But the clothing of righteousness – that is best. That is from the signs of Allah that perhaps they will remember.

[Aa`7:27] O children of Adam, let not Satan tempt you as he removed your parents from Paradise, stripping them of their clothing to show them their private parts. Indeed, he sees you, he and his tribe, from where you do not see them. Indeed, We have made the devils allies to those who do not believe.

[Aa`7:28] And when they commit an immorality, they say, “We found our fathers doing it, and Allah has ordered us to do it.” Say, “Indeed, Allah does not order immorality. Do you say about Allah that which you do not know?”

[Aa`7:29] Say, [O Muhammad], “My Lord has ordered justice and that you maintain yourselves [in worship] at every place [or time] of prostration, and invoke Him, sincere to Him in religion.” Just as He originated you, you will return [to life] –

[Aa`7:30] A group He guided, and for a group [of them] error was deservedly decreed. Indeed, they had taken the devils as allies instead of Allah while they thought that they were guided.

[Aa`7:31] O children of Adam! Take your adornment at every masjid and eat and drink, but be not excessive. Indeed, He likes not those who commit excess.

Section 4

[Aa`7:32] Say, “Who has forbidden the adornment of Allah which He has produced for His servants and the good [lawful] things of provision?” Say, “They are for those who believe during the worldly life [but] exclusively for them on the Day of Resurrection.” Thus do We detail the verses for a people who know.

[Aa`7:33] Say, “My Lord has only forbidden immoralities – what is apparent of them and what is concealed – and sin, and oppression without right, and that you associate with Allah that for which He has not sent down authority, and that you say about Allah that which you do not know.”

[Aa`7:34] And for every nation is a [specified] term. So when their time has come, they will not remain behind an hour, nor will they precede [it].

[Aa`7:35] O children of Adam, if there come to you messengers from among you relating to you My verses, then whoever fears Allah and reforms – there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.

[Aa`7:36] But the ones who deny Our signs and are arrogant toward them – those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide therein eternally.

[Aa`7:37] And who is more unjust than one who invents about Allah a lie or denies His signs? Those will attain their portion of the decree until when Our messengers come to them to take them in death, they will say, “Where are those you used to invoke besides Allah?” They will say, “They have departed from us,” and will bear witness against themselves that they were disbelievers.

[Aa`7:38] Allah will say, “Enter among nations which had passed on before you of jinn and mankind into the Fire.” Every time a nation enters, it will curse its sister until, when they have all overtaken one another therein, the last of them will say about the first of them, “Our Lord, these had misled us, so give them a double punishment of the Fire. He will say, “For each is double, but you do not know.”

[Aa`7:39] And the first of them will say to the last, “Then you had not any favor over us, so taste the punishment for what you used to earn.”

Section 5

[Aa`7:40] Indeed, those who deny Our verses and are arrogant toward them – the gates of Heaven will not be opened for them, nor will they enter Paradise until a camel enters into the eye of a needle. And thus do We recompense the criminals.

[Aa`7:41] They will have from Hell a bed and over them coverings [of fire]. And thus do We recompense the wrongdoers.

[Aa`7:42] But those who believed and did righteous deeds – We charge no soul except [within] its capacity. Those are the companions of Paradise; they will abide therein eternally.

[Aa`7:43] And We will have removed whatever is within their breasts of resentment, [while] flowing beneath them are rivers. And they will say, “Praise to Allah, who has guided us to this; and we would never have been guided if Allah had not guided us. Certainly the messengers of our Lord had come with the truth.” And they will be called, “This is Paradise, which you have been made to inherit for what you used to do.”

[Aa`7:44] And the companions of Paradise will call out to the companions of the Fire, “We have already found what our Lord promised us to be true. Have you found what your Lord promised to be true?” They will say, “Yes.” Then an announcer will announce among them, “The curse of Allah shall be upon the wrongdoers,”

[Aa`7:45] Who averted [people] from the way of Allah and sought to make it [seem] deviant while they were, concerning the Hereafter, disbelievers.

[Aa`7:46] And between them will be a partition, and on the Elevations are men who recognize all by their mark. And they call out to the companions of Paradise, “Peace be upon you.” They have not [yet] entered it, but they long intensely.

[Aa`7:47] And when their eyes are turned toward the companions of the Fire, they say, “Our Lord, do not place us with the wrongdoing people.”

Section 6

[Aa`7:48] And the companions of the Elevations will call to men [within Hell] whom they recognize by their mark, saying, “Of no avail to you was your gathering and [the fact] that you were arrogant.”

[Aa`7:49] [ Allah will say], “Are these the ones whom you [inhabitants of Hell] swore that Allah would never offer them mercy? Enter Paradise, [O People of the Elevations]. No fear will there be concerning you, nor will you grieve.”

[Aa`7:50] And the companions of the Fire will call to the companions of Paradise, “Pour upon us some water or from whatever Allah has provided you.” They will say, “Indeed, Allah has forbidden them both to the disbelievers.”

[Aa`7:51] Who took their religion as distraction and amusement and whom the worldly life deluded.” So today We will forget them just as they forgot the meeting of this Day of theirs and for having rejected Our verses.

[Aa`7:52] And We had certainly brought them a Book which We detailed by knowledge – as guidance and mercy to a people who believe.

[Aa`7:53] Do they await except its result? The Day its result comes, those who had ignored it before will say, “The messengers of our Lord had come with the truth, so are there [now] any intercessors to intercede for us or could we be sent back to do other than we used to do?” They will have lost themselves, and lost from them is what they used to invent.

Section 7

[Aa`7:54] Indeed, your Lord is Allah, who created the heavens and the earth in six days and then established Himself above the Throne. He covers the night with the day, [another night] chasing it rapidly; and [He created] the sun, the moon, and the stars subjected by His command. Unquestionably, His is the creation and the command; blessed is Allah, Lord of the worlds.

[Aa`7:55] Call upon your Lord in humility and privately; indeed, He does not like transgressors.

[Aa`7:56] And cause not corruption upon the earth after its reformation. And invoke Him in fear and aspiration. Indeed, the mercy of Allah is near to the doers of good.

[Aa`7:57] And it is He who sends the winds as good tidings before His mercy until, when they have carried heavy rainclouds, We drive them to a dead land and We send down rain therein and bring forth thereby [some] of all the fruits. Thus will We bring forth the dead; perhaps you may be reminded.

[Aa`7:58] And the good land – its vegetation emerges by permission of its Lord; but that which is bad – nothing emerges except sparsely, with difficulty. Thus do We diversify the signs for a people who are grateful.

Section 8

[Aa`7:59] Indeed, We sent Noah to his people, and he said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. Indeed, I fear for you the punishment of a tremendous Day.”

[Aa`7:60] Said the eminent among his people, “Indeed, we see you in clear error.”

[Aa`7:61] He said, “O my people, there is not in me error, but I am a messenger from the Lord of the worlds.”

[Aa`7:62] “I convey to you the messages of my Lord and advise you, and I know from Allah what you do not know.”

[Aa`7:63] “Then do you wonder that there has come to you a reminder from your Lord through a man from among you, that he may warn you and that you may fear Allah so you might receive mercy?”

[Aa`7:64] But they denied him, so We saved him and those who were with him in the ship, and We drowned those who denied Our signs. Indeed, they were a blind people.

Section 9

[Aa`7:65] And to the ‘Aad [We sent] their brother Hud. He said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. You are not but inventors [of falsehood].”

[Aa`7:66] O my people, I do not ask you for it any reward. My reward is only from the one who created me. Then will you not reason?”

[Aa`7:67] And O my people, ask forgiveness of your Lord and then repent to Him. He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in showers and increase you in strength [added] to your strength. And do not turn away, [being] criminals.”

[Aa`7:68] “I convey to you the messages of my Lord and am a sincere advisor to you.”

[Aa`7:69] “And are you surprised that there has come to you a reminder from your Lord through a man from among you, that he may warn you? And remember when He made you successors after the people of Noah and increased you in stature extensively. So remember the favors of Allah that you might succeed.”

[Aa`7:70] They said, “Have you come to us that we should worship Allah alone and leave what our fathers have worshipped? Then bring us what you promise us, if you should be of the truthful.”

[Aa`7:71] [Hud] said, “[Allah] has already imposed upon you the promise and the curse of your Lord. Do you dispute with me concerning [mere] names you have named them, you and your fathers, for which Allah has not sent down any authority? Then wait; indeed, I am with you among those who wait.”

[Aa`7:72] So We saved him and those with him by mercy from Us. And We eliminated those who denied Our signs and were not believers.

Section 10

[Aa`7:73] And to the Thamud [We sent] their brother Salih. He said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. There has come to you clear evidence from your Lord. This is the she-camel of Allah [sent] to you as a sign. So leave her to eat within Allah’s land and do not touch her with harm, lest there seize you a painful punishment.”

[Aa`7:74] “And remember when He made you successors after ‘Ad and settled you in the land, wherein you take for yourselves palaces from its plains and carve from the mountains, homes. So remember the favors of Allah and do not commit abuse on the earth as corrupters.”

[Aa`7:75] Said the eminent ones who were arrogant among his people to those who were oppressed – those who believed among them, “Do you [actually] know that Salih is sent from his Lord?” They said, “Indeed we, in that with which he was sent, are believers.”

[Aa`7:76] Said those who were arrogant, “Indeed we, in that which you have believed, are disbelievers.”

[Aa`7:77] So they hamstrung the she-camel and were insolent toward the command of their Lord and said, “O Salih, bring us what you promise us, if you should be of the messengers.”

[Aa`7:78] So the earthquake seized them, and they became within their home [corpses] fallen prone.

[Aa`7:79] And he turned away from them and said, “My people, I had certainly conveyed to you the message of my Lord and advised you, but you do not like advisors.”

[Aa`7:80] And [We had sent] Lot when he said to his people, “Do you commit such immorality as no one has preceded you with from among the worlds?

[Aa`7:81] Indeed, you approach men with desire, instead of women. Rather, you are a transgressing people.”

[Aa`7:82] But his people’s answer was only that they said, “Evict them from your city! Indeed, they are people who keep themselves pure.”

[Aa`7:83] So We saved him and his family, except for his wife; she was of those who remained behind.

[Aa`7:84] And We rained upon them a rain [of stones]. Then see how was the end of the criminals.

[Aa`7:85] And We certainly sent to Midian their brother Shu’ayb, and he said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. There has come to you clear evidence from your Lord. So fulfill the measure and weight and do not deprive people of their due and cause not corruption upon the earth after its reformation. That is better for you, if you should be believers.”

[Aa`7:86] “And do not sit on every path, threatening and averting from the way of Allah those who believe in Him, seeking to make it [seem] deviant. And remember when you were few and He increased you. And see how was the end of the corrupters.”

[Aa`7:87] “And if there should be a group among you who has believed in that with which I have been sent and a group that has not believed, then be patient until Allah judges between us. And He is the best of judges.”

[Aa`7:88] The prominent leaders of his people said, “O Shu’ayb, we will surely drive you out of our city, you and those who have believed with you, or you must return to our religion.” He said, “Even if we were unwilling?”

[Aa`7:89] “We would have fabricated a lie against Allah if we returned to your religion after Allah had saved us from it. And it is not for us to return to it except that Allah, our Lord, should will. Our Lord encompasses all things in His knowledge. Upon Allah we have relied. Our Lord, decide between us and our people in truth, and You are the best of those who give decision.”

[Aa`7:90] But the eminent ones who disbelieved among his people said, “If you should follow Shu’ayb, indeed, you would then be losers.”

[Aa`7:91] So the earthquake seized them, and they became within their home [corpses] fallen prone.

[Aa`7:92] Those who denied Shu’ayb – it was as though they had never resided there. Those who denied Shu’ayb – it was they who were the losers.

[Aa`7:93] And he turned away from them and said, “O my people, I had certainly conveyed to you the messages of my Lord and advised you, so how could I grieve for a disbelieving people?”

Section 12

[Aa`7:94] And We did not send any prophet to a city except that We seized its people with poverty and hardship that they might humble themselves [to Allah].

[Aa`7:95] Then We exchanged in place of the bad [condition] good, until they increased [and prospered] and said, “Our fathers [also] were touched with hardship and ease.” So We seized them suddenly while they did not perceive.

[Aa`7:96] And if only the people of those cities had believed and been mindful of God, We would have certainly opened up to them blessings from the heavens and the earth; but they gave the lie, and so We seized them for their deeds.

[Aa`7:97] Do the inhabitants of these towns feel secure that Our punishment will not come upon them by night while they are asleep?

[Aa`7:98] Or that Our punishment will not come upon them by day while they are at play?

[Aa`7:99] Do they feel secure against the scheme of Allah? But none feels secure from Allah’s scheme except the doomed.

Section 13

[Aa`7:100] Have the people of these towns not seen how We deal with the land that lies outside their borders? If We will, We could cause the earth to swallow them up, or let a piece of sky fall upon them. Surely in this is a sign for every penitent servant.

[Aa`7:101] And We had certainly sent among them a messenger from themselves, [saying], “Worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him; then will you not fear Him?”

[Aa`7:102] And the eminent among his people who disbelieved and denied the meeting of the Hereafter while We had given them luxury in the worldly life said, “This is not but a man like yourselves. He eats of that from which you eat and drinks of what you drink.

[Aa`7:103] And if you should obey a man like yourselves, indeed, you would then be losers.

[Aa`7:104] [Moses] said, “O Pharaoh, indeed I am a messenger from the Lord of the worlds.”

[Aa`7:105] [Moses] said, “It is not [within my power] to speak on behalf of Allah except the truth. I have come to you with a clear sign from your Lord, so send with me the Children of Israel.”

[Aa`7:106] [Pharaoh] said, “If you have come with a sign, then present it, if you should be of the truthful.”

[Aa`7:107] So Moses threw his staff, and suddenly it was a serpent manifest.

[Aa`7:108] And he drew out his hand; thereupon it was white [with radiance] for the observers.

Section 14

[Aa`7:109] Said the eminent among the people of Pharaoh, “Indeed, this is a learned magician

[Aa`7:110] Who wants to drive you out of your land by his magic. So what do you instruct?”

[Aa`7:111] They said, “Postpone [the matter of] him and his brother and send among the cities gatherers

[Aa`7:112] Who will bring you every learned, skilled magician.”

[Aa`7:113] And the magicians came to Pharaoh. They said, “Indeed for us is a reward if we are the predominant.”

[Aa`7:114] He said, “Yes, and, [moreover], you will be among those made near [to me].”

[Aa`7:115] They said, “O Moses, either you throw or we will be the first to throw.”

[Aa`7:116] He said, “Throw,” and when they threw, they bewitched the eyes of the people and struck terror into them, and they presented a great [feat of] magic.

[Aa`7:117] And We inspired to Moses, “Throw your staff,” and at once it devoured what they were falsifying.

[Aa`7:118] So the truth was established, and abolished was what they were doing.

[Aa`7:119] And Pharaoh and his people were overcome right there and became debased.

[Aa`7:120] And the magicians fell down in prostration [to Allah].

[Aa`7:121] They said, “We have believed in the Lord of the worlds,

[Aa`7:122] The Lord of Moses and Aaron.”

[Aa`7:123] Said Pharaoh, “You believed in him before I gave you permission. Indeed, this is a conspiracy which you conspired in the city to expel therefrom its people. But you are going to know.

[Aa`7:124] I will surely cut off your hands and your feet on opposite sides; then I will surely crucify you all.”

[Aa`7:125] They said, “Indeed, to our Lord we will return.

[Aa`7:126] And you do not resent us except because we believed in the signs of our Lord when they came to us. Our Lord, pour upon us patience and let us die as Muslims [in submission to You].”

Section 15

[Aa`7:127] And the eminent among the people of Pharaoh said,” Will you leave Moses and his people to cause corruption in the land and abandon you and your gods?” [Pharaoh] said, “We will kill their sons and keep their women alive; and indeed, we are subjugators over them.”

[Aa`7:128] Said Moses to his people, “Seek help through Allah and be patient. Indeed, the earth belongs to Allah. He causes to inherit it whom He wills of His servants. And the [best] outcome is for the righteous.”

[Aa`7:129] They said, “We have been harmed before you came to us and after you have come to us.” He said, “Perhaps your Lord will destroy your enemy and grant you succession in the land and see how you will do.”

[Aa`7:130] And We certainly seized the people of Pharaoh with years of famine and a deficiency in fruits that perhaps they would be reminded.

Section 16

[Aa`7:131] Whenever good came to them, they said, “This is ours”; but if a misfortune befell them, they ascribed it to ill fortune associated with Moses and those with him. Unquestionably, their fortune is from Allah, but most of them do not know.

[Aa`7:132] And they said, “No matter what sign you bring us with which to bewitch us, we will not be believers in you.”

[Aa`7:133] So We sent upon them the flood and the locusts and the lice and the frogs and the blood as distinct signs, but they were arrogant and were a criminal people.

[Aa`7:134] And when the punishment descended upon them, they said, “O Moses, invoke for us your Lord by what He has promised you. If you [can] remove the punishment from us, we will surely believe you, and we will send with you the Children of Israel.”

[Aa`7:135] But when We removed the punishment from them until a term which they were to reach, then at once they broke their word.

[Aa`7:136] So We took retribution from them, and We drowned them in the sea because they denied Our signs and were heedless of them.

[Aa`7:137] And We caused the people who had been oppressed to inherit the eastern regions of the land and the western ones, which We had blessed. And the good word of your Lord was fulfilled for the Children of Israel because of what they had patiently endured. And We destroyed [all] that Pharaoh and his people were producing and what they had been building.

[Aa`7:138] And We led the Children of Israel across the sea; then they came upon a people devoted to their idols, who said, “O Moses, make for us a god just as they have gods.” He said, “Indeed, you are a people behaving ignorantly.”

[Aa`7:139] “The way they worship is bound to lead to destruction, and all their deeds are in vain.”

[Aa`7:140] He said, “Should I seek for you a god other than Allah while He has favored you over all other beings?”

[Aa`7:141] And recall when We saved you from the people of Pharaoh who afflicted you with grievous torment, killing your sons and sparing your women. And in this there was a great trial from your Lord.

Section 17

[Aa`7:142] And We made an appointment with Moses for thirty nights, and completed them with ten extra, so the appointed time of his Lord was forty nights in total. Moses said to his brother Aaron, “Take my place among my people, do right, and do not follow the way of the corrupters.”

[Aa`7:143] And when Moses arrived at the appointed time and his Lord spoke to him, he said, “My Lord, show Yourself to me that I may look at You.” He said, “You cannot bear to see Me. But look at the mountain; if it remains firm in its place, then you will be able to see Me.” But when his Lord manifested His glory to the mountain, He made it crumble to dust, and Moses fell down unconscious. When he recovered, he said, “Glory be to You! I turn to You in repentance, and I am the first to believe.”

[Aa`7:144] Allah said, “O Moses, I have chosen you over the people with My messages and My words, so take what I have given you and be among the grateful.”

[Aa`7:145] And We wrote for him on the tablets an admonition concerning all matters, and a clear explanation for everything. So hold onto them firmly and command your people to follow the best in them. I will show you the fate of the rebellious.”

[Aa`7:146] “I will turn away from My signs those who unjustly boast in the land without cause. And even if they see all the signs, they will not believe in them. And if they see the path of righteousness, they will not take it as a way, but if they see the path of error, they will take it as a way. That is because they denied Our signs and were heedless of them.”

[Aa`7:147] And those who deny Our signs and the meeting of the Hereafter – their deeds have become worthless. Can they expect any reward except for what they used to do?

Section 18

[Aa`7:148] And behind Moses, his people made a calf from their ornaments, an image with a lowing sound. Did they not see that it could neither speak to them nor guide them to any way? They chose it for worship, and they were wrongdoers.

[Aa`7:149] Yet when they saw the consequences and realized that they had gone astray, they said, “If our Lord does not have mercy on us and forgive us, we will certainly be among the losers.”

[Aa`7:150] And when Moses returned to his people, angry and grieved, he said, “What a terrible thing you have done in my absence! Did you hasten the command of your Lord?” And he threw down the tablets and took hold of his brother’s head, pulling him towards himself. Aaron said, “O son of my mother, indeed the people overpowered me and were about to kill me, so let not the enemies rejoice over me and do not include me with the wrongdoing people.”

[Aa`7:151] Moses prayed, “My Lord, forgive me and my brother and admit us into Your mercy, for You are the most merciful of the merciful.”

Section 19

[Aa`7:152] Surely, those who adopted the calf [for worship] – wrath from their Lord and humiliation in the life of this world will come upon them. That is how We reward the fabricators of falsehood.

[Aa`7:153] As for those who commit evil deeds and then repent and believe, your Lord is thereafter certainly forgiving, merciful.

[Aa`7:154] And when the anger of Moses subsided, he picked up the tablets, and in their inscriptions is guidance and mercy for those who fear their Lord.

[Aa`7:155] And Moses chose from his people seventy men for an appointment with Us. When the earthquake overtook them, he said, “My Lord, if You had willed, You could have destroyed them and me before. Would You destroy us for what the foolish among us have done? This is but a trial from You. You lead astray whom You will and guide whom You will. You are our Protector, so forgive us and have mercy on us, for You are the best of forgivers.”

[Aa`7:156] “And decree goodness for us in this world and in the Hereafter; indeed, we have turned to You.” He said, “I afflict with My punishment whomever I will, but My mercy encompasses all things. So I will decree it for those who are conscious of Allah, give alms, and believe in Our signs.”

[Aa`7:157] “Those who follow this Noble Messenger, the Ummi Prophet, whom they find mentioned in the Torah and the Gospel with them. He commands them to do good and forbids them from evil, makes lawful for them what is clean and prohibits what is impure, and relieves them of their burdens and the chains that were upon them. So those who believe in him, support him, and follow the light that has come down with him – it is they who will succeed.”

Section 20

[Aa`7:158] Say, “O people, I am the Noble Messenger of Allah to you all, of Him to whom belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth. There is no deity except Him; He gives life and causes death.” So believe in Allah and His Messenger, the Ummi Prophet, who believes in Allah and His words. Follow him that you may be guided.

[Aa`7:159] And among the people of Moses is a community that guides by the truth and establishes justice with it.

[Aa`7:160] And We divided them into twelve tribes, as distinct communities. And when his people asked him for water, We inspired Moses, “Strike the rock with your staff,” and there gushed forth from it twelve springs. Each group knew its drinking place. And We shaded them with clouds and sent down upon them manna and quails, [saying], “Eat from the good things with which We have provided you.” And they wronged Us not, but they were [only] wronging themselves.

[Aa`7:161] And [mention] when it was said to them, “Dwell in this city and eat from it wherever you will and say, ‘Relieve us of our burdens,’ and enter the gate bowing humbly; We will [then] forgive you your sins. We will increase the doers of good [in goodness and reward].”

[Aa`7:162] But those who wronged among them changed [the words] to a statement other than that which had been said to them. So We sent upon them a punishment from the sky for their wrongdoing.

Section 21

[Aa`7:163] And ask them about the town that was by the sea – when they transgressed in [the matter of] the Sabbath when their fish came to them openly on their Sabbath day and did not come to them on a day they had no Sabbath. Thus did We give them trial because they were defiantly disobedient.

[Aa`7:164] And when a faction of them said, “Why do you advise [or warn] a people whom Allah is [about] to destroy or to punish with a severe punishment?” They [the advisors] said, “To be absolved before your Lord and perhaps they may fear Him.”

[Aa`7:165] So when they forgot that by which they had been reminded, We saved those who had forbidden evil and seized those who wronged, with a wretched punishment, because they were defiantly disobeying.

[Aa`7:166] And when they disdainfully persisted in what they had been forbidden, We said to them, “Be apes, despised.”

[Aa`7:167] And [mention] when your Lord declared that He would surely [continue to] send upon them until the Day of Resurrection those who would afflict them with the worst torment. Indeed, your Lord is swift in penalty; but indeed, He is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Aa`7:168] And We divided them throughout the earth into separate communities. Of them some were righteous, and of them some were otherwise. And We tested them with good [times] and bad that perhaps they would return [to obedience].

[Aa`7:169] And there followed them successors who inherited the Scripture [while] taking the commodities of this lower life and saying, “It will be forgiven for us.” And if an offer like it comes to them, they will [again] take it. Was not the covenant of the Scripture taken from them that they would not say about Allah except the truth, and they studied what was in it? And the home of the Hereafter is better for those who fear Allah, so will you not use reason?

[Aa`7:170] But those who hold fast to the Book and establish prayer – indeed, We will not allow to be lost the reward of the reformers.

[Aa`7:171] And [mention] when We raised the mountain above them as if it were a dark cloud and they were certain that it would fall upon them, [and Allah said], “Take what We have given you with determination and remember what is in it that you might fear Allah.”

Section 22

[Aa`7:172] And [mention] when your Lord took from the children of Adam – from their loins – their descendants and made them testify of themselves, [saying to them], “Am I not your Lord?” They said, “Yes, we have testified.” [This] – lest you should say on the Day of Resurrection, “Indeed, we were of this unaware.”

[Aa`7:173] Or [lest] you say, “It was only that our forefathers associated [others in worship] with Allah before, and we were but descendants after them. Then would You destroy us for what the falsifiers have done?”

[Aa`7:174] And thus do We [explain in] detail the verses, and perhaps they will return.

[Aa`7:175] And recite to them, [O Muhammad], the news of him to whom We gave [knowledge of] Our signs, but he detached himself from them; so Satan pursued him, and he became of the deviators.

[Aa`7:176] And if We had willed, we could have elevated him thereby, but he adhered [instead] to the earth and followed his own desire. So his example is like that of the dog: if you chase him, he pants, or if you leave him, he [still] pants. That is the example of the people who denied Our signs. So relate the stories that perhaps they will give thought.

[Aa`7:177] How evil an example [is that of] the people who denied Our signs and used to wrong themselves.

[Aa`7:178] Whoever Allah guides – he is the [rightly] guided; and whoever He sends astray – it is those who are the losers.

[Aa`7:179] Indeed, We have created many jinn and mankind for Hell; they have hearts with which they do not understand, they have eyes with which they do not see, and they have ears with which they do not hear. They are like livestock; rather, they are more astray. It is they who are heedless.

[Aa`7:180] And to Allah belong the best names, so invoke Him by them. And leave [the company of] those who practice deviation concerning His names. They will be recompensed for what they have been doing.

[Aa`7:181] And among those We created is a community which guides by truth and thereby establishes justice.

[Aa`7:182] But those who denied Our signs – We will gradually lead them [to destruction] from where they do not know.

Section 23

[Aa`7:183] And I will give them time. Indeed, My plan is firm.

[Aa`7:184] Do they not reflect upon themselves? Allah created the heavens and the earth and everything between them in Truth and for an appointed term. Yet many people deny they will meet their Lord.

[Aa`7:185] Have they not travelled through the land and observed how was the end of those before them? But the home of the Hereafter is better for those who fear Allah. Will you not use reason?

[Aa`7:186] For those whom Allah leaves to stray, there is no guide. He leaves them in their insolence, blindly wandering.

[Aa`7:187] They ask you about the Hour, when will be its appointed time? Say, “Its knowledge is only with my Lord. None can reveal its coming except Him. It is heavy in the heavens and the earth. It will come suddenly, to those unaware.” They ask you as if you are acquainted with it. Say, “Its knowledge is only with Allah, but most of the people do not know.”

[Aa`7:188] Say, “I have no power to benefit or harm myself, except what Allah wills. And if I had knowledge of the unseen, I would have acquired much good, and no harm would touch me. I am not but a warner and a bringer of good tidings to a people who believe.”

Section 24

[Aa`7:189] It is He who created you from one soul and created from it its mate that he might dwell in security with her. And when he covers her, she carries a light burden and continues therein. But when she grows heavy, they both invoke Allah, their Lord, “If You should give us a good [child], we will surely be among the grateful.”

[Aa`7:190] But when He gives them a good [child], they ascribe to Him partners concerning that which He has given them. Exalted is Allah above what they associate with Him.

[Aa`7:191] Do they associate with Him those who create nothing and they are [themselves] created?

[Aa`7:192] And the false deities they invoke are not capable of helping them, nor can they help themselves.

[Aa`7:193] And if you [believers] invite them to guidance, they do not hear; and you see them looking at you while they do not see.

[Aa`7:194] Take what is due and whomever you worship besides Allah, show me! They do not possess any power of harm or benefit for me.

[Aa`7:195] Have they feet by which they walk? Or have they hands by which they strike? Or have they eyes by which they see? Or have they ears by which they hear? Say, “Call your ‘partners’ and then conspire against me and give me no respite.”

[Aa`7:196] “Truly, my Guardian is Allah, who has sent down the Book, and He befriends the righteous.”

[Aa`7:197] “And those you invoke besides Him cannot help you, nor can they help themselves.”

[Aa`7:198] And when you invite them to guidance, they do not listen. And you see them looking toward you while they do not perceive.

[Aa`7:199] And, O Prophet, show forgiveness, and enjoin what is right, and turn away from the ignorant.

[Aa`7:200] And if Satan should provoke you, then seek refuge in Allah. Indeed, He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

[Aa`7:201] Indeed, those who are conscious of Allah, when touched by a visitation from Satan, remember [Allah], and then they have clarity.

[Aa`7:202] But the devils distract those they approach into error, so they are not guided.

[Aa`7:203] And if, [O Prophet], you do not bring them a sign, they say, “Why have you not concocted it?” Say, “I only follow what is revealed to me from my Lord. This [Qur’an] is insight from your Lord and guidance and mercy for a people who believe.”

[Aa`7:204] And when the Qur’an is recited, listen to it attentively and remain silent, that you may receive mercy.

[Aa`7:205] And remember your Lord within yourself with humility and in awe, below your voice, morning and evening, and do not be of the neglectful.

[Aa`7:206] Indeed, those who are in the presence of your Lord are never too proud to worship Him, and they exalt Him, and to Him they prostrate. (Prostration Command #1)

AL ANFAL (THE WAR BOOTY)

[Anfal 8:1] They ask you, O Prophet, about the spoils of war. Say, “The spoils of war belong to Allah and the Messenger.” So fear Allah and amend your relationships among yourselves, and obey Allah and His Messenger, if you are believers.

[Anfal 8:2] The true believers are those whose hearts tremble with awe when Allah is mentioned, and whose faith increases when His revelations are recited to them, and who rely upon their Lord.

[An8:3] Those who establish the prayer and from what We have provided them, they spend.

[An8:4] It is they who are the true believers. For them are degrees of honor with their Lord, and forgiveness, and a generous provision.

[An8:5] Just as your Lord brought you out of your home with the truth, even though a group of believers disliked it.

[An8:6] Disputing with you concerning the truth after it had become clear, as if they were being driven towards death while they were watching.

[An8:7] And recall when Allah promised you that one of the two groups would be yours, and you wished that the unarmed group should be yours. But Allah intended to establish the truth by His words and to eliminate the disbelievers.

[An8:8] That He might establish the truth and abolish falsehood, even if the criminals dislike it.

[An8:9] Remember when you, O Prophet, sought help from your Lord and He responded, “I will reinforce you with a thousand angels in succession.”

[An8:10] And Allah made it only as a glad tidings and to reassure your hearts. The help comes only from Allah, the Almighty, the Wise.

Section 2

[An8:11] When He caused a peaceful slumber to overcome you as a security from Him, and He sent down rain from the sky to cleanse you thereby and to remove from you the impurity of Satan, and to strengthen your hearts and make your steps firm.

[An8:12] And when your Lord inspired the angels, “I am with you, so strengthen those who have believed. I will cast terror into the hearts of those who disbelieved, so strike upon the necks and strike from them every fingertip.”

[An8:13] That is because they opposed Allah and His Messenger. And whoever opposes Allah and His Messenger – then indeed, Allah is severe in penalty.

[An8:14] That [is your lot]. So taste it. And indeed for the disbelievers is the punishment of the Fire.

[An8:15] O you who have believed, when you meet those who disbelieve advancing [for battle], do not turn to them your backs [in flight].

[An8:16] And whoever turns his back to them on such a day, unless swerving [as a strategy] for war or joining [another] company, has certainly returned with anger [upon him] from Allah, and his refuge is Hell – and wretched is the destination.

[An8:17] So you did not kill them, but it was Allah who killed them. And you threw not, [O Muhammad], when you threw, but it was Allah who threw that He might test the believers with a good test. Indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

[An8:18] That [is so], and [also] that Allah will weaken the plot of the disbelievers.

[An8:19] If you [disbelievers] seek the victory – the defeat has come to you. And if you desist [from hostilities], it is best for you; but if you return [to war], We will return, and never will you be availed by your [large] company at all, even if it should increase; and [that is] because Allah is with the believers.

Section 3

[An8:20] O you who have believed, obey Allah and His Messenger and do not turn from him while you hear [his order].

[An8:21] And do not be like those who say, “We have heard,” while they do not hear.

[An8:22] Indeed, the worst of living creatures in the sight of Allah are the deaf and dumb who do not use reason.

[An8:23] Had Allah known any good in them, He would have made them hear. And if He had made them hear, they would [still] have turned away, while they were refusing.

[An8:24] O you who have believed, respond to Allah and to the Messenger when he calls you to that which gives you life. And know that Allah intervenes between a man and his heart and that to Him you will be gathered.

[An8:25] And beware of a trial which will not strike exclusively those among you who have wronged; and know that Allah is severe in penalty.

[An8:26] And remember when you were few and oppressed in the land, fearing that people might abduct you, but He sheltered you, supported you with His victory, and provided you with good things that you might be grateful.

[An8:27] O you who have believed, do not betray Allah and the Messenger or betray your trusts while you know [the consequence].

[An8:28] And know that your properties and your children are but a trial and that Allah has with Him a great reward.

Section 4

[An8:29] O you who have believed, if you fear Allah, He will grant you a criterion and will remove from you your misdeeds and forgive you. And Allah is the possessor of great bounty.

[An8:30] And [remember, O Muhammad], when those who disbelieved plotted against you to restrain you or kill you or evict you [from Makkah]. But they plan, and Allah plans. And Allah is the best of planners.

[An8:31] And when Our verses are recited to them, they say, “We have heard. If we willed, we could say something like this. These are not but legends of the former peoples.”

[An8:32] And [mention] when they said, “O Allah, if this should be the truth from You, then rain down upon us stones from the sky or bring us a painful punishment.”

[An8:33] But Allah would not punish them while you, [O Muhammad], are among them, and Allah would not punish them while they seek forgiveness.

[An8:34] What is [the matter] with you [that you are] two groups concerning the hypocrites, while Allah has made them fall back [into error and disbelief] for what they earned. Do you wish to guide those whom Allah has sent astray? And he whom Allah sends astray – never will you find for him a way [of guidance].

[An8:35] And they swear by Allah that they are from among you while they are not from among you; but they are a people who are afraid.

[An8:36] If they could find a refuge or some caves or any place to enter, they would turn to it while they run heedlessly.

[An8:37] And among them are some who criticize you concerning the [distribution of] charities. If they are given from them, they approve; but if they are not given from them, at once they become angry.

[An8:38] If they had been satisfied with what Allah and His Messenger gave them and said, “Sufficient for us is Allah; Allah will give us of His bounty, and [so will] His Messenger; indeed, we are desirous toward Allah,” [it would have been better for them].

[An8:39] The Bedouins say, “We have believed.” Say, “You have not [yet] believed; but say [instead], ‘We have submitted,’ for faith has not yet entered your hearts. And if you obey Allah and His Messenger, He will not deprive you from your deeds of anything. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.”

[An8:40] The believers are only those who, when Allah is mentioned, their hearts become fearful, and when His verses are recited to them, it increases them in faith; and upon their Lord they rely –

[An8:41] And know that anything you obtain of war booty – then indeed, for Allah is one fifth of it and for the Messenger and for [his] near relatives and the orphans, the needy, and the [stranded] traveler, if you have believed in Allah and in that which We sent down to Our Servant on the day of criterion – the day when the two armies met. And Allah, over all things, is competent.

[An8:42] [Remember] when you were on the near side of the valley, and they were on the farther side, and the caravan was lower [in position] than you. If you had made an appointment [to meet], you would have missed the appointment. But [it was] so that Allah might accomplish a matter already destined – that those who perished [through disbelief] would perish upon evidence and those who lived [in faith] would live upon evidence; and indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

[An8:43] [Remember] when Allah showed them to you in your dream as few; and if He had shown them to you as many, you [believers] would have lost courage and would have disputed in the matter [of whether to fight], but Allah saved [you from that]. Indeed, He is Knowing of that within the breasts.

[An8:44] And [remember] when He showed them to you, when you met, as few in your eyes, and He made you [appear] as few in their eyes so that Allah might accomplish a matter already destined. And to Allah are [all] matters returned.

Section 6

[An8:45] O you who have believed, when you meet a company [from the enemy forces], stand firm and remember Allah much that you may be successful.

[An8:46] And obey Allah and His Messenger, and do not dispute and [thus] lose courage and [then] your strength would depart; and be patient. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.

[An8:47] And do not be like those who came forth from their homes insolently and to be seen by people and avert [them] from the way of Allah. And Allah is encompassing of what they do.

Section 7

[An8:48] And [mention] when Satan made pleasing to them their deeds and said, “No one can overcome you today from among the people, and indeed, I am your protector.” But when the two armies sighted each other, he turned on his heels and said, “Indeed, I am disassociated from you. Indeed, I see what you do not see; indeed, I fear Allah. And Allah is severe in penalty.”

[An8:49] [Remember] when the hypocrites and those in whose hearts is disease said, “Their religion has deluded those [Muslims].” But whoever relies upon Allah – then indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

[An8:50] And if you could but see when the angels take the souls of those who disbelieved… They are striking their faces and their backs and [saying], “Taste the punishment of the Burning Fire.

[An8:51] That is for what your hands have put forth and because Allah is not ever unjust to [His] servants.”

[An8:52] [Theirs is] like the custom of the people of Pharaoh and of those before them. They denied the signs of Allah, so Allah seized them for their sins. Indeed, Allah is Powerful and severe in penalty.

[An8:53] This is because Allah would not change a favor which He had bestowed upon a people until they change what is within themselves. And indeed, Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

[An8:54] [Theirs is] like the custom of the people of Pharaoh and of those before them. They denied the signs of Allah, so Allah seized them for their sins. Indeed, Allah is Powerful and severe in penalty.

[An8:55] The worst of living creatures in the sight of Allah are those who disbelieve, and they will not [ever] believe –

[An8:56] The ones with whom you made a treaty but then they break their pledge every time, and they do not fear Allah.

[An8:57] So if you, [O Muhammad], gain dominance over them in war, disperse by [means of] them those behind them that perhaps they will be reminded.

[An8:58] And if you [have reason to] fear from a people betrayal, throw [their treaty] back to them, [putting you] on equal terms. Indeed, Allah does not like traitors.

Section 8

[An8:59] And never think that those who disbelieve have escaped. [It is] they who are but delaying [their] account.

[An8:60] And prepare against them whatever you are able of power and of steeds of war by which you may terrify the enemy of Allah and your enemy and others besides them whom you do not know [but] whom Allah knows. And whatever you spend in the cause of Allah will be fully repaid to you, and you will not be wronged.

[An8:61] And if they incline to peace, then incline to it [also] and rely upon Allah. Indeed, it is He who is the Hearing, the Knowing.

[An8:62] But if they intend to deceive you – then sufficient for you is Allah. It is He who supported you with His help and with the believers

[An8:63] And brought together their hearts. If you had spent all that is in the earth, you could not have brought their hearts together; but Allah brought them together. Indeed, He is Exalted in Might and Wise.

[An8:64] O Prophet, sufficient for you is Allah and for whoever follows you of the believers.

Section 9

[An8:65] O Prophet, urge the believers to battle. If there are among you twenty [who are] steadfast, they will overcome two hundred. And if there are among you one hundred [who are] steadfast, they will overcome a thousand of those who have disbelieved because they are a people who do not understand.

[An8:66] Now Allah has lightened [the hardship] for you, and He knows that among you is weakness. So if there are from you one hundred [who are] steadfast, they will overcome two hundred. And if there are among you a thousand, they will overcome two thousand by permission of Allah. And Allah is with the steadfast.

[An8:67] It is not for a prophet to have captives [of war] until he inflicts a massacre [upon Allah’s enemies] in the land. Some Muslims desire the commodities of this world, but Allah desires [for you] the Hereafter. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

[An8:68] Had it not been for a decree from Allah that preceded, a severe punishment would have reached you for what you took.

[An8:69] So consume what you have taken of war booty [as being] lawful and good, and fear Allah. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Section 10

[An8:70] O Prophet, say to the captives who are in your hands, “If Allah knows [any] good in your hearts, He will give you [something] better than what was taken from you, and He will forgive you; and Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.”

[An8:71] But if they intend to betray you – then they have already betrayed Allah before, and He empowered [you] over them. And Allah is Knowing and Wise.

[An8:72] Indeed, those who believed and emigrated and fought with their wealth and lives in the cause of Allah and those who gave shelter and aided – they are allies of one another. But those who believed and did not emigrate – for you there is no guardianship of them until they emigrate. And if they seek help of you for the religion, then you must help, except against a people between yourselves and whom is a treaty. And Allah is Seeing of what you do.

[An8:73] And those who disbelieved are allies of one another. If you do not do so [i.e., ally yourselves], there will be fitnah on the earth and great corruption.

[An8:74] But those who have believed and emigrated and fought in the cause of Allah and those who gave shelter and aided – it is they who are the believers, truly. For them is forgiveness and noble provision.

[An8:75] And those who believed after [the initial emigration] and emigrated and fought with you – they are of you. But those of [blood] relationship are more entitled [to inheritance] in the decree of Allah. Indeed, Allah is Knowing of all things.

AL TAUBAH (THE REPENTANCE)

Section 1

[Taubah 9:1] A declaration of dissolution of treaty from Allah and His Messenger is announced to the polytheists with whom you had a covenant.

[Taubeh 9:2] So travel freely in the land for four months, and know that you cannot escape Allah, and that Allah will humiliate the disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:3] And a proclamation from Allah and His Messenger to the people on the day of the Greater Pilgrimage that Allah is free from any obligation to the polytheists, and so is His Messenger. So if you repent, it is better for you; but if you turn away, then know that you cannot escape Allah. And give the disbelievers the news of a painful punishment.

[Taubeh 9:4] Except those polytheists with whom you had a treaty and they have not been deficient towards you in any respect, nor supported anyone against you. So fulfill their treaty to the end of their term. Indeed, Allah loves those who are conscious of Him.

[Taubeh 9:5] And when the sacred months have passed, then kill the polytheists wherever you find them and capture them and besiege them and sit in wait for them at every place of ambush. But if they should repent, establish prayer, and give zakah, let them [go] on their way. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Taubeh 9:6] And if any one of the polytheists seeks your protection, then grant him protection so that he may hear the words of Allah. Then deliver him to his place of safety. That is because they are a people who do not know.

Section 2

[Taubeh 9:7] How can there be a treaty with Allah and His Messenger for the polytheists, except for those with whom you made a treaty near the Sacred Mosque? As long as they remain true to the treaty for you, uphold it as well; indeed Allah loves those who are mindful [of Him].

[Taubeh 9:8] How can there be a treaty while, if they gain dominance over you, they do not observe towards you any pact of kinship or covenant? They satisfy you with their mouths, but their hearts refuse [compliance], and most of them are defiantly disobedient.

[Taubeh 9:9] They have exchanged the signs of Allah for a small price and averted [people] from His way. Indeed, it was evil that they were doing.

[Taubeh 9:10] They do not observe towards a believer any pact of kinship or covenant. And it is they who are the transgressors.

[Taubeh 9:11] But if they repent, establish prayer, and give zakah, then they are your brothers in religion; and We detail the verses for a people who know.

[Taubeh 9:12] And if they break their oaths after their treaty and defame your religion, then fight the leaders of disbelief, for indeed, there are no oaths [sacred] to them; [fight them that] they might cease.

[Taubeh 9:13] Would you not fight a people who broke their oaths and determined to expel the Messenger, and they had begun [the attack upon] you the first time? Do you fear them? But Allah has more right that you should fear Him, if you are [truly] believers.

Section 3

[Taubeh 9:14] Fight them; Allah will punish them by your hands and will disgrace them and give you victory over them and satisfy the breasts of a believing people.

[Taubeh 9:15] And remove the fury in the believers’ hearts. Allah turns in forgiveness to whom He wills; Allah is Knowing and Wise.

[Taubeh 9:16] Do you think that you will be left [as you are] while Allah has not yet made evident those among you who strive [for His cause] and do not take other than Allah, His Messenger and the believers as intimate friends? And Allah is Acquainted with what you do.

Section 4

[Taubeh 9:17] The polytheists are not to maintain the mosques of Allah while witnessing against themselves disbelief. [For] those, their deeds have become worthless, and in the Fire they will abide eternally.

[Taubeh 9:18] The mosques of Allah are only to be maintained by those who believe in Allah and the Last Day and establish prayer and give zakah and do not fear except Allah, for it is expected that those will be of the [rightly] guided.

[Taubeh 9:19] Have you made the providing of water for the pilgrim and the maintenance of al-Masjid al-Haram equal to [the deeds of] one who believes in Allah and the Last Day and strives in the cause of Allah? They are not equal in the sight of Allah. And Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people.

[Taubeh 9:20] The ones who have believed, emigrated and striven in the cause of Allah with their wealth and their lives are greater in rank in the sight of Allah. And it is those who are the attainers [of success].

[Taubeh 9:21] Their Lord gives them the good news of His mercy and pleasure, and gardens in which there are everlasting delights for them.

[Taubeh 9:22] They will abide therein forever. Indeed, with Allah is a great reward.

[Taubeh 9:23] O believers! Do not take your fathers or your brothers as allies if they have preferred disbelief over faith. And whoever does so among you, then it is those who are the wrongdoers.

[Taubeh 9:24] Say, “If your fathers, your sons, your brothers, your wives, your relatives, wealth which you have obtained, commerce wherein you fear decline, and dwellings with which you are pleased are more beloved to you than Allah and His Messenger and struggle in His cause, then wait until Allah executes His command. And Allah does not guide the defiantly disobedient people.”

Section 4

[Taubeh 9:25] Allah had already given you victory at many places and [even] on the day of Hunayn, when your great number pleased you, but it did not avail you at all, and the earth was confining for you with its vastness; then you turned back, fleeing.

[Taubeh 9:26] Then Allah sent down His tranquillity upon His Messenger and upon the believers and sent down armies you did not see, and punished those who disbelieved. And that is the recompense of the disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:27] Then Allah turns in mercy to whom He wills; and Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

[Taubeh 9:28] O you who have believed, indeed the polytheists are unclean, so let them not approach the Masjid al-Haram after this, their [final] year. And if you fear privation, Allah will enrich you from His bounty if He wills. Indeed, Allah is Knowing and Wise.

[Taubeh 9:29] Fight those who do not believe in Allah or in the Last Day and who do not consider unlawful what Allah and His Messenger have made unlawful and who do not adopt the religion of truth from those who were given the Scripture – [fight] until they give the jizyah willingly while they are humbled.

Section 5

[Taubeh 9:30] The Jews say, “Ezra is the son of Allah “; and the Christians say, “The Messiah is the son of Allah.” That is their statement from their mouths; they imitate the saying of those who disbelieved [before them]. May Allah destroy them; how are they deluded?

[Taubeh 9:31] They have taken their scholars and monks as lords besides Allah, and [also] the Messiah, the son of Mary. And they were not commanded except to worship one God; there is no deity except Him. Exalted is He above whatever they associate with Him.

[Taubeh 9:32] They want to extinguish the light of Allah with their mouths, but Allah refuses except to perfect His light, although the disbelievers dislike it.

[Taubeh 9:33] It is He who sent His Messenger with guidance and the religion of truth to manifest it over all religion, although those who associate others with Allah dislike it.

[Taubeh 9:34] O you who have believed, indeed many of the scholars and the monks devour the wealth of people unjustly and avert [them] from the way of Allah. And those who hoard gold and silver and spend it not in the way of Allah – give them tidings of a painful punishment.

[Taubeh 9:35] The Day when it will be heated in the fire of Hell and seared therewith will be their foreheads, their flanks, and their backs, [it will be said], “This is what you hoarded for yourselves, so taste what you used to hoard.”

[Taubeh 9:36] Indeed, the number of months with Allah is twelve [lunar] months in the register of Allah [from] the day He created the heavens and the earth; of these, four are sacred. That is the correct religion, so do not wrong yourselves during them. And fight against the disbelievers collectively as they fight against you collectively. And know that Allah is with the righteous.

[Taubeh 9:37] Their postponing of the sacred months is but an increase in disbelief by which those who disbelieve are led further astray. They make it lawful one year and unlawful another year to correspond to the number made unlawful by Allah and [thus] make lawful what Allah has made unlawful. Made pleasing to them is the evil of their deeds; and Allah does not guide the disbelieving people.

Section 6

[Taubeh 9:38] O believers, what is [the matter] with you that, when you are told to go forth in the cause of Allah, you cling heavily to the earth? Are you satisfied with the life of this world rather than the Hereafter? But what is the enjoyment of worldly life compared to the Hereafter except a [very] little.

[Taubeh 9:39] If you do not go forth, He will punish you with a painful punishment and will replace you with another people, and you will not harm Him at all. And Allah is over all things competent.

[Taubeh 9:40] If you do not aid the Prophet – Allah has already aided him when those who disbelieved had driven him out [of Makkah] as one of two, when they were in the cave and he said to his companion, “Do not grieve; indeed Allah is with us.” And Allah sent down his tranquility upon him and supported him with angels you did not see and made the word of those who disbelieved the lowest, while the word of Allah – that is the highest. And Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.

[Taubeh 9:41] Whether willingly or reluctantly, you should go forth in the cause of Allah, and strive with your wealth and your lives. That is better for you, if you only knew.

[Taubeh 9:42] Had there been an immediate gain and an easy journey, they would have followed you, but the distance seemed too far to them. And they will swear by Allah, “Had we been able, we would have certainly gone forth with you.” They destroy their own souls, and Allah knows that they are liars.

Section 7

[Taubeh 9:43] May Allah pardon you! Why did you grant them permission [to stay behind] before it became clear to you who is truthful and you knew the liars?

[Taubeh 9:44] Those who believe in Allah and the Last Day would not ask your permission to be excused from striving with their wealth and their lives. And Allah is fully aware of the righteous.

[Taubeh 9:45] They only request an excuse from you who do not believe in Allah and the Last Day, and whose hearts are full of doubt. So they waver in their doubt.

[Taubeh 9:46] And if they had intended to go forth, they would have certainly prepared for it [properly], but Allah disliked their setting out, so He kept them back, and it was said to them, “Stay back with those who stay behind.”

[Taubeh 9:47] Had they gone forth among you, they would not have added to your strength except confusion and would have hurried about in your midst spreading sedition, and among you there are some who listen to them. And Allah knows the wrongdoers.

[Taubeh 9:48] They had initially plotted to create confusion, but their plan turned against them. The truth prevailed, and Allah’s command became evident, even though they disliked it.

[Taubeh 9:49] Among them are those who say, “Grant me exemption from fighting and do not put me to the test.” Surely, they have already fallen into trial, and indeed Hell encompasses the disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:50] If good comes your way, they are displeased, but if a calamity befalls you, they say, “We had taken our precautions in advance,” and they turn away rejoicing.

[Taubeh 9:51] Say, “Nothing will happen to us except what Allah has decreed for us; He is our Protector, and in Allah the believers must place their trust.”

[Taubeh 9:52] Say, “Do you await for us except one of two excellent things?* And we await for you that Allah will afflict you with punishment from Himself or at our hands. So wait; we too are waiting with you.” (*Martyrdom or victory)

[Taubeh 9:53] Say, “Spend willingly or reluctantly; it will never be accepted from you. Indeed, you are a rebellious people.”

[Taubeh 9:54] And nothing prevented their contributions from being accepted except that they disbelieved in Allah and His Noble Messenger, and they come to prayer hesitatingly, and they only spend reluctantly.

[Taubeh 9:55] So don’t let their wealth or their children amaze you. Allah only intends to punish them with these things in the life of this world, and that their souls should depart while they are still disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:56] And they swear by Allah that they are of your group, while they are not of your group; rather, they are a fearful people.

[Taubeh 9:57] If they find a refuge or caves or a hiding place, they will surely turn towards it in haste.

[Taubeh 9:58] And among them are those who criticize your distribution of charity. If they are given from it, they are pleased, but if not, then they become displeased.

[Taubeh 9:59] How excellent it would be if they were content with what Allah and His Noble Messenger have given them, and said, “Allah is Sufficient for us; Allah will provide for us from His bounty, as will His Noble Messenger; and to Allah we turn with hope.”

Section 8

[Taubeh 9:60] The obligatory charity is meant only for the poor, the needy, those who work to administer it, those whose hearts need to be won over, to free slaves, to help those burdened by debt, in the cause of Allah, and for the wayfarer. This is an obligation from Allah, and Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.

[Taubeh 9:61] Among them are those who annoy the Prophet and say, “He is only an ear.” Say, “He is a listening ear for your benefit; he believes in Allah and trusts the believers, and he is a mercy for those among you who believe.” Those who annoy the Messenger of Allah will have a painful punishment.

[Taubeh 9:62] They swear by Allah in your presence to please you, while it is Allah and His Noble Messenger whose pleasure they should seek if they are believers.

[Taubeh 9:63] Do they not know that whoever opposes Allah and His Noble Messenger, for him is the fire of Hell, wherein he will abide eternally? That is the ultimate disgrace.

[Taubeh 9:64] The hypocrites fear that a Surah may be revealed about them, exposing what is in their hearts. Say, “Mock as you wish; Allah will expose what you fear.”

[Taubeh 9:65] And if you ask them, they will say, “We were only conversing and playing.” Say, “Is it Allah and His verses and His Noble Messenger that you were mocking?”

[Taubeh 9:66] “Make no excuses; you have disbelieved after your belief.” If We pardon one faction of you , We will punish another faction because they were criminals. ( Those who remained silent but later repented.)

Section 9

[Taubeh 9:67] The hypocrite men and hypocrite women are all the same. They enjoin what is wrong and forbid what is right, and they withhold their hands from spending in the way of Allah. They have neglected Allah, so He has neglected them. Indeed, the hypocrites are the defiantly disobedient.

[Taubeh 9:68] Allah has promised the hypocrite men and hypocrite women and the disbelievers the fire of Hell, wherein they will abide eternally. That is their proper recompense; and Allah has cursed them, and for them is an enduring punishment.

[Taubeh 9:69] Those who came before you were more powerful in might, possessed greater wealth and children, and they enjoyed their share in the worldly life. Just as those before you met their end, you too have met yours, like those before you. They engaged in vain pursuits in the world and in the Hereafter, and it is they who are the losers.

[Taubeh 9:70] Has the news not reached them of those before them: the people of Noah, ‘Ad, Thamud, the people of Abraham, the inhabitants of Midian, and the overturned cities? Their messengers came to them with clear proofs, but they still wronged themselves; so it was not Allah who wronged them, but they wronged their own souls.

[Taubeh 9:71] Believing men and believing women are allies to one another. They enjoin what is right and forbid what is wrong, they establish prayer and give alms, and they obey Allah and His Noble Messenger. Those are the ones to whom Allah will show mercy. Surely Allah is Mighty, Wise.

[Taubeh 9:72] Allah has promised the believing men and believing women gardens beneath which rivers flow, where they will abide forever, and delightful homes in the Gardens of Eden. But the greatest bliss is Allah’s good pleasure. That is the ultimate triumph.

Section 10

[Taubeh 9:73] O Prophet! Strive against the disbelievers and the hypocrites, and be firm against them. Their abode is Hell, and it is an evil destination.

[Taubeh 9:74] They swear by Allah that they did not say anything against you, whereas they certainly uttered words of disbelief and became disbelievers after embracing Islam, and they sought what they could not attain. And they resented only that Allah and His Messenger had enriched them out of His bounty. If they repent, it is better for them; but if they turn away, Allah will afflict them with a painful punishment in this world and the Hereafter, and they will have no protectors or helpers on the earth.

[Taubeh 9:75] And among them are those who made a covenant with Allah, saying, “If He grants us of His bounty, we will certainly give in charity and become among the righteous.”

[Taubeh 9:76] But when Allah gave them of His bounty, they were stingy with it and turned away, being averse.

[Taubeh 9:77] So He put hypocrisy into their hearts until the day they meet Him because they broke their promise to Allah and because they lied.

[Taubeh 9:78] Do they not know that Allah knows their secrets and their private conversations, and that Allah is the Knower of the unseen?

[Taubeh 9:79] Those who criticize the believers who give charity willingly, and those who can find nothing to give except what they earn, mock them. Allah will mock them. For them is a painful punishment.

Section 11

[Taubeh 9:80] Whether you, O Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him), ask forgiveness for them or do not ask forgiveness for them, even if you ask forgiveness for them seventy times, Allah will not forgive them. That is because they disbelieved in Allah and His Messenger, and Allah does not guide the sinful ones.

[Taubeh 9:81] Those who remained behind rejoiced in their staying away from the Messenger of Allah, and they were unwilling to strive with their wealth and their lives in Allah’s cause. And they said, “Do not go forth in the heat.” Say, “The fire of Hell is more intense in heat.” If only they could understand!

[Taubeh 9:82] So let them laugh a little and weep much as the reward for what they used to earn.

[Taubeh 9:83] If Allah should return you to a faction of them and then they ask your permission to go out to battle, say, “You shall not go out with me nor fight with me against any enemy. You were pleased to stay behind the first time, so stay with those who remain behind.”

[Taubeh 9:84] And do not offer prayer for any of them who dies, nor stand at his grave. They disbelieved in Allah and His Messenger and died while they were defiantly disobedient.

[Taubeh 9:85] And do not be amazed by their wealth or their children. Allah only intends to punish them through these in the worldly life, and that their souls should depart while they are disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:86] And when a chapter is revealed [enjoining them], “Believe in Allah and strive along with His Messenger,” those of wealth among them ask your permission [to be excused] and say, “Leave us to be with those who stay behind.”

Section 12

[Taubeh 9:87] They chose to be with those who stay behind, the women who remain at home, and their hearts have been sealed, so they do not comprehend.

[Taubeh 9:88] But the Noble Messenger and those who believed with him strove with their wealth and their lives. For them are the best consequences, and it is they who will prosper.

[Taubeh 9:89] Allah has prepared for them Gardens beneath which rivers flow, wherein they will abide eternally. That is the great attainment.

[Taubeh 9:90] And the forerunners, the first of the emigrants and the helpers, and those who followed them in goodness – Allah is pleased with them and they are pleased with Him, and He has prepared for them Gardens beneath which rivers flow, wherein they will abide eternally. That is the great success.

[Taubeh 9:91] There is no blame upon the weak, nor upon the ill, nor upon those who do not find [anything] to spend, if they are sincere to Allah and His Messenger. There is not upon the doers of good any cause [for blame]. And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Taubeh 9:92] Nor [is there blame] upon those who, when they came to you that you might give them mounts, you said, “I can find nothing for you to ride upon.” They turned back while their eyes overflowed with tears out of grief that they could not find something to spend.

[Taubeh 9:93] The cause [for blame] is only against those who ask permission of you while they are rich. They are satisfied to be with those who stay behind, and Allah has sealed over their hearts, so they do not know.

PART 11

[Taubeh 9:94] When you return to them, they will make excuses to you. Say, “Do not make excuses; we will never believe you. Allah has informed us of news about you, and Allah will see your deeds, and [so will] His Messenger; then you will be taken back to the Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, and He will inform you of what you used to do.”

[Taubeh 9:95] They will swear by Allah to you when you return to them that you would leave them alone. So leave them alone; indeed they are evil; and their refuge is Hell as recompense for what they had been earning.

[Taubeh 9:96] They swear to you so that you might be satisfied with them. But if you should be satisfied with them – indeed, Allah is not satisfied with the defiantly disobedient people.

[Taubeh 9:97] The bedouins are stronger in disbelief and hypocrisy and more likely not to know the limits of what [laws] Allah has revealed to His Messenger. And Allah is Knowing and Wise.

[Taubeh 9:98] And among the bedouins are some who consider what they spend as a loss and await for misfortunes to befall you. Upon them will be the misfortune of evil. And Allah is Hearing and Knowing.

[Taubeh 9:99] But among the bedouins are some who believe in Allah and the Last Day and consider what they spend as means of nearness to Allah and of [obtaining] invocations of the Messenger. Unquestionably, it is a means of nearness for them. Allah will admit them to His mercy. Indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

Section 13

[Taubeh 9:100] Among those who lead in virtue are the Muhajirs (immigrants) and the Ansar (helpers of Madinah), as well as those who followed them in righteousness. Allah is pleased with them, and they are pleased with Him. He has prepared Gardens beneath which rivers flow, where they will abide forever. This is the ultimate success.

[Taubeh 9:101] Among the desert Arabs around you, some are hypocrites, and also among the people of Madinah. They persist in hypocrisy, and you do not know them, but We know them. We will double the punishment for their misdeeds and then they will be subjected to a painful punishment.

[Taubeh 9:102] Others have acknowledged their sins and mixed good deeds with bad ones. It is possible that Allah will accept their repentance. Surely, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Taubeh 9:103] O Prophet, take charity from their wealth to purify and cleanse them, and pray for them. Your prayers bring them comfort. Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

[Taubeh 9:104] Do they not know that Allah is the One who accepts repentance from His servants and takes the charities, and that Allah is the Most Accepting of Repentance, Most Merciful?

[Taubeh 9:105] And say, “Continue with your deeds, for Allah will observe your actions, and so will His Messenger and the believers. Then you will be returned to the Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, and He will inform you of what you used to do.”

[Taubeh 9:106] And there are others whose fate is deferred until Allah’s decree is issued. He may punish them or accept their repentance. Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

[Taubeh 9:107] And as for those who built a mosque with the intention to harm, spread disbelief, and create divisions among the believers, and as a base for those who previously fought against Allah and His Messenger – they will certainly swear that their intention was nothing but good. But Allah bears witness that they are truly liars.

[Taubeh 9:108] Never stand to pray in that mosque. A mosque established on the foundation of righteousness from the very first day is more deserving for you to stand in. In it are people who love to purify themselves. Allah loves those who keep themselves pure.

[Taubeh 9:109] Is one who establishes his building upon the fear of Allah and seeking His pleasure better, or one who builds his building on the brink of a collapsing bank, so it collapses with him into the fire of Hell? And Allah does not guide the wrongdoing people.

[Taubeh 9:110] The building they have built will continue to be a source of doubt in their hearts unless their hearts are cut into pieces. Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

Section 14

[Taubeh 9:111] Indeed, Allah has purchased from the believers their lives and their wealth in exchange for Paradise. They fight in the cause of Allah, they kill and are killed. It is a promise binding on Him in the Torah, the Gospel, and the Quran. And who is truer to his covenant than Allah? Rejoice, then, in your transaction which you have contracted. And it is that which is the great attainment.

[Taubah 9:112] Those who repent, worship, praise, fast, bow, prostrate, enjoin what is right, forbid what is wrong, and observe the limits set by Allah – give good news to the believers.

[Taubeh 9:113] It is not fitting for the Prophet and those who believe to seek forgiveness for the polytheists, even though they may be their relatives, after it has become clear to them that they are the companions of Hell.

[Taubeh 9:114] The seeking of forgiveness by Abraham for his father was only due to a promise he had made to him. But when it became clear to him that he was an enemy of Allah, he disassociated himself from him. Indeed Abraham was tender-hearted and forbearing.

[Taubeh 9:115] And Allah does not lead a people astray after He has guided them until He makes clear to them what to avoid. Indeed Allah has knowledge of all things.

[Taubeh 9:116] To Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth. He gives life and causes death. And you have no protector or helper besides Allah.

[Taubeh 9:117] Indeed Allah turned in mercy to the Prophet, the Emigrants, and the Helpers who followed him in the hour of hardship, after the hearts of a group of them had almost swerved away. Then He turned to them in mercy. Surely to them He is Most Compassionate, Most Merciful.

[Taubah 9:118] And also upon the three who were kept in waiting; when the earth, vast as it is, was restricted for them, and they became weary of their own lives and became certain that there is no refuge from Allah except with Him; He then accepted their repentance in order that they remain repentant; indeed Allah is the Most Acceptor of Repentance, the Most Merciful.

Section 15

[Taubah 9:119] O People who Believe! Fear Allah, and be with the truthful.

[Taubah 9:120] It did not befit the people of Madinah and the people of the villages around them, to stay behind the Noble Messenger of Allah, nor to consider their own lives dearer than his life; that is because the thirst or the pain or the hunger that afflicts them in Allah’s cause, and the step they tread on a place that angers the disbelievers, and whatever harm they cause the enemy – a good deed is recorded for them in lieu of all of these; indeed Allah does not waste the wages of the virtuous.

[Taubah 9:121] And whatever they spend, small or great, or any valley they cross – it is all recorded for them, so that Allah may reward them for their best deeds.

[Taubah 9:122] And it is not possible for the Muslims that all of them go out; so it should be that a party from each group go forth in order to gain knowledge in religion, and upon returning warn their people in the hope that they may avoid. REWRITE IT IN EASY AND BETTER ENGLISH
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[Taubeh 9:118] And upon the three who were held back [from battle] – when the earth, despite its vastness, closed in on them and their own souls became restricted to them, and they realized that there is no refuge from Allah except in Him. Then He turned to them in mercy that they might repent. Indeed, Allah is the Accepter of repentance, the Merciful.

Section 15

[Taubeh 9:119] O you who have believed, fear Allah and be with those who are truthful.

[Taubeh 9:120] It was not proper for the people of Madinah and those surrounding them of the Bedouins that they remain behind after [the departure of] the Messenger of Allah or that they prefer themselves over his self. That is because they are not afflicted by thirst or fatigue or hunger in the cause of Allah, nor do they tread on any ground that enrages the disbelievers, nor do they inflict upon an enemy any infliction but that it is registered for them as a righteous deed. Indeed, Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of the doers of good.

[Taubeh 9:121] Nor do they spend an expenditure, small or large, or cross a valley but that it is registered for them that Allah may reward them for the best of what they were doing.

[Taubeh 9:122] And it is not for the believers to go forth [to battle] all at once. For there should separate from every division of them a group [remaining] to obtain understanding in the religion and warn their people when they return to them that they might be cautious.

Section 16

[Taubeh 9:123] O believers, fight against the disbelievers who are near you, and let them find in you harshness. And know that Allah is with those who are mindful of Him.

[Taubeh 9:124] Whenever a chapter is revealed, some of them say, “Which of you has this increased in faith?” As for those who believe, it has increased their faith, and they rejoice.

[Taubeh 9:125] But as for those in whose hearts is disease, it has only increased them in filth to their filth. And they died while they were disbelievers.

[Taubeh 9:126] Do they not see that they are tried once or twice in every year? Yet they do not repent, nor do they take heed.

[Taubeh 9:127] And whenever a chapter is revealed, they look at one another, signaling, “Is anyone watching?” Then they turn away. Allah has turned their hearts because they are people who do not understand.

[Taubeh 9:128] There has certainly come to you a Messenger from among yourselves. Grievous to him is what you suffer; [he is] concerned over you, and to the believers he is kind and merciful.

[Taubeh 9:129] But if they turn away, say, “Sufficient for me is Allah; there is no deity except Him. In Him I have placed my trust, and He is the Lord of the Mighty Throne.”

YUNUS (PROPHET JONAH)

[Yunus 10:1] Alif-Lam-Ra. These are verses of the Book full of wisdom.

[Yunus 10:2] Are people surprised that We have sent revelation to a man from among them, saying, “Warn mankind and give good news to those who believe that they have a true status with their Lord”? The disbelievers say, “This is clearly a magician.”

[Yunus 10:3] Indeed, your Lord is Allah, who created the heavens and the earth in six days and then established Himself above the Throne, governing all affairs. There is no intercessor except after His permission. This is Allah, your Lord, so worship Him. Will you not then remember?

[Yunus 10:4] To Him is your return, the promise of Allah is true. He originates the creation, then He will repeat it, to reward with justice those who believe and do righteous deeds. But for the disbelievers, they will have a drink of scalding water and a painful punishment for their disbelief.

[Yunus 10:5] It is He who made the sun a shining radiance and the moon a light, and determined phases for it so that you may know the number of years and the calculation. Allah did not create this except in truth. He explains the signs in detail for people of knowledge.

[Yunus 10:6] Surely, in the alternation of the day and the night, and in all that Allah has created in the heavens and the earth, there are signs for people who are mindful.

[Yunus 10:7] Indeed, those who do not expect to meet Us and are content with the worldly life, and are pleased with it, and those who neglect Our signs –

[Yunus 10:8] Their destination is the Fire, the recompense of their deeds.

[Yunus 10:9] Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds, their Lord will guide them by their faith. Beneath them rivers will flow in the Gardens of bliss.

[Yunus 10:10] Their call therein will be, “Exalted are You, O Allah!” And their greeting therein will be, “Peace.” And the last of their call will be, “Praise be to Allah, the Lord of the worlds.”

Section 2

[Yunus 10:11] If Allah were to hasten for people the evil [they invoke] as He hastens for them the good, their term would have been ended for them. But We leave the ones who do not expect the meeting with Us, in their transgression, wandering blindly.

[Yunus 10:12] And when affliction touches man, he calls upon Us, whether lying on his side or sitting or standing; but when We remove from him his affliction, he continues [in disobedience] as if he had never called upon Us to [remove] an affliction that touched him. Thus is made pleasing to the transgressors that which they have been doing.

[Yunus 10:13] And We had already destroyed generations before you when they wronged, and their messengers had come to them with clear proofs, but they were not to believe. Thus do We recompense the criminal people.

[Yunus 10:14] Then We made you successors in the land after them so that We may observe how you will do.

[Yunus 10:15] When Our clear revelations are recited to those who do not expect to meet Us, they say, “Bring a different Qur’an or change it.” Say, “It is not for me to change it of my own accord. I only follow what is revealed to me. I fear, if I were to disobey my Lord, the torment of a tremendous Day.”

[Yunus 10:16] Say, “If Allah had willed, I would not have recited it to you, nor would He have made it known to you. I had spent a lifetime among you before it came to me. Then will you not understand?”

[Yunus 10:17] So who is more unjust than one who invents lies about Allah and denies His signs? Indeed, the wrongdoers will not succeed.

[Yunus 10:18] And they worship besides Allah, that which neither harms them nor benefits them, and they say, “These are our intercessors with Allah.” Say, “Do you inform Allah of something He does not know in the heavens or on the earth?” Exalted is He and high above what they associate with Him.

[Yunus 10:19] Mankind was once a single community, then they differed, and had it not been for a prior decree from your Lord, the matter would have been settled between them regarding their differences.

[Yunus 10:20] They say, “Why has no sign been sent down to him from his Lord?” Say, “The unseen belongs only to Allah. So wait, indeed I am waiting with you.”

Section 3

[Yunus 10:21] And when We let mankind taste mercy after a difficulty has afflicted them, immediately they devise plans against Our signs. Say, “Allah’s plan is swifter.” Indeed, Our angels record all your scheming.

[Yunus 10:22] It is He who transports you on land and sea; until, when you are aboard the ships and they sail with a pleasant wind and they rejoice in it, there comes a stormy wind, and waves surge over them from every side, and they think they are encompassed, supplicating Allah, sincere to Him in faith, “If You save us from this, we will surely be grateful.”

[Yunus 10:23] Yet when He saves them, they commit excesses in the land unjustly. O mankind, your excesses are only against yourselves. Take enjoyment in the life of this world; then to Us will be your return, and We will inform you of what you used to do.

[Yunus 10:24] The example of [this] worldly life is but like rain which We have sent down from the sky that the plants of the earth absorb – [those] from which men and livestock eat – until, when the earth has taken on its adornment and is beautified and its people suppose that they have capability over it, there comes to it Our command by night or by day, and We make it as a harvest, as if it had not flourished yesterday. Thus We explain in detail the signs for a people who reflect.

[Yunus 10:25] Allah invites to the Home of Peace and guides whom He wills to a straight path.

[Yunus 10:26] For those who do good deeds, there is goodness and more. Neither darkness nor disgrace will cover their faces. They are the inhabitants of Paradise; they will abide therein forever.

[Yunus 10:27] But as for those who earned evil deeds, the recompense of an evil deed is its equivalent, and humiliation will cover them. They will have no protector against Allah, and their faces will be darkened as if by pieces of the night. It is they who are the inhabitants of the Fire; they will abide therein eternally.

[Yunus 10:28] On the Day when We will gather them all together, then say to those who associated partners [with Allah], “Stay in your place, you and your partners.” Then We will separate them, and their partners will say, “You did not used to worship us.”

[Yunus 10:29] Sufficient is Allah as a witness between us and you, that we were unaware of your worship.”

[Yunus 10:30] There every soul will taste what it has put forth, and they will be returned to Allah, their true Master, and whatever they used to invent will forsake them.

Section 4

[Yunus 10:31] Say, “Who provides for you from the heavens and the earth? Or who controls hearing and sight? And who brings out the living from the dead and brings out the dead from the living? And who arranges [every] matter?” They will say, “Allah.” So say, “Then will you not fear Him?”

[Yunus 10:32] For such is Allah, your true Lord. Then what is left after the truth except error? So how are you deluded?

[Yunus 10:33] Thus the word of your Lord will come into effect upon the defiantly disobedient; they will not believe.

[Yunus 10:34] Say, “Is there any of your partners who can create for the first time and then reproduce it after its extinction?” Say, “Allah creates for the first time and then recreates it again. So where are you being led astray?”

[Yunus 10:35] Say, “Is there any among your partners who guides to the truth?” Say, “Allah guides to the truth. So is He who guides to the truth more worthy to be followed, or he who does not guide unless he is guided? Then what is [wrong] with you – how do you judge?”

[Yunus 10:36] And most of them follow not except assumption. Indeed, assumption avails not against the truth at all. Indeed, Allah is aware of what they do.

[Yunus 10:37] And this Qur’an is not such as could be produced by other than Allah, but it is a confirmation of what was before it and a detailed explanation of the [former] Scripture, about which there is no doubt, from the Lord of the worlds.

[Yunus 10:38] Or do they say [about the Prophet], “He invented it?” Say, “Then bring forth a surah like it and call upon [for assistance] whomever you can besides Allah, if you should be truthful.”

[Yunus 10:39] But they have denied that of which they have no encompassing knowledge and whose interpretation has not yet come to them. Thus did those before them deny. Then observe how was the end of the wrongdoers.

[Yunus 10:40] And among them are those who believe in it, and among them are those who do not believe in it. And your Lord is most knowing of the corrupters.

Section 5

[Yunus 10:41] And if they deny you, [O Muhammad], say, “For me are my deeds, and for you are your deeds. You are disassociated from what I do, and I am disassociated from what you do.”

[Yunus 10:42] And among them are those who listen to you. But can you cause the deaf to hear, although they will not use reason?

[Yunus 10:43] And among them are those who look at you. But can you guide the blind, even though they will not [attempt to] see?

[Yunus 10:44] Indeed, Allah does not wrong the people at all, but it is the people who are wronging themselves.

[Yunus 10:45] And on the Day when He will gather them, [it will be] as if they had not remained [in the world] but an hour of the day, [and] they will know each other. Those who denied the meeting with Allah will have lost, and they were not [in the world] to guide.

[Yunus 10:46] And whether We show you some of what We promise them, [O Muhammad], or We take you in death, to Us is their return; then Allah is a Witness concerning what they are doing.

[Yunus 10:47] And for every nation is a messenger. So when their messenger comes, it will be judged between them in justice, and they will not be wronged.

[Yunus 10:48] And they say, “When is [the fulfillment of] this promise, if you should be truthful?”

[Yunus 10:49] Say, “I possess not for myself any harm or benefit except what Allah should will. For every nation is a [specified] term. When their time has come, then they will not remain behind an hour, nor will they precede [it].”

[Yunus 10:50] Say, “Have you considered: if His punishment should come to you by night or by day – for which [aspect] of it would the criminals be impatient?”

[Yunus 10:51] Then is it that when it has [actually] occurred you will believe in it? Now? And you were [once] for it impatient.

[Yunus 10:52] Then it will be said to those who had wronged, “Taste the punishment of eternity; are you being recompensed except for what you used to earn?”

[Yunus 10:53] And they ask you, [O Muhammad], to inform them, “Is it true?” Say, “Yes, by my Lord. Indeed, it is truth; and you will not cause failure [to Allah].”

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[Yunus 10:54] If every unjust person possessed everything on earth, they would willingly offer it as ransom to save themselves from the punishment. But they will be filled with regret when they see the punishment. And they will be judged with fairness, and they will not be wronged.

[Yunus 10:55] Everything in the heavens and the earth belongs to Allah alone. Allah’s promise is true, but most of them do not know.

[Yunus 10:56] He gives life, and He causes death, and to Him you will be returned.

[Yunus 10:57] O mankind! There has come to you advice from your Lord and healing for what is in the breasts and guidance and mercy for the believers.

[Yunus 10:58] Say, “In the bounty of Allah and in His mercy – in that let them rejoice; it is better than what they accumulate.”

[Yunus 10:59] Say, “Have you considered what Allah has sent down to you of provision, and you have made of it lawful and unlawful?” Say, “Has Allah permitted you [to do so], or do you invent [something] about Allah?”

[Yunus 10:60] And what will be the supposition of those who invent falsehood about Allah on the Day of Resurrection? Indeed, Allah is full of bounty to the people, but most of them are not grateful.

Section 7:

[Yunus 10:61] And whatever work you are engaged in or recite from the Qur’an of it, and whatever deeds you may be doing, We are witness over you when you are engrossed in it. And not [so much as] an atom’s weight within the earth or within the heaven escapes your Lord, nor is there anything smaller than that or greater but that it is in a clear register.

[Yunus 10:62] Remember, the true friends of Allah have no reason to fear or grieve. (The true friends of Allah are the best among creation.)

[Yunus 10:63] Those who believe and are mindful of their duty.

[Yunus 10:64] They will have good tidings in this world and the Hereafter. The words of Allah remain unchanged; this is the ultimate triumph.

[Yunus 10:65] Do not be saddened by their words, O Prophet. All honor belongs to Allah; He is the All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

[Yunus 10:66] Surely, all those in the heavens and on the earth are under Allah’s dominion. What do those who invoke partners besides Allah follow? They only follow mere conjecture, and they are only guessing.

[Yunus 10:67] He it is Who made for you the night in which you rest and the day giving visibility. Indeed, there are signs in this for people who listen.

[Yunus 10:68] They say, “Allah has taken a son.” Glory be to Him! He is self-sufficient. To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and the earth. You have no proof for what you say about Allah. Do you say about Allah what you do not know?

[Yunus 10:69] Say, “Indeed, those who fabricate lies about Allah will not succeed.”

[Yunus 10:70] They may enjoy a little in this world, then they will return to Us. Then We will make them taste severe punishment as the recompense of their disbelief.

Section 8

[Yunus 10:71] Narrate to them the story of Noah. He said to his people, “O my people, if my presence and my reminding you of Allah’s signs have become too much for you to bear, then I have put my trust in Allah. So gather your associates and plans, and let not your plan be ambiguous. Then carry it out against me and give me no respite.”

[Yunus 10:72] “But if you turn away, I do not ask for any reward from you. My reward is only with Allah, and I have been commanded to be of those who submit.”

[Yunus 10:73] But they denied him, so We saved him and those who were with him in the ship, and We made them successors, while We drowned those who denied Our signs. So observe how the end of those who were warned was.

[Yunus 10:74] Then We sent after him other messengers to their respective peoples, and they came to them with clear evidences. But they were not to believe in that which they had denied previously. Thus We seal the hearts of the transgressors.

[Yunus 10:75] Then after them, We sent Moses and Aaron with Our signs to Pharaoh and his establishment, but they behaved arrogantly and were a criminal people.

[Yunus 10:76] So when the truth came to them from Us, they said, “Indeed, this is nothing but clear magic.”

[Yunus 10:77] Moses said, “Do you speak thus about the truth when it has come to you? Is this magic? But magicians will not succeed.”

[Yunis 10:78] They said, “Have you come to us to turn us away from what we found our fathers upon and so that you two may have grandeur in the land? We are not believers in you.”

Section 9

[Yunus 10:79] Pharaoh said, “Summon for me every skilled magician.”

[Yunis 10:80] So when the magicians came, Moses said to them, “Throw whatever you will throw.”

[Yunis 10:81] And when they had thrown, Moses said, “What you have brought is [only] magic. Allah will expose its worthlessness. Surely, Allah does not allow the work of corrupters to succeed.”

[Yunis 10:82] “And Allah will establish the truth by His words, even if the criminals dislike it.”

[Yunis 10:83] But none believed in Moses except [some] descendants among his people, for fear of Pharaoh and his establishment that they would persecute them. And indeed, Pharaoh was haughty within the land, and indeed, he was of the transgressors.

[Yunis 10:84] And Moses said, “O my people, if you have believed in Allah, then rely upon Him, if you should be Muslims.”

[Yunis 10:85] They said, “Upon Allah do we rely. Our Lord, make us not [objects of] trial for the wrongdoing people.”

[Yunis 10:86] “And save us by Your mercy from the disbelieving people.”

[Yunis 10:87] And We inspired to Moses and his brother, “Settle your people in Egypt in houses and make your houses [facing the] qiblah and establish prayer and give good tidings to the believers.”

[Yunis 10:88] And Moses prayed, “Our Lord, indeed You have given Pharaoh and his establishment splendor and wealth in the worldly life, our Lord, that they may lead [men] astray from Your way. Our Lord, obliterate their wealth and harden their hearts so that they will not believe until they see the painful punishment.”

Section 10

[Yunus 10:89] He said, “The supplication of both of you has been answered. So remain steadfast and do not follow the way of those who do not know.”

[Yunis 10:90] And We brought the Children of Israel across the sea, and Pharaoh and his soldiers pursued them in tyranny and enmity until, when drowning overtook him, he said, “I believe that there is no deity except that in whom the Children of Israel believe, and I am of the Muslims.”

[Yunis 10:91] “What? Now? And you had disobeyed [Him] before and were of the corrupters?”

[Yunis 10:92] So today We will save you in body that you may be to those who succeed you a sign. And indeed, many among the people, of Our signs, are heedless.

Section 10

[Yunis 10:93] And We had certainly settled the Children of Israel in an agreeable settlement and provided them with good things. And they did not differ until [after] knowledge had come to them. Indeed, your Lord will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection concerning that over which they used to differ.

[Yunis 10:94] So if you are in doubt, [O Muhammad], about that which We have revealed to you, then ask those who have been reading the Scripture before you. The truth has certainly come to you from your Lord, so never be among the doubters.

[Yunis 10:95] And never be of those who deny the signs of Allah and [thus] be among the losers.

[Yunis 10:96] Indeed, those upon whom the word of your Lord has come into effect will not believe,

[Yunis 10:97] Even if every sign should come to them, until they see the painful punishment.

[Yunus 10:98] If only there had been one community that believed and benefited from its faith except the people of Jonah. When they believed, We removed from them the punishment of disgrace in worldly life and gave them enjoyment for a time.

[Yunus 10:99] And if your Lord had willed, those on earth would have believed – all of them entirely. Then, [O Muhammad], would you compel the people in order that they become believers?

[Yunus 10:100] And it is not for a soul to believe except by permission of Allah, and He will place defilement upon those who will not use reason.

[Yunus 10:101] Say, “Observe what is in the heavens and earth.” But of no avail will be signs or warners to a people who do not believe

[Yunus 10:102] So do they [think] that We will treat them with [the same] treatment as the people of the past? Say, “Produce your proof, if you should be truthful.”

[Yunus 10:103] And We saved those who believed and used to fear Allah.

Section 11

[Yunus 10:104] Say, [O Muhammad], “O people, if you are in doubt as to my religion – then I do not worship those which you worship besides Allah, but I worship Allah, who causes your death. And I have been commanded to be of the believers.”

[Yunus 10:105] “And direct your face toward the religion, inclining to truth, and never be of those who associate others with Allah.”

[Yunus 10:106] “And do not invoke besides Allah that which neither benefits you nor harms you, for if you did, then indeed you would be of the wrongdoers.”

[Yunus 10:107] “And if Allah should touch you with adversity, there is no remover of it except Him. And if He touches you with good – then He is over all things competent.”

[Yunus 10:108] Say, “O people, the truth has come to you from your Lord. So whoever is guided is only guided for [the benefit of] his soul, and whoever goes astray does so to its detriment. And I am not over you a manager.”

[Yunus 10:109] And [O Muhammad], follow what is revealed to you, and be patient until Allah will judge. And He is the best of judges.

HUD (PROPHET HUD)

[Hud 11:1] Alif-Lam-Ra. This is a Book whose verses are filled with wisdom, then expounded in detail from the All-Wise, the All-Aware.

[Hud 11:2] “Worship none but Allah. Indeed, I am a Warner and a Bringer of Good News to you from Him.”

[Hud 11:3] “Seek forgiveness from your Lord and turn to Him in repentance. He will provide you with good sustenance for a specified term and grant His grace to every deserving one. But if you turn away, then I fear for you the punishment of a tremendous Day.”

[Hud 11:4] “To Allah you will all return, and He is Able to do all things.”

[Hud 11:5] Beware! They fold up their chests in order to hide from Allah. Beware! Even when they cover themselves with their garments, Allah knows what they conceal and what they reveal. Indeed, He knows well the innermost thoughts of the hearts.

[Hud 11:6] There is no creature that walks upon the earth but its sustenance is dependent on Allah’s mercy. He knows where it will dwell and where it will end up. Everything is in a manifest record.

[Hud 11:7] And it is He who created the heavens and the earth in six days—and His Throne was upon the water—in order to test you as to which of you is best in conduct. But if you say, “You will be resurrected after death,” those who disbelieve will surely say, “This is nothing but sheer magic.”

[Hud 11:8] And if We delay the punishment for them until a determined time, they will certainly say, “What is holding it back?” Beware! On the day it comes to them, it will not be averted from them, and the very punishment they used to mock will encompass them.

Section 2

[Hud 11:9] And if We let man taste mercy from Us, and then withdraw it from him, he becomes despairing, ungrateful.

[Hud 11:10] And if We let him taste a blessing after hardship has afflicted him, he will surely say, “Troubles have gone away from me.” Indeed, he is exultant and boastful.

[Hud 11:11] Except for those who are patient and do righteous deeds. For them will be forgiveness and a great reward.

[Hud 11:12] So will you give up some of what is revealed to you, and feel distressed because they say, “Why has no treasure been sent down to him, or an angel not come with him?” You are only a warner, and Allah is the Disposer of all things.

[Hud 11:13] Are they daring to claim, “He has invented it”? Say, “Then bring ten chapters like it, fabricated, and call upon whoever you can besides Allah, if you should be truthful.”

[Hud 11:14] So if they fail to respond to your challenge, then know that it has been revealed with Allah’s knowledge alone, and that there is no deity except Him. Will you then submit?

[Hud 11:15] Whoever desires the fleeting gains of this world and its luxuries, We shall grant them their deeds in full in this life and not diminish anything from them.

[Hud 11:16] These are the ones for whom there is nothing in the Hereafter except the Fire. All that they used to do in the world will be in vain, and all their deeds will be nullified.

[Hud 11:17] So is the one who stands upon clear evidence from his Lord like those for whom their evil deeds are made to appear attractive, and they follow their desires?

[Hud 11:18] The example of the one who fabricates lies against Allah is like that of someone brought before his Lord with witnesses. They will say, “These are the ones who lied against their Lord.” Unquestionably, the curse of Allah is upon the wrongdoers.

[Hud 11:19] Those who hinder people from the path of Allah and seek to make it crooked, and disbelieve in the Hereafter, they are far astray.

[Hud 11:20] They will find no refuge on the earth, nor do they have any helpers besides Allah. They will face a double punishment: one for their failure to hear the truth and another for their failure to see it.

[Hud 11:21] They brought their own destruction upon themselves, and all that they used to fabricate turned against them.

[Hud 11:22] They will be the ultimate losers in the Hereafter.

[Hud 11:23] As for those who believe and do righteous deeds, and turn humbly to their Lord, they are the residents of Paradise, where they will abide eternally.

[Hud 11:24] The example of these two groups is like one who is blind and deaf, while the other can see and hear. Are they equal in comparison? Will you not then reflect?

Section 3

[Hud 11:25] We sent Noah to his people, saying, “Indeed, I am a clear warner to you.”

[Hud 11:26] “You must worship none but Allah; I fear for you the punishment of a painful Day.”

[Hud 11:27] The chiefs of his people, who disbelieved, said, “We see you as nothing but a human being like us, and we do not see anyone following you except the lowest among us, without any distinction, and we do not see in you any merit above us. In fact, we think you are liars.”

[Hud 11:28] He said, “O my people! What do you think? If I am on a clear path from my Lord, and He has granted me mercy from Himself, but you are blinded to it, can we force it upon you while you are averse to it?”

[Hud 11:29] “O my people! I do not ask of you any wealth for this. My reward is only from Allah, and I am not going to drive away those who have believed. Indeed, they will meet their Lord, but I see that you are a people ignorant.”

[Hud 11:30] “And O my people! Who would protect me from Allah if I drove them away? Will you not take heed?”

[Hud 11:31] “And I do not say to you that I possess the treasures of Allah, nor that I know the unseen, nor do I say that I am an angel. Nor do I say about those whom your eyes look down upon that Allah will never grant them any good. Allah is most aware of what is in their hearts. If I did, I would certainly be among the wrongdoers.”

[Hud 11:32] They said, “O Noah, you have disputed with us and prolonged your dispute with us. So bring upon us what you threaten us with, if you should be of the truthful.”

[Hud 11:33] He said, “Allah will bring it to you if He wills, and you will not be able to escape.”

[Hud 11:34] “And my advice will not benefit you if I intend to give you advice, if Allah intends to put you in error. He is your Lord, and to Him you will be returned.”

[Hud 11:35] What! Do they dare say that “He has fabricated it”? Say, “If I have fabricated it, then upon me is my sin, but I am innocent of what you commit.”

Section 4

[Hud 11:36] And it was revealed to Noah that no one from his people would believe except those who had already believed. So do not be distressed by what they have been doing.

[Hud 11:37] “And construct the ship under Our observation and as We direct, and do not speak to Me about those who have wronged; indeed, they are to be drowned.”

[Hud 11:38] So Noah built the ark. Whenever the chiefs of his people passed by him, they would mock him. He said, “If you mock us, then we will soon mock you just as you mock.”

[Hud 11:39] “So you will come to know upon whom will descend a humiliating punishment and upon whom will fall an enduring torment.”

[Hud 11:40] Until, when Our command came and the oven overflowed, We said, “Load into the ship pairs of every kind, along with your family, except those against whom the decree has already been passed. And those who have believed.” But only a few believed with him.

[Hud 11:41] And he said, “Embark therein; in the name of Allah will be its course and its anchorage. Indeed, my Lord is Forgiving and Merciful.”

[Hud 11:42] And the ship sailed with them through waves like mountains. And Noah called to his son who was apart [from them], “O my son, come aboard with us and be not with the disbelievers.”

[Hud 11:43] But he said, “I will take refuge on a mountain to protect me from the water.” Noah said, “There is no protector today from the decree of Allah, except for whom He gives mercy.” And the waves came between them, and he was among the drowned.

[Hud 11:44] And it was said, “O earth, swallow your water, and O sky, withhold [your rain].” And the water subsided, and the matter was accomplished, and the ship came to rest on the [mountain of] Judiyy. And it was said, “Away with the wrongdoing people!”

[Hud 11:45] And Noah called to his Lord and said, “My Lord, indeed my son is of my family; and indeed, Your promise is true; and You are the most just of judges.”

[Hud 11:46] He said, “O Noah, indeed he is not of your family; indeed, his conduct is other than righteous. So do not ask of Me that about which you have no knowledge. Indeed, I advise you, lest you be among the ignorant.”

[Hud 11:47] Noah said, “My Lord, I seek refuge in You from asking that of which I have no knowledge. And unless You forgive me and have mercy upon me, I will be among the losers.”

[Hud 11:48] It was said, “O Noah, disembark in security from Us and blessings upon you and upon nations [descending] from those with you. But other nations [of them] We will grant enjoyment; then there will touch them from Us a painful punishment.”

[Hud 11:49] These are the accounts of the unseen which We reveal to you. Neither you nor your people knew them before this. So be patient; indeed, the [best] outcome is for the righteous.

Section 5

[Hud 11:50] And to the people of ‘Aad [We sent] their brother Hud. He said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. You are not but inventors [of falsehood].”

[Hud 11:51] “O my people, I do not ask you for it any reward. My reward is only from the one who created me. Then will you not reason?”

[Hud 11:52] “And O my people, ask forgiveness of your Lord and then repent to Him. He will send [rain from] the sky upon you in showers and increase you in strength [added] to your strength. And do not turn away, [being] criminals.”

[Hud 11:53] They said, “O Hud, you have not brought us clear evidence, and we are not ones to leave our gods on your say-so. Nor are we believers in you.”

[Hud 11:54] They only say, “You have been affected by superstition, and you have become deluded.” He said, “I call Allah to witness, and you bear witness that I am free from whatever you associate with Allah.”

[Hud 11:55] “Other than Him. So scheme against me all together; then do not give me respite.”

[Hud 11:56] “Indeed, I have relied upon Allah, my Lord and your Lord. There is no creature but that He holds its forelock. Indeed, my Lord is on a path [that is] straight.”

[Hud 11:57] “But if you turn away, then I have already conveyed that with which I was sent to you. My Lord will give succession to a people other than you, and you will not harm Him at all. Indeed my Lord is, over all things, Guardian.”

[Hud 11:58] And when Our command came, We saved Saleh and those who believed with him, by mercy from Us, and [saved them] from the disgrace of that day. Indeed, it is your Lord who is the Powerful, the Exalted in Might.

[Hud 11:59] And the shriek seized those who had wronged, and they became within their homes [corpses] fallen prone

[Hud 11:60] As if they had never prospered therein. Then, away with Madyan as Thamud was taken away.

Section 6

[Hud 11:61] And to the Thamud tribe, We sent their fellow man Salih. He said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. He has produced you from the earth and settled you in it, so seek forgiveness from Him and repent to Him. Indeed, my Lord is near and responsive.”

[Hud 11:62] They said, “O Salih, you were among us a man of promise before this. Do you forbid us to worship what our fathers worshipped? And indeed we are, about that to which you invite us, in disquieting doubt.”

[Hud 11:63] He said, “O my people! What do you think – if I am upon clear evidence from my Lord and He has provided me with mercy from Himself, then who will save me from Allah if I disobey Him? So you would not increase me except in loss.”

[Hud 11:64] “And O my people! This is the she-camel of Allah – a sign for you. So let her graze in Allah’s land and do not touch her with harm, lest an impending punishment seize you.”

[Hud 11:65] But they hamstrung her, so he said, “Enjoy yourselves in your homes for three days. That is a promise not to be denied.”

[Hud 11:66] So when Our command came, We saved Salih and those who believed with him by mercy from Us and [saved them] from the disgrace of that day. Indeed, your Lord – He is the Powerful, the Exalted in Might.

[Hud 11:67] And the shriek seized those who had wronged, and they became within their homes [corpses] fallen prone

[Hud 11:68] As if they had never prospered therein. Then, away with the Thamud as the people of Salih were taken away.

Section 7

[Hud 11:69] And certainly, Our angels came to Abraham with good tidings; they said, “Peace.” He answered, “Peace,” and did not delay in bringing a roasted calf.

[Hud 11:70] But when he saw their hands not reaching for it, he distrusted them and felt apprehensive of them. They said, “Fear not. We have been sent to the people of Lot.”

[Hud 11:71] And his wife approached with a cry [of alarm] and struck her face and said, “[I am] a barren old woman!”

[Hud 11:72] She said, “Woe to me! Shall I give birth while I am an old woman and this, my husband, is an old man? Indeed, this is a strange thing!”

[Hud 11:73] They said, “Do you wonder at the decree of Allah? The mercy of Allah and His blessings be upon you, O people of the house. Indeed, He is Praiseworthy and Glorious.”

[Hud 11:74] And when the fright had left Abraham and the good tidings had reached him, he began to argue with Us concerning the people of Lot.

[Hud 11:75] Indeed, Abraham was forbearing, grieving and [frequently] returning [to Allah ].

[Hud 11:76] [The angels said], “O Abraham, give up this [plea]. Indeed, the command of your Lord has come, and indeed, there will reach them a punishment that cannot be repelled.”

[Hud 11:77] And when Our messengers, the angels, came to Lot, he was anguished for them and felt for them great discomfort and said, “This is a trying day.”

[Hud 11:78] And his people came hastening to him, and before [this] they had been doing evil deeds. He said, “O my people, these are my daughters; they are purer for you. So fear Allah and do not disgrace me concerning my guests. Is there not among you a man of reason?”

[Hud 11:79] They said, “You have already known that we have not concerning your daughters any claim, and indeed, you know what we want.”

[Hud 11:80] He said, “If only I had against you some power or could take refuge in a strong support.”

[Hud 11:81] The angels said, “O Lot, indeed we are messengers of your Lord; [therefore], they will never reach you. So set out with your family during a portion of the night and let not any among you look back – except your wife; indeed, she will be struck by that which strikes them. Indeed, their appointment is [for] the morning. Is not the morning near?”

[Hud 11:82] So when Our command came, We turned the city upside down and rained upon it stones of baked clay, layer upon layer,

[Hud 11:83] Marked by your Lord. And these stones are not far from the wrongdoers.

Section 8

[Hud 11:84] And to the people of Madyan, We sent their fellow man Shuaib. He said, “O my people, worship Allah; there is no deity except Him. And do not reduce from the measure and the scale. Indeed, I see you in prosperity, but I fear for you the punishment of an all-encompassing Day.

[Hud 11:85] And O my people, give full measure and weight in justice and do not deprive the people of their due and do not commit abuse on the earth, spreading corruption.

[Hud 11:86] What remains [lawful] from Allah is best for you, if you should be believers. But I am not a guardian over you.”

[Hud 11:87] They said, “O Shuaib, does your prayer command you that we should leave what our fathers worship or not do with our wealth what we please? Indeed, you are the forbearing, the discerning!”

[Hud 11:88] He said, “O my people, have you considered: if I am upon clear evidence from my Lord and He has provided me with a good provision from Him…? And I do not intend to differ from you in that which I have forbidden you; I only intend reform as much as I am able. And my success is not but through Allah. Upon Him I have relied, and to Him I return.”

[Hud 11:89] “And O my people, let not your opposition towards me cause you to suffer a fate similar to that of the people of Noah, or the people of Hud, or the people of Salih. And the people of Lot are not far from you.

[Hud 11:90] Seek forgiveness from your Lord and turn to Him in repentance. Indeed, my Lord is Most Merciful, Most Loving.”

[Hud 11:91] They said, “O Shuaib, we do not understand much of what you say, and indeed, we consider you weak among us. Were it not for your family, we would have stoned you, and you are not respected by us.”

[Hud 11:92] He said, “O my people, is my family more esteemed for power among you than Allah? But you put Him behind your backs. Indeed, my Lord is encompassing of what you do.”

[Hud 11:93] “And O my people, continue in your positions, [doing] what you are [doing]. I am also doing my part. You will come to know to whom will come a humiliating punishment and who is a liar. So watch, and I am watching with you.”

[Hud 11:94] And when Our command came, We saved Shuaib and those who believed with him by mercy from Us. But the shout seized those who had wronged, and they became within their homes [corpses] fallen prone

[Hud 11:95] As if they had never prospered therein. Then, away with Madyan as Thamud was taken away!

[Hud 11:98] He will lead his people on the Day of Resurrection, and bring them into Hellfire. What an awful place to be brought into!

[Hud 11:99] And they were pursued by a curse in this world and on the Day of Resurrection. What a terrible reward to receive!

[Hud 11:100] These are the accounts of the communities which We narrate to you, O Prophet. Some of them still stand, while others have been wiped out.

[Hud 11:101] We did not wrong them; rather, they wronged themselves. Their deities whom they invoked besides Allah did not avail them at all when your Lord’s decree came; they only added to their ruin.

[Hud 11:102] Such is the grip of your Lord when He seizes the communities for their wrongdoings. His grip is indeed severe and painful.

[Hud 11:103] Surely, in that is a sign for one who fears the torment of the Hereafter. That will be a day when all people will be gathered together, and that will be a Day of Witnessing.

[Hud 11:104] We do not delay it except for a known term.

[Hud 11:105] When that Day comes, no soul will speak except by His permission; among them will be the wretched and the fortunate.

[Hud 11:106] As for the wretched, they will be in the Fire, where they will groan and cry out.

[Hud 11:107] They will remain in it as long as the heavens and the earth endure, except as your Lord wills. Indeed, your Lord is Doer of what He wills.

[Hud 11:108] And as for those who are fortunate, they will be in Paradise, abiding therein as long as the heavens and the earth endure, except as your Lord wills. This is an endless reward.

[Hud 11:109] So, O believers, do not waver in doubt concerning what these disbelievers worship. They only worship as their forefathers worshipped before. And We will certainly grant them their full share of recompense, without any reduction.

Section 10

[Hud 11:110] And We certainly gave Moses the Scripture, but differences arose concerning it. And had it not been for a prior decree from your Lord, the matter would have been settled between them. Yet they remain in troubling doubt about it.

[Hud 11:111] Each soul will be fully repaid for its deeds, and He is well-aware of what they do.

[Hud 11:112] So remain steadfast, as you have been commanded, along with those who have turned to Allah with you, and do not exceed the limits. Indeed, He is Seeing of what you do.

[Hud 11:113] And do not incline toward the wrongdoers, lest the Fire should touch you, and you have no protectors other than Allah, and then you would not be helped.

[Hud 11:114] Establish prayer at the two ends of the day and in the early part of the night. Good deeds eliminate bad deeds. This is a reminder for those who take heed.

[Hud 11:115] And be patient, for indeed Allah does not allow the reward of the righteous to be lost.

[Hud 11:116] So why were there not among the generations before you some persons of enduring virtue who would speak out against corruption on earth? Except for a few among them whom We saved. But those who were wrongdoers pursued [their own] worldly pleasures, and they were criminals.

[Hud 11:117] And your Lord would not destroy the towns wrongfully while their people were reformers.

[Hud 11:118] If your Lord had willed, He would have made all of mankind into one community, yet they will continue to differ.

[Hud 11:119] Except those upon whom your Lord has bestowed His mercy, and for this He created them. And the word of your Lord is final: “I will surely fill Hell with jinn and humans, all together.”

[Hud 11:120] And all these stories of the Noble Messengers that We narrate to you are meant to strengthen your heart. And in these stories, the truth has come to you, as well as a reminder and guidance for the believers.

[Hud 11:121] And tell the disbelievers, “Continue with your ways; we are engaged in our actions.”

[Hud 11:122] “And wait; we too are waiting.”

[Hud 11:123] “And to Allah belong the unseen aspects of the heavens and the earth, and all matters return to Him. So worship Him and put your trust in Him. And your Lord is never unaware of what you do.”

YUSUF (PROPHET JOSEPH)

[Yusuf 12:1] Alif-Lam-Ra*; these are verses of the clear Book. (* Alphabets of the Arabic language; Allah and to whomever He reveals, know their precise meanings.)

[Yusuf 12:2] We have revealed an Arabic Qur’an so that you may understand.

[Yusuf 12:3] We narrate to you the best of stories through the revelation of this Qur’an, even though before this you were unaware.

[Yusuf 12:4] Remember when Yusuf (Joseph) said to his father, “O my father! I saw eleven stars, the sun, and the moon; I saw them prostrating to me.”

[Yusuf 12:5] He said, “O my child! Do not tell your brothers about your dream, for they might plot against you. Surely, Satan is a clear enemy to mankind.”

[Yusuf 12:6] “And thus will your Lord choose you and teach you the interpretation of narratives, and will complete His favor upon you and upon the family of Jacob, as He completed it upon your forefathers, Abraham and Isaac. Surely, your Lord is Knowing, Wise.”

Section 2

[Yusuf 12:7] Indeed, in the stories of Joseph and his brothers, there are signs for those who ask.

[Yusuf 12:8] When they said, “Surely, Joseph and his brother are dearer to our father than we are, even though we are a strong group. Our father is certainly in manifest error.”

[Yusuf 12:9] “Kill Joseph or cast him out to some distant land, so that your father’s attention may become focused solely on you. After that, you can become righteous people.”

[Yusuf 12:10] One of them suggested, “Do not kill Joseph, but rather, if you must, throw him into the bottom of a well. Perhaps some travelers will pick him up.”

[Yusuf 12:11] They said, “O our father! Why do you not trust us with Joseph? Surely, we are his sincere well-wishers.”

[Yusuf 12:12] “Send him with us tomorrow, so that he may enjoy himself and play. We will take good care of him.”

[Yusuf 12:13] He answered, “Indeed, it saddens me to let him go with you, and I fear that a wolf may eat him while you are not watching.”

[Yusuf 12:14] They said, “If a wolf were to eat him, with us being such a strong group, then surely we would be losers.”

[Yusuf 12:15] So when they took him away and decided to throw him into the dark well. And We revealed to him, “You will surely inform them of this matter while they do not perceive.”

[Yusuf 12:16] And they came to their father in the evening, weeping.

[Yusuf 12:17] They said, “O our father, indeed we went racing each other and left Joseph with our belongings, and the wolf ate him. But you would not believe us, even if we were truthful.”

[Yusuf 12:18] And they brought his shirt with false blood on it. He said, “Rather, your souls have enticed you to something, so patience is most fitting. And it is Allah whose help is sought against what you describe.”

[Yusuf 12:19] And there came a company of travelers; they sent their water drawer, and he let down his bucket. He said, “Good news! Here is a boy.” And they concealed him as merchandise; and Allah was knowing of what they did.

[Yusuf 12:20] And they sold him for a small price, a few dirhams, and they were concerning him of those content with little.

Section 3

[Yusuf 12:21] And the one from Egypt who bought him said to his wife, “Make his residence comfortable. Perhaps he will benefit us, or we may adopt him as a son.” And thus, We established Joseph in the land that We might teach him the interpretation of events. And Allah is predominant over His affair, but most of the people do not know.

[Yusuf 12:22] And when Joseph reached maturity, We gave him judgment and knowledge. And thus We reward the doers of good.

[Yusuf 12:23] And the woman in whose house he was sought to seduce him. She closed the doors and said, “Come, you.” He said, “[I seek] refuge in Allah. Indeed, he is my master who has honored me [with residence]. Indeed, wrongdoers will not succeed.”

[Yusuf 12:24] And she certainly determined [to seduce] him, and he would have inclined to her had he not seen the proof of his Lord. And thus [it was] that We should avert from him evil and immorality. Indeed, he was of Our chosen servants.

[Yusuf 12:25] And they both rushed to the door, and she tore his shirt from the back, and they found her husband at the door. She said, “What is the recompense of one who intended evil for your wife but that he be imprisoned or a painful punishment?”

[Yusuf 12:26] [Joseph] said, “It was she who sought to seduce me.” And a witness from her family testified. “If his shirt is torn from the front, then she has told the truth, and he is of the liars.”

[Yusuf 12:27] But if his shirt is torn from the back, then she has lied, and he is of the truthful.”

[Yusuf 12:28] So when her husband saw his shirt torn from the back, he said, “Indeed, it is of the women’s plan. Indeed, your plan is great.”

[Yusuf 12:29] “Joseph, ignore this. And, [woman], ask forgiveness for your sin. Indeed, you were of the sinful.”

Section 4

[Yusuf 12:30] And women in the city said, “The wife of the Aziz is seeking to seduce her slave boy; he has impassioned her with love. Indeed, we see her [to be] in clear error.”

[Yusuf 12:31] And when she heard of their gossip, she sent for them and prepared a banquet for them. Then she gave each one of them a knife and said to Joseph, “Come out before them.” When they saw him, they greatly admired him and cut their hands in amazement, saying, “Exalted is Allah! This is not a man; this is none but a noble angel!”

[Yusuf 12:32] She said, “This is the one about whom you blamed me. And I certainly sought to seduce him, but he firmly refused. And if he will not do what I order him, he will surely be imprisoned and will be debased.”

[Yusuf 12:33] He said, “My Lord, prison is more to my liking than that to which they invite me. But if You do not avert from me their plan, I might incline toward them and [thus] be of the ignorant.”

[Yusuf 12:34] So his Lord responded to him and averted from him their plan. Indeed, He is the Hearing, the Knowing.

[Yusuf 12:35] Then it appeared to them after they had seen the signs that they should imprison him for a time.

Section 5

[Yusuf 12:36] And there entered the prison with him two young men. One of them said, “Indeed, I have seen myself [in a dream] pressing wine.” The other said, “Indeed, I have seen myself carrying upon my head [some] bread, from which the birds were eating. Inform us of its interpretation; indeed, we see you to be of those who do good.”

[Yusuf 12:37] He said, “You will not receive food that you are provided except that I will inform you of its interpretation before it comes to you. That is from what my Lord has taught me. Indeed, I have left the religion of a people who do not believe in Allah and who are disbelievers in the Hereafter.”

[Yusuf 12:38] “And I have chosen the religion of my forefathers, Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It is not appropriate for us to associate anything as a partner with Allah. This is a grace from Allah upon us and upon the people, but most of the people are not grateful.”

[Yusuf 12:39] “O my fellow-prisoners, are various lords better, or is Allah, the One, the Prevailing?”

[Yusuf 12:40] “You do not worship besides Him except [mere] names you have named, you and your forefathers, for which Allah has not sent down any authority. Legislation is not but for Allah. He has commanded that you worship not except Him. That is the correct religion, but most of the people do not know.”

[Yusuf 12:41] “O my two fellow-prisoners, as for one of you, he will give drink to his master of wine; but as for the other, he will be crucified, and the birds will eat from his head. The matter has been decreed about which you both inquired.”

[Yusuf 12:42] And he said to the one whom he knew would be saved of the two, “Mention me before your master.” But Satan made him forget the mention to his master, and Joseph remained in prison several more years.

Section 6

[Yusuf 12:43] And [the king] said, “Indeed, I have seen [in a dream] seven fat cows being eaten by seven [that were] lean, and seven green spikes [of grain] and others [that were] dry. O eminent ones, explain to me my vision, if you should interpret visions.”

[Yusuf 12:44] They responded, “These are mixed-up dreams, and we are not learned in the interpretation of dreams.”

[Yusuf 12:45] And the one who had been released, remembering after a time, said, “I will inform you of its interpretation, so send me forth.”

[Yusuf 12:46] “O Joseph, the truthful one, explain to us the seven fat cows being eaten by seven lean cows, and the seven green spikes [of grain] and others [that were] dry, that I may return to the people; perhaps they will know [about it].”

[Yusuf 12:47] He said, “You will plant for seven years consecutively; and whatever you harvest, leave it in its spikes, except a little from which you will eat.”

[Yusuf 12:48] “Then will come after that seven difficult [years] which will consume what you saved for them, except a little from which you will store.”

[Yusuf 12:49] “Then after that will come a year in which the people will have abundant rain and in which they will press [grapes and extract oil].”

Section 7

[Yusuf 12:50] And the king said, “Bring him to me”; and when the messenger came to him, Joseph said, “Return to your master and ask him about the women who cut their hands. Indeed, my Lord is Knowing of their plan.”

[Yusuf 12:51] [The king] said, “What was your condition when you sought to seduce Joseph?” They said, “Perfect is Allah! We know about no evil in him.” The wife of the governor said, “Now the truth has become evident. It was I who sought to seduce him, and indeed, he is of the truthful.”

[Yusuf 12:52] [Joseph] said, “I asked for this that he [i.e., the governor] may know that I did not betray him in [his] absence and that Allah does not guide the plan of betrayers.”

[Yusuf 12:53] “And I do not claim to be free from fault. The soul is certainly prone to enjoin evil, except those upon whom my Lord has mercy. Indeed, my Lord is Forgiving and Merciful.”

[Yusuf 12:54] And the king said, “Bring him to me; I will appoint him exclusively for myself.” And when he spoke to him, he said, “Indeed, you are today established [in position] and trusted.”

[Yusuf 12:55] Joseph said, “Appoint me over the storehouses of the land. Indeed, I will be a knowing guardian.”

[Yusuf 12:56] And thus We established Joseph in the land to settle therein wherever he willed. We touch with Our mercy whom We will, and We do not allow to be lost the reward of those who do good.

[Yusuf 12:57] But the reward of the Hereafter is better for those who believe and were righteous.

Section 8

[Yusuf 12:58] And Joseph’s brothers came and entered upon him; and he recognized them, but they did not recognize him.

[Yusuf 12:59] And when he had furnished them with their supplies, he said, “Bring me a brother of yours from your father. Do you not see that I give full measure and that I am the best of hosts?”

[Yusuf 12:60] “But if you do not bring him to me, no measure will there be [for you] from me, nor will you approach me.”

[Yusuf 12:61] They said, “We will attempt to persuade his father to send him with us, and we will surely do [it].”

[Yusuf 12:62] And [Joseph] said to his servants, “Put their merchandise into their saddlebags so they might recognize it when they have gone back to their people that they might return.”

[Yusuf 12:63] So when they returned to their father, they said, “O our father, [further] measure has been denied to us, so send with us our brother [that] we will be given measure. And indeed, we will be his guardians.”

[Yusuf 12:64] He said, “Shall I entrust him to you except [as I entrusted] his brother to you before? But Allah is the best guardian, and He is the most merciful of the merciful.”

[Yusuf 12:65] And when they opened their baggage, they found their merchandise returned to them. They said, “O our father, what more could we desire? Here is our merchandise returned to us. We can provide for our family, guard our brother, and receive an extra camel’s load. That is an easy measure.”

[Yusuf 12:66] Jacob said, “I will never send him with you until you give me a promise by Allah that you will bring him back to me, unless you are overwhelmed.” And when they had given their promise, he said, “Allah is a Witness over what we have said.”

[Yusuf 12:67] And he said, “O my sons, do not enter all by one gate; enter by separate gates. Yet I cannot avail you against Allah at all. Judgment belongs only to Allah. In Him I trust, and in Him let the trusting put their trust.”

[Yusuf 12:68] And when they entered as their father had ordered them, it did not avail them against Allah at all, except that it was a need within Jacob’s soul, which he satisfied. Indeed, he was possessed of knowledge because of what We had taught him, but most people do not know.

Section 9

[Yusuf 12:69] And when they entered upon Joseph, he took his brother to himself; he said, “Indeed, I am your brother, so do not despair over what they used to do [to me].”

[Yusuf 12:70] And when he had given them their provisions, he placed the drinking cup in his brother’s bag. Then an announcer called out, “O caravan, you are indeed thieves!”

[Yusuf 12:71] They turned to them and said, “What is it that you have lost?”

[Yusuf 12:72] They said, “We have lost the king’s cup, and for the one who brings it is a camel’s load, and I am responsible for it.”

[Yusuf 12:73] They said, “By Allah, you certainly know that we did not come to cause corruption in the land, and we are not thieves.”

[Yusuf 12:74] They said, “What is the punishment for it, if you should be liars?”

[Yusuf 12:75] They said, “The punishment for it is that he in whose bag it is found – he [himself] will be its recompense. Thus do we recompense the wrongdoers.”

[Yusuf 12:76] So he began [the search] with their bags before the bag of his brother; then he extracted it from the bag of his brother. Thus did We plan for Joseph. He could not have taken his brother within the religion of the king except that Allah willed. We raise in degrees whom We will, but over every possessor of knowledge is one [more] knowing.

[Yusuf 12:77] They said, “If he steals – a brother of his has stolen before.” But Joseph kept it within himself and did not reveal it to them. He said, “You are worse in position, and Allah is most knowing of what you describe.”

[Yusuf 12:78] They said, “O ‘Azeez, indeed he has a father [who is] an old man, so take one of us in his place. Indeed, we see you as a doer of good.”

[Yusuf 12:79] He said, “I seek the refuge of Allah from taking except him with whom we found our possession. Indeed, we would then be unjust.”

Section 10

[Yusuf 12:80] So when they despaired of him, they secluded themselves in private consultation. The eldest of them said, “Do you not know that your father has taken upon you an oath by Allah and [that] before you failed concerning Joseph? So I will never leave [this] land until my father permits me or Allah decides for me, and He is the best of judges.”

[Yusuf 12:81] “Return to your father and say, ‘O our father, indeed your son has stolen, and we did not testify except to what we knew. And we were not witnesses of the unseen,'”

[Yusuf 12:82] “And ask the city in which we were and the caravan in which we came; and indeed, we are truthful.”

[Yusuf 12:83] [Jacob] said, “Rather, your souls have enticed you to something, so patience is most fitting. Perhaps Allah will bring them to me all together. Indeed, it is He who is the Knowing, the Wise.”

[Yusuf 12:84] And he turned away from them and said, “Oh, my sorrow over Joseph,” and his eyes became white from grief, and he fell into silent melancholy.

[Yusuf 12:85] They said, “By Allah, you will not cease remembering Joseph until you become fatally ill or become of those who perish.”

[Yusuf 12:86] He said, “I only complain of my suffering and my grief to Allah, and I know from Allah that which you do not know.”

[Yusuf 12:87] “O my sons, go and seek news of Joseph and his brother and despair not of relief from Allah. Indeed, no one despairs of relief from Allah except the disbelieving people.”

[Yusuf 12:88] So when they entered upon Joseph, they said, “O Aziz, adversity has touched us and our family, and we have come with goods poor in quality, but give us full measure and be charitable to us. Indeed, Allah rewards the charitable.”

[Yusuf 12:89] He said, “Do you know what you did with Joseph and his brother when you were ignorant?”

[Yusuf 12:90] They said, “Are you indeed Joseph?” He said, “I am Joseph, and this is my brother. Allah has certainly favored us. Indeed, he who fears Allah and is patient, then indeed Allah does not allow to be lost the reward of those who do good.”

[Yusuf 12:91] They said, “By Allah, certainly Allah has preferred you over us, and indeed, we have been sinners.”

[Yusuf 12:92] He said, “No blame will there be upon you today. Allah will forgive you; and He is the most merciful of the merciful.”

[Yusuf 12:93] “Take this, my shirt, and cast it over my father’s face, and he will become seeing. And bring me your family, all together.”

Section 11

[Yusuf 12:94] And when the caravan departed [Egypt], their father said, “Indeed, I find the smell of Joseph [and would say the same] if you did not think me weakened in mind.”

[Yusuf 12:95] They said, “By Allah, indeed you are in your [same] old error.”

[Yusuf 12:96] Then when the bearer of good news arrived, he placed the shirt on his father’s face, and his eyesight was restored. He said, “Did I not tell you that I know from Allah that which you do not know?”

[Yusuf 12:97] They said, “O our father, ask for us forgiveness of our sins; indeed, we were wrongdoers.”

[Yusuf 12:98] He said, “I will ask forgiveness for you from my Lord. Indeed, it is He who is the Forgiving, the Merciful.”

[Yusuf 12:99] And when they entered upon Joseph, he took his parents to himself and said, “Enter Egypt, Allah willing, safe and secure.”

[Yusuf 12:100] And he raised his parents upon the throne, and they bowed to him in prostration. And he said, “O my father, this is the explanation of my vision of before. My Lord has made it reality. And He was certainly good to me when He took me out of prison and brought you [here] from bedouin life after Satan had induced [estrangement] between me and my brothers. Indeed, my Lord is Subtle in what He wills. Indeed, it is He who is the Knowing, the Wise.”

[Yusuf 12:101] “My Lord, You have given me [something] of sovereignty and taught me of the interpretation of dreams. Creator of the heavens and the earth, You are my protector in this world and in the Hereafter. Cause me to die a Muslim and join me with the righteous.”

[Yusuf 12:102] This is from the news of the unseen which We reveal to you, [O Muhammad]. And you were not with them when they put together their plan while they conspired.

[Yusuf 12:103] And although you wish to guide them, [O Muhammad], Allah does not guide those He leaves to stray. And there is no helper for them.

[Yusuf 12:104] You are not asking them for any payment for delivering this message; it is simply an admonition for all people.

Section 12

[Yusuf 12:105] And how many signs there are in the heavens and the earth that most people pass by without noticing!

[Yusuf 12:106] And most of them do not believe in Allah without associating partners with Him.

[Yusuf 12:107] Do they feel secure from Allah’s plan coming upon them, or the Hour coming suddenly while they are unaware?

[Yusuf 12:108] Say, “This is my way; I invite to Allah with insight, I and those who follow me. And exalted is Allah; and I am not of those who associate others with Him.”

[Yusuf 12:109] And We sent not before you [as messengers] except men to whom We revealed from among the people of cities. So have they not traveled through the earth and observed how was the end of those before them? And the home of the Hereafter is best for those who fear Allah; then will you not reason?

[Yusuf 12:110] [For such is] he for whom Allah sends astray, there is no guide for him. And He leaves them in their transgressions, wandering blindly.

[Yusuf 12:111] Indeed, in their stories is a lesson for those of understanding. This [Qur’an] is not a narration which has been invented, but a confirmation of what was before it and a detailed explanation of all things and guidance and mercy for a people who believe.

AL-RAAD (THE THUNDER)

[Rad 13:1] Alif-Lam-Mim-Ra. These are verses of the Book, and what has been revealed to you from your Lord is the truth, but most people do not believe.

[Rad 13:2] It is Allah who raised the heavens without visible pillars that you can see, then established Himself above the Throne in a manner befitting His Majesty. He subjected the sun and the moon, each running for a specified term. Allah manages the universe, explaining its signs in detail so that you may have certainty in the meeting with your Lord.

[Rad 13:3] And it is He who spread out the earth and placed firm mountains and rivers in it. And of all fruits, He made them in pairs. He covers the night with the day. Surely, there are signs in this for those who reflect.

[Rad 13:4] And on the earth are tracts neighboring one another, and gardens of grapes, crops, and date-palms growing from a single source and separately. They are watered with the same water, yet We make some taste better than others. Surely, there are signs in this for people who understand.

[Rad 13:5] And if you are astonished, then astonishing is their saying, “When we are dust, will we indeed be created anew?” They are the ones who have disbelieved in their Lord, and they will have shackles around their necks. They are the inhabitants of the Fire, wherein they will abide eternally.

[Rad 13:6] They urge you to hasten the punishment before the mercy, although the punishments of those before them have already concluded. Your Lord grants a kind of respite despite their wrongdoing, and your Lord’s punishment is severe.

[Rad 13:7] Those who disbelieve say, “Why has no miraculous sign been sent down to him from his Lord?” You are merely a Warner, and for every people there is a guide.

Section 2

[Rad 13:8] Allah knows what every female carries in her womb and what the wombs lose or exceed. Everything has its appointed measure with Him.

[Rad 13:9] The Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, the Great, the Most High.

[Rad 13:10] Alike to Him among you is one who speaks quietly and another who raises his voice, and he who hides in the night and he who goes forth openly by day.

[Rad 13:11] For each person there are angels in succession, before and behind him, who guard him by the command of Allah. Indeed, Allah will not change the condition of a people until they change what is in themselves. And when Allah intends for a people ill, there is no repelling it. And there is not for them besides Him any patron.

[Rad 13:12] It is He who shows you the lightning, causing fear and aspiration, and generates the heavy clouds.

[Rad 13:13] The thunder declares His praise, as do the angels in awe of Him. And He sends the thunderbolts and strikes with them whom He wills while they dispute about Allah; and He is severe in assault.

[Rad 13:14] The true supplication is to Him alone. Those to whom they supplicate besides Him do not respond to them at all, but it is as if they were stretching out their hands toward water to reach their mouths, but it does not reach them. And the supplication of the disbelievers is only in vain.

[Rad 13:15] And to Allah prostrate all those in the heavens and the earth, willingly or by compulsion, along with their shadows, morning and evening. (Command of prostration #2).

[Rad 13:16] Say, “Who is the Lord of the heavens and the earth?” Say, “Allah.” Say, “Have you then taken besides Him allies who have no power for their own benefit or harm?” Say, “Is the blind equivalent to the seeing? Or is darkness equivalent to light? Have they not considered that Allah created the heavens and the earth with truth? He creates the day and the night. And the sun and the moon are subservient, each running for an appointed term. Allah is well acquainted with what you do.”

[Rad 13:17] Allah sends down water from the sky, so valleys flow according to their capacity, and the torrent carries swelling foam. And from that which they heat in the fire, seeking to make ornaments or utensils, arises a foam like it. Thus Allah illustrates truth and falsehood. As for the foam, it vanishes, [being of no use], but what benefits the people remains on the earth. Thus Allah presents examples.

[Rad 13:18] For those who respond to their Lord is the best [reward], but those who do not respond to Him – if they had all that is in the earth entirely and the like of it with it, they would [attempt to] ransom themselves thereby. Those will have the worst account, and their refuge is Hell, and wretched is the resting place.

Section 3

[Rad 13:19] So, can he who knows that what has been revealed to you from your Lord is the truth be like one who is blind? Only those who possess understanding will take heed.

[Rad 13:20] Those who fulfill the covenant of Allah and do not break the promise.

[Rad 13:21] Those who join what Allah has commanded to be joined and fear their Lord and are afraid of the evil of [their] account.

[Rad 13:22] Those who are patient, seeking the approval of their Lord, establish prayer, and spend from what We have provided for them, secretly and publicly, and prevent evil with good – for them is the good outcome of [this] home –

[Rad 13:23] Gardens of perpetual residence, which they will enter, along with those who were righteous among their fathers, their spouses, and their descendants. And the angels will enter upon them from every gate, [saying],

[Rad 13:24] “Peace upon you for what you patiently endured. And excellent is the final home.”

[Rad 13:25] But those who break the covenant of Allah after contracting it and sever that which Allah has ordered to be joined and spread corruption on earth – for them is the curse, and they will have the worst home.

[Rad 13:26] Allah extends provision for whom He wills and restricts [it]. And they rejoice in the worldly life, while the worldly life is not, compared to the Hereafter, except [brief] enjoyment.

Section 4

[Rad 13:27] And those who disbelieved say, “Why has a sign not been sent down to him from his Lord?” Say, [O Muhammad], “Indeed, Allah leaves astray whom He wills and guides to Himself whoever turns back [to Him] –

[Rad 13:28] Those who have believed and whose hearts are assured by the remembrance of Allah. Unquestionably, by the remembrance of Allah hearts are assured.”

Section 5

[Rad 13:29] Those who have believed and done righteous deeds – for them is happiness and a good place of return.

[Rad 13:30] And thus We have sent you to a nation before whom [other] nations have passed away, to recite to them that which We revealed to you, while they disbelieve in the Most Merciful. Say, “He is my Lord; there is no deity except Him. Upon Him I rely, and to Him is my return.”

[Rad 13:31] And if there was any Qur’an by which the mountains would be removed or the earth would be broken apart or the dead would be made to speak, [it would be this Qur’an], but to Allah belongs the affair entirely. Then have those who believed not accepted that had Allah willed, He would have guided the people, all of them? And those who disbelieve do not cease to be struck, for what they have done, by calamity – or it will descend near their home – until there comes the promise of Allah. Indeed, Allah does not fail in [His] promise.

Section 6

[Rad 13:32] And indeed, [O Muhammad], were it not that your Lord repels the people some by means of others and judges between them, the matter would have been concluded between them. But those who disbelieve will have cut out for them garments of fire. Poured upon their heads will be scalding water

[Rad 13:33] By which is melted that within their bellies and [their] skins.

[Rad 13:34] And for [striking] them are maces of iron.

Section 6

[Rad 13:35] A description of the Paradise promised to the righteous: beneath it rivers flow, its fruits are perpetual, and its shade. This is the reward for those who fear [their Lord], while the punishment of the disbelievers is the Fire.

[Rad 13:36] And those to whom We gave the Scripture rejoice at what has been revealed to you, [O Muhammad], but among the [opposing] factions are those who deny parts of it. Say, “I have only been commanded to worship Allah and not associate [anything] with Him. To Him I invite, and to Him is my return.”

[Rad 13:37] And thus We have revealed it as an Arabic legislation. And if you should follow their inclinations after what has come to you of knowledge, you would not have against Allah any ally or any protector.

Section 7

[Rad 13:38] And We had already sent messengers before you and assigned to them wives and descendants. And it was not for a messenger to come with a sign except by permission of Allah. For every term is a decree.

[Rad 13:39] Allah eliminates what He wills or confirms, and with Him is the Mother of the Book.

[Rad 13:40] And whether We show you part of what We promise them or take you in death, upon you is only the [duty of] notification, and upon Us is the account.

[Rad 13:41] Have they not seen that We set upon the land, reducing it from its borders? And Allah decides; there is no adjuster of His decision. And He is swift in account.

[Rad 13:42] And those before them had plotted, but to Allah belongs the plan entirely. He knows what every soul earns, and the disbelievers will know for whom is the final home.

[Rad 13:43] And those who disbelieve say, “You are not a messenger.” Say, [O Muhammad], “Sufficient is Allah as Witness between me and you, and [the witness of] whoever has knowledge of the Scripture.”

IBRAHIM (PROPHET ABRAHAM)

Section 1

[Ibrahim 14:1] Alif-Lam-Ra. [This is] a Book which We have revealed to you, [O Muhammad], that you might bring mankind out of darknesses into the light by permission of their Lord – to the path of the Exalted in Might, the Praiseworthy.

[Ibrahim 14:2] Allah, to whom belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the earth. And woe to the disbelievers from a severe punishment

[Ibrahim 14:3] The ones who prefer the worldly life over the Hereafter and avert [people] from the way of Allah, seeking to make it [seem] deviant. Those are in extreme error.

[Ibrahim 14:4] And We did not send any messenger except [speaking] in the language of his people to state clearly for them, and Allah sends astray [thereby] whom He wills and guides whom He wills. And He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.

[Ibrahim 14:5] And We certainly sent Moses with Our signs, [saying], “Bring out your people from darknesses into the light and remind them of the days of Allah.” Indeed in that are signs for everyone patient and grateful.

Section 2

[Ibrahim 14:6] And [mention, O Muhammad], when Moses said to his people, “Remember the favor of Allah upon you when He saved you from the people of Pharaoh, who were afflicting you with the worst torment and were slaughtering your [newborn] sons and keeping your females alive. And in that was a great trial from your Lord.”

[Ibrahim 14:7] And [recall] when your Lord proclaimed: “If you are grateful, I will surely increase you [in favor]; but if you deny, indeed, My punishment is severe.”

[Ibrahim 14:8] And Moses said, “If you should disbelieve, you and whoever is on the earth entirely – indeed, Allah is Free of need and Praiseworthy.”

[Ibrahim 14:9] Has there not reached you the news of those before you – the people of Noah and ‘Aad and Thamud and those after them? No one knows them [i.e., their number] except Allah. Their messengers brought them clear proofs, but they returned their hands to their mouths and said, “Indeed, we disbelieve in that with which you have been sent, and indeed we are, about that to which you invite us, in disquieting doubt.”

[Ibrahim 14:10] Their messengers said, “Can there be doubt about Allah, Creator of the heavens and the earth? He invites you that He may forgive you of your sins, and He delays your death for a specified term.” They said, “You are not but men like us who wish to avert us from what our fathers were worshipping. So bring us a clear authority.”

Section 3

[Ibrahim 14:11] Their messengers said to them, “We are only men like you, but Allah confers favor upon whom He wills of His servants. It has never been for us to bring you evidence except by permission of Allah. And upon Allah let the believers rely.”

[Ibrahim 14:12] “And why should we not rely upon Allah while He has guided us to our [good] ways. And we will surely be patient against whatever harm you should cause us. And upon Allah let those who would rely [indeed] rely.”

[Ibrahim 14:13] And those who disbelieved said to their messengers, “We will surely drive you out of our land, or you must return to our religion.” So their Lord inspired to them, “We will surely destroy the wrongdoers.”

[Ibrahim 14:14] And We will surely cause you to dwell in the land after them. That is for he who fears My position and fears My threat.”

[Ibrahim 14:15] And they requested victory from Allah, and disappointed, [therefore], was every obstinate tyrant.

[Ibrahim 14:16] Before him is Hell, and he will be given a drink of purulent water.

[Ibrahim 14:17] He will gulp it but will hardly [be able to] swallow it. And death will come to him from everywhere, but he is not to die. And before him is a massive punishment.

[Ibrahim 14:18] The example of those who disbelieve in their Lord is [that] their deeds are like ashes which the wind blows forcefully on a stormy day; they are unable [to keep] from what they earned a [single] thing. That is what is extreme error.

Section 4

[Ibrahim 14:19] Have you not considered that Allah created the heavens and the earth in truth? If He wills, He can do away with you and bring a new creation.

[Ibrahim 14:20] And that is not difficult for Allah.

[Ibrahim 14:21] They will all appear before Allah, and the weak will say to those who were arrogant, “Indeed, we were your followers, so can you avail us anything against the punishment of Allah?” They will say, “If Allah had guided us, we would have guided you. It is all the same for us whether we show intolerance or are patient; there is for us no place of escape.” (* This conversation will occur between the disbelievers and their leaders.)

[Ibrahim 14:22] And Satan will say when the matter is concluded, “Indeed, Allah had promised you the promise of truth. And I promised you, but I betrayed you. But I had no authority over you except that I invited you, and you responded to me. So do not blame me; but blame yourselves. I cannot be called to your aid, nor can you be called to my aid. Indeed, I deny your association of me [with Allah] before. Indeed, for the wrongdoers is a painful punishment.”

[Ibrahim 14:23] And those who believed and did righteous deeds will be admitted to gardens beneath which rivers flow, abiding eternally therein by permission of their Lord; their greeting therein is peace.

[Ibrahim 14:24] Have you not considered how Allah presents an example, [making] a good word like a good tree, whose root is firmly fixed and its branches [high] in the sky?

Section 5

[Ibrahim 14:25] It produces its fruit all the time, by permission of its Lord. And Allah presents examples for the people that perhaps they will be reminded.

[Ibrahim 14:26] And the example of a bad word is like a bad tree, uprooted from the surface of the earth, not having any stability.

[Ibrahim 14:27] Allah keeps those who believe firm with the firm word in worldly life and in the Hereafter. And Allah sends astray the wrongdoers. And Allah does what He wills.

[Ibrahim 14:28] Have you not considered those who exchanged the favor of Allah for disbelief and settled their people [in] the home of ruin –

[Ibrahim 14:29] [It is] Hell, which they will [enter to] burn, and wretched is the settlement.

[Ibrahim 14:30] And they have attributed to Allah equals to mislead [people] from His way. Say, “Enjoy yourselves, for indeed, your destination is the Fire.”

[Ibrahim 14:31] Say to My servants who have believed, “Establish prayer and spend from what We have provided for you, secretly and publicly, before a Day comes in which there will be no exchange and no friendship.”

[Ibrahim 14:32] It is Allah who created the heavens and the earth and sent down rain from the sky and produced thereby some fruits as provision for you and subjected for you the ships to sail through the sea by His command and subjected for you the rivers.

[Ibrahim 14:33] And He subjected for you the sun and the moon, continuous [in orbit], and subjected for you the night and the day.

Section 6

[Ibrahim 14:34] He has granted you much of what you requested. If you attempted to count the blessings of Allah, you could never encompass them. Indeed, mankind is most unjust and ungrateful.

[Ibrahim 14:35] And [mention, O Muhammad], when Abraham said, “My Lord, make this city [Makkah] secure and keep me and my sons away from worshipping idols.

[Ibrahim 14:36] My Lord, indeed they have led astray many among the people. So whoever follows me – then he is of me; and whoever disobeys me – indeed, You are [yet] Forgiving and Merciful.

[Ibrahim 14:37] Our Lord, I have settled some of my descendants in an uncultivated valley near Your sacred House, our Lord, that they may establish prayer. So make hearts among the people incline toward them and provide for them from the fruits that they might be grateful.

[Ibrahim 14:38] Our Lord, indeed You know what we conceal and what we declare, and nothing is hidden from Allah on the earth or in the heaven.

[Ibrahim 14:39] Praise to Allah, who has granted to me in old age Ishmael and Isaac. Indeed, my Lord is the Hearer of supplication.

[Ibrahim 14:40] My Lord, make me an establisher of prayer, and [many] from my descendants. Our Lord, and accept my supplication.

[Ibrahim 14:41] Our Lord, forgive me and my parents and the believers the Day the account is established.”

Section 7

[Ibrahim 14:42] And never think that Allah is unaware of what the wrongdoers do. He only delays them for a Day when eyes will stare [in horror].

Section 8

[Ibrahim 14:43] On that Day they will emerge in haste from the graves as if they were swarming locusts, with heads raised high, their eyes humbled, and hearts void of tranquility.

[Ibrahim 14:44] And warn the people of the Day when the punishment will come to them, and the wrongdoers will say, “Our Lord, delay us for a short term; we will answer Your call and follow the messengers.” [But it will be said], “Had you not sworn before that for you there would be no cessation?

[Ibrahim 14:45] And you lived among the dwellings of those who wronged themselves, and it had become clear to you how We dealt with them. And We put forth for you [many] examples.”

[Ibrahim 14:46] And they had planned their plan, but with Allah is [recorded] their plan, even if their plan had been [sufficient] to do away with the mountains.

[Ibrahim 14:47] So never think that Allah will fail in His promise to His messengers. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Owner of Retribution.

[Ibrahim 14:48] On the Day the earth will be replaced by another earth, and the heavens [as well], and all creatures will come out before Allah, the One, the Prevailing.

[Ibrahim 14:49] And you will see the criminals that Day bound together in shackles,

[Ibrahim 14:50] Their garments of liquid pitch and their faces covered by the Fire.

[Ibrahim 14:51] So that Allah may recompense every soul for what it earned. Indeed, Allah is swift in account.

[Ibrahim 14:52] This [Quran] is notification for the people that they may be warned thereby and that they may know that He is but one God and that those of understanding will be reminded.

AL HIJR (THE STONES)

PART 14

[Hijr 15:1] Alif-Lam-Ra. These are verses of the Book and a clear Qur’an.

[Hijr 15:2] The disbelievers wish that they had been Muslims [in submission to Allah].

[Hijr 15:3] Leave them to eat and enjoy themselves and be diverted by [false] hope, for they are going to know.

[Hijr 15:4] And We did not destroy any city except that for it was a known decree.

[Hijr 15:5] No nation will precede its term, nor will they remain [thereafter].

[Hijr 15:6] And they say, “O you upon whom the message has been sent down, indeed you are mad.

[Hijr 15:7] Why do you not bring us the angels, if you should be among the truthful?”

[Hijr 15:8] We do not send down the angels except with truth; and the disbelievers would not then be reprieved.

[Hijr 15:9] Indeed, it is We who sent down the Qur’an and indeed, We will be its guardian.

[Hijr 15:10] And We had certainly sent [messengers] before you, [O Muhammad], among the sects of the former peoples.

[Hijr 15:11] And no messenger would come to them except that they ridiculed him.

[Hijr 15:12] Thus do We insert denial into the hearts of the criminals.

[Hijr 15:13] They will not believe in it, while there has already occurred the precedent of the former peoples.

[Hijr 15:14] And [even] if We opened to them a gate from the heaven and they continued therein to ascend,

[Hijr 15:15] They would say, “Our eyes have only been dazzled. Rather, we are a people affected by magic.”

Section 2

[Hijr 15:16] And indeed, We created towers in the sky and made it pleasing to the beholders.

[Hijr 15:17] And We have guarded it against every accursed devil.

[Hijr 15:18] Except one who steals a hearing and is pursued by a clear burning flame.

[Hijr 15:19] And We spread out the earth and placed therein firm mountains, and caused to grow therein all kinds of balanced things.

[Hijar 15:20] And We provided for you therein livelihoods and those for whom you are not providers.

[Hijar 15:21] And there is nothing but that its depositories are with Us, and We do not send it down except in a known measure.

[Hijar 15:22] And We sent the winds as pollinators, and We sent down water from the sky and gave you drink, and you are not its retainers.

[Hijar 15:23] And indeed, it is We who give life and cause death, and We are the Inheritors.

[Hijar 15:24] And We certainly know those of you who hasten forward and those who lag behind.

[Hijar 15:25] And indeed, your Lord will gather them; indeed, He is Wise and Knowing.

Section 3

[Hijar 15:26] And We did certainly create man out of clay from an altered black mud.

[Hijar 15:27] And the jinn We created before from scorching fire.

[Hijar 15:28] And [mention] when your Lord said to the angels, “I will create a human being out of clay from an altered black mud.”

[Hijar 15:29] “And when I have proportioned him and breathed into him of My [created] soul, then fall down to him in prostration.”

[Hijar 15:30] So the angels prostrated – all of them entirely.

[Hijar 15:31] Except for Iblis; he refused to be with those who prostrated.

Section 4

[Hijar 15:32] Allah said, “O Iblis, what prevented you from prostrating to what I created with My hands? Were you arrogant [then], or were you [already] among the haughty?”

[Hijar 15:33] He said, “I am not one to prostrate myself to a human being whom You created from clay – created from an altered black mud.”

[Hijar 15:34] Allah said, “Then get out of Paradise, for indeed, you are expelled.”

[Hijar 15:35] “And indeed, upon you is the curse until the Day of Recompense.”

[Hijar 15:36] He said, “My Lord, then reprieve me until the Day they are resurrected.”

[Hijar 15:37] Allah said, “So indeed, you are of those reprieved”

[Hijar 15:38] Until the Day of the time well-known.”

[Hijar 15:39] [Iblees] said, “My Lord, because You have put me in error, I will surely make [disobedience] attractive to them on earth, and I will mislead them all.”

[Hijar 15:40] Except, among them, Your chosen servants.”

[Hijar 15:41] Allah said, “This is a path [of return] to Me [that is] straight.”

[Hijar 15:42] “Indeed, My servants – no authority will you have over them, except those who follow you of the deviators.”

[Hijar 15:43] And indeed, Hell is the promised place for them all.

[Hijar 15:44] It has seven gates; for every gate is of them a portion designated.

Section 5

[Hijar 15:52] When the angels came to him and said, “Peace.” He said, “You seem strange to me.”

[Hijar 15:53] They said, “We bring you good tidings of a learned son.”

[Hijar 15:54] He said, “Do you bring me good tidings although old age has come upon me? Then of what [wonder] do you inform?”

[Hijar 15:55] They said, “We have given you good tidings in truth, so do not be of the despairing.”

[Hijar 15:56] He said, “And who despairs of the mercy of his Lord except for those astray?”

[Hijar 15:57] He said, “Then what is your business [here], O messengers?”

[Hijar 15:58] They said, “Indeed, we have been sent to a people of criminals,”

[Hijar 15:59] “Except the family of Lot; indeed, we will save them all

Section 6

[Hijar 15:60] Except his wife.” Allah decreed that she is of those who remain behind.

[Hijar 15:61] And when the messengers came to the family of Lot,

[Hijar 15:62] He said, “Indeed, you are people unknown.”

[Hijar 15:63] They said, “But we have come to you with that about which they were disputing,

[Hijar 15:64] And we have come to you with truth, and indeed, we are truthful.

[Hijar 15:65] So set out with your family during a portion of the night and follow behind them and let not anyone among you look back and continue on to where you are commanded.”

[Hijar 15:66] And We conveyed to him [the decree] of that matter: that those [sinners] would be eliminated by early morning.

[Hijar 15:67] And the people of the city came rejoicing.

[Hijar 15:68] Lot said, “Indeed, these are my guests, so do not shame me.”

[Hijar 15:69] And fear Allah and do not disgrace me.”

[Hijar 15:70] They said, “Have we not forbidden you from [protecting] people?”

[Hijar 15:71] He said, “These are my daughters, if you would do [so].”

[Hijar 15:72] By your life, [O Muhammad], indeed they were, in their intoxication, wandering blindly.

[Hijar 15:73] So the shriek seized them at sunrise.

[Hijar 15:74] And We made the highest part [of the city] its lowest and rained upon them stones of hard clay.

[Hijar 15:75] Indeed in that are signs for those who discern.

[Hijar 15:76] And indeed, those cities are [situated] on an established road.

[Hijar 15:77] Indeed in that is a sign for the believers.

[Hijar 15:78] And the companions of the thicket were [also] wrongdoers.

[Hijar 15:79] So We took retribution from them, and indeed, both [cities] are on a clear highway.

Section 7

[Hijar 15:80] And the companions of the stone [i.e., the people of Madyan] denied the messengers.

[Hijar 15:81] And We gave them Our signs, but from them they were turning away.

[Hijar 15:82] And they used to carve from the mountains, houses, feeling secure.

[Hijar 15:83] But the shriek seized them at early morning.

[Hijar 15:84] So nothing availed them [from] what they used to earn.

[Hijar 15:85] And We have not created the heavens and the earth and whatever is between them except in truth. And indeed, the Hour is coming; so forgive with gracious forgiveness.

[Hijar 15:86] Indeed, your Lord – He is the Knowing Creator.

[Hijar 15:87] And We have certainly given you, [O Muhammad], seven of the often-repeated [verses] and the great Qur’an.

[Hijar 15:88] Do not extend your eyes toward that by which We have given enjoyment to [various] categories of the disbelievers, and do not grieve over them. And lower your wing to the believers

[Hijar 15:89] And say, “Indeed, I am the clear warner” –

[Hijar 15:90] Just as We had revealed [scriptures] to the separators –

[Hijar 15:91] [They are] those who broke the covenant of Allah and divided themselves into different groups, [yet] every faction rejoicing in what it has.

[Hijar 15:92] So leave them in their confusion for a time.

[Hijar 15:93] Do they think that by what We extend to them from wealth and children

[Hijar 15:94] We hasten to them good things? But they do not perceive.

[Hijar 15:95] Indeed, they who are apprehensive from fear of their Lord

[Hijar 15:96] And those who believe in the signs of their Lord

[Hijar 15:97] And those who do not associate anything with their Lord

[Hijar 15:98] And those who give what they give while their hearts are fearful because they will be returning to their Lord –

[Hijar 15:99] It is those who hasten to good deeds, and they outstrip [others] therein.

[Nahl 16:1] The decree of Allah is impending, so do not hasten it. Glory be to Him! Exalted above all that they associate with Him.

[Nahl 16:2] He sends down the angels with inspiration of His command to whom He wills of His servants, [saying], “Warn that there is no deity except Me; so fear Me.”

[Nahl 16:3] He created the heavens and the earth in truth. Exalted is He above what they associate with Him.

[Nahl 16:4] He created man from a sperm-drop; then at once he is a clear adversary.

[Nahl 16:5] And the grazing livestock He has created for you; in them is warmth and [numerous] benefits, and from them you eat.

[Nahl 16:6] And for you in them is [the enjoyment of] beauty when you bring them in [for the evening] and when you send them out [to pasture].

[Nahl 16:7] They carry your loads to a city you could not reach except with great difficulty. Truly, your Lord is Compassionate, Most Merciful.

[Nahl 16:8] And [He created] horses, mules, and donkeys for you to ride and [for] adornment. And He creates that which you do not know.

[Nahl 16:9] The right course has been made distinct from the wrong. So turn away from the polytheists.

[Nahl 16:10] [He created] water from the sky for you, with which you drink and which produce plants for grazing.

[Nahl 16:11] With it He causes crops to grow for you, and the olive tree, the date-palm, the grape vine, and all kinds of fruits. Surely, there is a sign in this for people who reflect.

[Nahl 16:12] And He subjected for you the night and day, and the sun, moon, and stars are subject to His command. There are indeed signs in this for people who use their reason.

[Nahl 16:13] And what He has created for you on the earth of varying colors. Surely, there is a sign in this for people who pay heed.

[Nahl 16:14] And He subjected the sea to you so you may eat fresh meat from it, and extract ornaments from it to wear, and you see the ships plowing through it. And [He subjected] rivers for your benefit.

[Nahl 16:15] He placed firm mountains on the earth so it would not shake with you, and rivers and paths so that you may be guided.

[Nahl 16:16] And landmarks. And they are guided by the stars.

[Nahl 16:17] So can He who creates be like one who does not create? Will you not then remember?

[Nahl 16:18] And if you were to count the favors of Allah, you would not be able to enumerate them. Surely Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Nahl 16:19] And Allah knows what you conceal and what you declare.

[Nahl 16:20] Those they invoke besides Allah do not create anything; they are themselves created.

[Nahl 16:21] They are dead, not alive, and they do not perceive when they will be resurrected.

Section 4

[Nahl 16:22] Your God is the One God. As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, their hearts deny, and they are arrogant.

[Nahl 16:23] Certainly, Allah knows what they hide and what they declare. He does not like the arrogant.

[Nahl 16:24] When they are told, “What has your Lord sent down?” They say, “Tales of the ancients.”

[Nahl 16:25] That they may bear their own burdens in full on the Day of Resurrection, and some of the burdens of those whom they mislead without knowledge. Beware! How terrible is the burden they bear.

Section 5

[Nahl 16:26] Surely, those before them plotted, but Allah struck at the foundation of their building, and the roof fell down on them from above, and the punishment came at them from where they did not perceive.

[Nahl 16:27] Then on the Day of Resurrection, He will disgrace them and say, “Where are those partners of Mine you used to claim?” Those endowed with knowledge will declare, “Shame and misery befall the disbelievers on this day.”

[Nahl 16:28] Those whose souls the angels take while they were wronging themselves will say, “We did not do any wrong.” The angels will reply, “Certainly you did. Why not? Allah is well aware of what you used to do.”

[Nahl 16:29] “Now enter the gates of Hell, to remain in it forever.” What a wretched dwelling for the arrogant!

[Nahl 16:30] And to the righteous, it will be said, “What has your Lord sent down?” They will respond, “Goodness.” For those who did good in this world, there is goodness, and the final home is even better. How excellent is the final home of the righteous!

[Nahl 16:31] They will enter everlasting Gardens, where rivers flow beneath, receiving whatever they desire. This is how Allah rewards the righteous.

[Nahl 16:32] Those whose souls the angels take in a state of purity, saying, “Peace be upon you. Enter Paradise as the reward of your deeds.”

[Nahl 16:33] So what are they waiting for except for the angels to come to them or for the command of your Lord to come? Those before them did the same. And Allah did not wrong them; rather, they used to wrong themselves.

[Nahl 16:34] So the consequences of their deeds overtook them, and what they used to mock has now encompassed them.

Section 5

[Nahl 16:35] The polytheists claimed, “Had Allah willed, we would not have worshipped anyone besides Him – neither us nor our forefathers – nor would we have forbidden anything without His command.” Those before them said the same. So what is the duty of the Noble Messengers except to convey the message clearly?

[Nahl 16:36] We sent a Noble Messenger to every nation, proclaiming, “Worship Allah and beware of the devil.” So Allah guided some of them while error proved true upon others. So travel through the land and see what fate befell those who denied the truth.

[Nahl 16:37] If you desire their guidance, then know that Allah does not guide those whom He leads astray, and they will have no helpers.

[Nahl 16:38] They swore their strongest oaths by Allah that Allah would not raise the dead. Yes, indeed, He will raise them; it is a true promise binding upon Him, but most people do not know.

[Nahl 16:39] So that He may clarify to them the matters in which they differed, and the disbelievers may realize that they were indeed lying.

[Nahl 16:40] Our command for something, when We intend it, is only to say, “Be,” and it is.

Section 6

[Nahl 16:41] As for those who migrated in the cause of Allah after being oppressed, We will surely provide them with a good life in this world. And the reward of the Hereafter is certainly greater, if only they knew.

[Nahl 16:42] They are those who patiently endured and placed their trust in Allah.

[Nahl 16:43] We have only sent men before you as messengers, to whom We revealed divine messages. So, O people, if you do not know, ask those who possess knowledge. (* All the Prophets were men.)

[Nahl 16:44] With clear proofs and scriptures. And We have revealed to you (O Prophet Muhammad – peace and blessings be upon him) the Remembrance (the Qur’an), so that you may explain to mankind what has been revealed to them, and that they may reflect.

[Nahl 16:45] Do those who plot evil deeds not fear that Allah may cause them to sink into the ground, or that the punishment may come upon them from where they do not perceive?

[Nahl 16:46] Or that He may seize them while they move about, and they will not be able to elude?

[Nahl 16:47] Or that He may seize them gradually with confusion? Indeed, your Lord is Most Compassionate, Most Merciful.

[Nahl 16:48] Do they not see that everything created by Allah casts its shadow right and left, prostrating to Allah, while they are humble?

[Nahl 16:49] And to Allah prostrates whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth, including creatures and the angels, and they are not arrogant.

[Nahl 16:50] They fear their Lord above them, and they do as they are commanded.

(Command of prostration # 3)

[Nahl 16:51] Allah commands, “Do not associate anything with Him; indeed, He is the only One God. So fear only Him.”

[Nahl 16:52] And to Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and the earth. Obeying Him is obligatory. So will you fear anyone other than Allah?

[Nahl 16:53] Whatever blessings you have are from Allah. So whenever misfortune befalls you, it is to Him that you turn for help.

[Nahl 16:54] Yet when He removes the misfortune from you, some of you associate partners with their Lord!

[Nahl 16:55] They deny the blessings We have bestowed upon them and take a small enjoyment. Soon they will come to know.

[Nahl 16:56] And they assign to things they do not know a share of the sustenance We have provided for them. By Allah, you will surely be questioned about your fabrications.

[Nahl 16:57] They even ascribe daughters to Allah – Glory be to Him! – while they prefer sons for themselves.

[Nahl 16:58] When the news of the birth of a daughter is given to any of them, his face becomes darkened, and he is filled with grief.

[Nahl 16:59] He hides from the people because of the evil of the news. Should he keep her in humiliation or bury her in the ground? Beware! How evil is their judgment!

[Nahl 16:60] For those who do not believe in the Hereafter, the evil example is set, while for Allah is the Highest Attribute. He is the Almighty, the All-Wise.

Section 8

[Nahl 16:61] If Allah were to seize people for their wrongdoing, He would not leave any living creature on the surface of the earth. But He defers them to an appointed term; then when their term comes, they cannot delay it for an hour, nor can they advance it.

[Nahl 16:62] They attribute to Allah what they detest for themselves, and their tongues utter falsehood that for them is goodness. No doubt, for them is the Fire, and they will be abandoned.

[Nahl 16:63] By Allah, We certainly sent messengers to many nations before you, but Satan made their deeds attractive to them. So today he is their patron, and for them is a painful punishment.

[Nahl 16:64] And We have not revealed this Book to you except for you to make clear to them that wherein they differ and as guidance and mercy for people who believe.

[Nahl 16:65] And Allah sends down water from the sky, thereby reviving the earth after its death. Surely, in this is a sign for people who listen and understand.

Section 9

[Nahl 16:66] In cattle there is a lesson for you. We provide you drink from what is in their bellies – pure milk, a pleasant beverage, coming from between their waste and blood.

[Nahl 16:67] And from the fruits of date palms and grapevines, you derive both intoxicants and wholesome food. Surely, in this is a sign for people who use their intellect.

[Nahl 16:68] And your Lord inspired the bee: “Build homes in the mountains, trees, and in what people construct.”

[Nahl 16:69] “Then feed on every kind of fruit and follow the ways ordained by your Lord.” From its belly comes forth a fluid of varying colors, containing healing for mankind. Surely, in this is a sign for people who reflect.

[Nahl 16:70] Allah created you, then He will cause you to die. Some of you will be taken back to the weakest stage of life, so that he will not know anything after having known. Surely, Allah is All-Knowing, All-Powerful.

Section 10

[Nahl 16:71] Allah has preferred some of you above others in the means of sustenance. Yet, those whom He has favored do not give their sustenance to their slaves, so they may be equal partners in it. So, do they deny the blessings of Allah?

[Nahl 16:72] And Allah has provided for you mates from among yourselves, and from your mates He has given you sons and grandsons, and has provided good things for you. Will they still believe in falsehood and deny the blessings of Allah?

[Nahl 16:73] And they worship, instead of Allah, those who cannot provide them sustenance from the heavens or the earth, nor do they possess any power.

[Nahl 16:74] So, do not equate anything with Allah. Allah knows, while you do not know.

[Nahl 16:75] Allah sets forth the example of two men. One of them is a slave, owned by the other, and he has no control over anything, and the other is a man whom We have granted a good provision, and he spends from it secretly and openly. Are they equal? All praise is due to Allah, but most of them do not know.

[Nahl 16:76] And Allah sets forth the example of two men. One of them is mute, unable to do anything, a burden on his master. Wherever he directs him, he brings no good. Is he equal to one who commands justice and follows the right path?

Section 11

[Nahl 16:77] To Allah belongs the unseen of the heavens and the earth, and the matter of the Hour is not but as the twinkling of an eye, or even nearer. Surely Allah has power over all things.

[Nahl 16:78] Allah brought you forth from the wombs of your mothers, knowing nothing, and gave you hearing, sight, and hearts, so that you may be grateful.

[Nahl 16:79] Have they not seen the birds controlled in the atmosphere of the sky? None holds them up except Allah. Surely, in this are signs for people who believe.

[Nahl 16:80] Allah has provided you with homes for shelter, and made homes for you out of the hides of animals, which are easy for you to carry on the day of travel and on the day of halting. And out of their wool, fur, and hair, He has furnished you with items of convenience and temporary use.

[Nahl 16:81] Allah has provided shade for you from what He has created, and He has made shelters in the mountains for your refuge, and He has provided you garments to protect you from the heat, and garments to protect you in your battles. Thus He perfects His blessings upon you, so that you may submit.

[Nahl 16:82] But if they turn away, then your only duty is clear conveyance.

[Nahl 16:83] They recognize the favors of Allah, and yet they deny them. Most of them are ungrateful.

Section 12

[Nahl 16:84] And on the Day when We will raise a witness from every nation, those who disbelieved will not be allowed to make excuses, nor will they be given a chance to make amends.

[Nahl 16:85] And when the wrongdoers see the punishment, they will not be reprieved, nor will they be given any respite.

[Nahl 16:86] And when the polytheists see their partners, they will say, “Our Lord, these are our partners whom we used to invoke besides You.” But they will throw back at them the saying, “You are indeed liars!”

[Nahl 16:87] And on that Day they will offer submission to Allah, and all their fabrications will forsake them.

[Nahl 16:88] Those who disbelieved and obstructed others from the path of Allah, We will increase their punishment upon their punishment as recompense for their corruption.

[Nahl 16:89] And on the Day when We will raise up a witness from every community, those who disbelieved will not be allowed to make excuses, nor will they be given a chance to make amends. And We have sent down to you, [O Muhammad], the Book as clarification for all things and as guidance and mercy and good tidings for the Muslims.

Section 13

[Nahl 16:90] Surely, Allah enjoins justice, kindness, and giving to relatives. And He forbids indecency, wickedness, and rebellion. He instructs you so that you may take heed.

[Nahl 16:91] Fulfill the covenant of Allah when you make a covenant, and do not break oaths after their confirmation while you have made Allah a guarantor over you. Allah knows what you do.

[Nahl 16:92] And do not be like the woman who unraveled her yarn after it was strong [by] taking your oaths as [a] means of deceit between you because [one] community is more plentiful [in number or wealth] than [another] community. Allah only tries you by it. And He will make clear to you on the Day of Resurrection that over which you used to differ.

[Nahl 16:93] Had Allah willed, He could have made you one community, but He leads astray whom He wills and guides whom He wills. And you will surely be questioned about what you used to do.

[Nahl 16:94] And do not use your oaths to deceive one another, so that a foot may not slip after being firm, and you taste the evil consequences for hindering from the way of Allah, and a severe punishment awaits you.

[Nahl 16:95] And do not exchange the covenant of Allah for a small price. What is with Allah is better for you if you only knew.

[Nahl 16:96] What you have will pass away, and what is with Allah will remain. And We will surely reward those who are patient according to the best of what they used to do.

[Nahl 16:97] Whoever does righteous deeds, whether male or female, while being a believer, We will surely grant them a good life, and We will certainly reward them according to the best of what they used to do.

[Nahl 16:98] And when you recite the Qur’an, seek refuge in Allah from Satan, the expelled [from His mercy].

[Nahl 16:99] He has no authority over those who believe and rely upon their Lord.

[Nahl 16:100] His authority is only over those who take him as an ally and those who through him associate others with Allah.

Section 14

[Nahl 16:101] And when We substitute a verse in place of another verse, and Allah knows best what He reveals, they say, “You, [O Muhammad], are but an inventor [of lies].” But most of them do not know.

[Nahl 16:102] Say, [O Muhammad], “The Holy Spirit [Gabriel] has brought the Qur’an down from your Lord in truth to make firm those who believe and as guidance and good tidings to the Muslims.”

[Nahl 16:103] We are aware that they say, “This Qur’an is being taught by a man from another community.” The one they refer to speaks a foreign language, while this Qur’an is in clear and eloquent Arabic.

[Nahl 16:104] Those who deny Allah’s signs will not be guided by Him, and for them is a painful punishment.

[Nahl 16:105] Only those who reject Allah’s signs fabricate lies. They are the true liars.

[Nahl 16:106] Whoever disbelieves in Allah after having believed, except for one who is compelled while his heart is at rest in faith, but whoever willingly opens his breast to disbelief, upon them is the wrath of Allah, and for them is a severe punishment.

[Nahl 16:107] This is because they preferred the worldly life over the Hereafter and because Allah does not guide the disbelieving people.

[Nahl 16:108] They are the ones whose hearts, ears, and eyes Allah has sealed, and they are the heedless.

[Nahl 16:109] In the Hereafter, they will indeed be the losers.

[Nahl 16:110] But indeed, your Lord is ever Forgiving and Merciful to those who emigrate after they had been wronged and then strive and persevere. Your Lord is, indeed, Forgiving and Merciful.

[Nahl 16:111] On the Day when every soul will contend for itself, and every soul will be fully compensated for its deeds, and they will not be wronged.

[Nahl 16:112] Allah presents an example of a city that was secure and at ease, with its provisions coming to it in abundance from every direction. But it denied Allah’s favors, so Allah made it taste the consequence of its deeds, enveloped it with hunger and fear for what they used to do.

[Nahl 16:113] And there had certainly come to them a Messenger from among themselves, but they denied him; so the punishment seized them while they were wrongdoers.

[Nahl 16:114] So eat of the lawful and good food which Allah has provided for you, and be grateful for the favors of your Lord if you serve Him.

[Nahl 16:115] He has only forbidden to you dead animals, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which has been dedicated to other than Allah. But whoever is forced [by necessity], neither desiring it nor transgressing its limit, then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

[Nahl 16:116] And do not say about what your tongues assert of untruth, “This is lawful and this is unlawful,” to invent falsehood about Allah. Indeed, those who invent falsehood about Allah will not succeed.

[Nahl 16:117] [They are] a brief enjoyment, and for them is a painful punishment.

[Nahl 16:118] And to the Jews We had forbidden what We related to you previously. And We did not wrong them, but they used to wrong themselves.

[Nahl 16:119] Then indeed your Lord, for those who commit sins in ignorance and then repent and mend their ways, is surely Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

Section 16

[Nahl 16:120] Certainly, Ibrahim was a leader, obedient to Allah, and he was upright in faith, never an idolater.

[Nahl 16:121] He was grateful for His favors. Allah chose him and guided him to the straight path.

[Nahl 16:122] And We gave him good in this world, and in the Hereafter, he will surely be among the righteous.

[Nahl 16:123] Then We revealed to you, [O Muhammad], to follow the religion of Ibrahim, who was free from falsehood and was not among the idolaters.

[Nahl 16:124] The Sabbath was only appointed for those who differed over it. And indeed, your Lord will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection concerning that over which they used to differ.

[Nahl 16:125] Invite to the path of your Lord with wisdom and good instruction, and debate with them in a way that is best. Indeed, your Lord is most knowing of who has strayed from His path, and He is most knowing of who is [rightly] guided.

[Nahl 16:126] And if you punish [an enemy, O believers], punish with an equivalent of that with which you were harmed. But if you are patient – it is better for those who are patient.

[Nahl 16:127] And be patient, [O Muhammad], and your patience is not but through Allah. And do not grieve over them and do not be in distress over what they conspire.

[Nahl 16:128] Indeed, Allah is with those who fear Him and those who do good.

BANI ISRAEL (THE DESCENDANTS OF ISRAEL)

[Israel 17:1] Glorified is He who transported His servant by night from the Sacred Mosque to the Distant Mosque – whose surroundings We have blessed – so that We may show him some of Our signs. Indeed, He alone is the All-Hearing, the All-Seeing. (This verse refers to the miraculous journey of Prophet Muhammad – peace and blessings be upon him – from the Sacred Mosque in Mecca to the Distant Mosque in Jerusalem, and then through the heavens and beyond, all within a portion of the night.)

[Israel 17:2] We granted Moses the Scripture and made it a guide for the Children of Israel, saying, “Do not take anyone other than Me as a trustee.”

[Israel 17:3] The descendants of those whom We carried with Noah. He was indeed a grateful servant.

[Israel 17:4] And We decreed for the Children of Israel in the Scripture: “You will surely cause corruption on the earth twice, and you will surely become excessively arrogant.”

[Israel 17:5] So when the fulfillment of the first promise came, We sent against you servants of Ours possessing great might, and they entered the innermost parts of your homes. This was a promise fulfilled.

[Israel 17:6] Then We granted you victory over them, and aided you with wealth and offspring, and made you more numerous.

[Israel 17:7] If you do good, you do so for yourselves; and if you commit evil, it is against yourselves. Then, when the time of the second promise comes, they will make your faces filled with sorrow and enter the mosque as they entered it the first time, and utterly destroy whatever they conquer.

[Israel 17:8] It is possible that your Lord may have mercy upon you, but if you revert to wrongdoing, We will also revert to punishment. And We have made Hell a prison for the disbelievers.

[Israel 17:9] Indeed, this Qur’an guides to the straightest path and gives good news to the believers who do righteous deeds that they will have a great reward.

[Israel 17:10] And for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have prepared a painful punishment.

Section 2

[Israel 17:11] People often pray for harm just as quickly as they seek goodness, and man is hasty.

[Israel 17:12] We created the night and the day as two signs. So, We made the sign of the night dark, and the sign of the day bright for you to seek the bounty of your Lord and know the computation of years and calculation. We have explained everything in detail.

[Israel 17:13] Each person’s fate is bound to his neck, and We will produce a record for him on the Day of Resurrection which he will find laid open.

[Israel 17:14] It will be said, “Read your record. Today, you are sufficient to take your own account.”

[Israel 17:15] Whoever follows the right guidance, does so for his own benefit, and whoever goes astray, goes astray to his own detriment. No soul shall bear the burden of another, and We never punish until We have sent a Messenger.

[Israel 17:16] When We decide to destroy a town, We command its affluent ones, but they transgress therein; thus the sentence becomes due, and We destroy it utterly.

[Israel 17:17] How many generations have We destroyed after Noah! And Allah is Sufficient, Aware of the sins of His servants, All-Seeing.

[Israel 17:18] Whoever desires the immediate gains of this world, We grant him in it whatever We will, to whomever We please. Then for him, We have assigned Hell; he will enter it disgraced and rejected.

[Israel 17:19] And whoever desires the Hereafter and strives for it accordingly while being a believer, then their efforts will be rewarded.

[Israel 17:20] We provide for all—these and those—from the bounties of your Lord. And the bounties of your Lord are not restricted.

[Israel 17:21] See how We have given some an advantage over others. But surely, the Hereafter has greater ranks and greater favors.

[Israel 17:22] O believer, do not associate others with Allah, lest you find yourself condemned and forsaken.

Section 3

[Israel 17:23] Your Lord has decreed that you shall not worship anyone except Him, and that you be good to your parents. If one or both of them reach old age in your presence, do not say “uff” to them, nor rebuff them, but address them respectfully.

[Israel 17:24] And lower to them the wing of humility out of mercy and say, “My Lord, have mercy on them as they brought me up when I was small.”

[Israel 17:25] Your Lord knows best what is in your hearts; if you are righteous, then He is indeed most forgiving to those who turn to Him repeatedly.

[Israel 17:26] Give relatives their due, and to the needy and the traveler. But do not squander wastefully.

[Israel 17:27] Indeed, the wasteful are brothers of the devils, and ever has Satan been to his Lord ungrateful.

[Israel 17:28] If you turn away from them, seeking the mercy of your Lord which you hope for, then speak to them gently.

[Israel 17:29] And do not be miserly by withholding your hand, nor stretch it out to its utmost limit, lest you end up blamed and regretful.

[Israel 17:30] Indeed, your Lord extends the provision for whom He wills and restricts it. Surely, He is All-Knowing, All-Seeing concerning His servants.

Section 4

[Israel 17:31] And do not kill your children for fear of poverty. We provide for them and for you. Surely, killing them is a great wrong.

[Israel 17:32] And do not even approach adultery; it is indeed a shameful and evil path.

[Israel 17:33] And do not unjustly take any life which Allah has forbidden, except by right. And if someone is killed unjustly, We have given his heir authority, but let him not exceed limits in [the matter of] taking life. He will be helped.

[Israel 17:34] And do not approach the property of the orphan except in the best manner until he reaches maturity. And fulfill [every] commitment. Indeed, the commitment is ever [that about which one will be] questioned.

[Israel 17:35] And give full measure when you measure, and weigh with an even balance. This is best and most commendable in the end.

[Israel 17:36] And do not pursue that of which you have no knowledge. Indeed, the hearing, the sight, and the heart—about all those [one] will be questioned.

[Israel 17:37] And do not walk upon the earth exultantly. You will never tear the earth [apart], and you will never reach the mountains in height.

[Israel 17:38] All of these actions are detestable to your Lord.

[Israel 17:39] This is a part of the wisdom revealed to you from your Lord. And do not associate any other deity with Allah, or you will be thrown into Hell, condemned and forsaken.

[Israel 17:40] Has your Lord taken for Himself sons and chosen for you daughters from among the angels? Surely, you utter a grave saying.

Section 5

[Israel 17:41] We have certainly explained various aspects in this Quran for people to understand, but it only increases their aversion.

[Israel 17:42] Say, “If there were other gods along with Him as they claim, they would surely have sought a way to the Owner of the Throne.”

[Israel 17:43] Exalted is He and High above what they say! Glorified and transcendent is He, far beyond their false claims.

[Israel 17:44] The seven heavens and the earth and all within them glorify Him. And there is not a thing that does not extol His praise, but you do not understand their manner of glorification. He is indeed Clement, Forgiving.

[Israel 17:45] And when you recite the Quran, We place between you and those who do not believe in the Hereafter an invisible barrier.

[Israel 17:46] And We have covered their hearts, preventing them from understanding it, and a heaviness in their ears. When you mention your Lord alone in the Quran, they turn their backs in aversion.

[Israel 17:47] We are fully aware of why they listen, as they secretly confer when the wrongdoers say, “You are only following a man affected by magic.”

[Israel 17:48] Look how they strike for you comparisons; but they have gone astray, so they cannot [find] a way.

[Israel 17:49] And they say, “When we have become bones and decayed particles, will we [truly] be resurrected?”

[Israel 17:50] Say, “Become stones or iron.”

[Israel 17:51] Or [any] creation of which you are certain.” But they will say, “Who will restore us [to life]?” Say, “He who created you the first time.” Then they will nod their heads toward you and say, “When is that?” Say, “Perhaps it will be soon.”

Section 6

[Israel 17:53] And tell My servants to speak in the best manner; indeed Satan sows discord among them. Satan is a clear enemy to mankind.

[Israel 17:54] Your Lord knows you best. If He wills, He will have mercy upon you, and if He wills, He will punish you. And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], over them as a guardian.

[Israel 17:55] And your Lord is most knowing of all who are in the heavens and the earth. And We have made some of the Prophets exceed others [in various ways], and to David We gave the book [of Psalms].

[Israel 17:56] Say, “Call upon those you have claimed as gods besides Allah.” They do not possess an atom’s weight [of ability] in the heavens or on the earth, and they do not have any partnership [in His dominion], nor does He [need] any helper from among them.

[Israel 17:57] And intercession does not benefit with Him except for one whom He permits. [And those wait] until, when terror is removed from their hearts, they will say [to one another], “What has your Lord said?” They will say, “The truth.” And He is the Most High, the Grand.

[Israel 17:58] Say, “If only you could see when the punishment comes to those who disbelieve! They will say then, ‘Is there any way to return?’

[Israel 17:59] And We refrained from sending signs to them, despite their denial of previous miracles. We gave the she-camel as a clear sign to the Thamud, but they transgressed against it. We do not send signs except to warn.

[Israel 17:60] And remember when We said to you, “Indeed, your Lord encompasses all of humanity.” And We did not show you the vision except as a test for people, and the cursed tree in the Quran. We warn them, but it only increases them in great transgression.

Section 7

[Israel 17:61] And [recall] when We said to the angels, “Prostrate before Adam”; so they prostrated, except for Iblis. He said, “Should I prostrate to one You created from clay?”

[Israel 17:62] He said, “Do You see this one whom You have honored above me? If You delay me until the Day of Resurrection, I will surely destroy his descendants, except for a few.”

[Israel 17:63] Allah said, “Go, for whoever of them follows you, indeed Hell will be the recompense of you – an ample recompense.”

[Israel 17:64] “And incite [to senseless] desire those whom you can among them with your voice and assault them with your horses and foot soldiers and become a partner in their wealth and their children and promise them.” But Satan does not promise them except delusion.

[Israel 17:65] “Indeed, over My [believing] servants you have no authority. And sufficient is your Lord as Disposer of affairs.”

[Israel 17:66] Your Lord is the one who drives the ships across the sea for you to seek of His bounty. He is indeed Merciful towards you.

[Israel 17:67] And when distress befalls you at sea, lost are [all] those you invoke except for Him. But when He delivers you to the land, you turn away [from Him]. And ever is man ungrateful.

[Israel 17:68] Then do you feel secure that [instead] He will not cause a part of the land to swallow you or send against you a storm of stones? Then you would not find for yourselves an advocate.

[Israel 17:69] Or do you feel secure that He will not send you back into the sea another time and send upon you a hurricane of wind and drown you for your disbelief? Then you would not find for yourselves against Us an avenger.

[Israel 17:70] And We have certainly honored the children of Adam and carried them on the land and sea and provided for them of the good things and preferred them over much of what We have created, with [definite] preference.

Section 8

[Israel 17:71] [Mention, O Muhammad], the Day We will call forth every people with their record [of deeds]. So whoever is given his record in his right hand – those will read their records, and injustice will not be done to them, [even] as much as a thread [inside the date seed].

[Israel 17:72] And whoever is blind in this [life] will be blind in the Hereafter and more astray in way.

[Israel 17:73] And indeed, they were about to tempt you away from that which We revealed to you in order to [make] you invent about Us something else; and then they would have taken you as a friend.

[Israel 17:74] And if We had not strengthened you, you would have almost inclined to them a little.

[Israel 17:75] Then [if you had], We would have made you taste double [punishment in] life and double [after] death. Then you would not find for yourself against Us a helper.

[Israel 17:76] Indeed, they were about to drive you out of the land to evict you therefrom. And then [when they do], they will not remain [there] after you, except for a little.

[Israel 17:77] [This is] the established way of those We had sent before you among Our messengers, and you will not find in Our way any alteration.

Section 9

[Israel 17:78] Maintain the obligatory prayers at the decline of the sun until the darkness of the night and the Qur’an at the dawn. Indeed, the recitation of the Qur’an at the dawn is ever witnessed.

[Israel 17:79] And from [part of] the night, pray with it as additional [worship] for you; it is expected that your Lord will resurrect you to a praised station.

[Israel 17:80] And say, “My Lord, cause me to enter a sound entrance and to exit a sound exit and grant me from Yourself a supporting authority.”

[Israel 17:81] And say, “Truth has come, and falsehood has departed. Indeed is falsehood, [by nature], ever bound to depart.”

[Israel 17:82] And We send down of the Qur’an such verses that are [a source of] healing and mercy for the believers, but it does not increase the wrongdoers except in loss.

[Israel 17:83] And when We bestow favor upon man, he turns away and distances himself; but when evil touches him, then he is full of extensive supplication.

[Israel 17:84] Say, “Each works according to his manner, but your Lord is most knowing of who is best guided in way.”

Section 10

[Israel 17:85] And they ask you, [O Muhammad], about the soul. Say, “The soul is of the affair of my Lord. And mankind have not been given of knowledge except a little.”

[Israel 17:86] And if We willed, We could surely do away with that which We revealed to you. Then you would not find for yourself concerning it an advocate against Us.

[Israel 17:87] Except for the mercy of your Lord; indeed His favor upon you, O Muhammad, is great.

[Israel 17:88] Say, “If mankind and the jinn gathered in order to produce the like of this Qur’an, they could not produce the like of it, even if they were to each other assistants.”

[Israel 17:89] And We have certainly diversified in this Qur’an for the people from every kind of example, but most of the people refused [anything] except disbelief.

[Israel 17:90] And they say, “We will not believe you until you break open for us from the ground a spring.

[Israel 17:91] Or [until] you have a garden of palm trees and grapes and make rivers gush forth within them in force [and abundance].

[Israel 17:92] Or you make the heaven fall upon us in fragments as you have claimed or you bring Allah and the angels before [us]

[Israel 17:93] Or you have a house of gold or you ascend into the sky. And [even then], we will not believe in your ascension until you bring down to us a book we may read.” Say, “Exalted is my Lord! Was I ever but a human messenger?”

Section 11

[Israel 17:94] And nothing has prevented people from believing when guidance came to them and from asking forgiveness of their Lord except that there [must] befall them the [accustomed] precedent of the former peoples or that the punishment should come [directly] before them.

[Israel 17:95] And We send not the messengers except as bringers of good tidings and warners. And those who disbelieve dispute by [using] falsehood to [attempt to] invalidate thereby the truth and have taken My verses, and that of which they are warned, in ridicule.

[Israel 17:96] And who is more unjust than one who is reminded of the verses of his Lord but turns away from them and forgets what his hands have put forth? Indeed, We have placed over their hearts coverings, lest they understand it, and in their ears deafness. And if you invite them to guidance – they will never be guided, then – ever.

[Chapter 17, Verse 97] Only those whom Allah guides are truly on the right path. Those who are led astray by Him will find no one else to help them. On the Day of Resurrection, they will be raised blind, deaf, and mute, facing the torment of Hellfire. Whenever the flames begin to fade, they will be intensified again.

[Chapter 17, Verse 98] This will be their recompense because they rejected our signs and questioned whether they would be resurrected after becoming mere bones and dust.

[Chapter 17, Verse 99] Have they not realized that Allah, who created the heavens and the earth, is fully capable of creating beings similar to them? He has appointed a fixed term, and the unjust refuse to believe except in ingratitude.

[Chapter 17, Verse 100] Say, “Even if you possessed the treasures of my Lord’s mercy, you would still withhold them out of fear of running out, for mankind is inclined to be miserly.”

[Section 12, Verse 101] We granted Moses nine clear signs. Ask the Children of Israel about his encounter with them. Pharaoh accused Moses of being under a magical spell.

[Section 12, Verse 102] Moses responded, “You well know that these signs are revealed by the Lord of the heavens and the earth, enlightening hearts. I am convinced that you, Pharaoh, are headed for destruction.”

[Section 12, Verse 103] Pharaoh attempted to drive Moses and his followers from the land. As a consequence, We caused him and his followers to drown.

[Section 12, Verse 104] Afterward, We instructed the Children of Israel to settle in the land. When the promise of the Hereafter comes to fruition, We will gather you all together.

[Chapter 17, Verse 105] We revealed the Qur’an as a truthful message, meant only for the truth. We have sent you (O Muhammad) as a bearer of glad tidings and a Warner.

[Chapter 17, Verse 106] The Qur’an was revealed gradually, allowing you to recite it to people in stages over time.

[Chapter 17, Verse 107] Say, “Believe in it or not, those who possessed knowledge before its revelation fall in prostration when it is recited to them.”

[Chapter 17, Verse 108] They declare, “Our Lord is pure, and His promise will surely come true.”

[Chapter 17, Verse 109] Their hearts are moved, and they prostrate in tears. This Qur’an deepens their sense of humility.

[Chapter 17, Verse 110] Say, “Invoke Allah or invoke the Most Gracious; whatever name you use, all are His magnificent names. Offer your prayers in moderation, neither too loudly nor too softly, but in a balanced manner.”

[Chapter 17, Verse 111] And declare, “All praise is due to Allah, who has not taken a son, who has no partner in His sovereignty, and no one aids Him due to weakness. And proclaim His greatness by saying ‘Allah is Great.'”

AL KAHF – (THE CAVE)

[Chapter 18, Verse 1] All gratitude belongs to Allah, who revealed this Book to His servant and ensured that it contains no crookedness.

[Chapter 18, Verse 2] This Book is just, serving as a warning of Allah’s severe punishment and bringing good news to the believers who perform righteous deeds. Their reward will be truly wonderful.

[Chapter 18, Verse 3] They will dwell in it forever.

[Chapter 18, Verse 4] This Book also serves to caution those who claim, “Allah has taken a child.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 5] They lack knowledge of the truth, just as their ancestors did. What they utter is profoundly false; their words are nothing but lies.

[Chapter 18, Verse 6] You might even grieve yourself to death if they do not believe in this story, O Prophet Muhammad.

[Chapter 18, Verse 7] We have adorned the earth’s surface with attractions to test them and see who performs the best deeds.

[Chapter 18, Verse 8] Eventually, everything on the earth will become a barren plain.

[Chapter 18, Verse 9] Do you know about the exceptional signs of the People of the Cave and those near the Woods?

[Chapter 18, Verse 10] When those young men sought refuge in the Cave, they prayed, “Our Lord, grant us Your mercy, and guide us in our situation.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 11] We caused them to sleep in the Cave for a number of years.

[Chapter 18, Verse 12] Then We awakened them to see how well they could recount the duration of their stay.

[Section 2, Verse 13] We will recount their story to you accurately. They were young men who believed in their Lord, and We increased them in guidance.

[Section 2, Verse 14] When they stood up and proclaimed, “Our Lord is the Lord of the heavens and the earth. We will not worship any deity besides Him. If we did, it would indeed be an excessive wrongdoing.”

[Section 2, Verse 15] “These people of ours have set up gods beside Allah. Why do they not produce clear evidence for them? And who is more unjust than one who fabricates lies against Allah?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 16] “And when you distance yourself from them and all that they worship besides Allah, seek refuge in the Cave. Your Lord will shower His mercy upon you and make things easier for you.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 17] O Prophet, you will observe the sun, as it rises, inclining away to the right of their cave, and as it sets, shifting away to their left, while they remain in the spacious area of the cave. This is one of the signs of Allah. Whoever Allah guides is truly guided, and those whom He lets go astray will never find a guiding friend.

[Section 3, Verse 18] You might assume they are awake, yet they are asleep. We cause them to turn to the right and the left, while their dog is at the entrance of the cave, stretching its paws. If you were to come upon them suddenly, you would recoil in fear and turn away from them.

[Section 3, Verse 19] We rouse them from their slumber, and they inquire about one another. A speaker among them asks, “How long have you been here?” Some say, “We have stayed a day, or part of a day.” Others say, “Your Lord knows best how long you have stayed. Send one of you with this coin to the town, let him find the purest food and bring some for you. And let him be cautious, not revealing your whereabouts to anyone.”

[Section 3, Verse 20] “If they find out about you, they will surely harm you or force you to return to their beliefs, and if they do, you will never succeed.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 21] This is how We made their story known, so that people may understand that Allah’s promise is true and that there is no doubt about the Day of Judgment. As the people disputed about them, some suggested, “Build a structure over their cave.” But Allah knows them best. Those who prevailed in this matter said, “We will surely build a place of worship over them.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 22] People will speculate, “There are three of them, and the fourth is their dog.” Others will say, “Five of them, and the sixth is their dog.” They’re just guessing without real knowledge. Some will say, “Seven, and the eighth is their dog.” Say, “My Lord knows best their number. Only a few know their true count. So do not argue about them except with clear evidence, and do not consult the People of the Book about them.”

[Section 4, Verse 23] Never say about anything, “I will do this tomorrow,” without adding, “If Allah wills.” And if you forget, remember your Lord and say, “Perhaps my Lord will guide me to something even closer to righteousness than this.”

[Section 4, Verse 24] They stayed in their cave for three hundred years and then some more.

[Section 4, Verse 25] Say, “Allah knows best how long they stayed. To Him belongs the unseen of the heavens and the earth. How perfectly He sees and hears! They have no protector besides Him, and He does not share His command with anyone.”

[Section 4, Verse 26] Recite the Book that has been revealed to you from your Lord. No one can alter His words, and you will find no refuge besides Him.

[Chapter 18, Verse 28] Keep yourself in the company of those who call upon their Lord morning and evening, seeking His pleasure. Do not let your eyes wander from them, desiring the fleeting allure of this worldly life. And do not follow someone whose heart We have made heedless of Our remembrance—someone who follows his own desires and exceeds the limits.

[Chapter 18, Verse 29] Proclaim, “The truth is from your Lord.” So whoever wishes, let them believe, and whoever wishes, let them disbelieve. We have indeed prepared for the disbelievers a fire whose walls will close in on them. If they cry out for relief, they will be given water like molten metal, burning their faces. What an awful drink, and what a terrible resting place!

[Chapter 18, Verse 30] As for those who believe and do good deeds, We do not waste the reward of those who do well.

[Chapter 18, Verse 31] They will have eternal Gardens of Eden, with rivers flowing beneath them. There, they will wear bracelets of gold and garments of silk, adorned with gold embroidery, and they will recline on thrones. What an excellent reward and a beautiful resting place is Paradise!

[Section 5, Verse 32] Narrate to them the story of two men: We gave one of them two gardens of grapevines and surrounded them with date-palms, and placed crops in between.

[Section 5, Verse 33] Both gardens yielded plentifully without any shortage, and We caused a river to flow between them.

[Section 5, Verse 34] The owner of the gardens boasted to his companion while debating with him, “I am greater in wealth and more influential than you.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 35] He entered his garden and unjustly proclaimed, “I do not think this will ever disappear.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 36] “I don’t believe the Day of Judgment will come. And even if I am returned to my Lord, I will find something even better than this garden.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 37] His companion, while debating with him, replied, “Do you disbelieve in the One who created you from dust, then from a tiny drop, and then perfected you as a complete human being?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 38] “I simply believe that Allah is my Lord, and I do not associate anyone as His partner.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 39] “Why didn’t you, upon entering your garden, say, ‘This is as Allah wills; there is no strength except through Allah’s support’? If you perceive me as having less wealth and children than you,”

[Chapter 18, Verse 40] “It’s possible that my Lord will grant me a better garden than yours, and send a storm from the sky that transforms your garden into a barren wasteland.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 41] “Or the water might sink deep into the earth, leaving you unable to access it.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 42] His fruits were utterly ruined. He stood there wringing his hands over all that he had spent on it. The garden lay in ruins, and he lamented, “I wish I hadn’t associated any partner with my Lord!”

[Chapter 18, Verse 43] He had no group to help him against Allah, nor could he protect himself.

[Chapter 18, Verse 44] It is clear that all authority belongs only to Allah, the True. He grants the best rewards, and believing in Him leads to the best outcome.

[Section 6, Verse 45] Illustrate for them the example of worldly life, akin to water We send down from the sky, causing the earth’s vegetation to flourish, only to later become dry and scattered by the wind. Allah holds control over all things.

[Chapter 18, Verse 46] Wealth and children are the ornaments of this worldly life, but good deeds that endure are better in the sight of your Lord and offer greater hope.

[Chapter 18, Verse 47] A day will come when We will move the mountains and you will see the earth laid bare, and We will gather all of them together, leaving none behind.

[Chapter 18, Verse 48] Everyone will be presented before your Lord in rows, just as We created you the first time. You believed that there would be no appointed time for you.

[Chapter 18, Verse 49] The Book will be set forth, and you will see the guilty apprehensive about its contents, saying, “Woe to us! What kind of book is this that leaves out nothing, small or large, without accounting for it?” They find everything they did confronting them, and your Lord does not wrong anyone.

[Section 7, Verse 50] Remember when We commanded the angels, “Prostrate before Adam,” and they all prostrated, except Iblis; he was of the jinn and rebelled against his Lord’s command. “Why would you choose him and his descendants as your allies instead of Me, even though they are your enemies?” What a terrible exchange the wrongdoers make!

[Section 7, Verse 51] I did not make them witnesses to the creation of the heavens and the earth, nor to their own creation. I will not take those who lead astray as supporters, for it does not befit My Majesty.

[Section 7, Verse 52] The Day He will say, “Call upon those partners of Mine whom you claimed,” they will invoke them, but they will not respond, and We will place a barrier between them.

[Section 7, Verse 53] When the wrongdoers see the Fire, they will be convinced they are about to fall into it, with no way to escape.

[Chapter 18, Verse 54] We have indeed given various examples for humanity in this Qur’an, yet man remains the most contentious of creatures.

[Chapter 18, Verse 55] What holds people back from embracing faith when guidance comes to them and seeking forgiveness from their Lord? It’s the influence of past traditions and the fear of various punishments.

[Chapter 18, Verse 56] We send Noble Messengers as bearers of glad tidings and warnings. But the disbelievers resort to falsehood to refute the Truth, treating My signs and warnings with mockery.

[Chapter 18, Verse 57] Who could be more unjust than someone who, when reminded of the signs of their Lord, turns away, ignoring their own deeds? We’ve placed veils on their hearts, preventing them from understanding the Qur’an, and deafness in their ears. Even if you call them to guidance, they will never find the right path.

[Chapter 18, Verse 58] Your Lord is Forgiving and Merciful. If He were to seize them for their deeds, He would bring forth the punishment swiftly. But there is an appointed time for them, from which they will find no escape.

[Chapter 18, Verse 59] As for those towns, We destroyed them when they transgressed, and We had set a predetermined time for their destruction.

[Section 9]

[Chapter 18, Verse 60] Recall when Moses said to his assistant, “I will not stop until I reach the point where the two seas meet, or I continue for years.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 61] When they reached the junction of the two seas, they forgot about the fish they had brought with them, and it miraculously made its way into the sea, leaving a trail.

[Chapter 18, Verse 62] As they continued beyond that point, Moses said to his companion, “Bring us our meal, for surely we are quite tired from this journey.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 63] His companion replied, “Do you remember when we took shelter by the rock? I forgot about the fish, and none but Satan made me forget to mention it. The fish found its way into the sea in a wondrous manner.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 64] Moses exclaimed, “This is what we were seeking!” So they turned back, retracing their steps.

[Chapter 18, Verse 65] Along their way, they encountered one of Our chosen servants—a servant to whom We had granted mercy from Us and revealed knowledge from Our own. (This servant was Khidr.)

[Chapter 18, Verse 66] Moses said to him, “May I follow you, that you may teach me some of the guidance you have been taught?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 67] He replied, “Surely, you won’t be able to remain patient with me.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 68] “And how can you bear with something that you have yet to comprehend?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 69] Moses assured, “God willing, you will find me patient, and I will not disobey your guidance.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 70] He said, “If you follow me, then do not question me about anything until I myself mention it to you.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 71] So they both journeyed onwards. Then, when they boarded a ship, the chosen servant damaged it. Moses said, “Did you damage it to drown its passengers? You have indeed done something terrible.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 72] The servant replied, “Did I not tell you that you can never bear with me patiently?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 73] Moses requested, “Do not hold me accountable for what I forgot, and do not impose hardship upon me in my task.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 74] They journeyed on until they met a young boy, and the chosen servant killed him. Moses said, “Have you killed an innocent soul who has taken no life? Certainly, you have done a dreadful thing.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 75] He said, “Did I not tell you that you wouldn’t be able to bear with me patiently?”

[Chapter 18, Verse 76] Moses said, “If I ask you about anything else, then don’t keep me as your companion. Our journey together has reached its conclusion.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 77] So they set forth once again. They reached a village and asked its inhabitants for some food, but were denied hospitality. In that village, they found a wall that was about to collapse. The chosen servant fixed the wall. Moses said, “You could have certainly asked for some compensation for this!”

[Chapter 18, Verse 78] The servant replied, “This is where we part ways. I will now explain to you the wisdom behind the things you found hard to tolerate.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 79] “As for the boat, it belonged to needy fishermen who worked at sea. I damaged it because there was a king behind them who seized every serviceable boat.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 80] “And concerning the boy, his parents were believers. We feared he would burden them with disobedience and disbelief.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 81] “So we wished that their Lord might grant them a child who would be more obedient, purer, and closer to His mercy.”

[Chapter 18, Verse 82] “And as for the wall, it belonged to two orphan boys in the city, beneath which lay their treasure. Their father was a righteous man. Your Lord intended that they reach maturity and then dig out their treasure, as a mercy from your Lord. I did not do this on my own accord; this is the explanation of the matters you found difficult to bear.” (Note: In all three explanations given by Khidr, he acted with divine knowledge.)

[Chapter 18, Verse 83] And they ask you about Zul-Qarnain. Say, “I will narrate to you his story.”

[Chapter 18, Verses 84-97]

[Verse 84] We granted him authority and provided him with the necessary resources on Earth.

[Verse 85] He had a clear purpose in mind.

[Verse 86] He journeyed westward until he came upon the place where the sun appeared to set, finding it near a pool of murky water. He encountered a people there, and We said, “O Zul-Qarnain, you may either punish them or show them kindness.”

[Verse 87] He responded, “For those who transgress, we will indeed punish them, and they will be returned to their Lord, Who will inflict upon them a severe punishment.”

[Verse 88] “And as for those who believe and do good deeds, they shall have the best reward, and we shall make their tasks easy.”

[Verse 89] He then pursued another purpose.

[Verse 90] He traveled eastward until he reached the place where the sun rises, finding a people with no shelter against its rays.

[Verse 91] Such was the extent of his knowledge and power.

[Verse 92] He continued his journey.

[Verse 93] Between two mountains, he came across a people who could barely understand his speech.

[Verse 94] They said, “O Zul-Qarnain, Gog and Magog are causing disorder in the land. Can we pay you to build a barrier between us and them?”

[Verse 95] He replied, “What my Lord has granted me is better. Help me with resources, and I will build a strong barrier between you and them.”

[Verse 96] He asked for sheets of iron, and when he had constructed a barrier extending between the two mountains, he instructed, “Blow.” And with that, he made it as solid as fire, and then he said, “Bring me molten copper to pour over it.”

[Verse 97] Thus, Gog and Magog could neither climb over nor breach the barrier.

[Chapter 18, Verses 98-110]

[Verse 98] He explained, “This is a mercy from my Lord. But when the promise of my Lord comes to pass, He will make it crumble. The promise of my Lord is always true.”

[Verse 99] On that day, We will release them in groups, surging like waves one after another. And the Trumpet will be blown, gathering them all together. (Note: Gog and Magog will emerge during the time of Jesus’s return and bring destruction to the land.)

[Verse 100] And We will present Hell to the disbelievers.

[Verse 101] Those who were blinded to My remembrance and were unwilling to hear the truth.

[Verse 102] Do the disbelievers think that they can make My servants their allies instead of Me? Indeed, We have prepared Hell as an abode for the disbelievers.

[Verse 103] Say, “Shall we inform you of those whose efforts have been in vain?”

[Verse 104] “They are the ones whose efforts are wasted in the pursuit of worldly life, while they think that they are doing good deeds.”

[Verse 105] They are the ones who disbelieved in the signs of their Lord and the meeting with Him. Their deeds will come to nothing, and We will not assign any weight to them on the Day of Resurrection.

[Verse 106] This is their recompense—Hell—because they disbelieved and made a mockery of My signs and My messengers.

[Verse 107] But for those who believed and did righteous deeds, their reward is the Gardens of Paradise.

[Verse 108] They will abide therein forever, never desiring to leave.

[Verse 109] Say, “If the sea were ink for writing the words of my Lord, the sea would be exhausted before the words of my Lord would be exhausted, even if We brought the like of it as a supplement.”

[Verse 110] Say, “I am but a human being like you; it is revealed to me that your God is One God. So whoever hopes to meet his Lord, let him do good deeds and not associate anyone in the worship of his Lord.” (Note: The Prophet acknowledges his human nature but emphasizes the importance of monotheism and good deeds.)

MARYAM – (MARY)

[Maryam 19:1] Kaf-Ha-Ya-A’in-Sad. (These are letters of the Arabic alphabet, and only Allah and those to whom He reveals understand their precise meanings.)

[Maryam 19:2] This is a mention of the mercy of your Lord upon His servant Zakaria.

[Maryam 19:3] When he prayed to his Lord in secret.

[Maryam 19:4] He said, “My Lord, my bones have become feeble, and my head is all white with age, and never, my Lord, have I been disappointed in my supplication to You.”

[Maryam 19:5] “And indeed, I fear my kinsfolk after me, and my wife is barren. So grant me from Yourself an heir.”

[Maryam 19:6] “To inherit from me and inherit from the family of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing to You.”

[Maryam 19:7] “O Zakaria, We give you good news of a son whose name is John. We have not assigned such a name to anyone before him.”

[Maryam 19:8] He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son when my wife is barren and I have reached old age?”

[Maryam 19:9] He said, “So shall it be; your Lord says, ‘It is easy for Me, for I created you before, while you were nothing.'”

[Maryam 19:10] He said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” He said, “Your sign is that you shall not speak to people for three nights, though sound in body.”

[Maryam 19:11] So he came out to his people from the sanctuary, and gestured to them to exalt [Allah] morning and evening.

[Maryam 19:12] “O Yahya, hold fast to the Scripture,” and We granted him wisdom while still a child.

[Maryam 19:13] And We showered him with kindness from Our own presence, and purity, and he was devout.

[Maryam 19:14] And was dutiful to his parents, not domineering or rebellious.

[Maryam 19:15] And peace be upon him the day he was born, and the day he dies, and the day he will be raised alive.

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[Maryam 19:16] And mention Mary in the Book, when she withdrew from her family to an eastern place.

[Maryam 19:17] And she took a veil from them. So We sent to her Our Spirit, who appeared before her as a well-proportioned man.

[Maryam 19:18] She exclaimed, “I seek refuge from you in the Most Merciful, should you be conscious [of Him].”

[Maryam 19:19] He said, “I am only the messenger of your Lord, to give you the gift of a pure son.”

[Maryam 19:20] She said, “How can I have a son, when no man has touched me, and I was never unchaste?”

[Maryam 19:21] He said, “Thus it will be. Your Lord says, ‘It is easy for Me.’ And so that We may make him a sign for people and a mercy from Us. It is a matter already decided.”

[Maryam 19:22] So she conceived him and withdrew with him to a distant place.

[Maryam 19:23] And the pains of childbirth drove her to the trunk of a palm tree. She said, “Oh, I wish I had died before this and was in oblivion, forgotten.”

[Maryam 19:24] But a voice cried out to her from beneath, “Do not grieve! Your Lord has provided a stream at your feet.”

[Maryam 19:25] “And shake the trunk of this palm tree towards you; it will drop fresh, ripe dates upon you.”

[Maryam 19:26] “So eat and drink and be content. And if you see any human, say, ‘I have vowed to the Most Merciful a fast, so I will not speak to any human today.'”

[Maryam 19:27] Then she brought him to her people, carrying him. They said, “O Mary, you have certainly done a thing unprecedented.”

[Maryam 19:28] “O sister of Aaron, your father was not a man of evil, nor was your mother unchaste.”

[Maryam 19:29] So she pointed to him. They said, “How can we speak to one who is in the cradle, a child?”

[Maryam 19:30] [Jesus] said, “Indeed, I am the servant of Allah. He has given me the Scripture and made me a prophet.”

[Maryam 19:31] “And He has made me blessed wherever I am and has enjoined upon me prayer and zakah as long as I remain alive.”

[Maryam 19:32] “And [made me] dutiful to my mother, and He has not made me a wretched tyrant.”

[Maryam 19:33] “And peace is on me the day I was born and the day I will die and the day I am raised alive.”

[Maryam 19:34] That is Jesus, the son of Mary – the word of truth about which they are in dispute.

[Maryam 19:35] It is not [befitting] for Allah to take a son; exalted is He! When He decrees an affair, He only says to it, “Be,” and it is.

[Maryam 19:36] And indeed, Allah is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path.”

[Maryam 19:37] But the factions differed [concerning Jesus] from among them, so woe to those who disbelieved – from the scene of a tremendous Day.

[Maryam 19:38] How [clearly] they will hear and see the Day they come to Us, but the wrongdoers today are in clear error.

[Maryam 19:39] And warn them of the Day of Regret when the matter will have been concluded; yet they are heedless and do not believe.

[Maryam 19:40] Indeed, We will inherit the earth and whoever is on it, and to Us they will be returned.

[Maryam 19:41] And recall Ibrahim in the Book; he was truly a man of truth, a prophet.

[Maryam 19:42] When he said to his father, “O my father, why do you worship that which neither hears nor sees, and will not avail you at all?”

[Maryam 19:43] “O my father, indeed there has come to me of knowledge that which has not come to you, so follow me; I will guide you to an even path.”

[Maryam 19:44] “O my father, do not worship Satan. Indeed Satan has ever been, to the Most Merciful, disobedient.”

[Maryam 19:45] “O my father, indeed I fear that there will touch you a punishment from the Most Merciful so you would be to Satan a companion [in Hellfire].”

[Maryam 19:46] [His father] said, “Have you no desire for my gods, O Abraham? If you do not desist, I will surely stone you, so avoid me a prolonged time.”

[Maryam 19:47] [Abraham] said, “Peace will be upon you. I will ask forgiveness for you of my Lord. Indeed, He is ever gracious to me.”

[Maryam 19:48] “And I will leave you and those you invoke other than Allah and will invoke my Lord. I expect that I will not be in invocation to my Lord unhappy.”

[Maryam 19:49] So when he had left them and those they worshipped other than Allah, We gave him Isaac and Jacob, and each [of them] We made a prophet.

[Maryam 19:50] And We gave them of Our mercy, and We made for them a reputation of high honor.

Section 4

[Maryam 19:51] And remember Moses in the Book. He was indeed chosen, and he was a messenger, a prophet.

[Maryam 19:52] We called to him from the right side of Mount Sinai and brought him near in privacy.

[Maryam 19:53] And by Our mercy, We granted him his brother Aaron, a prophet, as a gift.

[Maryam 19:54] And recall Ishmael in the Book; he was truly a keeper of his promise, and he was a prophet, a messenger.

[Maryam 19:55] He used to enjoin upon his people prayer and charity and was pleasing to his Lord.

[Maryam 19:56] And recall Enoch in the Book; he was truly a man of truth and a prophet.

[Maryam 19:57] And We raised him to a high position.

[Maryam 19:58] These were the ones whom Allah blessed among the prophets, from the descendants of Adam, and from those We carried with Noah, and from the descendants of Abraham and Israel, and from those We guided and chose. When the verses of the Most Merciful were recited to them, they fell in prostration and weeping.

[Maryam 19:59] But after them came generations who neglected prayer and pursued their desires, so they will face the penalty of Hell, except those who repent, believe, and do righteous deeds. For them will be an entry into Paradise, and they will not be wronged in the least.

[Maryam 19:60] Everlasting Gardens of Eden, which the Most Merciful has promised to His servants in the unseen. Indeed, His promise will come true.

[Maryam 19:61] They will not hear any indecent speech in it, only words of peace. And for them is sustenance therein, morning and evening.

[Maryam 19:62] It is the Paradise We will inherit for those of Our servants who were righteous.

[Maryam 19:63] And [the angel] said, “And we [angels] do not descend except by the command of your Lord. To Him belongs what is before us and what is behind us and what is in between. And your Lord is never forgetful.”

[Maryam 19:65] He is the Lord of the heavens and the earth and all that lies between them. So worship Him and be steadfast in His worship. Do you know of any other with His name?

Section 5

[Maryam 19:66] And man asks, “When I am dead, will I truly be brought forth alive?”

[Maryam 19:67] Does man not remember that We created him before when he was nothing?

[Maryam 19:68] So, by your Lord, We will certainly gather them and the devils, then We will parade them around Hell on their knees.

[Maryam 19:69] Then We will pick out from every group the ones who were most defiant against the Most Merciful.

[Maryam 19:70] And surely, We are best aware of those most deserving to burn in Hell.

[Maryam 19:71] And there is none among you except that he will pass over Hell. This is with your Lord an inevitable decree.

[Maryam 19:72] Then We will save the righteous and leave the wrongdoers therein, on their knees.

[Maryam 19:73] And when Our clear revelations are recited to them, the disbelievers say to those who believe, “Which of the two groups has a better status and more excellent company?”

[Maryam 19:74] And how many generations have We destroyed before them, who were far more formidable in prowess and grandeur!

[Maryam 19:75] Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will extend for him a length of time until, when they see what they were promised – either the punishment or the Hour – they will come to know whose situation is worse and whose forces are weaker.”

[Maryam 19:76] And Allah increases those who have been guided in guidance, and the enduring good deeds have the best reward with your Lord and the best outcome.

[Maryam 19:77] Have you seen the one who denies Our signs and claims, “I will surely be given wealth and children”?

[Maryam 19:78] Has he looked into the Unseen, or has he taken a promise from the Most Merciful?

[Maryam 19:79] No! We will record what he says and prolong for him the punishment.

[Maryam 19:80] And We will inherit from him what he mentioned, and he will come to Us alone.

[Maryam 19:81] And they have taken gods besides Allah to give them strength.

[Maryam 19:82] No! They will deny their worship of them and will become against them adversaries.

Section 6

[Maryam 19:83] Have you not considered that We have sent devils upon the disbelievers, inciting them to [further] sin?

[Maryam 19:84] So do not be impatient for them. We only count out to them a [limited] number.

[Maryam 19:85] On the Day We will gather the righteous to the Most Merciful as guests,

[Maryam 19:86] And drive the criminals to Hell as a thirsty flock.

[Maryam 19:87] They will not possess intercession, except those who have taken a covenant with the Most Merciful.

[Maryam 19:88] And they say, “The Most Merciful has taken [for Himself] a son.”

[Maryam 19:89] You have done an atrocious thing.

[Maryam 19:90] The heavens almost rupture therefrom and the earth splits open and the mountains collapse in devastation

[Maryam 19:91] That they attribute to the Most Merciful a son.

[Maryam 19:92] But it is not appropriate for the Most Merciful that He should take a son.

[Maryam 19:93] There is no one in the heavens and earth but that he comes to the Most Merciful as a servant.

[Maryam 19:94] He has enumerated them and counted them a [full] counting.

[Maryam 19:95] And all of them are coming to Him on the Day of Resurrection alone.

[Maryam 19:96] Those who believed and performed righteous deeds, the Most Merciful will place love among them.

[Maryam 19:97] We have certainly made the Qur’an easy to understand and remember. So is there anyone who will take heed?

[Maryam 19:98] How many a generation We have destroyed before them! Do you perceive any of them or hear even a whisper of them?

TA-HA

[Ta-Ha 20:1] Ta-Ha. (These are the individual letters in the Arabic alphabet. Allah and those to whom He reveals know their precise meanings.)

[Ta-Ha 20:2] We have not revealed this Qur’an to you (O Prophet Muhammad) to cause you distress,

[Ta-Ha 20:3] But only as a reminder for those who have fear (of God).

[Ta-Ha 20:4] Sent down by the One Who created the earth and the lofty heavens,

[Ta-Ha 20:5] The Most Gracious, Who established Himself upon the Throne.

[Ta-Ha 20:6] To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens, whatever is on the earth, whatever is between them, and whatever lies under the soil.

[Ta-Ha 20:7] And if you speak loudly, then surely He knows the secret and that which is even more concealed.

[Ta-Ha 20:8] Allah – there is no deity except Him. His are the best names.

[Ta-Ha 20:9] And has the story of Moses reached you?

[Ta-Ha 20:10] When he saw a fire and said to his family, “Wait! I have perceived a fire. Perhaps I can bring you a torch or find at the fire some guidance.”

[Ta-Ha 20:11] And when he came to it, he was called, “O Moses!

[Ta-Ha 20:12] Indeed, I am your Lord, so remove your sandals. Indeed, you are in the sacred valley of Tuwa.”

[Ta-Ha 20:13] “And I have chosen you, so listen carefully to what is revealed to you.”

[Ta-Ha 20:14] “Indeed, I am Allah. There is no deity except Me, so worship Me and establish prayer for My remembrance.”

[Ta-Ha 20:15] “The Day of Judgment is surely coming, though I have kept its exact timing hidden. I do so that every soul may be rewarded for its efforts.”

[Ta-Ha 20:16] “So do not let those who do not believe in it and follow their own desires distract you from it, or you will be ruined.”

[Ta-Ha 20:17] “And what is that in your right hand, O Moses?”

[Ta-Ha 20:18] He said, “It is my staff; I lean on it, and I beat down leaves for my sheep with it, and there are other uses for me in it.”

[Ta-Ha 20:19] [Allah] said, “Throw it down, O Moses.”

[Ta-Ha 20:20] So Moses threw it down, and suddenly it turned into a swiftly moving serpent.

[Ta-Ha 20:21] He said, “Take it up and do not fear; We will restore it to its former state.”

[Ta-Ha 20:22] “And put your hand inside your cloak; it will come out white, without any disease – another sign.”

[Ta-Ha 20:23] “In order that We may show you Our greater signs.”

[Ta-Ha 20:24] “Go to Pharaoh; he has indeed transgressed.”

[Ta-Ha 20:25] Moses said, “My Lord, expand for me my chest.”

Section 2

[Ta-Ha 20:26] “And ease my task for me.”

[Ta-Ha 20:27] “And untie the knot from my tongue.”

[Ta-Ha 20:28] “So that they may understand my speech.”

[Ta-Ha 20:29] “And appoint for me a minister from my family.”

[Ta-Ha 20:30] “That is my brother Aaron.”

[Ta-Ha 20:31] “Strengthen my resolve through him.”

[Ta-Ha 20:32] “And make him share in my mission.”

[Ta-Ha 20:33] “So that we may abundantly glorify You.”

[Ta-Ha 20:34] “And remember You extensively.”

[Ta-Ha 20:35] “Indeed, You are always watching over us.”

[Ta-Ha 20:36] He said, “O Moses, you have been granted your request.”

[Ta-Ha 20:37] “And We bestowed Our favor upon you one more time.”

[Ta-Ha 20:38] “When We inspired your mother with the idea that was inspired.”

[Ta-Ha 20:39] “Saying, ‘Put him into a chest and cast it into the river; the river will then cast him onto the bank, where an enemy of Mine and yours will take him.’ I showered you with love from Me and had you nurtured under My watchful eye.”

[Ta-Ha 20:40] “When your sister walked by, saying, ‘Shall I direct you to someone who will nurse him?’ Thus We returned you to your mother, so her heart would be put at ease and she would not grieve. Then you killed a person, but We saved you from distress and tested you with various trials. You stayed for years among the people of Midian, and now you have come here at the appointed time, O Moses.”

[Ta-Ha 20:41] “I have chosen you especially for Myself.”

[Ta-Ha 20:42] “Go, you and your brother, with My signs and do not slacken in remembering Me.”

[Ta-Ha 20:43] “Go both of you to Pharaoh; indeed, he has transgressed all bounds.”

[Ta-Ha 20:44] “Speak to him gently; perhaps he may reflect or fear.”

[Ta-Ha 20:45] They said, “Our Lord, we fear he may take action against us or exceed all bounds.”

[Ta-Ha 20:46] He replied, “Do not be afraid, for I am with you, hearing and seeing.”

[Ta-Ha 20:47] “Go to him and say, ‘We are messengers from your Lord, so let the Children of Israel go with us and do not oppress them. We have come to you with a miraculous sign from your Lord. And peace will be upon those who follow the guidance.'”

[Ta-Ha 20:48] “It has been revealed to us that punishment awaits whoever denies and turns away.'”

[Ta-Ha 20:49] Pharaoh asked, “So, who is the Lord of you both, O Moses?”

[Ta-Ha 20:50] Moses replied, “Our Lord is the One who gave everything its proper form, then guided it.”

[Ta-Ha 20:51] Pharaoh asked, “What about the past generations?”

[Ta-Ha 20:52] Moses replied, “Their knowledge is with my Lord, recorded in a Book. My Lord neither strays nor forgets.”

[Ta-Ha 20:53] “He is the One who made the earth a cradle for you, and traced roads in it for you, and sent down water from the sky. With it, We caused diverse pairs of vegetation to grow.”

[Ta-Ha 20:54] “Eat and pasture your cattle; surely, in this, there are signs for those endowed with reason.”

Section 3

[Ta-Ha 20:55] “From the earth We created you, and into it We shall return you, and from it We shall bring you forth once again.”

[Ta-Ha 20:56] “And certainly, We showed him all Our signs, but he denied them and refused.”

[Ta-Ha 20:57] Pharaoh said, “Have you come to us to drive us out of our land with your magic, O Moses?”

[Ta-Ha 20:58] “We will indeed bring you similar magic, so set a meeting between us and you, which neither we nor you will fail to keep, at a neutral place.”

[Ta-Ha 20:59] Moses replied, “Your meeting will be on the day of the festival, and let the people gather when the sun is high.”

[Ta-Ha 20:60] So Pharaoh went away, gathered his resources, and came on the appointed day.

[Ta-Ha 20:61] Moses said to them, “Woe to you! Do not fabricate lies about Allah, lest He destroy you with a punishment. Indeed, whoever fabricates lies has failed.”

[Ta-Ha 20:62] So they disputed among themselves about their plan and had a secret conversation.

[Ta-Ha 20:63] They said, “Indeed, these two are surely expert magicians who want to expel you from your land with their magic and to abolish your best practices!”

[Ta-Ha 20:64] “So devise your plan, and then assemble in rows. Whoever prevails today will indeed prosper.”

[Ta-Ha 20:65] They said, “O Moses, will you throw first, or shall we throw first?”

[Ta-Ha 20:66] He replied, “You go ahead and throw”; at once, their ropes and staffs, through their magic, appeared to him as if they were moving rapidly.

[Ta-Ha 20:67] Moses felt a sense of apprehension within himself.

[Ta-Ha 20:68] We said, “Fear not, indeed, it is you who will have the upper hand.”

[Ta-Ha 20:69] “Now cast down what is in your right hand – it will swallow up what they have conjured. What they have crafted is only the trick of a magician, and a magician will never succeed no matter where he goes.”

[Ta-Ha 20:70] So the magicians fell down in prostration, saying, “We have believed in the Lord of Aaron and Moses.”

[Ta-Ha 20:71] Pharaoh exclaimed, “How dare you believe in him before I give you permission? He must be your master, who has taught you magic! I will certainly cut off your alternate hands and feet, and then crucify you on palm trunks, and you will come to know whose punishment is more severe and more lasting.”

[Ta-Ha 20:72] They said, “We will never prefer you over the clear proofs that have come to us, and over the One who created us. So issue whatever judgment you want to pass, for you can only pass judgment in this worldly life.”

[Ta-Ha 20:73] “Surely, we have believed in our Lord so that He may forgive us our sins and the magic that you forced us to perform. Allah is Best and Everlasting.”

[Ta-Ha 20:74] “Indeed, whoever comes to his Lord guilty will surely have Hell, where he neither dies nor lives.”

[Ta-Ha 20:75] “But whoever comes to Him as a believer, having done good deeds, for such are the highest ranks.”

[Ta-Ha 20:76] Gardens of Eden beneath which rivers flow, where they will abide forever. This is the reward for those who purify themselves.”

Section 4

[Ta-Ha 20:77] And We inspired Moses, saying, “Embark with My servants during the night, and strike a dry path in the sea for them, fearing neither pursuit nor danger.”

[Ta-Ha 20:78] Then Pharaoh pursued them with his army, and the sea engulfed them as it rightly should.

[Ta-Ha 20:79] Pharaoh had certainly led his people astray and did not guide them.

[Ta-Ha 20:80] O Children of Israel! Indeed, We delivered you from your enemy and made a covenant with you on the right side of Mount Sinai, and We sent down to you manna and quails.

[Ta-Ha 20:81] “Eat of the good things We have provided for you and do not exceed the bounds in doing so, or My anger will fall upon you. And whoever My anger falls upon will certainly perish.”

[Ta-Ha 20:82] “And indeed, I am Most Forgiving to those who repent and believe and do righteous deeds, and then remain guided.”

[Ta-Ha 20:83] “And what caused you to hasten from your people, O Moses?”

[Ta-Ha 20:84] He replied, “They are close behind me, and I hastened to You, O my Lord, that You be pleased.”

[Ta-Ha 20:85] Allah said, “But We have tested your people after you departed, and the Samiri has led them astray.”

[Ta-Ha 20:86] So Moses returned to his people, angry and grieved. He said, “O my people, did not your Lord make you a good promise? Did the time seem too long to you, or did you want the wrath of your Lord to descend upon you, that you broke your promise to me?”

[Ta-Ha 20:87] They said, “We did not break our promise to you of our own accord. But we were burdened with the ornaments of the people, so we threw them, and thus did the Samiri throw.”

Section 5

[Ta-Ha 20:88] He then fashioned for them a calf, a mere body which emitted a lowing sound. So they said, “This is your god and the god of Moses, but he forgot.”

[Ta-Ha 20:89] Could they not see that it neither responds to them nor possesses any power to harm or benefit them?

[Ta-Ha 20:90] And certainly Aaron had told them before, “O my people, you are only being put to trial by this. Indeed, your Lord is the Most Merciful, so follow me and obey my order.”

[Ta-Ha 20:91] They said, “We will not cease devotion to it until Moses returns to us.”

[Ta-Ha 20:92] Moses asked Aaron, “What prevented you, when you saw them going astray?”

[Ta-Ha 20:93] He replied, “O son of my mother, do not seize me by my beard or head. I was afraid that you would say, ‘You caused division among the Children of Israel and did not observe my word.'”

[Ta-Ha 20:94] Moses said, “What then is your explanation, O Samiri?”

[Ta-Ha 20:95] He answered, “I saw what they did not see, so I took a handful from the hoof-print of the messenger and threw it. Thus, my soul prompted me.”

[Ta-Ha 20:96] Moses said, “Then go. And indeed, your punishment in this life will be that you will say, ‘Do not touch me.’ And you have an appointment you will not fail to keep. Look at your god to which you remained devoted. We will surely burn it and then scatter its ashes in the sea.”

[Ta-Ha 20:97] Your only God is Allah, the One except Whom there is no deity. His knowledge encompasses all things.”

[Ta-Ha 20:99] Thus, We recount to you (O Prophet) some of the stories of the past, and We have bestowed upon you a Reminder (the Holy Qur’an) from Ourself.

[Ta-Ha 20:100] Whoever turns away from it will bear a heavy burden on the Day of Resurrection.

[Ta-Ha 20:101] They will remain in it forever, a terrible burden for them on the Day of Resurrection.

[Ta-Ha 20:102] On the Day when the Trumpet will be blown, We will gather the sinful ones, their eyes humbled.

[Ta-Ha 20:103] They will be whispering among themselves, “You stayed on earth but for ten days.”

[Ta-Ha 20:104] We know very well what they will say, and the wisest among them will say, “You stayed for just a day.”

Section 6

[Ta-Ha 20:105] They ask you about the mountains; say, “My Lord will scatter them as dust.”

[Ta-Ha 20:106] “And leave the earth a level plain.”

[Ta-Ha 20:107] “You will not see therein any crookedness or curvature.”

[Ta-Ha 20:108] On that Day, they will follow the Caller with no deviation; their voices will be hushed before the Most Merciful, and you will not hear except a faint murmur.

[Ta-Ha 20:109] On that Day, no intercession will benefit anyone except for whom the Most Merciful has granted permission, and whose word He approves.

[Ta-Ha 20:110] He knows what is before them and what is behind them, while they cannot encompass it in knowledge.

[Ta-Ha 20:111] And all faces will bow before the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of existence. And whoever bears the burden of wrongdoing while being a believer, will indeed have failed.

[Ta-Ha 20:112] But whoever does righteous deeds, while being a believer, will have no fear of injustice or deprivation.

[Ta-Ha 20:113] And thus We have sent it down as an Arabic Qur’an and have diversified therein the warnings so that they may become conscious or it may cause them remembrance.

[Ta-Ha 20:114] So exalted is Allah, the True Sovereign. And do not hasten with the Qur’an before its revelation to you has been completed, and pray, “My Lord, increase me in knowledge.”

[Ta-Ha 20:115] And certainly We had made a covenant with Adam before, but he forgot, and We did not find in him any determination.

Section 7

[Ta-Ha 20:116] And when We said to the angels, “Prostrate to Adam,” they all prostrated, except Iblis; he refused.

[Ta-Ha 20:117] So We said, “O Adam, indeed this is an enemy to you and to your wife. So let him not remove you from Paradise so you would suffer.”

[Ta-Ha 20:118] “Indeed, it is [promised] for you not to be hungry therein or be unclothed.”

[Ta-Ha 20:119] “And you will not be thirsty therein or be exposed to the sun’s heat.”

[Ta-Ha 20:120] But Satan whispered to him, saying, “O Adam, shall I direct you to the tree of eternity and possession that will not deteriorate?”

[Ta-Ha 20:121] And they both ate from it, and their private parts became apparent to them, and they began to fasten together over themselves from the leaves of Paradise. And Adam disobeyed his Lord and erred.

[Ta-Ha 20:122] Then his Lord chose him and turned to him in forgiveness and guided him.

[Ta-Ha 20:123] Allah said, “Descend from Paradise – all, [your descendants] being enemies to one another. And if there should come to you guidance from Me – then whoever follows My guidance will neither go astray [in the world] nor suffer [in the Hereafter].”

[Ta-Ha 20:124] And whoever turns away from My remembrance – indeed, he will have a depressed life, and We will gather him on the Day of Resurrection blind.”

[Ta-Ha 20:125] He will say, “My Lord, why have You raised me blind while I was [once] seeing?”

[Ta-Ha 20:126] He will say, “Thus did Our signs come to you, but you disregarded them; and similarly, today you are disregarded.”

[Ta-Ha 20:127] And thus do We recompense him who transgresses and does not believe in the signs of his Lord. And the punishment of the Hereafter is more severe and more enduring.

[Ta-Ha 20:128] So have they not considered that We made the night for rest and the day for visibility? Surely, there are signs in this for people who believe.

Section 8

[Ta-Ha 20:129] If not for a decree from your Lord for a specified term, it would have been concluded between them. And those who were given the Scripture before him have surely had warning.

[Ta-Ha 20:130] So be patient over what they say and exalt [Allah] with praise of your Lord before the rising of the sun and before its setting; and during periods of the night [exalt Him] and at the ends of the day, that you may be satisfied.

[Ta-Ha 20:131] And do not extend your eyes toward that by which We have given enjoyment to [various] groups of them (polytheists). [It is but] the splendor of worldly life by which We test them. And the provision of your Lord is better and more enduring.

[Ta-Ha 20:132] And enjoin prayer upon your family and be steadfast in its observance. We ask you not for provision; We provide for you, and the [best] outcome is for [those of] righteousness.

[Ta-Ha 20:133] And they say, “Why does he not bring us a sign from his Lord?” Has there not come to them evidence of what was in the former scriptures?

[Ta-Ha 20:134] And if We had destroyed them with a punishment before him, they would have said, “Our Lord, why did You not send to us a messenger so we could have followed Your verses before we were humiliated and disgraced?”

[Ta-Ha 20:135] Say, “Each [of us] is waiting; so wait. For you will know who are the companions of the sound path and who is guided.”

AL AMBIYA (THE PROPHETS)

[Ambiya 21:1] The Day of Judgment is drawing near for the people, yet they remain heedless and turned away.

[Ambiya 21:2] Whenever a fresh revelation comes to them from their Lord, they listen to it while they are occupied in amusement.

[Ambiya 21:3] Their hearts are preoccupied with frivolous activities, and the wrongdoers secretly converse, saying, “Is this Prophet anything but a human like you? Will you follow magic with open eyes?”

[Ambiya 21:4] The Prophet said, “My Lord knows all that is spoken in the heavens and the earth, and He alone is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.”

[Ambiya 21:5] They say, “These are jumbled dreams, but he is a fabricator. Rather, he is a poet. Let him bring us a sign, like the messengers of old.”

[Ambiya 21:6] Not a town that We destroyed before them believed. Will they then believe?

[Ambiya 21:7] We did not send messengers before you except as men to whom We revealed. So ask the people of knowledge if you do not know.

[Ambiya 21:8] We did not create them without bodies that could eat food, nor were they to live forever.

[Ambiya 21:9] Then We fulfilled Our promise to them, so We saved them and those whom We willed, and destroyed the unjust.

[Ambiya 21:10] We have indeed sent down to you a Book that contains your honor. Will you not then understand?

Verse 11:
In the past, we destroyed many towns because the people there were being unfair. But then, we made new nations.

Verse 12:
When they felt the punishment we sent, they quickly tried to run away from it.

Verse 13:
Angels told them, “Don’t run away. Go back to your homes and the things you’re used to. Maybe you’ll have to answer for what you did.”

Verse 14:
They cried out, “Oh no, we were so wrong!”

Verse 15:
They kept saying this until we completely ended them.

Verse 16:
We didn’t create the heavens, the earth, and everything in between for no reason.

Verse 17:
If we wanted to have fun, we could have done it ourselves.

Verse 18:
But the truth knocks out falsehood and makes it disappear. The lies you make up will lead to your downfall.

Verse 19:
Everything in the heavens and the earth belongs to Him. Those with Him don’t act proud and never get tired. They praise Him day and night without stopping.

Verse 20:
They keep saying how pure He is, day and night, and they never get tired of it.

Verse 21:
Did they choose gods from the earth who can create something?

Verse 22:
If there were other gods besides Allah in the heavens and the earth, everything would be destroyed. Allah is pure and above the lies they make up.

Verse 23:
Allah doesn’t need to explain what He does, but they will have to explain themselves.

Verse 24:
Did they make other gods alongside Allah? Tell them to show their proof. This message is from those before me and from me. But many of them don’t really know the truth, so they ignore it.

Verse 25:
Every Messenger we sent before you, we revealed to them that there is only one God, Allah. So, worship only Me.

Verse 26:
Some people said that the Most Gracious has a son. No, this is not true. They are honorable servants.

Verse 27:
They don’t speak unless Allah commands them, and they only do what He tells them.

Verse 28:
Allah knows everything about them, past and future. They can only intercede for those He approves of, and they have a deep respect for Him. (Prophet Mohammed will be the first to intercede.)

Verse 29:
Anyone who claims to be a god besides Allah will be punished with hell. This is how we punish the unjust.

Section 3:

Verse 30:
Haven’t the unbelievers noticed that the heavens and the earth used to be one piece, and then we separated them? We made all living things from water. Why don’t they believe?

Verse 31:
We placed mountains like anchors in the earth so it doesn’t shake too much. We made paths in it so they can find their way.

Verse 32:
We made the sky like a strong roof, but they ignore its signs.

Verse 33:
Allah created the night and day, the sun and moon. Each one follows a path.

Verse 34:
No human before you was given eternal life on earth. Will they become immortal after you’re gone?

Verse 35:
Every living thing will experience death. We test you with both hardship and blessings – it’s a trial. And in the end, everyone will return to Us.

Verse 36:
When the disbelievers see you, they mock and say, “Is he the one who speaks badly about your gods?” They reject the message of the Most Gracious.

Verse 37:
Humans are impatient by nature. I will show you my signs soon, so don’t be hasty.

Verse 38:
They ask, “When will this promise come true if you’re telling the truth?”

Verse 39:
If only the disbelievers knew that a time will come when they can’t protect themselves from the fire, whether in front of them or behind them. They won’t receive any help.

Verse 40:
The fire will suddenly engulf them, shocking and unstoppable, and they won’t be able to escape or delay it.

Verse 41:
Before you, even the Noble Messengers were mocked. But those who mocked them faced the consequences themselves.

Section 4:

Verse 42:
Ask them, “Who guards you day and night from the Most Gracious?” They’ve turned away from remembering their Lord.

Verse 43:
Do they have gods who can protect them from us? They can’t save themselves or their friends from our power.

Verse 44:
We’ve given these disbelievers and their ancestors a good life, but can’t they see that we’re making the land shrink? Can they still think they’ll win?

Verse 45:
Say, “I warn you only with the guidance I receive through divine revelation, but those who are deaf to the message cannot hear the warning.”

Verse 46:
If a small part of your Lord’s punishment touched them, they would immediately cry out, “We were indeed unjust!”

Verse 47:
On the Day of Resurrection, we will set up the scales of justice, and no soul will be treated unfairly, even if its deeds are as small as a mustard seed. We are sufficient as keepers of accounts.

Verse 48:
We gave Moses and Aaron the ability to make judgments, a guiding light, and advice for those who fear their Lord even though they cannot see Him.

Verse 49:
These teachings are for those who fear their Lord without seeing Him and who are mindful of the Last Day.

Verse 50:
This is a blessed reminder that we have sent down. Will you deny it?

Section 5:

Verse 51:
We guided Abraham from a young age, and We were always aware of him.

Verse 52:
He asked his father and his people, “What are these idols that you bow down to?”

Verse 53:
They replied, “We found our forefathers worshiping them.”

Verse 54:
Abraham said, “You and your forefathers have been in clear error.”

Verse 55:
They asked, “Have you brought us the truth, or are you just joking?”

Verse 56:
He replied, “Indeed, your Lord is the Lord of the heavens and the earth, the One who created them. And I am one of those who bear witness to it.”

Verse 57:
“By Allah, I will certainly scheme against your idols as soon as you have turned your backs and left.”

Verse 58:
He smashed all the idols, except the biggest one, so that people might question it.

Verse 59:
They exclaimed, “Who has done this to our gods? Surely, he must be wicked!”

Verse 60:
Some of them said, “We heard a young man named Abraham speak against them.”

Verse 61:
They said, “Bring him in front of the people. Maybe they can testify.”

Verse 62:
They asked him, “Did you do this to our gods, O Abraham?”

Verse 63:
He replied, “No, it was their leader who did it. Ask them, if they can speak.”

Verse 64:
They turned to themselves and said, “Indeed, you are the ones who are unjust.”

Verse 65:
Then they went back to their old ways and said, “You know well that these idols can’t speak.”

Verse 66:
Abraham asked, “Do you worship something that can’t help or harm you instead of Allah?”

Verse 67:
“Shame on you and all the idols you worship instead of Allah! Don’t you have any sense?”

Verse 68:
They said, “Burn him and support your gods, if you are going to do anything.”

Verse 69:
We said, “O fire, be cool and peaceful for Abraham.”

Verse 70:
Despite their wish to harm him, we made them the ones who lost the most.

Verse 71:
We saved Abraham and Lot and took them to a blessed land, a land blessed for the whole world.

Verse 72:
We blessed him with Isaac and then Jacob, and we made all of them close to Us.

Verse 73:
We appointed them as leaders who guided according to our command. We sent them divine revelations to do good deeds, establish prayers, give charity, and worship Us.

Verse 74:
We granted Lot wisdom and kingship, and we saved him from the town that was committing terrible deeds. The people of that town were truly wicked and disobedient.

Verse 75:
We showered our mercy upon him, as he was one of those who deserved to be close to Us.

Section 6:

Verse 76:
In the past, when Noah called upon Us, we answered his prayer and saved him and his family from a great disaster.

Verse 77:
We supported him against the people who denied our signs, and we drowned all of those wicked people.

Verse 78:
Remember when David and Solomon were arbitrating a dispute about a field. Some people’s sheep had strayed into it at night, and We were there when they were making the decision.

Verse 79:
We clarified the matter to Solomon, and We granted both of them kingship and knowledge. We also made the mountains and the birds praise the greatness of God along with David. These were some of our miraculous deeds.

Verse 80:
We taught Solomon to craft armor for you, to shield you from harm. So, will you be thankful?

Verse 81:
We made the strong wind obedient to Solomon. It blew by his command to the land where We had placed blessings. And We know everything.

Verse 82:
Among the devils, some dived into the water for him and did other tasks. We kept them under control.

Verse 83:
Remember Job, who called upon his Lord, saying, “Difficulty has befallen me, and You are the Most Merciful of all those who show mercy.”

Verse 84:
We heard his prayer, removed his adversity, and gave him back his family. We also increased his family by the same number as before, out of our mercy. It was a lesson for those who worship.

Verse 85:
And recall Ishmael, Enoch, and Ezekiel; they all patiently endured.

Verse 86:
We admitted them into our mercy. Surely, they were among those who deserved to be near Us.

Verse 87:
Also, think about Jonah (Yunus) when he angrily left his people and assumed that we would not restrict him. In the depths of darkness, he cried out, “There is no god except You, Purity be to You; I have indeed made a mistake.”

Verse 88:
We heard his prayer and saved him from distress. Similarly, we save the believers.

Verse 89:
Remember Zechariah, who prayed, “My Lord, do not leave me alone, and You are the Best Inheritor.”

Verse 90:
We heard his prayer, granted him John (Yahya), and healed his wife. They were eager to do good deeds, prayed to Us with hope and fear, and wept in our presence.

Verse 91:
Remember the woman who protected her chastity. We breathed Our spirit into her, and she and her son became a sign for the whole world.

Verse 92:
Indeed, your religion is one, and I am your Lord, so worship Me.

Verse 93:
Others have divided themselves into different groups, but everyone will return to Us.

Section 7:

Verse 94:
Whoever does good deeds and believes, their efforts will not be wasted; we are keeping a record of it.

Verse 95:
Once a town has been destroyed, they will not be allowed to return. (After death, returning to life on earth is impossible.)

Verse 96:
Until the time when Gog and Magog are released, and they will descend from every height.

Verse 97:
The true promise is drawing near. At that time, the eyes of the disbelievers will be fixed, and they will say, “We neglected this, and we were indeed unjust.”

Verse 98:
“All of you, along with what you worship besides Allah, are the fuel for hell. That’s where you will end up.”

Verse 99:
“If those were truly gods, they wouldn’t end up in hell. But that’s where they will stay.”

Verse 100:
In hell, they will make a horrible noise and won’t be able to hear anything.

Verse 101:
Indeed, those whom We promised goodness are kept far away from hell.

Verse 102:
They won’t hear the slightest sound of hell, and they will remain in what their hearts desire.

Verse 103:
They won’t be distressed by the greatest terror, and the angels will welcome them, saying, “This is the day you were promised.”

Verse 104:
On the day when We will roll up the heavens like a scroll is rolled up. We will recreate it just as We created it the first time. This is a promise binding upon Us; indeed, We are capable of fulfilling it.

Verse 105:
And indeed, We have written in the Psalms after the reminder that “My righteous servants shall inherit the earth.”

Verse 106:
This Quran is sufficient for those who are devout.

Verse 107:
We have sent you, O Prophet, as a mercy to the entire world.

Verse 108:
Say, “It has been revealed to me that your God is the only One – Allah. Will you then submit?”

Verse 109:
If they turn away, say, “I have proclaimed a fair challenge to you. I don’t know if what you’re promised is near or far.”

Verse 110:
Allah knows all that is said and all that is hidden.

Verse 111:
And I don’t know if this is a trial for you or a temporary enjoyment.

Verse 112:
The Prophet said, “My Lord, judge with the truth. Our Lord, the Most Merciful, is the one whose help is sought against the fabrications you invent.”

AL HAJJ (THE PILGRIMAGE)

Verse 1:
O people, fear your Lord. The earthquake of the Last Day will be a tremendous event.

Verse 2:
On that day, you will witness it. Nursing mothers will forget their babies, and pregnant women will miscarry. You, O Prophet, will see people appearing drunk, even though they won’t be intoxicated. The truth is that Allah’s punishment is severe.

Verse 3:
Among the people, there are those who argue about Allah without knowledge and blindly follow every rebellious devil.

Verse 4:
That devil is destined to mislead and lead to the path of hell whoever befriends him.

Verse 5:
O people, if you doubt the resurrection on the Day of Judgment, consider how We created you from dust, then from a tiny drop, then from a clot, and then from a piece of flesh formed and unformed. We do this to show you our signs. We keep some of you in the wombs of your mothers for an appointed time, then bring you out as infants, then let you grow until adulthood. Some die earlier, and others live to a weak old age, forgetting what they once knew. You see the earth barren, then when we send down water, it becomes fresh and fruitful, producing various types of beautiful vegetation.

Verse 6:
This is because Allah is the Ultimate Truth. He will bring back the dead to life, and He is capable of all things.

Verse 7:
The Last Day will surely come; there’s no doubt about it. Allah will resurrect those who are in the graves.

Verse 8:
But some people argue about Allah without knowledge, evidence, or clear scripture.

Verse 9:
They turn away from the truth arrogantly, trying to lead others away from Allah’s path. For them is disgrace in this world, and on the Day of Resurrection, they will taste the punishment of fire.

Verse 10:
“This is the result of what your hands have sent forth, and Allah does not wrong His servants.”

Section 2:

Verse 11:
Some people worship Allah while teetering on the edge. When good happens to them, they are content. But when a trial befalls them, they turn away in despair. They incur loss in this world and the Hereafter. This is the ultimate loss.

Verse 12:
They worship things other than Allah that neither harm nor benefit them. This is indeed a grave error.

Verse 13:
They worship beings from whom they expect more harm than benefit. What a terrible master and what a dreadful companion!

Verse 14:
Indeed, Allah will admit those who believe and do good deeds into gardens beneath which rivers flow. Allah does whatever He wills.

Verse 15:
So whoever thinks that Allah will not help His Prophet (Muhammad – peace and blessings be upon him) in this world and the Hereafter, let them extend a rope to the sky and hang themselves. Then they will see if their plot can take away what they envy.

Verse 16:
This Quran with clear verses has been sent down, and Allah guides whomever He wills.

Verse 17:
Certainly, Allah will judge between all of them on the Day of Resurrection: Muslims, Jews, Sabians, Christians, fire worshippers, and polytheists. Allah is a witness over everything.

Verse 18:
Did you not see that everything in the heavens and the earth, the sun, the moon, the stars, the mountains, the trees, the animals, and many among humanity prostrate to Allah? And there are many who deserve punishment. But whoever Allah humiliates, no one can honor them. Indeed, Allah does as He wills.

Verse 19:
These two groups were disputing about their Lord. As for those who disbelieve, garments of fire will be tailored for them, and scalding water will be poured over their heads,

Verse 20:
Melting what’s in their bellies and their skins.

Verse 21:
And they will be given rods of iron.

Verse 22:
Whenever, in their anguish, they try to escape from Hell, they will be returned to it, and they will be told, “Taste the punishment of the Fire!”

Section 3:

Verse 23:
Certainly, Allah will admit those who believed and did good deeds into Gardens beneath which rivers flow. There, they will wear bracelets of gold and pearls, and their garments will be of silk.

Verse 24:
They were guided to pure and sacred speech and shown the path of the Most Worthy of Praise.

Verse 25:
Indeed, those who disbelieve and hinder people from Allah’s way and from the Sacred Mosque, which We have made open to everyone, whether they reside there or come from afar, those who seek wrongdoing therein will face a painful punishment.

Section 4:

Verse 26:
Remember when We showed Ibrahim the rightful location of the Sacred House, instructing him, “Associate no partners with Me, and keep My House pure for those who circumambulate it, stand for prayer in it, and bow and prostrate.”

Verse 27:
“Proclaim the pilgrimage to all people; they will come to you on foot and on lean camels, arriving from distant lands.”

Verse 28:
So they may witness benefits for themselves and mention Allah’s name during the known days over the livestock He provided them. Then eat from them and feed the needy and the destitute.

Verse 29:
After performing their rituals, let them remove their impurities and fulfill their pledges, and go around the Ancient House.

Verse 30:
This is how it is. Whoever venerates the sanctities of Allah, it is good for him in the eyes of his Lord. Lawful for you are the livestock, except those whose prohibition has been conveyed to you. So shun the abomination of idols and avoid false speech.

Verse 31:
Devote yourself solely to Allah, not associating partners with Him. Whoever associates partners with Allah is like one who falls from the sky and is seized by birds or carried away by the wind to a distant place.

Verse 32:
Such is the case. Whoever reveres the symbols of Allah, it is a sign of the piety of the heart.

Verse 33:
In the livestock, there are benefits for you for a specified period, after which they are to be brought to the Sacred House.

Section 5:

Verse 34:
For every nation, We have appointed a sacrifice so that they may mention the name of Allah over the livestock He has provided them. Your God is One God, so submit to Him alone and give glad tidings to those who are humble.

Verse 35:
Those whose hearts tremble in awe when Allah is mentioned, those who endure patiently in adversity, those who establish prayer, and those who give from what We have provided for them.

Verse 36:
The large sacrificial animals, the camels and cows, have been made among the symbols of Allah. There is goodness for you in them. Mention the name of Allah over them while they stand on three legs, then when they are slaughtered, share the meat with the patient and the needy. We have given you control over them so that you may be grateful.

Verse 37:
Neither their flesh nor their blood reaches Allah, but your devotion reaches Him. We have given them to you so that you may magnify Allah for guiding you. O Prophet, give glad tidings to the virtuous.

Verse 38:
Indeed, Allah repels the trials that afflict the believers. Allah does not like those who are ungrateful and treacherous.

Verse 39:
Permission is given to those who have been wronged because they were oppressed by the disbelievers, and indeed Allah is capable of helping them.

Verse 40:
Those who were unjustly driven out of their homes merely for saying, “Allah is our Lord.” Had it not been for Allah’s repelling some people by means of others, monasteries, churches, synagogues, and mosques—where Allah’s name is abundantly remembered—would have been destroyed. Allah will certainly help those who help His cause. Surely Allah is Mighty, Exalted in Power.

Verse 41:
These are the people who, if given authority in the land, establish prayer, give charity, enjoin what is right, and forbid what is wrong. To Allah belongs the outcome of all affairs.

Verse 42:
If they accuse you of lying, remember that the people of Noah, the tribes of ‘Aad and Thamud, and the people of Abraham and Lot also accused their Prophets of lying.

Verse 43:
The people of Madyan also rejected the truth, and Moses was also denied. So I gave respite to the disbelievers, and then I seized them. How severe was My punishment!

Verse 44:
Indeed, many towns We have destroyed because of their wrongdoing. They now lie in ruins, with their roofs collapsed, wells abandoned, and palaces in ruins.

Verse 45:
Have they not traveled through the land and reflected? Indeed, they have hearts with which to understand and ears with which to hear. Yet, it is not their eyes that are blind; rather, it is their hearts within their chests that are blind.

Verse 47:
They implore you to hasten the punishment, but Allah will not break His promise. Indeed, a day with Allah is like a thousand years according to your reckoning.

Verse 48:
To many a town did I give respite even though its people were oppressive, then I seized them. To Me is the ultimate return.

Verse 49:
Proclaim, “O mankind, I am a clear warner to you.”

Verse 50:
For those who believe and do good deeds, there is forgiveness and a generous provision.

Verse 51:
But those who strive to challenge Our signs are the inhabitants of the Fire.

Verse 52:
Each of the Messengers We sent before you also faced this: when they recited, Satan interjected falsehood into their recitation. However, Allah nullifies what Satan inserts, and then Allah confirms His revelations. Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.

Verse 53:
Thus, He makes what Satan adds a test for those in whose hearts is a disease and for those whose hearts are hardened. Indeed, the wrongdoers are entrenched in defiance.

Verse 54:
So that those endowed with knowledge may know that it is the truth from your Lord, and that they may believe in it, and their hearts may humble themselves before Him. Allah indeed guides the believers to the Straight Path.

Verse 55:
As for the disbelievers, they will always be in doubt about it until the Day suddenly comes upon them or the punishment arrives, the extent of which will not be favorable to them.

Verse 56:
On that Day, the sovereignty will belong solely to Allah. He will judge among them. So those who believed and did good deeds will be in Gardens of delight.

Verse 57:
And those who disbelieved and denied Our signs will have a humiliating punishment.

Verse 58:
As for those who leave their homes and belongings in Allah’s cause and then are killed or die, Allah will surely provide for them a noble provision. Allah’s provision is the best.

Verse 59:
He will certainly admit them to a place they will love, and Allah is All-Knowing, Most Forbearing.

Verse 60:
And so it is: whoever responds [to injustice] with the equivalent of what he has been subjected to and is then wronged – Allah will surely aid him. Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

Verse 61:
This is because Allah alternates the night and the day. In this is indeed a lesson for those who have insight.

Verse 62:
This is because Allah is the Ultimate Reality, and whatever they invoke besides Him is falsehood, and because Allah is the Most High, the Most Great.

Verse 63:
Have you not seen that Allah sends down water from the sky, and the earth becomes green in the morning? Surely, Allah is Subtle, All-Aware.

Verse 64:
To Him belongs all that is in the heavens and the earth. Indeed, Allah is the Self-Sufficient, the Most Praiseworthy.

Section 9:

Verse 65:
Have you not observed that Allah has subjected to you whatever is in the earth, and the ships sailing through the sea by His command? And He restrains the sky from falling upon the earth, unless by His permission. Indeed, Allah is Most Compassionate, Most Merciful to mankind.

Verse 66:
And He it is Who gave you life, then will cause you to die, and then will give you life again. Indeed, man is ungrateful.

Verse 67:
For every community, We have prescribed a way of worship they should follow. So never should they dispute with you about the matter. And call to your Lord. Surely, you are upon the Straight Path.

Verse 68:
And if they argue with you, say, “Allah is well aware of what you do.”

Verse 69:
Allah will judge between you on the Day of Resurrection concerning that about which you used to differ.

Verse 70:
Have you not known that Allah knows all that is in the heavens and the earth? Indeed, all of that is in a record. Indeed, that is easy for Allah.

Verse 71:
And they worship besides Allah that for which He has not sent down any authority, and that about which they have no knowledge. And there will not be for the wrongdoers any helper.

Verse 72:
And when Our clear verses are recited to them, you will recognize in the faces of those who disbelieve disapproval. They almost assault those who recite to them Our verses. Say, “Then shall I inform you of something worse than that? It is the Fire which Allah has promised those who disbelieve, and how wretched is the destination.”

Section 10:

Verse 73:
O mankind, an example is presented, so listen carefully: “Those whom you invoke besides Allah cannot create a fly, even if they gathered together for it. And if the fly should steal something from them, they could not recover it from it. Weak are the pursuer and pursued.”

Verse 74:
They have not appraised Allah with true appraisal. Indeed, Allah is Powerful and Exalted in Might.

Verse 75:
Allah chooses from the angels messengers and from the people. Indeed, Allah is Hearing and Seeing.

Verse 76:
He knows what is [presently] before them and what will be after them. And to Allah will be returned [all] matters.

Verse 77:
O you who have believed, bow and prostrate and worship your Lord and do good – that you may succeed.

Verse 78:
And strive for Allah with the striving due to Him. He has chosen you and has not placed upon you in the religion any difficulty. [It is] the religion of your father, Abraham. Allah named you “Muslims” before [in former scriptures] and in this [revelation] that the Messenger may be a witness over you and you may be witnesses over the people. So establish prayer and give zakah and hold fast to Allah. He is your protector; and excellent is the protector, and excellent is the helper.

AL MOMINUN (THE BELIEVERS)

Muminun (Believers) 23:01-17:

Verse 1:
Truly successful are the believers.

Verse 2:
Those who are humbly devoted in their prayers,

Verse 3:
And who turn away from lewdness,

Verse 4:
And who fulfill their religious obligations, including charity,

Verse 5:
And who protect their private parts,

Verse 6:
Except from their spouses or those their right hands possess, for indeed, they are not to be blamed –

Verse 7:
But whoever seeks beyond that, then those are the transgressors –

Verse 8:
And those who are faithful to their trusts and their promises,

Verse 9:
And those who are diligent in their prayers,

Verse 10:
These are the inheritors,

Verse 11:
Who will inherit Paradise. They will abide therein eternally.

Verse 12:
Certainly, We created man from an extract of clay.

Verse 13:
Then We made him a sperm-drop in a firm lodging.

Verse 14:
Then We created the sperm-drop into a clinging clot, and We created the clot into a lump [of flesh], and We created [from] the lump, bones, and We covered the bones with flesh; then We developed him into another creation. So blessed is Allah, the best of creators.

Verse 15:
Then indeed, after that you will die.

Verse 16:
Then indeed you, on the Day of Resurrection, will be resurrected.

Verse 17:
And We have created above you seven layered heavens, and We are not unaware of the creation.

Verse 18:
And We sent down water from the sky in due measure, then We lodged it in the earth; and We are indeed able to take it all away.

Verse 19:
So with it We produced for you gardens of palm trees and grapevines, in which there are abundant fruits for you and from which you eat.

Verse 20:
And We created the tree that springs forth from Mount Sinai – it produces oil and a seasoning for those who eat.

Verse 21:
And indeed, in the livestock, there is a lesson for you. We give you to drink from what is in their bellies, and for you in them are many benefits, and from them you eat.

Verse 22:
And upon them and on ships you are carried.

Verse 23:
And We certainly sent Noah to his people, and he said, “O my people, worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. Then will you not fear Him?”

Verse 24:
But the eminent among those who disbelieved from his people said, “This is not but a man like yourselves who wishes to take precedence over you; and if Allah had willed, He could have sent down angels. We have not heard of this among our forefathers.

Verse 25:
He is not but a man possessed with madness, so wait concerning him for a time.”

Verse 26:
Noah said, “My Lord, support me because they have denied me.”

Verse 27:
So We inspired to him, “Construct the ship under Our observation, and Our inspiration, and when Our command comes and the oven overflows, put into the ship from each [creature] two mates and your family, except those for whom the decree [of destruction] has proceeded. And do not address Me concerning those who have wronged; indeed, they are to be drowned.

Verse 28:
“And when you and those with you are settled in the ship, say, ‘Praise be to Allah who has saved us from the wrongdoing people.'”

Verse 29:
And say, “My Lord, let me land at a blessed landing place, and You are the best to accommodate.”

Verse 30:
Indeed, in this [story] are signs, and indeed, We were ever testing [mankind].

Verse 31:
Then We produced after them a different generation.

Verse 32:
So We sent among them a Noble Messenger from among them, [who said], “Worship Allah; you have no deity other than Him. Then will you not fear Him?”

Verse 33:
But the eminent among his people who disbelieved and denied the meeting of the Hereafter while We had given them luxury in the worldly life said, “This is not but a man like yourselves. He eats of that from which you eat and drinks of what you drink.

Verse 34:
And if you should obey a man like yourselves, indeed, you would then be losers.”

Verse 35:
“Does he promise you that when you have died and become dust and bones that you will be brought forth [once more]?

Verse 36:
How far, how far is that which you are promised.

Verse 37:
There is not but our worldly life; we die and live, but we will not be resurrected.”

Verse 38:
He is not but a man who has invented a lie about Allah, and we will not believe him.”

Verse 39:
He said, “My Lord, support me because they have denied me.”

Verse 40:
[Allah] said, “After a little, they will surely become regretful.”

Verse 41:
So the shriek seized them in truth, and We made them as [plant] stubble. Then away with the wrongdoing people.

Verse 42:
Then after them We produced [other] generations.

Verse 43:
No nation can advance its appointed time, nor can they delay it.

Verse 44:
Then We sent Our Noble Messengers one after another. Whenever a nation’s Noble Messenger came to them, they denied him. So We made them follow one another [to destruction], and We made them narrations. So away with a people who do not believe!

Verse 45:
Then We sent Moses and his brother Aaron with Our signs and a clear authority

Verse 46:
To Pharaoh and his establishment, but they were arrogant and were a haughty people.

Verse 47:
They said, “Should we believe two men like ourselves while their people are for us in servitude?”

Verse 48:
So they denied them and were of those destroyed.

Verse 49:
And We certainly gave Moses the Scripture that perhaps they would be guided.

Verse 50:
And We made the son of Mary and his mother a sign and sheltered them within a high ground having level [areas] and flowing water springs.

Verse 51:
“O messengers, eat from the good foods and work righteousness. Indeed, I, of what you do, am Knowing.”

Verse 52:
And indeed this, your religion, is one religion, and I am your Lord, so fear Me.”

Verse 53:
But the people divided their religion among them into sects – each faction, in what it has, rejoicing.

Verse 54:
So leave them in their confusion for a time.

Verse 55:
Do they think that what We extend to them of wealth and children

Verse 56:
Is [the result of] their effort? We provide to them, but they do not perceive.

Verse 57:
And they say, “When we are [dead and] lost within the earth, will we indeed be [recreated] in a new creation?”

Verse 58:
Rather, they are, in the matter of the meeting with their Lord, disbelievers.

Verse 59:
Say, “The angel of death will take you who has been entrusted with you. Then to your Lord you will be returned.”

Verse 60:
And those who give what they give while their hearts are fearful because they will be returning to their Lord –

Verse 61:
It is those who hasten to good deeds, and they outstrip [others] therein.

Verse 62:
And We charge no soul except [with that within] its capacity, and with Us is a record which speaks with truth; and they will not be wronged.

Verse 63:
But their hearts are covered with confusion over this, and they have [evil] deeds besides disbelief which they are doing,

Verse 64:
Until when We seize their affluent ones with punishment, at once they supplicate.

Verse 65:
“Do not supplicate this day. Indeed, you will not be helped by Us.

Verse 66:
My verses had already been recited to you, but you were turning back on your heels

Verse 67:
In arrogance regarding it, conversing by night, speaking evil.”

Verse 68:
Then have they not reflected over the Word, or has there come to them that which had not come to their forefathers?

Verse 69:
Or did they not recognize their Messenger, so they are toward him disacknowledging?

Verse 70:
Or do they say, “In him is madness?” Rather, he brought them the truth, but most of them, to the truth, are averse.

Verse 71:
But if the Truth had followed their inclinations, the heavens and the earth and whoever is in them would have been ruined. But We have brought them their message, so they, from their message, are turning away.

Verse 72:
Or do you ask of them a payment, so they are by debt burdened down?

Verse 73:
Or have they [knowledge of] the unseen, so they write [it] down?

Verse 74:
So be patient. Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth. And let them not disquiet you who are not certain [in faith].

Verse 75:
And if We should have mercy upon them and remove the distress which is upon them, they would persist in their insolence, wandering blindly.

Verse 76:
And We certainly seized them with the punishment, but they did not yield to their Lord, nor did they humbly supplicate, [and will continue to do so]

Verse 77:
Until when We have opened before them a door of severe punishment, at once they will be in despair therein.

Verse 78:
And it is He who has created for you hearing, vision and hearts; but little are you grateful.

Verse 79:
And it is He who has multiplied you throughout the earth, and to Him you will be gathered.

Verse 80:
And it is He who gives life and causes death, and His alternation of the night and the day. Then will you not reason?

Verse 81:
But they say the same as what the former people said.

Verse 82:
They said, “When we have died and become dust and bones, are we indeed to be resurrected?

Verse 83:
We have been promised this, we and our forefathers, before; this is not but legends of the former peoples.”

Verse 84:
Say, [O Muhammad], “To whom belongs the earth and whoever is in it, if you should know?”

Verse 85:
They will say, “To Allah.” Say, “Then will you not remember?”

Verse 86:
Say, “Who is Lord of the seven heavens and Lord of the Great Throne?”

Verse 87:
They will say, “[They belong] to Allah.” Say, “Then will you not fear Him?”

Verse 88:
Say, “In whose hand is the realm of all things – and He protects while none can protect against Him – if you should know?”

Verse 89:
They will say, “[All belongs] to Allah.” Say, “Then how are you deluded?”

Verse 90:
But We had certainly brought them the truth, and indeed they are liars.

Verse 91:
Allah has not taken to Himself a son, and there is not with Him any (other) god – in that case would each god have certainly taken away what he created, and some of them would certainly have overpowered others; glory be to Allah above what they describe!

Verse 92:
The Knower of the unseen and the witnessed, so high is He above what they associate (with Him).

Verse 93:
Say, “My Lord, if You should show me that which they are promised,

Verse 94:
My Lord, then do not place me among the wrongdoing people.”

Verse 95:
And indeed, We are Able to show you what We have promised them.

Verse 96:
Repel, by [means of] what is best, [their] evil. We are most knowing of what they describe.

Verse 97:
And say, “My Lord, I seek refuge in You from the incitements of the devils,

Verse 98:
And I seek refuge in You, my Lord, lest they be present with me.”

Verse 99:
[For such is the state of the disbelievers], until, when death comes to one of them, he says, “My Lord, send me back

Verse 100:
That I might do righteousness in that which I left behind.” No! It is only a word he is saying; and behind them is a barrier until the Day they are resurrected.

Verse 101:
So when the Horn is blown, no relationship will there be among them that Day, nor will they ask about one another.

Verse 102:
And those whose scales are heavy [with good deeds] – it is they who are the successful.

Verse 103:
But those whose scales are light – those are the ones who have lost their souls, [being] in Hell, abiding eternally.

Verse 104:
The Fire will sear their faces, and they therein will have taut smiles.

Verse 105:
“Have My verses not been recited to you, and you used to deny them?”

Verse 106:
They will say, “Our Lord, our wretchedness overcame us, and we were a people astray.

Verse 107:
Our Lord, remove us from it, and if we were to return [to evil], we would indeed be wrongdoers.”

Verse 108:
He will say, “Remain despised therein and do not speak to Me.

Verse 109:
Indeed, there was a party of My servants who said, ‘Our Lord, we have believed, so forgive us and have mercy upon us, and You are the best of the merciful.’

Verse 110:
But you took them in mockery to the point that they made you forget My remembrance, and you used to laugh at them.

Verse 111:
Indeed, I have rewarded them this Day for their patient endurance – that they are the attainers [of success].”

Verse 112:
[ Allah ] will say, “How long did you remain on earth in number of years?”

Verse 113:
They will say, “We remained a day or part of a day; ask those who enumerate.”

Verse 114:
He will say, “You stayed not but a little – if only you had known.

Verse 115:
Then did you think that We created you uselessly and that to Us you would not be returned?”

Verse 116:
So exalted is Allah, the Sovereign, the Truth; there is no deity except Him, Lord of the Noble Throne.

Verse 117:
And whoever invokes besides Allah another deity for which he has no proof – then his account is only with his Lord. Indeed, the disbelievers will not succeed.

Verse 118:
And, [O Muhammad], say, “My Lord, forgive and have mercy, and You are the best of the merciful.”

AL NOOR (THE LIGHT)

Verse 1:
“This is a chapter which We have sent down and ordained its regulations, and in it We have revealed clear signs, so that you may reflect.”

Verse 2:
“The man and the woman guilty of adultery or fornication – flog each of them with a hundred lashes; and let not compassion move you in their case in the religion of Allah, if you believe in Allah and the Last Day; and let a group of believers witness their punishment.”

Verse 3:
“The adulterer shall not marry anyone except an adulteress or a polytheist woman, and an adulteress shall not marry anyone except an adulterer or a polytheist; and this is forbidden for the believers.”

Verse 4:
“And those who accuse chaste women and do not produce four witnesses – flog them with eighty lashes and do not accept their testimony ever after; and it is they who are the wicked.”

Verse 5:
“Except for those who repent thereafter and correct themselves; so indeed Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.”

Verse 6:
“And those who accuse their wives but have no witnesses except themselves – the testimony of one of them should be four testimonies by Allah that he is of the truthful.”

Verse 7:
“And the fifth time, that the curse of Allah be upon him if he should be among the liars.”

Verse 8:
“But it shall prevent the punishment from her if she gives four testimonies by Allah that he is of the liars.”

Verse 9:
“And the fifth time, that the wrath of Allah be upon her if he should be of the truthful.”

Verse 10:
“And if it was not for Allah’s bounty and His mercy upon you, and that Allah is the One Who accepts repentance, All-Wise, He would have revealed your disgrace.”

Verse 11:
“Indeed, those who brought forth the false accusation were a group from among you. Do not consider it a bad thing for yourselves; rather, it is good for you. For each one among them is the consequence of what he has earned, and for the one who played the major role in it, there is a severe punishment.”

Verse 12:
“Why did not the believing men and believing women think well of their own people and say, ‘This is an obvious falsehood?'”

Verse 13:
“Why did they not produce four witnesses? Since they did not produce the witnesses, they are the liars in the sight of Allah.”

Verse 14:
“And were it not for Allah’s bounty and His mercy upon you in this world and the Hereafter, a great punishment would have afflicted you because of the talk you indulged in.”

Verse 15:
“When you received it with your tongues and spoke with your mouths that of which you had no knowledge, and you considered it insignificant, but in the sight of Allah, it is grave.”

Verse 16:
“And why, when you heard it, did you not say, ‘It is not for us to speak of this. Exalted are You, O Allah; this is a monstrous slander.'”

Verse 17:
“Allah admonishes you not to repeat something like this, if you are believers.”

Verse 18:
“Allah makes the verses clear to you, and Allah is All-Knowing, Wise.”

Verse 19:
“Indeed, those who like that immorality should be spread [or publicized] among the believers will have a painful punishment in this world and the Hereafter. And Allah knows, while you do not know.”

Verse 20:
“And if it had not been for Allah’s bounty and His mercy upon you, and because Allah is Accepting of Repentance, Most Merciful, you would have followed Satan, except for a few.”

Verse 21:
“O you who have believed, do not follow the footsteps of Satan. And whoever follows the footsteps of Satan – indeed, he enjoins immorality and wrongdoing. And if not for the favor of Allah upon you and His mercy, not one of you would have been pure, ever, but Allah purifies whom He wills, and Allah is Hearing and Knowing.”

Verse 22:
“And let not those of virtue among you and wealth swear not to give [aid] to their relatives and the needy and the emigrants for the cause of Allah, and let them pardon and overlook. Would you not like that Allah should forgive you? And Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.”

Verse 23:
“Indeed, those who [falsely] accuse chaste, unaware, and believing women are cursed in this world and the Hereafter; and they will have a great punishment.”

Verse 24:
“On a Day when their tongues, their hands, and their feet will bear witness against them as to what they used to do.”

Verse 25:
“That Day, Allah will pay them in full their deserved recompense, and they will know that Allah is the clear Truth.”

Verse 26:
“Evil women are for evil men, and evil men are for evil women. And good women are for good men, and good men are for good women; such are innocent of that which people say. For them is forgiveness and noble provision.”

Verse 27:
“O you who have believed, do not enter houses other than your own houses until you ascertain welcome and greet their inhabitants. That is best for you; perhaps you will be reminded.”

Verse 28:
“And if you do not find anyone therein, do not enter them until permission has been given to you. And if it is said to you, ‘Go back,’ then go back; it is purer for you. And Allah is Knowing of what you do.”

Verse 29:
“There is no blame upon you for entering houses not inhabited in which there is convenience for you. And Allah knows what you reveal and what you conceal.”

Verse 30:
“Tell the believing men to reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts. That is purer for them. Indeed, Allah is acquainted with what they do.”

Verse 31:
“And tell the believing women to reduce [some] of their vision and guard their private parts and not expose their adornment except that which [necessarily] appears thereof and to wrap [a portion of] their headcovers over their chests and not expose their adornment except to their husbands, their fathers, their husbands’ fathers, their sons, their husbands’ sons, their brothers, their brothers’ sons, their sisters’ sons, their women, that which their right hands possess, or those male attendants having no physical desire, or children who are not yet aware of the private aspects of women. And let them not stamp their feet to make known what they conceal of their adornment. And turn to Allah in repentance, all of you, O believers, that you might succeed.”

Verse 32:
“And marry the unmarried among you and the righteous among your male slaves and female slaves. If they should be poor, Allah will enrich them from His bounty, and Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.”

Verse 33:
“But let them who find not [the means for] marriage abstain [from sexual relations] until Allah enriches them from His bounty. And those who seek a contract [for eventual emancipation] from among whom your right hands possess – then make a contract with them if you know there is within them goodness and give them from the wealth of Allah which He has given you. And do not compel your slave girls to prostitution, if they desire chastity, to seek [thereby] the temporary interests of worldly life. And if someone should compel them, then indeed, Allah is [to them], after their compulsion, Forgiving and Merciful.”

Verse 34:
“And We have certainly sent down to you distinct verses and examples from those who passed on before you and an admonition for those who fear Allah.”

Verse 35:
“Allah is the Light of the heavens and the earth. The example of His light is like a niche within which is a lamp, the lamp is within glass, the glass as if it were a pearly [white] star lit from [the oil of] a blessed olive tree, neither of the east nor of the west, whose oil would almost glow even if untouched by fire. Light upon light. Allah guides to His light whom He wills. And Allah presents examples for the people, and Allah is Knowing of all things.”

Verse 36:
“[Such niches are] in mosques which Allah has ordered to be raised and that His name be mentioned therein; exalting Him within them in the morning and the evenings,”

Verse 37: “[Are] men whom neither commerce nor sale distracts from the remembrance of Allah and performance of prayer and giving of zakah. They fear a Day in which the hearts and eyes will [fearfully] turn about -”

Verse 38: “That Allah may reward them [according to] the best of what they did and increase them from His bounty. And Allah gives provision to whom He wills without account.”

Verse 39: “But those who disbelieved – their deeds are like a mirage in a lowland which a thirsty one thinks is water until, when he comes to it, he finds it is nothing but finds Allah before Him, and He will pay him in full his due; and Allah is swift in account.”

Verse 40: “Or [they are] like darknesses within an unfathomable sea which is covered by waves, upon which are waves, over which are clouds – darknesses, some of them upon others. When one puts out his hand [therein], he can hardly see it. And he to whom Allah has not granted light – for him there is no light.”

Verse 41: “Have you not seen that Allah is exalted by whomever is within the heavens and the earth and [by] the birds with wings spread [in flight]? Each [of them] has known his [means of] prayer and exalting [Him], and Allah is Knowing of what they do.”

Verse 42: “And to Allah belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth, and to Allah is the [final] destination.”

Verse 43: “Do you not see that Allah drives clouds? Then He brings them together, then He makes them into a mass, and you see the rain emerge from within it. And He sends down from the sky, mountains [of clouds] within which is hail, and He strikes with it whom He wills and averts it from whom He wills. The flash of its lightening almost takes away the eyesight.”

Verse 44:
“Allah alternates the night and the day. Indeed in that is a lesson for those who have vision.”

Verse 45:
“And Allah created every moving creature from water; of them are those that move on their bellies, and of them are those that walk on two legs, and of them are those that walk on four. Allah creates what He wills. Indeed, Allah is over all things competent.”

Verse 46:
“And We did certainly send down distinct verses. And Allah guides whom He wills to a straight path.”

Verse 47:
“They say, ‘We have believed in Allah and in the Messenger, and we obey’; then a party of them turns away after that. And those are not believers.”

Verse 48:
“And when they are called to [the words of] Allah and His Messenger to judge between them, at once a party of them turns aside [in refusal].”

Verse 49:
“But if the right [to determine] is theirs, they come to him in prompt obedience.”

Verse 50:
“Is there disease in their hearts? Or have they doubted? Or do they fear that Allah will be unjust to them, or His Messenger? Rather, it is they who are the wrongdoers.”

Verse 51:
“The only statement of the [true] believers when they are called to Allah and His Messenger to judge between them is that they say, ‘We hear and we obey.’ And those are the successful.”

Verse 52:
“And whoever obeys Allah and His Messenger and fears Allah and is conscious of Him – it is those who are the attainers.”

Verse 53:
“And they swear by Allah their strongest oaths that if you ordered them, they would go forth [in Allah’s cause]. Say, ‘Do not swear. [Such] obedience is known. Indeed, Allah is Acquainted with that which you do.'”

[Noor 24:54] Say, “Obey Allah and follow the teachings of the Noble Messenger. If you turn away, the Messenger’s duty is only to convey the message clearly. He is not responsible for your choices.”

[Noor 24:55] Allah has promised those who believe and do good deeds that they will inherit leadership on Earth, just as those before them did. Allah will establish their chosen religion for them, replacing their previous fears with security. They must worship Allah alone and not associate any partners with Him. Those who remain ungrateful will be disobedient.

[Noor 24:56] Maintain your prayers, give the required charity, and obey the Noble Messenger in hopes of receiving Allah’s mercy.

[Noor 24:57] Don’t ever think that disbelievers can escape Allah’s control on Earth; their final destination is the fire. What a miserable fate!

Section 8

[Noor 24:58] O believers, those under your care and those who haven’t reached adulthood should seek your permission on three occasions: before the morning prayer, when you change your clothes in the afternoon, and after the night prayer. These are times of privacy for you. Apart from these times, there is no blame on you or on them to move freely among each other. Allah explains His verses in this way, for He is All-Knowing and Wise.

[Noor 24:59] When young boys among you grow up and become adults, they should also seek permission just as those before them did. This is how Allah makes His teachings clear to you. Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.

[Noor 24:60] As for elderly women who have no desire for marriage and live in homes, there is no blame on them if they remove their outer coverings, as long as they don’t reveal their adornments. However, it’s even better for them to avoid this. Allah is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.

[Noor 24:61] There are no restrictions for the blind, the lame, or the sick among you if you eat in your own houses, or in the houses of your parents, siblings, aunts, uncles, or entrusted friends. You can eat together or separately, and when you enter these houses, offer greetings of peace and blessings upon the people there. This is a virtuous practice ordained by Allah, full of blessings and purity. Allah explains these teachings clearly to you so that you may comprehend.

Section 9

[Noor 24:62] True believers are those who have faith in Allah and His Noble Messenger. When they gather with the Noble Messenger for any task, they don’t leave until they’ve obtained his permission. Those who seek your permission are the ones who believe in Allah and His Noble Messenger. So, when they seek your approval for their matters, grant permission to whomever you deem appropriate among them, and pray for their forgiveness. Allah is truly Forgiving, Merciful.

[Noor 24:63] Do not consider addressing the Noble Messenger the same as addressing one another. Allah knows those among you who slip away using excuses. Those who disobey the Noble Messenger should be cautious, as they might face a calamity or a painful punishment. (Respecting and honoring the Holy Prophet – peace and blessings be upon him – is an essential part of faith. Disrespecting him is blasphemy.)

[Noor 24:64] Listen carefully! Everything in the heavens and on the earth belongs only to Allah. He knows the situation you are in. On the Day when everyone will return to Him, He will inform them of their deeds. Allah knows everything.

AL FURQAN (THE CRITERION)

[Furqan 25:1] Blessed is the One who has sent down the Furqan (the Criterion – the Holy Qur’an) to His chosen servant, who serves as a Warner to the entire world. (Prophet Mohammed – peace and blessings be upon him – is the Prophet for all of humanity.)

[Furqan 25:2] He owns the dominion of the heavens and the earth, and He has not taken a child for Himself, nor does He have any partner in His dominion. He has created everything with precision.

[Furqan 25:3] People have appointed other gods beside Him, which can’t create anything and are themselves created. They have no power to harm or benefit themselves, nor do they have control over life, death, or resurrection.

[Furqan 25:4] The disbelievers say, “This is nothing but a fabrication he has made up, and others have helped him with it.” Thus, the disbelievers are unjust and lying.

[Furqan 25:5] They also say, “These are just tales of the ancients, which he has had written down and they are recited to him morning and evening.”

[Furqan 25:6] Say, “It is revealed by the One who knows all the secrets of the heavens and the earth. He is indeed Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.”

[Furqan 25:7] They say, “What is wrong with this Messenger that he eats food and walks in the markets? Why was an angel not sent down to accompany him, to serve as a warner alongside him?”

[Furqan 25:8] “Or why didn’t he receive a treasure, or have a garden to eat from?” The wrongdoers say, “You are merely following a man bewitched.”

[Furqan 25:9] O Prophet, see how they invent false comparisons for you. So they have gone astray and can’t find a path.

Section 2

[Furqan 25:10] Blessed is the One who, if He wills, can make things much better for you – gardens with rivers flowing beneath, and create lofty palaces for you.

[Furqan 25:11] Yet they deny the Last Day, and We have prepared a blazing Fire for those who deny the Last Day.

[Furqan 25:12] When the blazing Fire sees them from a distance, they will hear its fierce roaring.

[Furqan 25:13] And when they are thrown into its tight confines, bound in chains, they will wish for death within it.

[Furqan 25:14] They will be told, “Do not ask for just one death today; ask for many deaths.”

[Furqan 25:15] Ask them, “Is the life in this Fire better, or the eternal Gardens promised to those who fear?” That is their reward and their destination.

[Furqan 25:16] In those Gardens, they will have whatever they desire, and they will abide there forever. This is a promise from your Lord, destined to be fulfilled.

[Furqan 25:17] On the day when He gathers them and all that they used to worship instead of Allah, He will ask those deities, “Did you misguide My servants, or did they themselves stray from the path?”

[Furqan 25:18] They will respond, “Glory be to You! It was not fitting for us to take any protectors other than You. But You gave them and their forefathers temporary enjoyment until they forgot Your message. They were indeed a people in ruin.”

[Furqan 25:19] “So now, the false deities deny what you say, and you can neither avert the punishment nor help yourselves. Whoever among you does wrong, We will make them taste a severe punishment.”

[Furqan 25:20] All the Noble Messengers We sent before you were just like you – they ate food and walked in the markets. And We have made some of you a trial for others. Will you endure patiently? Your Lord is All-Seeing, O dear Prophet.

Section 3

[Furqan 25:21] Those who don’t expect to face Us say, “Why weren’t angels sent to us, or why can’t we see our Lord?” They were filled with arrogance and rebellion.

[Furqan 25:22] On the day when they see the angels, it will bring no joy to the wrongdoers. They will cry out, “O God, create a barrier between us and them!”

[Furqan 25:23] We will turn their deeds into scattered dust particles on that day.

[Furqan 25:24] As for the People of the Garden, they will have a better abode and a finer place of rest that day.

[Furqan 25:25] And the day the sky splits open with clouds and the angels descend in ranks.

[Furqan 25:26] On that day, true sovereignty belongs to the Most Gracious, but it is a difficult day for the disbelievers.

[Furqan 25:27] The wrongdoer will bite his hands in regret, saying, “I wish I had followed the path with the Messenger.”

[Furqan 25:28] “Woe to me! I wish I had not taken so-and-so as a close friend.”

[Furqan 25:29] “He indeed led me astray from the Reminder after it came to me.” And Satan deserts humanity, leaving them helpless.

[Furqan 25:30] The Noble Messenger will say, “O my Lord, my people disregarded this Qur’an.”

[Furqan 25:31] And thus, We have made adversaries from the criminals for every Prophet. Allah is Sufficient as a Guide and Helper.

[Furqan 25:32] The disbelievers say, “Why wasn’t the Qur’an revealed all at once?” We revealed it gradually, to strengthen your heart. We recite it in measured tones.

[Furqan 25:33] They will never present an example to you that We do not respond with a true account, even better than it.

[Furqan 25:34] Those who are dragged toward Hell on their faces – that is the worst destination, and they have gone far astray.

Section 4

[Furqan 25:35] We gave Moses the Book and appointed his brother Aaron as his helper.

[Furqan 25:36] We instructed them, “Go to the people who have denied Our signs.” Then, by destroying them, We completely eradicated them.

[Furqan 25:37] And as for the people of Noah, when they denied the Noble Messengers, We drowned them, making them a lesson for mankind. We have prepared a painful punishment for the wrongdoers.

[Furqan 25:38] The tribes of ‘Ad and Thamud, as well as the people of the Wells, and many generations in between – We gave examples of them all, then destroyed them completely.

[Furqan 25:39] They visited the towns where a harmful rain had fallen. Could they not see it? But they didn’t expect to be resurrected.

[Furqan 25:41] When they see you, O Prophet, they mockingly ask, “Is this the Messenger whom Allah has sent?”

[Furqan 25:42] They say, “He would have misguided us from our gods if we had not stood firmly by them.” Soon, when they face the punishment, they will know who is truly astray.

[Furqan 25:43] Have you seen the one who takes his desires as his god? Will you then be his guardian?

[Furqan 25:44] Do you think that most of them listen or understand? They are no more than cattle – in fact, even more astray from the right path.

Section 5

[Furqan 25:45] O dear Prophet, have you not observed how your Lord spreads the shadow? If He willed, He could have made it constant, but instead, We made the sun a guide for it.

[Furqan 25:46] Then, We gradually draw it towards Us.

[Furqan 25:47] It is He who made the night a covering for you and sleep a means of rest, and the day for waking up.

[Furqan 25:48] He sends the winds as harbingers of His mercy, and We send down pure water from the sky,

[Furqan 25:49] so that We may revive a dead town with it, and provide for the many cattle and people We have created.

[Furqan 25:50] We have placed water as a means of sustenance among them, yet most people persist in disbelief, except for being ungrateful.

[Furqan 25:51] If We willed, We could send a warner to every town.

[Furqan 25:52] So, do not yield to the disbelievers, and strive against them with this Qur’an, a great struggle.

[Furqan 25:53] It is He who has let two large bodies of water flow, one sweet and refreshing, and the other salty and bitter. And He set a barrier and a partition between them.

[Furqan 25:54] It is He who created human beings from water, then provided them with relationships and affinities. Your Lord is certainly Most Capable.

[Furqan 25:55] Yet they worship, instead of Allah, things that neither benefit them nor harm them. The disbeliever has taken the devil as his ally instead of his Lord.

[Furqan 25:56] We have sent you, O Prophet Muhammad, as a bearer of good news and a warner.

[Furqan 25:57] Say, “I do not ask any reward from you for this except that whoever wills should take the path to his Lord.”

[Furqan 25:58] Trust the Ever-Living, who will never die, and glorify Him with praise. He is sufficient to take account of His servants’ sins and He is fully aware.

[Furqan 25:59] The One who created the heavens and the earth and all that is between them in six days, and then established Himself on the Throne – the Most Merciful; so ask about Him from someone who knows.

[Furqan 25:60] When they are told, “Prostrate to the Most Merciful,” they say, “What is the Most Merciful? Should we prostrate to what you command us?” And it increases their aversion. (Command of Prostration #7)

Section 6

[Furqan 25:61] Blessed is He who created the celestial structures in the sky and placed a shining lamp and the radiant moon.

[Furqan 25:62] It is He who alternated the night and day for those who desire to be mindful or show gratitude.

[Furqan 25:63] The servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk humbly on the earth, and when the ignorant address them, they respond with words of peace.

[Furqan 25:64] They spend their nights in prostration and standing, devoted to their Lord.

[Furqan 25:65] They plead, “Our Lord, avert from us the punishment of Hell; its torment is indeed a dreadful affliction.”

[Furqan 25:66] Indeed, it is a wretched place to stay.

[Furqan 25:67] And those who, when they spend, are neither extravagant nor miserly, but take a balanced course in between.

[Furqan 25:68] Those who do not associate anyone with Allah in worship, and do not commit unjust killings, and do not commit adultery. Whoever does these things will face the consequences.

[Furqan 25:69] On the Day of Resurrection, their punishment will be intensified, and they will remain in it forever, with disgrace.

[Furqan 25:70] Except for those who repent, believe, and do righteous deeds – Allah will transform their bad deeds into good ones. Allah is truly Forgiving, Merciful.

[Furqan 25:71] Those who repent and act righteously have indeed turned to Allah with true repentance.

[Furqan 25:72] They do not give false testimony, and when they come across something indecent, they pass by it with dignity.

[Furqan 25:73] When they are reminded of their Lord’s revelations, they do not ignore them, being deaf and blind.

[Furqan 25:74] They say, “Our Lord, grant us comfort in our spouses and offspring, and make us good examples for the righteous.”

[Furqan 25:75] They will be rewarded with the highest place in Paradise as a result of their patience. They will be greeted with peace and honor.

[Furqan 25:76] They will dwell there forever – what an excellent abode and place of rest!

[Furqan 25:77] Say, “You have no value before my Lord if you do not worship Him. But you have indeed rejected, and what you await will come to pass.”

AL-SHUA`RA (THE POETS)

[Shua`ra 26:1] These are the letters Ta-Seen-Meem, from the Arabic alphabet. Allah and those to whom He reveals know their precise meanings.

[Shua`ra 26:2] These are verses of the clear Book.

[Shua`ra 26:3] You may risk your life, O Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), by grieving that they do not believe.

[Shua`ra 26:4] If We will, We could send them a sign from the sky that would cause their leaders to bow in submission.

[Shua`ra 26:5] Yet, whenever a fresh revelation comes to them from the Most Merciful, they turn away in aversion.

[Shua`ra 26:6] Indeed, they have denied the truth, but soon they will come to know the reality of what they used to mock.

[Shua`ra 26:7] Have they not observed the earth, how We have created countless noble pairs in it?

[Shua`ra 26:8] Surely, in this is a sign, yet most of them do not believe.

[Shua`ra 26:9] Your Lord is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

Section 2

[Shua`ra 26:10] And remember when your Lord said to Moses, “Go to the unjust people,

[Shua`ra 26:11] the people of Pharaoh. Will they not fear?”

[Shua`ra 26:12] He said, “My Lord, I fear that they will deny me,

[Shua`ra 26:13] and that my chest will tighten, and my tongue will not be fluent, so send for Aaron.

[Shua`ra 26:14] And they have a charge of crime against me, so I fear that they will kill me.”

[Shua`ra 26:15] Allah said, “No, go both of you with Our signs. We are with you, listening.

[Shua`ra 26:16] So go to Pharaoh and say, ‘We are the messengers of the Lord of all worlds.

[Shua`ra 26:17] Send the Children of Israel with us.'”

[Shua`ra 26:18] Pharaoh said, “Did we not raise you among us as a child? And you spent many years of your life among us.

[Shua`ra 26:19] Yet you committed that act you did, and you were ungrateful.”

[Shua`ra 26:20] Moses said, “I did that in a state of unawareness, and I was hasty in my action.” (In anger – See verse 28:15)

[Shua`ra 26:21] “So I fled from you when I feared you, and then my Lord granted me wisdom and made me one of the messengers.”

[Shua`ra 26:22] “And is this a great reward for which you are showing favor to me – that you have enslaved the Children of Israel?”

[Shua`ra 26:23] Pharaoh said, “And who is the Lord of all worlds?”

[Shua`ra 26:24] Moses replied, “The Lord of the heavens and the earth and all that is between them, if you seek to know.”

[Shua`ra 26:25] Pharaoh said to those around him, “Do you not hear?”

[Shua`ra 26:26] Moses said, “Your Lord and the Lord of your forefathers.”

[Shua`ra 26:27] Pharaoh said, “This messenger who has been sent to you is surely insane!”

[Shua`ra 26:28] Moses said, “The Lord of the East and the West and all that is between them, if you use reason.”

[Shua`ra 26:29] Pharaoh said, “If you choose any god other than me, I will surely imprison you.”

[Shua`ra 26:30] Moses said, “Even if I bring you something clear as evidence?”

[Shua`ra 26:31] Pharaoh said, “Then bring it, if you are truthful.”

[Shua`ra 26:32] So Moses threw down his staff, and it turned into a visible serpent.

[Shua`ra 26:33] And he drew out his hand; it became luminous for the onlookers.

Section 3

[Shua`ra 26:34] Pharaoh said to the people around him, “Indeed, this is an expert magician.”

[Shua`ra 26:35] “He wants to drive you out of your land with his magic, so what do you advise?”

[Shua`ra 26:36] They said, “Detain him and his brother and send callers to the cities.”

[Shua`ra 26:37] “To bring to you every skilled magician.”

[Shua`ra 26:38] So the magicians were assembled at a fixed time on an appointed day.

[Shua`ra 26:39] And it was announced to the people, “Have you also gathered?”

[Shua`ra 26:40] The people said, “Perhaps we may follow the magicians if they are victorious.”

[Shua`ra 26:41] So when the magicians arrived, they said to Pharaoh, “Will we receive a reward if we emerge as winners?”

[Shua`ra 26:42] He replied, “Yes, and you will become close to me.”

[Shua`ra 26:43] Moses said to them, “Throw down whatever you intend to throw.”

[Shua`ra 26:44] So they cast down their ropes and their staffs and exclaimed, “By the might of Pharaoh, indeed we will be the victors!”

[Shua`ra 26:45] Then Moses cast down his staff, and it instantly swallowed up their illusions.

[Shua`ra 26:46] The magicians fell down prostrate in submission.

[Shua`ra 26:47] They said, “We have believed in the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:48] “The Lord of Moses and Aaron.”

[Shua`ra 26:49] Pharaoh said, “You have believed in him before I gave you permission! He must be your chief who taught you magic. I will surely cut off your hands and feet on opposite sides, and crucify you all.”

[Shua`ra 26:50] They responded, “There is no harm. Surely, we will return to our Lord.”

[Shua`ra 26:51] “We expect that our Lord will forgive us our sins, as we are the first to believe.”

Section 4

[Shua`ra 26:52] And We inspired Moses, saying, “Embark with My servants during the night, for you will certainly be pursued.”

[Shua`ra 26:53] So Pharaoh sent envoys to the cities.

[Shua`ra 26:54] They announced, “These people are but a small group.”

[Shua`ra 26:55] “And they have indeed enraged us.”

[Shua`ra 26:56] “And we are a vigilant multitude.”

[Shua`ra 26:57] So We expelled them from their gardens and springs.

[Shua`ra 26:58] And from their treasures and splendid dwellings.

[Shua`ra 26:59] Thus it was, and We made the Children of Israel inherit these things.

[Shua`ra 26:60] So Pharaoh’s people pursued them at sunrise.

[Shua`ra 26:61] And when the two groups saw each other, those with Moses said, “They have overtaken us.”

[Shua`ra 26:62] Moses said, “Never! Indeed, my Lord is with me, and He will guide me.”

[Shua`ra 26:63] So We inspired Moses, “Strike the sea with your staff”; and thereupon the sea parted, and each part resembled a towering mountain.

[Shua`ra 26:64] And We brought the others close to that place.

[Shua`ra 26:65] And We saved Moses and all those with him.

[Shua`ra 26:66] Then We drowned the others.

[Shua`ra 26:67] Surely, in this is a sign, but most of them do not believe.

[Shua`ra 26:68] And indeed your Lord – only He is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

Section 5

[Shua`ra 26:69] And narrate to them the story of Abraham,

[Shua`ra 26:70] When he said to his father and his people, “What do you worship?”

[Shua`ra 26:71] They said, “We worship idols and remain devoted to them.”

[Shua`ra 26:72] He said, “Do they hear you when you call upon them?”

[Shua`ra 26:73] “Or do they benefit you or harm you?”

[Shua`ra 26:74] They said, “No, but we found our forefathers doing the same.”

[Shua`ra 26:75] He said, “Do you see these – (the idols) whom you worship?”

[Shua`ra 26:76] “You and your forefathers before you?”

[Shua`ra 26:77] “They are all enemies to me, except the Lord of all creation.”

[Shua`ra 26:78] “The One Who created me, so He guides me.”

[Shua`ra 26:79] “And the One Who feeds me and provides for me.”

[Shua`ra 26:80] “And when I become ill, it is He Who heals me.”

[Shua`ra 26:81] “And the One Who will cause me to die and then bring me back to life.”

[Shua`ra 26:82] “And the One in Whom I place my hope, that He will forgive my sins on the Day of Judgment.”

[Shua`ra 26:83] “My Lord, grant me wisdom and join me with the righteous.”

[Shua`ra 26:84] “And grant me a good reputation among future generations.”

[Shua`ra 26:85] “And make me among those who inherit the Gardens of bliss.”

[Shua`ra 26:86] “And forgive my father, for he was indeed astray.”

[Shua`ra 26:87] “And do not disgrace me on the Day when all will be resurrected.”

[Shua`ra 26:88] “The Day when neither wealth nor children will avail anyone.”

[Shua`ra 26:89] “Only one who comes to Allah with a pure heart will prosper.”

[Shua`ra 26:90] And Paradise will be brought near to the righteous.

[Shua`ra 26:91] And Hell will be displayed to the astray.

[Shua`ra 26:92] And they will be asked, “Where are those whom you used to worship?”

[Shua`ra 26:93] “Besides Allah? Can they help you or even help themselves?”

[Shua`ra 26:94] So they and the misled ones will be thrown into Hell.

[Shua`ra 26:95] And all the armies of Iblis (Satan) will join them.

[Shua`ra 26:96] And they will argue within Hell.

[Shua`ra 26:97] They will say, while disputing there:

[Shua`ra 26:98] “By Allah, we were certainly in manifest error.”

[Shua`ra 26:99] “When we equated you with the Lord of the worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:100] “And no one led us astray except the criminals.”

[Shua`ra 26:101] “So now we have no intercessors,”

[Shua`ra 26:102] “Nor any true friend.”

[Shua`ra 26:103] “If only we could have another chance, to become believers!”

[Shua`ra 26:104] Indeed in this is a sign, but most of them were not believers.

Section 6

[Shua`ra 26:105] The people of Noah rejected the Noble Messengers.

[Shua`ra 26:106] When their brother Noah said to them, “Will you not fear Allah?”

[Shua`ra 26:107] “I am a trustworthy Noble Messenger to you.”

[Shua`ra 26:108] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:109] “I do not ask of you any reward for it; my reward is only from the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:110] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:111] They said, “Shall we believe in you, while the lowly people follow you?”

[Shua`ra 26:112] He replied, “I have no knowledge of their deeds.”

[Shua`ra 26:113] “Their account is only with my Lord, if you could understand.”

[Shua`ra 26:114] “I will not turn away the believers.”

[Shua`ra 26:115] “I am nothing but a clear Warner.”

[Shua`ra 26:116] They said, “O Noah, if you do not stop, you will surely be stoned.”

[Shua`ra 26:117] He said, “My Lord, indeed my people have denied me.”

[Shua`ra 26:118] “So judge between me and them with decisive judgment, and save me and the believers who are with me.”

[Shua`ra 26:119] So We saved him and those with him in the laden ark.

[Shua`ra 26:120] Then after that, We drowned the rest.

[Shua`ra 26:121] Indeed in this is a sign, but most of them were not believers.

[Shua`ra 26:122] And indeed your Lord – only He is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

Section 7

[Shua`ra 26:123] The people of Aad denied the Noble Messengers.

[Shua`ra 26:124] When their fellowman Hud said to them, “Do you not fear Allah?”

[Shua`ra 26:125] “I am indeed a trustworthy Noble Messenger to you.”

[Shua`ra 26:126] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:127] “I do not ask from you any payment for it; my reward is only from the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:128] “Do you construct on every height a monument to amuse yourselves?”

[Shua`ra 26:129] “And do you build lofty palaces as if you will live forever?”

[Shua`ra 26:130] “And when you strike, you strike mercilessly?”

[Shua`ra 26:131] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:132] “Fear Him who has provided you with what you know.”

[Shua`ra 26:133] “He has provided you with cattle and sons.”

[Shua`ra 26:134] “And gardens and springs.”

[Shua`ra 26:135] “Indeed, I fear for you the punishment of a tremendous Day.”

[Shua`ra 26:136] They said, “It is all the same to us whether you advise us or are not of the advisers.”

Section 8

[Shua`ra 26:137] They said, “This is nothing but the tales of the ancients.”

[Shua`ra 26:138] “And we will not be punished.”

[Shua`ra 26:139] Yet they denied him, so We destroyed them. Indeed, in this is a sign, but most of them were not believers.

[Shua`ra 26:140] And indeed your Lord – only He is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

[Shua`ra 26:141] The Thamud tribe also denied the Noble Messengers.

[Shua`ra 26:142] When their fellowman Saleh said to them, “Do you not fear Allah?”

[Shua`ra 26:143] “I am indeed a trustworthy Noble Messenger to you.”

[Shua`ra 26:144] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:145] “I do not ask from you any payment for it; my reward is only from the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:146] “Will you remain secure in these blessings?”

[Shua`ra 26:147] “In gardens and springs?”

[Shua`ra 26:148] “And fields, palm trees, with soft branches?”

[Shua`ra 26:149] “And you carve dwellings in the mountains with skill?”

[Shua`ra 26:150] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:151] “And do not follow those who exceed limits.”

[Shua`ra 26:152] “Those who spread chaos in the land and do not mend.”

[Shua`ra 26:153] They said, “You are under a magic spell.”

[Shua`ra 26:154] “You are just a human like us; then bring a sign if you are truthful.”

[Shua`ra 26:155] He said, “Here is the she-camel. She will have her turn to drink on one day, and on another day, you will have yours.”

[Shua`ra 26:156] “And do not harm her, lest the punishment of a tremendous Day should seize you.”

[Shua`ra 26:157] So they hamstrung her, and then in the morning they regretted.

[Shua`ra 26:158] The punishment seized them. Indeed, in this is a sign, but most of them were not believers.

[Shua`ra 26:159] And indeed your Lord – only He is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

Section 9

[Shua`ra 26:160] The people of Lut denied the Noble Messengers.

[Shua`ra 26:161] When their fellowman Lut said to them, “Do you not fear Allah?”

[Shua`ra 26:162] “I am indeed a trustworthy Noble Messenger to you.”

[Shua`ra 26:163] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:164] “I do not ask from you any payment for it; my reward is only from the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:165] “What! Among all beings, you engage in immoral acts with men?”

[Shua`ra 26:166] “And leave the wives your Lord has created for you? Indeed, you are people who transgress.”

[Shua`ra 26:167] They said, “O Lut, if you do not stop, you will be expelled.”

[Shua`ra 26:168] He said, “I am disgusted by your actions.”

[Shua`ra 26:169] “My Lord, save me and my family from their deeds.”

[Shua`ra 26:170] So We saved him and his entire family,

[Shua`ra 26:171] except for an old woman who remained behind.

[Shua`ra 26:172] Then We destroyed the others.

[Shua`ra 26:173] And We rained down upon them a rain. What a wretched rain for those who were warned!

[Shua`ra 26:174] Indeed, in this is a sign, but most of them were not obedient.

[Shua`ra 26:175] And indeed your Lord – only He is the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

Section 10

[Shua`ra 26:176] The People of the Woods also denied the Noble Messengers.

[Shua`ra 26:177] When Shuaib said to them, “Do you not fear Allah?”

[Shua`ra 26:178] “I am indeed a trustworthy Noble Messenger to you.”

[Shua`ra 26:179] “So fear Allah and obey me.”

[Shua`ra 26:180] “I do not ask from you any payment for it; my reward is only from the Lord of all worlds.”

[Shua`ra 26:181] “Give full measure, and do not be among those who give less.”

[Shua`ra 26:182] “And weigh with an even balance.”

[Shua`ra 26:183] “And do not cause harm to people by spreading corruption on the earth.”

Section 11

[Shua`ra 26:192] Indeed, this Qur’an has been sent down by the Lord of all creation.

[Shua`ra 26:193] The Trustworthy Spirit brought it down (Angel Jibreel – peace be upon him).

[Shua`ra 26:194] Upon your heart, so that you may convey a warning.

[Shua`ra 26:195] In clear Arabic language.

[Shua`ra 26:196] And indeed, it is mentioned in the earlier Scriptures.

[Shua`ra 26:197] Was this not a sign for them, that the scholars among the Children of Israel could recognize this Prophet?

[Shua`ra 26:198] And had We revealed it to someone other than an Arab,

[Shua`ra 26:199] And he had recited it to them, they would not have believed in it.

[Shua`ra 26:200] We have thus caused disbelief to enter the hearts of the guilty.

[Shua`ra 26:201] They will not believe in it until they see the painful punishment.

[Shua`ra 26:202] So it will come to them suddenly while they are unaware.

[Shua`ra 26:203] They will then say, “Will we be granted respite?”

[Shua`ra 26:204] Do they wish to hasten Our punishment?

[Shua`ra 26:205] So if We give them some enjoyment for a few years,

[Shua`ra 26:206] Then the promise We made to them will come upon them,

[Shua`ra 26:207] So what will be the benefit of the luxuries they enjoyed?

[Shua`ra 26:208] And We did not destroy any town except that it had warners –

[Shua`ra 26:209] To advise, and We never wronged.

[Shua`ra 26:210] And this Qur’an is not the work of devils.

[Shua`ra 26:211] They neither have the capability nor are they worthy of it.

[Shua`ra 26:212] They are indeed kept far from hearing it.

[Shua`ra 26:213] So do not worship anyone along with Allah, lest you be punished.

[Shua`ra 26:214] And O dear Prophet (Mohammed – peace and blessings be upon him), warn your close relatives.

[Shua`ra 26:215] And spread your protection over the believers who follow you.

[Shua`ra 26:216] So if they do not obey you, say, “I am not responsible for what you do.”

[Shua`ra 26:217] And rely upon the Almighty, the Most Merciful.

[Shua`ra 26:218] Who watches over you when you rise.

[Shua`ra 26:219] And watches over your actions among those who prostrate.

[Shua`ra 26:220] He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

[Shua`ra 26:221] Shall I inform you upon whom the devils descend?

[Shua`ra 26:222] They descend upon every lying, sinful one.

[Shua`ra 26:223] The devils convey what they hear, but most of them are liars.

[Shua`ra 26:224] And the astray ones follow the poets.

[Shua`ra 26:225] Have you not seen that they wander aimlessly in every valley?

[Shua`ra 26:226] And they speak what they do not do?

[Shua`ra 26:227] Except those who believe, do good deeds, remember Allah often, and defend themselves after being wronged. And the wrongdoers will soon know at what outcome they will end up.

AL NAML (THE ANT)

[27:1] Ta-Seen. These are verses of the Qur’an, a clear Book.

[27:2] It is a guidance and good news for the believers.

[27:3] Those who establish prayer, give charity, and firmly believe in the Hereafter.

[27:4] As for those who do not believe in the Hereafter, We have made their deeds appear pleasing to them, so they wander blindly.

[27:5] They will have the worst punishment, and they will be the greatest losers in the Hereafter.

[27:6] And certainly, O Prophet Muhammad, you receive the Qur’an from the Wise, the All-Knowing.

[27:7] Remember when Moses said to his wife, “I have seen a fire. I will bring you news from it or a burning torch, so that you may warm yourselves.”

[27:8] But when he came to it, he was called, “Blessed is whoever is near the fire and whoever is around it. And exalted is Allah, the Lord of all worlds.”

[27:9] “O Moses, indeed it is I, Allah, the Almighty, the Wise.”

[27:10] “And cast down your staff.” But when he saw it moving as if it were a snake, he turned in flight and did not look back. Allah said, “O Moses, approach and do not fear. Indeed, you are of the secure.”

[27:11] “Insert your hand into the opening of your garment; it will come out white, without disease. This is among the nine signs to Pharaoh and his people. Indeed, they have been a defiantly disobedient people.”

[27:12] But when Our signs came to them visibly, they said, “This is obvious magic.”

[27:14] Yet they denied them unjustly and arrogantly, although their hearts were convinced of their truth. So observe the fate of those who spread mischief.

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[27:15] We granted great knowledge to David and Solomon, and both of them said, “All praise is due to Allah, who has favored us over many of His believing servants.”

[27:16] Solomon inherited from David. He said, “O people, we have been taught the language of birds, and we have been given everything. This is indeed a clear bounty.”

[27:17] Solomon’s hosts, comprising jinn, men, and birds, were all gathered in his presence, tightly arrayed.

[27:18] When they reached the valley of the ants, an ant said, “O ants, enter your dwellings so that Solomon and his troops do not crush you while they are unaware.”

[27:19] Solomon smiled, amused at her speech, and said, “My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favor that You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and to do righteous deeds that will please You. And admit me, by Your mercy, into the ranks of Your righteous servants.”

[27:20] He inspected the birds and said, “Why do I not see the hoopoe? Is he absent?”

[27:21] “I will certainly punish him severely or execute him, unless he brings me a convincing reason.”

[27:22] But the hoopoe did not stay away for long. It came and said, “I have discovered something you did not know. I have come to you from the land of Sheba with reliable information.”

[27:23] “I found a woman ruling over them, and she has been given abundant wealth, and she possesses a mighty throne.”

[27:24] “I found her and her people prostrating to the sun instead of Allah, and Satan has made their deeds seem appealing to them, diverting them from the right path so they do not receive guidance.”

[27:25] “Why do they not prostrate to Allah, who brings forth what is hidden in the heavens and the earth, and knows what you conceal and what you reveal?”

[27:26] “Allah – there is no deity except Him, the Lord of the Supreme Throne.”

[27:27] Solomon said, “We shall see whether you have spoken the truth or are of the liars.”

[27:28] “Go with this letter of mine and deliver it to them, then withdraw from them and see what response they give.”

[27:29] The woman said, “O chieftains, a noble letter has been delivered to me.”

[27:30] “It is from Solomon, and it reads: ‘In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.'”

[27:31] “Do not rise in rebellion against me, but come to me in submission.'”

Section 3

[27:32] She said, “O chieftains, advise me in this matter. I do not make a decision until you present your views.”

[27:33] They said, “We possess strength and are skilled warriors, but the decision is yours. So consider what you command.”

[27:34] She said, “When kings enter a town, they ruin it and subdue its honorable people. That is what they do.”

[27:35] “But I will send a gift to them and see with what reply the messengers return.”

[27:36] So when the envoy came to Solomon, he said, “Are you offering me wealth? What Allah has given me is better than what He has given you. No, it is you who delight in your gift.”

[27:37] “Return to them, for we will surely come to them with armies they cannot withstand, and we will drive them out from their land, disgraced and humiliated.”

[27:38] Solomon said, “O assembly, which one of you can bring me her throne before they come to me in submission?”

[27:39] An evil and powerful jinn said, “I will bring it to you before you rise from your place. I am indeed strong and trustworthy.”

[27:40] But the one who possessed knowledge from the Scripture said, “I will bring it to you in the twinkling of an eye.” And when Solomon saw the throne placed firmly before him, he said, “This is by the grace of my Lord, to test me whether I give thanks or act with ingratitude. And whoever gives thanks, he does so for the good of his own soul. But whoever is ungrateful, surely my Lord is Self-Sufficient, Most Generous.”

[27:41] Solomon said, “Disguise her throne for her, and let us see whether she will be guided [to recognize it] or will remain unrecognized.”

[27:42] So when she arrived, it was said to her, “Is your throne like this?” She said, “It looks as though it is the same.” And we were given knowledge beforehand, and we submitted in humility.”

[27:43] And what she used to worship instead of Allah had prevented her from submission; she was indeed from a disbelieving people.

[27:44] It was said to her, “Enter the palace.” But when she saw it, she thought it was a deep pool and bared her legs. Solomon said, “It is a palace paved smooth with glass.” She said, “My Lord, indeed I have wronged myself, and I submit with Solomon to Allah, the Lord of the worlds.”

Section 4

[27:45] And We sent to the Thamud their brother Salih, saying, “Worship Allah.” But they divided into two factions quarreling.

[27:46] He said, “O my people, why are you eager for evil before good? Why do you not seek forgiveness from Allah that you may receive mercy?”

[27:47] They said, “We consider you an omen of ill fortune, along with those with you.” He said, “Your omen is with Allah, but you are a people being tested.”

[27:48] And there were in the city nine family heads who were causing corruption in the land and were not amending [their ways].

[27:49] They said, “Take an oath by Allah that we will surely attack him and his family by night. Then we will say to his heir, ‘We did not witness the destruction of his family, and indeed, we are truthful.'”

[27:50] And they planned a plan, and We planned a plan, while they perceived not.

[27:51] Then look at how was the outcome of their plan – We destroyed them and their people, all.

[27:52] So those are their houses, desolate because of the wrong they had done. Indeed in that is a sign for people who know.

[27:53] And We saved those who believed and used to fear Allah.

[27:54] And [mention] Lot, when he said to his people, “Do you commit such immorality as no one has preceded you with from among the worlds?”

[27:55] “Indeed, you approach men with desire, instead of women. Rather, you are a transgressing people.”

Section 5

[27:56] But the answer of his people was only that they said, “Evict the family of Lot from your city. Indeed, they are people who keep themselves pure.”

[27:57] So We saved him and his family, except for his wife; We destined her to be of those who remained behind.

[27:58] And We rained upon them a rain [of stones], and evil was the rain of those who were warned.

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[27:59] Say, “Praise belongs to Allah, and peace upon His servants whom He has chosen. Is Allah better or what they associate with Him?”

[27:60] Or He who created the heavens and the earth and sent down for you rain from the sky by which We make gardens grow of joyful beauty? You could not cause its trees to grow. Is there a deity with Allah? No, but they are a people who equate [others with Him].

[27:61] Or He who made the earth a stable ground and placed within it rivers and made for it firmly set mountains and placed between the two seas a barrier? Is there a deity with Allah? No, but most of them do not know.

[27:62] Or He who responds to the distressed when he calls upon Him and removes evil and makes you inheritors of the land? Is there a deity with Allah? Little do you remember.

[27:63] Or He who guides you through the darknesses of the land and sea and who sends the winds as good tidings before His mercy? Is there a deity with Allah? High is Allah above whatever they associate with Him.

[27:64] Or He who begins creation and then repeats it and provides for you from the heaven and the earth? Is there a deity with Allah? Say, “Produce your proof, if you should be truthful.”

[27:65] Say, “None in the heavens and earth knows the unseen except Allah, and they do not perceive when they will be resurrected.”

[27:66] But nay, their knowledge is arrested concerning the Hereafter. Rather, they are in doubt about it. Rather, they are concerning it blind.

Section 6

[27:67] And those who disbelieve say, “Shall we direct you to a man who will inform you [that] when you have disintegrated in complete disintegration, you will [then] be [recreated] in a new creation?”

[27:68] Has he invented about Allah a lie or is there in him madness?” Rather, they who do not believe in the Hereafter will be in the punishment and [are in] extreme error.

[27:69] Then, do they not look at what is before them and what is behind them of the heaven and earth? If We should will, We could cause the earth to swallow them or [could] let fall upon them fragments from the sky. Indeed in that is a sign for every servant turning back [to Allah].

[27:70] And We certainly gave David from Us bounty. [We said], “O mountains, repeat [Our] praises with him, and the birds [as well].” And We made pliable for him iron,

[27:71] [Commanding him], “Make full coats of mail and calculate [precisely] the links, and work [all of you] righteousness. Indeed I, of what you do, am Seeing.”

[27:72] And for Solomon [We subjected] the wind, blowing forcefully, proceeding by his command toward the land which We had blessed. And We are ever, of all things, Knowing.

[27:73] And of the devils were those who dived for him and did work other than that. And We were, of them, a guardian.

[27:74] And Job, when he called to his Lord, “Indeed, adversity has touched me, and You are the Most Merciful of the merciful.”

[27:75] So We responded to him and removed what afflicted him of adversity. And We gave him [back] his family twice as many – that is a mercy from Us and a lesson for people who reason.

[27:76] And [mention] Noah, when he called [to Allah] before [that], so We responded to him and saved him and his family from the great flood.

[Naml 27:77] Surely, it is a guidance and a mercy for those who submit.

[Naml 27:78] Indeed, your Lord judges between them by His decree, and He is the Almighty, the All-Knowing.

[Naml 27:79] So put your trust in Allah; you are certainly upon the clear truth.

[Naml 27:80] The dead do not hear your call, nor do the deaf, when they turn to flee.

[Naml 27:81] And you cannot guide the blind out of their error. None will listen except those who believe in Our signs and are Muslims.

[Naml 27:82] And when the promise comes near, We will bring forth from the earth a creature to speak to them, because the people were not certain in Our signs.

Section 7

[Naml 27:83] And the Day We will gather from every nation a company of those who deny Our signs, and they will be kept in ranks.

[Naml 27:84] Until, when they come [to Judgement], He will say, “Did you deny My signs while you encompassed them not in knowledge, or what [was it that] you were doing?”

[Naml 27:85] And the decree will come into effect against them because of their wrongdoing, and they will not [be able to] speak.

[Naml 27:86] Do they not see that We made the night for them to rest in and the day giving sight? Surely, in this are signs for a people who believe.

[Naml 27:87] And the Day the Horn will be blown, and whoever is in the heavens and whoever is on the earth will be terrified except whom Allah wills. And all will come to Him humbled.

[Naml 27:88] And you see the mountains, thinking them rigid, while they will pass as the passing of clouds. [It is] the work of Allah, who perfected all things. Indeed, He is Acquainted with what you do.

[Naml 27:89] Whoever brings forth a good deed, for them is a reward better than it, and they will be safe from the terror of that Day.

[Naml 27:90] But whoever brings forth evil, their faces will be plunged into the Fire. What recompense awaits except that which they used to do?

[Naml 27:91] “I have been commanded to worship the Lord of this city, who has made it sacred, and to Him belongs all things. And I have been commanded to be of those who submit.”

[Naml 27:92] “And to recite the Qur’an.” So whoever follows guidance, follows it for the benefit of their own soul; and whoever goes astray – then say, “I am only a warner.”

[Naml 27:93] And say, “All praise is due to Allah; He will soon show you His signs, so you will recognize them.” And your Lord is not unaware of what you do, O people.

AL QASAS (THE FABLES)

[Qasas 28:1] Alphabets “Ta-Seen-Meem”. These are the letters of the Arabic language, known in their meaning only to Allah and those whom He informs.

[Qasas 28:2] These are verses from the clear Book.

[Qasas 28:3] We shall relate to you the true story of Moses and Pharaoh for those who believe.

[Qasas 28:4] Indeed, Pharaoh exalted himself in the land and made its people into factions, oppressing a group among them, killing their sons and sparing their women. Surely, he was of the corrupters.

[Qasas 28:5] And We desired to bestow favor upon those who were oppressed in the land, to make them leaders and inheritors,

[Qasas 28:6] And to give them control in the land, and to show Pharaoh and Haman and their armies the consequences they feared.

[Qasas 28:7] And We inspired the mother of Moses, saying, “Nurse him; and when you fear for him, cast him into the river and do not fear or grieve. Indeed, We will return him to you and make him one of the Messengers.”

[Qasas 28:8] Then the family of Pharaoh picked him up, so that he might become an enemy and a cause of grief to them. Indeed, Pharaoh and Haman and their armies were sinners.

[Qasas 28:9] And Pharaoh’s wife said, “He will be a comfort of the eye for me and you. Do not kill him; perhaps he may benefit us, or we may adopt him as a son.” And they were unaware.

[Qasas 28:10] And the heart of Moses’ mother became empty. She was about to disclose the matter concerning him, had We not strengthened her heart to have faith in Our promise.

[Qasas 28:11] And she said to his sister, “Follow him.” So she watched him from a distance, while they were unaware.

[Qasas 28:12] And We had already forbidden foster mothers for him, so she said, “Shall I direct you to a household that will nurse him for you, while they are his well-wishers?”

[Qasas 28:13] So We restored him to his mother so that her eye might be comforted and she might not grieve, and that she would know that the promise of Allah is true. But most of the people do not know.

Section 2

[Qasas 28:14] And when he reached maturity and strength, We granted him wisdom and knowledge. And thus do We reward the doers of good.

[Qasas 28:15] And he entered the city at a time when its people were unaware and found therein two men fighting: one from his faction and one from among his enemies. And the one from his faction sought his help against the one from his enemies. So Moses struck him and [unintentionally] killed him. Moses said, “This is from the work of Satan. Indeed, he is a manifest, misleading enemy.”

[Qasas 28:16] He said, “My Lord, indeed I have wronged myself, so forgive me.” And He forgave him. Indeed, He is the Forgiving, the Merciful.

[Qasas 28:17] He said, “My Lord, for the favor You bestowed upon me, I will never be an assistant to the criminals.”

[Qasas 28:18] So he became fearful, vigilant in the city, and suddenly the one who sought his help the previous day cried out to him [again] for help. Moses said to him, “You are certainly a clear deviator.”

[Qasas 28:19] And when he decided to strike the one who was an enemy to both of them, the man said, “O Moses, do you intend to kill me as you killed someone yesterday? You only want to be a tyrant in the land and do not want to be of the amenders.”

[Qasas 28:20] And a man came from the farthest end of the city, running. He said, “O Moses, indeed the chiefs are conferring over you to kill you, so leave [the city]; indeed, I am to you of the sincere advisors.”

[Qasas 28:21] So he left it, fearful and anticipating [apprehension]. He said, “My Lord, save me from the wrongdoing people.”

Section 3

[Qasas 28:22] And when he directed himself toward Madyan, he said, “Perhaps my Lord will guide me to the sound way.”

[Qasas 28:23] And when he came to the well of Madyan, he found there a crowd of people watering [their flocks], and he found aside from them two women driving back [their flocks]. He said, “What is your circumstance?” They said, “We do not water until the shepherds dispatch [their flocks]; and our father is an old man.”

[Qasas 28:24] So he watered [their flocks] for them; then he went back to the shade and said, “My Lord, indeed I am, for whatever good You would send down to me, in need.”

[Qasas 28:25] Then one of the two women came to him walking with shyness. She said, “Indeed, my father invites you that he may reward you for having watered for us.” So when he came to him and related to him the story, he said, “Fear not. You have escaped from the wrongdoing people.”

[Qasas 28:26] One of the women said, “O my father, hire him. Indeed, the best one you can hire is the strong and the trustworthy.”

[Qasas 28:27] He said, “Indeed, I wish to wed you one of these, my two daughters, on [the condition] that you serve me for eight years; but if you complete ten, it will be [as a favor] from you. And I do not wish to put you in difficulty. You will find me, if Allah wills, from among the righteous.”

[Qasas 28:28] Moses said, “That is [established] between me and you. Whichever of the two terms I complete – there is no injustice to me, and Allah, over what we say, is Witness.”

Section 4

[Qasas 28:29] After completing his term and traveling with his wife, Moses noticed a fire on the side of Mount Sinai. He said to his wife, “Wait here; I have spotted a fire. Maybe I can bring you some news from it or a burning torch to warm ourselves.”

[Qasas 28:30] As he approached the fire, a call came to him from the blessed valley on the right side of the field, from a tree, saying, “O Moses, I am indeed Allah, the Lord of all creation.”

[Qasas 28:31] “Put down your staff,” it said. So when Moses saw it moving like a snake, he turned away and did not look back. “O Moses, come forward and do not fear. You are indeed safe.”

[Qasas 28:32] “Put your hand inside your cloak; it will come out shining white, unblemished by any disease. And press your hand to your side to calm your fears. These are two proofs from your Lord to show to Pharaoh and his chiefs. Surely, they are a rebellious people.”

[Qasas 28:33] Moses prayed, “My Lord, I killed a person among them, and I fear they will kill me.”

[Qasas 28:34] “And my brother Aaron – he is more eloquent in speech than I am. So send him with me as a helper to confirm my words. I fear that they will reject me.”

[Qasas 28:35] Allah reassured him, “We will strengthen your arm through your brother and grant both of you authority, so that they cannot harm you. Through Our signs, both of you and those who follow you will prevail.”

Section 5

[Qasas 28:36] When Moses presented them with our clear signs, they exclaimed, “This is nothing but fabricated sorcery, and we have never heard anything like this from our forefathers.”

[Qasas 28:37] Moses responded, “My Lord knows best who brings guidance from Him and who will have the ultimate home in the Hereafter. Indeed, the wrongdoers will never prosper.”

[Qasas 28:38] Pharaoh said, “O assembly, I do not know of any god for you other than myself. So, O Haman, build me a lofty tower that I may reach the pathways [to the heavens] – the pathways of Moses’ God. I think he is a liar.”

[Qasas 28:39] He and his troops acted arrogantly in the land without right, assuming they would never be brought back to Us.

[Qasas 28:40] So We seized him and his troops and cast them into the sea. So observe how was the end of the wrongdoers.

[Qasas 28:41] And We made them leaders inviting to the Fire, and on the Day of Resurrection they will not be helped.

[Qasas 28:42] And We made a curse to pursue them in this world, and on the Day of Resurrection, they will be of those disliked.

[Qasas 28:43] And We certainly gave Moses the Scripture after We had destroyed the former generations as enlightenment for the people and guidance and mercy that they might be reminded.

[Qasas 28:44] You, O Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), were not present on the western side of the Mount when We bestowed Prophethood upon Moses, nor were you an observer at that time.

[Qasas 28:45] However, generations and time passed while you were not dwelling among the people of Madyan reciting Our revelations to them. Yet it is We who appoint the Noble Messengers.

[Qasas 28:46] You were not on the side of the Mount when We called out, but it is a mercy from your Lord, granting you knowledge of the unseen, so that you may warn a nation to whom no Warner had come before you, in the hope that they may take heed.

[Qasas 28:47] But if a disaster had befallen them due to what they had already done with their own hands, they would have said, “Our Lord, why did You not send us a Messenger? We would then have followed Your revelations and become believers.”

[Qasas 28:48] But when the truth came to them from Us, they said, “Why has he not been given what was given to Moses?” Had they not previously denied what Moses was given? They said, “Both are magicians who support each other.” And they added, “We reject both of them.”

[Qasas 28:49] Proclaim, “Then bring forth a scripture from Allah that is more guiding than these two, and I will follow it if you are truthful.”

[Qasas 28:50] So if they do not respond to your challenge, then know that they are following their own desires. And who is more astray than one who follows his desires without guidance from Allah? Allah does not guide the unjust.

[Qasas 28:51] And We have indeed sent down the Scripture to them gradually, so that they may reflect upon its teachings.

[Qasas 28:52] Those to whom We had given the Scripture before it, believe in it.

[Qasas 28:53] And when it is recited to them, they say, “We believe in it; indeed, it is the truth from our Lord. Indeed, we were [even] believers before it came.”

[Qasas 28:54] They will be given their reward twice for having been patient, and [because] they repel evil with good, and spend [in the cause of Allah] from what We have provided them.

[Qasas 28:55] And when they hear ill speech, they turn away from it and say, “For us are our deeds, and for you are your deeds. Peace be upon you; we seek not the ignorant.”

[Qasas 28:56] Indeed, [O Muhammad], you do not guide whom you like, but Allah guides whom He wills. And He is most knowing of the [rightly] guided.

[Qasas 28:57] And they say, “If we were to follow the guidance with you, we would be swept from our land.” Have We not established for them a safe sanctuary to which are brought the fruits of all things as provision from Us? But most of them do not know.

[Qasas 28:58] And how many a city have We destroyed that was insolent in its [way of] living? And those are their dwellings which have not been inhabited after them except briefly. And it is We who were the inheritors.

[Qasas 28:59] And never would your Lord have destroyed the cities until He had sent to their mother a Messenger reciting to them Our verses. And We would not destroy the cities except while their people were wrongdoers.

[Qasas 28:60] Whatever you have been given is a fleeting enjoyment of this worldly life and its adornments. But what is with Allah is better and more lasting. Will you not use your reason?

Section 7

[Qasas 28:61] So is one to whom We have given a good promise that he will have it, equal to one whom We have provided the temporary pleasures of this worldly life, and then he will be presented on the Day of Resurrection for punishment?

[Qasas 28:62] On the Day when He will call them and say, “Where are My ‘partners’ which you used to claim?”

[Qasas 28:63] Those against whom the sentence has been confirmed will say, “Our Lord, these are the ones we led astray. We led them astray just as we were astray. We disclaim any association with them, and it was not us they worshipped.”

[Qasas 28:64] And it will be said [to them], “Invoke your ‘partners’,” and they will invoke them; but they will not respond to them, and they will see the punishment. If only they had followed guidance!

[Qasas 28:65] And [mention] the Day He will call them and say, “What was the response you gave to the messengers?”

[Qasas 28:66] But the information will be obscured from them that Day, so they will not [be able to] ask one another.

[Qasas 28:67] But as for one who had repented, believed, and done righteousness, it is likely he will be among the successful.

[Qasas 28:68] And your Lord creates whatever He wills and chooses; they have no choice. Exalted is Allah, and high above what they associate with Him.

[Qasas 28:69] And your Lord knows what their breasts conceal and what they declare.

[Qasas 28:70] And He is Allah; there is no deity except Him. To Him is [due all] praise in the first [life] and the Hereafter. And His is the [final] decision, and to Him you will be returned.

[Qasas 28:71] Say, “Have you considered: if Allah should make for you the day continuous until the Day of Resurrection, what deity other than Allah could bring you a night in which you may rest? Then will you not see?”

[Qasas 28:72] Say, “Have you considered: if Allah should make for you the night continuous until the Day of Resurrection, what deity other than Allah could bring you daylight in which you may see? Then will you not hear?”

[Qasas 28:73] And out of His mercy, He made for you the night and the day, that you may rest therein and [by day] seek from His bounty and [that] perhaps you will be grateful.

[Qasas 28:74] And [mention] the Day He will call them and say, “Where are My ‘partners’ which you used to claim?”

[Qasas 28:75] And We will extract from every nation a witness and say, “Produce your proof,” and they will know that the truth belongs to Allah, and lost from them is that which they used to invent.

Section 8

[Qasas 28:76] Indeed, Qarun was from the people of Moses, but he tyrannized them. And We had given him of treasures whose keys would burden a band of strong men; thereupon his people said to him, “Do not exult. Indeed, Allah does not like the exultant.”

[Qasas 28:77] But seek, through that which Allah has given you, the home of the Hereafter; and [yet], do not forget your share of the world. And do good as Allah has done good to you. And desire not corruption in the land. Indeed, Allah does not like corrupters.”

[Qasas 28:78] He said, “I have only been given it because of knowledge I possess.” Did he not know that Allah had destroyed before him of generations those who were greater than him in power and greater in accumulation [of wealth]? But the criminals, about their sins, will not be asked.

[Qasas 28:79] So he came out before his people in his adornment. Those who desired the worldly life said, “Oh, would that we had like what was given to Qarun. Indeed, he is one of great fortune.”

[Qasas 28:80] But those who had been given knowledge said, “Woe to you! The reward of Allah is better for he who believes and does righteousness. And none are granted it except the patient.”

[Qasas 28:81] And We caused the earth to swallow him and his home. And there was for him no company to aid him other than Allah, nor was he of those who [could] defend themselves.

[Qasas 28:82] And those who had wished for his position the previous day began to say, “Oh, how Allah extends provision to whom He wills of His servants and restricts it! If not that Allah had conferred favor on us, He would have caused it to swallow us. Oh, how the disbelievers do not succeed!”

Section 9

[Qasas 28:83] That home of the Hereafter We assign to those who do not desire exaltedness upon the earth or corruption. And the [best] outcome is for the righteous.

[Qasas 28:84] Whoever comes [on the Day of Judgement] with good, will have better than it; and whoever comes with evil – then those who do evil deeds will not be recompensed except [as much as] what they used to do.

[Qasas 28:85] Indeed, the One who has ordained the Qur’an for you will surely bring you back to a place of return. Say, “My Lord is most aware of who brings guidance, and who is clearly astray.”

[Qasas 28:86] And you did not expect that the Book would be conveyed to you except as a mercy from your Lord. So never be an advocate for the disbelievers.

[Qasas 28:87] And they will never prevent you from the verses of Allah after they have been revealed to you. And invite to your Lord. And never be of those who associate others with Him.

[Qasas 28:88] And do not worship besides Allah any deity. There is no deity except Him. Everything will be destroyed except His presence. His is the judgment, and to Him you will be returned.

AL ANKABUT (THE SPIDER)

[Ankabut 29:1] Alif-Lam-Meem. (These are the Arabic letters – Allah and those whom He enlightens know their true meanings.)

[Ankabut 29:2] Do people assume that they will be left alone once they say, “We believe,” without being tested?

[Ankabat 29:3] Indeed, We tested those who came before them, so Allah will certainly test those who are truthful and He will certainly expose the liars.

[Ankabat 29:4] Or do those who do evil deeds think they can outrun Us? How bad is their judgment!

[Ankabat 29:5] Whoever looks forward to meeting Allah, know that the appointed time of Allah is certain to come, and He is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.

[Ankabat 29:6] And whoever strives, strives only for the benefit of his own soul. Surely Allah is Self-Sufficient, beyond any need from the worlds.

[Ankabut 29:7] As for those who believe and perform good deeds, We shall certainly cleanse them of their sins and reward them according to the best of their deeds.

[Ankabat 29:8] We have commanded people to show kindness to their parents. But if they urge you to associate with Me something about which you have no knowledge, do not obey them. To Me is your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do.

[Ankabat 29:9] Those who believe and perform good deeds, We will certainly admit them among the righteous.

[Ankabat 29:10] Some people say, “We believe in Allah,” but when they face hardships for the sake of Allah, they consider the persecution inflicted by people as if it were from Allah. But if help comes from your Lord, they will surely say, “We were with you.” Does Allah not know best what is in the hearts of all creatures?

[Ankabat 29:11] Indeed, Allah will make evident those who truly believe, and He will expose the hypocrites.

[Ankabat 29:12] The disbelievers said to the believers, “Follow our way, and we will bear your sins.” However, they will not bear anything from their sins; indeed, they are liars.

[Ankabat 29:13] They will certainly bear their own burdens and other burdens along with their own burdens, and they will surely be questioned on the Day of Resurrection about what they used to fabricate.

Section 2

[Ankabat 29:14] Indeed, We sent Noah to his people, and he lived among them for a thousand years, less fifty. Then the flood overtook them while they were wrongdoing.

[Ankabut 29:15] And We saved him and the people on the ship, making the ship a visible sign for all people.

[Ankabat 29:16] And remember when Abraham said to his people, “Worship Allah and fear Him; that is better for you, if you only knew.”

[Ankabat 29:17] “You worship idols instead of Allah and fabricate falsehood. Indeed, those whom you worship besides Allah do not possess any control over your sustenance, so seek your sustenance from Allah, worship Him, and be grateful to Him. To Him you will be returned.”

[Ankabat 29:18] “And if you deny, then many communities have denied before you. And the duty of the Messenger is only to convey the message clearly.”

[Ankabat 29:19] Do they not see how Allah initiates creation, then recreates it? Indeed, that is easy for Allah.

[Ankabat 29:20] Say, “Travel through the land and observe how He began creation, then Allah will bring about the recreation. Surely Allah has power over all things.”

[Ankabat 29:21] He punishes whom He wills and shows mercy to whom He wills, and to Him you will be returned.

[Ankabat 29:22] You cannot escape from His dominion in the heavens or on the earth, and you have no guardian or helper besides Allah.

Section 3

[Ankabat 29:23] As for those who disbelieve in My signs and in the meeting with Me, they have no hope of My mercy, and for them is a painful punishment.

[Ankabut 29:24] Thus, his people had no response except to say, “Burn him or help kill him.” But Allah saved him from the fire. Surely, in this are signs for those who believe.

[Ankabat 29:25] And Ibrahim said, “You have chosen idols instead of Allah as your companions, only in the worldly life. Then on the Day of Resurrection, you will disown one another and curse one another. Your final abode will be the Fire, and you will have no helpers.”

[Ankabat 29:26] So Lut believed in him, and Ibrahim said, “I am emigrating to my Lord. Indeed, He is the Almighty, the Wise.”

[Ankabat 29:27] And We granted him Ishaq and Yaqub, and bestowed Prophethood and the Scripture upon his descendants. And We gave him his reward in the world, and in the Hereafter, he will surely be among the righteous.

[Ankabat 29:28] And We saved Lut when he said to his people, “You commit shameful acts that no one in the world has committed before you.”

[Ankabat 29:29] “Do you indeed approach males among people and cut off the highway and commit wickedness in your gatherings?” So his people had no answer except to say, “Bring us the punishment of Allah, if you are truthful.”

[Ankabat 29:30] He prayed, “My Lord, help me against these corrupt people.”

[Ankabat 29:31] And when Our sent angels brought good news to Ibrahim, they said, “We will surely destroy the people of this town, for its inhabitants are unjust.”

[Ankabat 29:32] He said, “But Lut is in it!” They said, “We know well who is in it. We will surely save him and his family, except his wife; she is of those who will stay behind.”

[Ankabat 29:33] And when Our sent angels came to Lut, he was distressed and anxious. They said, “Do not fear or grieve. We will certainly save you and your family, except your wife; she will be of those who stay behind.”

[Ankabat 29:34] “We will indeed send down a punishment from the sky upon the people of this town as a recompense for their disobedience.”

[Ankabat 29:35] And indeed, in this is a clear sign for those who use their intellect.

[Ankabat 29:36] And We sent Shuaib to the people of Madyan, their fellowman. He said, “O my people, worship Allah and anticipate the Last Day, and do not spread corruption on the earth.”

[Ankabat 29:37] But they denied him, and then the earthquake seized them. So they were found lifeless in their homes by morning.

[Ankabat 29:38] And We destroyed the ‘Ad and the Thamud. You have already seen their dwellings. Satan made their deeds pleasing to them and hindered them from the path, even though they were capable of seeing it.

[Ankabut 29:39] And We also destroyed Qaroon, Pharaoh, and Haman. Indeed, Moses came to them with clear signs, but they acted arrogantly in the land and could not escape Our grasp.

[Ankabat 29:40] So each one of them We seized for his sin. Among them were those upon whom We sent a rain of stones, and among them were those who were overtaken by a terrible cry, and among them were those whom We caused the earth to swallow, and among them were those whom We drowned. Allah would not wrong them, but it was they who wronged themselves.

[Ankabat 29:41] The example of those who take allies other than Allah is like that of the spider who takes a home. Indeed, the weakest of homes is the home of the spider, if they only knew.

[Ankabat 29:42] Allah knows whatever they invoke instead of Him. He is the Almighty, the Wise.

[Ankabat 29:43] And We cite these examples for mankind, but none will understand them except those of knowledge.

[Ankabat 29:44] Allah created the heavens and the earth with truth. Indeed, in that is a sign for the believers.

PART 21

Section 5

[Ankabat 29:45] O Prophet, recite what has been revealed to you of the Book and establish prayer. Indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing, and the remembrance of Allah is greater. And Allah knows what you do.

[Ankabut 29:46] O Muslims, do not argue with the People of the Scripture except in the best way, except for those who do wrong among them, and say, “We believe in what has been revealed to us and revealed to you. Our God and your God is one; and we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.”

[Ankabat 29:47] And this is how We have sent down the Book to you, O Prophet. So those to whom We gave the Scripture believe in it, and among these [Arab polytheists] are those who believe in it. And none reject Our verses except the disbelievers.

[Ankabat 29:48] And you, O Prophet, were not reciting any book before this, nor did you inscribe it with your right hand. Otherwise the falsifiers would have had [cause for] doubt.

[Ankabat 29:49] But rather, the clear signs are in the hearts of those who have been given knowledge. And none reject Our verses except the wrongdoers.

[Ankabat 29:50] And they say, “Why are not signs sent down to him from his Lord?” Say, “The signs are only with Allah, and I am only a clear warner.”

[Ankabat 29:51] Is it not sufficient for them that We have sent down to you the Book which is recited to them? Indeed, in it is a mercy and reminder for a people who believe.

Section 6

[Ankabat 29:52] Proclaim, “Allah is sufficient as Witness between me and you. He knows whatever is in the heavens and the earth. And those who have believed in falsehood and disbelieved in Allah – it is they who are the losers.”

[Ankabut 29:53] They implore you to hasten the punishment, but if not for a decree from Allah for a specified term, the punishment would have come to them. But it will surely come upon them suddenly while they perceive not.

[Ankabat 29:54] They urge you to hasten the punishment. But indeed, Hell will encompass the disbelievers.

[Ankabat 29:55] The Day the punishment will cover them from above them and from below their feet and it is said, “Taste [the result of] what you used to do.”

[Ankabat 29:56] O My believing servants! Indeed, My earth is spacious, so worship only Me.

[Ankabat 29:57] Every soul will taste death. Then to Us will you be returned.

[Ankabat 29:58] And those who believed and did righteous deeds – We will surely assign to them [in Paradise] chambers beneath which rivers flow, wherein they abide eternally. Excellent is the reward of the [righteous] workers

[Ankabat 29:59] Who are patient and upon their Lord rely.

[Ankabat 29:60] And how many a creature carries not its [own] provision. Allah provides for it and for you. And He is the Hearing, the Knowing.

[Ankabat 29:61] And if you asked them, “Who created the heavens and the earth and subjected the sun and the moon?” they would surely say, “Allah.” Then how are they deluded?

[Ankabat 29:62] Allah extends provision for whom He wills of His servants and restricts for him. Indeed Allah is, of all things, Knowing.

[Ankabat 29:63] And if you asked them, “Who sends down rain from the sky and gives life thereby to the earth after its lifelessness?” they would surely say “Allah.” Say, “Praise to Allah”; but most of them do not reason.

[Ankabat 29:64] And the life of this world is not but amusement and diversion. But the home of the Hereafter – that is the [eternal] life, if only they knew.

[Ankabat 29:65] And when they board a ship, they supplicate Allah, sincere to Him in religion. But when He delivers them to the land, at once they associate others with Him

[Ankabat 29:66] So that they will deny what We have granted them, and they will enjoy themselves. But they are going to know.

[Ankabat 29:67] Have they not seen that We made [Makkah] a safe sanctuary, while people are being taken away all around them? Then in falsehood do they believe, and in the favor of Allah they disbelieve?

[Ankabat 29:68] And who is more unjust than one who invents a lie about Allah or denies the truth when it has come to him? Is there not in Hell a [sufficient] residence for the disbelievers?

[Ankabat 29:69] And those who strive for Us – We will surely guide them to Our ways. And indeed, Allah is with the doers of good.

AL RUUM (THE ROMANS)

[Ar-Rum 30:1] Alif-Lam-Mim. (These are the letters of the Arabic alphabet, and Allah and those to whom He reveals the Quran know their precise meanings.)

[Ar-Rum 30:2] The Romans have been defeated

[Ar-Rum 30:3] in a nearby land, but after their defeat, they will be victorious

[Ar-Rum 30:4] within a few years. The decision of the matter, before and after, is only with Allah. And on that day, the believers will rejoice

[Ar-Rum 30:5] with the help of Allah. He helps whom He wills, and He is the Exalted in Might, the Merciful.

[Ar-Rum 30:6] The promise of Allah; Allah does not break His promise, but most people do not know.

[Ar-Rum 30:7] They are preoccupied with the fleeting pleasures of worldly life and are heedless of the Hereafter.

[Ar-Rum 30:8] Have they not reflected within themselves? Allah did not create the heavens and the earth and all that is between them except with truth and for a fixed term. Yet many people deny they will ever meet their Lord.

[Ar-Rum 30:9] Have they not traveled through the land and observed the fate of those before them? They were more numerous than them, greater in strength, and left behind more impressive ruins on earth. Their messengers came to them with clear signs, and Allah did not wrong them; rather, they wronged themselves.

[Ar-Rum 30:10] Then the fate of those who committed evil deeds was that they denied the signs of Allah and used to ridicule them.

Section 2

[Ar-Rum 30:11] Allah originates the creation, then He repeats it, and to Him you will be returned.

[Ar-Rum 30:12] And when the Day of Resurrection arrives, the wrongdoers will be in despair.

[Ar-Rum 30:13] Their partners, whom they used to associate with Allah, will not intercede for them, and they will reject their partners.

[Ar-Rum 30:14] And when the Day of Resurrection arrives, that Day they will be separated.

[Ar-Rum 30:15] So those who believed and did righteous deeds will be in the Gardens of Paradise as honored guests.

[Ar-Rum 30:16] And those who disbelieve and deny Our signs and the Hereafter will be brought into punishment.

[Ar-Rum 30:17] So glorify Allah in the evenings and the mornings.

[Ar-Rum 30:18] To Him belongs all praise in the heavens and the earth, and at nightfall and when you are at noon.

[Ar-Rum 30:19] He brings forth the living from the dead, and brings forth the dead from the living, and He revives the earth after its death. Thus will you be brought forth.

Section 3

[Ar-Rum 30:20] And among His signs is that He created you from dust; and then, behold, you are human beings spreading across the earth.

[Ar-Rum 30:21] And among His signs is that He created for you mates from among yourselves, so that you may find tranquility in them; and He placed between you affection and mercy. Surely in this are signs for people who reflect.

[Ar-Rum 30:22] And among His signs is the creation of the heavens and the earth, and the diversity of your languages and colors. Surely in this are signs for those who possess knowledge.

[Ar-Rum 30:23] And among His signs is your sleep by night and day and your seeking of His bounty. Surely in this are signs for people who listen.

[Ar-Rum 30:24] And among His signs is that He shows you the lightning, inspiring fear and hope, and He sends down water from the sky and revives the earth after its death. Surely in this are signs for people who understand.

[Ar-Rum 30:25] And among His signs is that the heavens and the earth stand firm by His command; then when He calls you with a single call from the earth, you will immediately come forth.

[Ar-Rum 30:26] And to Him belongs whoever is in the heavens and the earth; all are obedient to Him.

[Ar-Rum 30:27] And it is He who originates the creation and then repeats it, and this is even easier for Him. To Him belongs the highest attributes in the heavens and the earth, and He is the Almighty, the All-Wise.

Section 4

[Ar-Rum 30:28] He presents to you an example from your own lives: Do you have partners among those whom your right hands possess to share in what We have provided for you, so that you become equal in respect thereof, fearing them as you fear one another? Thus do We explain the revelations to people who understand.

[Ar-Rum 30:29] But the wrongdoers followed their own desires without knowledge. Who can guide those whom Allah leads astray? For them there are no helpers.

[Ar-Rum 30:30] So set your face towards the upright religion, the natural inclination with which Allah has created mankind. There is no altering the creation of Allah. That is the true religion, but most people do not know.

[Ar-Rum 30:31] Turning towards Him, keep your religion pure, and never be of those who associate partners with Allah.

[Ar-Rum 30:32] Those who divided their religion and became separate sects—each faction exulting in what it has.

[Ar-Rum 30:33] When adversity befalls people, they pray to their Lord, turning towards Him. But then, when He bestows His mercy upon them, a group among them begins to ascribe partners to their Lord,

[Ar-Rum 30:34] Showing ingratitude for Our bounties. “Enjoy yourselves, for you will soon come to know.”

[Ar-Rum 30:35] Have We sent them any proof that speaks of the partners they ascribe to Allah?

[Ar-Rum 30:36] When We bestow Our blessings on people, they rejoice, but when adversity befalls them because of what they have done with their own hands, they lose all hope.

[Ar-Rum 30:37] Have they not seen that Allah enlarges the provision for whomever He wills and restricts it for whomever He wills? Surely in this are signs for those who believe.

[Ar-Rum 30:38] Therefore, give to the near of kin his due, and to the needy, and to the wayfarer; this is best for those who seek the pleasure of Allah. And they are the successful.

[Ar-Rum 30:39] Whatever you give in usury, seeking to increase the wealth of people, will not increase in the sight of Allah. But whatever you give in charity, seeking the pleasure of Allah—those are the ones who will increase their wealth manifold.

[Ar-Rum 30:40] Allah is the One who created you, then provided for you, then will cause you to die, and then will give you life again. Is there any among your ascribed partners who can do any of these things? Glory be to Him and far above is He from what they associate with Him.

Section 5

[Ar-Rum 30:41] Disorder has appeared on land and sea due to the evil deeds that people’s hands have earned, so that He may let them taste the consequence of some of their deeds. Perhaps they may return.

[Ar-Rum 30:42] Proclaim, “Travel through the land and observe how the outcome was for those who were before. Most of them were polytheists.”

[Ar-Rum 30:43] So direct your attention towards the act of worship before there comes a Day from Allah that cannot be averted. On that Day, they will be separated into two groups.

[Ar-Rum 30:44] Whoever disbelieves—his disbelief will be of no benefit to him, and those who do good deeds are preparing for their own good.

[Ar-Rum 30:45] That He may reward those who have believed and done righteous deeds out of His bounty. Indeed, He does not like the disbelievers.

[Ar-Rum 30:46] And among His signs is that He sends the winds with glad tidings, to make you taste His mercy, and to let the ships sail by His command, and that you may seek His bounty, and so that you may give thanks.

[Ar-Rum 30:47] And indeed, We sent messengers before you to their peoples, and they came to them with clear signs. Then We took revenge on those who were criminals. It is binding upon Us to help the believers.

[Ar-Rum 30:48] Allah is the One Who sends the winds, raising the clouds, and We drive them to a dead land and revive therewith the earth after its death. Thus is the Resurrection.

[Ar-Rum 30:49] Whoever desires power—then to Allah belongs the power entirely. To Him ascend the good words, and He raises the righteous deed. But those who plot evil deeds—for them is a severe punishment. And their plot will come to nothing.

[Ar-Rum 30:50] And the outcome of Allah’s mercy is how He revives the earth after its death. Indeed, He will resurrect the dead. And He is over all things competent.

[Ar-Rum 30:51] And if We should send a wind and they see [their crops] turned yellow, they would remain thereafter disbelievers.

[Ar-Rum 30:52] For you cannot make the dead hear, nor can you make the deaf hear the call when they have turned their backs retreating.

[Ar-Rum 30:53] Nor can you guide the blind out of their error. You can only make hear those who believe in Our signs and are Muslims [in submission to Allah].

[Ar-Rum 30:54] Allah is the One Who created you from weakness, then after weakness gave you strength, then after strength gave you weakness and old age. He creates what He wills, and He is the Knowing, the Competent.

[Ar-Rum 30:55] And the Day the Hour appears the criminals will swear they had remained but an hour. Thus they were deluded.

[Ar-Rum 30:56] But those who were given knowledge and faith will say, “You remained the extent of Allah’s decree until the Day of Resurrection, and this is the Day of Resurrection, but you did not used to know.”

[Ar-Rum 30:57] So that Day, their excuse will not benefit those who wronged, nor will they be asked to appease [Allah].

[Ar-Rum 30:58] And We have certainly presented to the people in this Qur’an from every [kind of] example. But, [O Muhammad], if you should bring them a sign, the disbelievers will surely say, “You [believers] are but falsifiers.”

[Ar-Rum 30:59] Thus does Allah seal the hearts of those who do not know.

[Ar-Rum 30:60] So be patient. Indeed, the promise of Allah is truth. And let them not disquiet you who are not certain [in faith].

LUQMAN (A wise person named Luqman)

[Luqman 31:1] Alif-Lam-Meem. (These are the Arabic letters that hold specific meanings known to Allah and the recipients of His revelations.)

[Luqman 31:2] These are the verses of the wise Book.

[Luqman 31:3] A guide and a source of mercy for the righteous.

[Luqman 31:4] Those who establish prayer, give charity, and believe in the Hereafter.

[Luqman 31:5] They are the ones guided by their Lord, and they are the ones who will prosper.

[Luqman 31:6] And there are some people who purchase empty talk to divert others from Allah’s path, without knowledge, and to make it a mockery. For them is a humiliating punishment.

[Luqman 31:7] When Our verses are recited to them, they arrogantly turn away as if they had not heard them—indeed, their ears are deaf. So give them tidings of a painful punishment.

[Luqman 31:8] Indeed, those who believe and do righteous deeds will have Gardens of bliss.

[Luqman 31:9] They will abide therein forever. This is a true promise from Allah, and He is the Almighty, the Wise.

[Luqman 31:10] He created the heavens without visible pillars, and placed mountains as stabilizers in the earth so it would not shake under you, and scattered all kinds of creatures throughout it. And We sent down water from the sky, causing all kinds of excellent growth to emerge in pairs.

[Luqman 31:11] This is Allah’s creation. Now show me what those besides Him have created. The wrongdoers are certainly in clear error.

Section 2

[Luqman 31:12] We granted wisdom to Luqman, saying, “Give thanks to Allah. Whoever gives thanks benefits his own soul, and whoever is ungrateful should know that Allah is indeed Self-Sufficient, Praiseworthy.”

[Luqman 31:13] Remember when Luqman advised his son, saying, “O my dear son, never associate partners with Allah; surely associating partners with Him is a grave injustice.”

[Luqman 31:14] We have enjoined man to be kind to his parents; his mother carried him with hardship and delivered him with hardship, and the bearing and weaning of him is thirty months—until, when he reaches maturity and reaches the age of forty years, he says, ‘My Lord, enable me to be grateful for Your favor which You have bestowed upon me and upon my parents, and that I may do righteous deeds that will please You. And make my offspring righteous. Truly, I have turned to You and truly, I am one of the Muslims.'”

[Luqman 31:15] These are the verses of wisdom that Luqman imparted to his son. He said, “O my son, do not associate any partners with Allah. Associating partners with Him is a great injustice indeed.”

[Luqman 31:16] “O my son, even if a wrong is as small as a mustard seed, hidden inside a rock, or in the heavens, or anywhere in the earth, Allah will bring it to light. Surely, Allah is Subtle, All-Aware.”

[Luqman 31:17] “O my son, establish prayer, enjoin good, forbid evil, and endure patiently whatever befalls you. These are indeed matters of courage.”

[Luqman 31:18] “And do not turn your cheek away in contempt from people, nor walk arrogantly on the earth. Surely, Allah does not love the boastful show-offs.”

[Luqman 31:19] “And walk modestly, and lower your voice; the harshest of all voices is the braying of the donkey.”

Section 3

[Luqman 31:20] Have you not seen that Allah has made all that is in the heavens and the earth subservient to you, and His bounties—both apparent and hidden—have been bestowed upon you? Yet some people argue about Allah without knowledge, guidance, or an illuminating Book.

[Luqman 31:21] And when they are told, “Follow what Allah has sent down,” they say, “We shall follow what we found our forefathers practicing.” What if their forefathers were devoid of reason and guidance?

[Luqman 31:22] Whoever submits his whole being to Allah and is a doer of good, indeed he has grasped the strongest tie. To Allah will all matters return.

[Luqman 31:23] But whoever disbelieves, do not let his disbelief grieve you. To Us they will return, and We shall inform them of what they used to do. Indeed, Allah knows what lies within their hearts.

[Luqman 31:24] We shall let them enjoy themselves for a while, but then compel them towards a severe punishment.

[Luqman 31:25] If you were to ask them, “Who created the heavens and the earth?” they will certainly say, “Allah.” Say, “All praise belongs to Allah.” But most of them do not know.

[Luqman 31:26] To Allah belongs whatever is in the heavens and the earth. Allah is indeed the Self-Sufficient, the Most Praiseworthy.

[Luqman 31:27] If all the trees on earth were pens, and the sea, backed by seven more seas, were ink, the words of Allah would not be exhausted. Allah is Almighty, Wise.

[Luqman 31:28] The creation of you all and the resurrection of all of you are only like the creation and resurrection of a single soul. Allah is All-Hearing, All-Seeing.

Section 4

[Luqman 31:29] O attentive listener, have you not observed that Allah causes the night to merge into the day and the day into the night, and that He has subjected the sun and the moon, each running its course for an appointed term? And Allah is Well-Aware of what you do.

[Luqman 31:30] This is because Allah alone is the Truth, and whatever they invoke besides Him is falsehood. And Allah is the Most High, the Supreme.

[Luqman 31:31] Have you not seen that ships sail through the sea by the favor of Allah, that He may show you some of His signs? Surely there are signs in this for every steadfast, thankful person.

[Luqman 31:32] And when the waves engulf them like shadows, they pray to Allah, making their faith pure for Him. But as soon as He brings them safely to land, some of them waver. And none denies Our signs except the treacherous, ungrateful person.

[Luqman 31:33] O mankind! Fear your Lord and fear the Day when no parent shall avail his child, nor shall any child avail his parent in the least. Allah’s promise is surely true. So never let the life of this world deceive you, nor let the deceiver deceive you about Allah.

[Luqman 31:34] Surely Allah alone has knowledge of the Hour, and He sends down the rain, and He knows what is in the wombs. No soul knows what it will earn tomorrow, and no soul knows in what land it will die. Surely Allah is All-Knowing, All-Aware.

AL SAJDAH (THE PROSTRATION)

[Sajdah 32:1] Alif-Lam-Meem. (These are Arabic alphabets – Allah, and to whomever He reveals, know their meanings.)

[Sajdah 32:2] This Book’s revelation is undoubtedly from the Lord of all creation.

[Sajdah 32:3] Yet they say, “He has fabricated it.” In reality, this is the truth from your Lord, so that you may warn a people to whom no warner came before you. They may hopefully follow the right guidance.

[Sajdah 32:4] It is Allah who created the heavens, the earth, and all that lies between them in six Days. Then He established Himself on the Throne. Apart from Him, you have no guardian or intercessor. Will you not then ponder?

[Sajdah 32:5] He directs the governance of affairs from the heavens to the earth. Then it will ascend to Him in a Day, the measure of which is a thousand years according to your reckoning.

[Sajdah 32:6] He is the Knower of the unseen and the seen, the All-Mighty, the Most Merciful.

[Sajdah 32:7] It is He who created all things in the finest form and initiated the creation of man from clay.

[Sajdah 32:8] Then He made his progeny from an extract of a despised fluid.

[Sajdah 32:9] Then He fashioned him and breathed into him of His spirit, and gave you ears, eyes, and hearts. Yet how seldom are you thankful!

[Sajdah 32:10] They ask, “When we have merged into the earth, will we indeed be created anew?” In fact, they deny the meeting with their Lord.

[Sajdah 32:11] Say, “The angel of death will certainly take your souls, and then to your Lord you will be returned.”

Section 2

[Sajdah 32:12] And on that Day, you will see the guilty ones bowing their heads before their Lord, saying, “Our Lord! We have seen and heard; now send us back that we may do good deeds. We are now certain!”

[Sajdah 32:13] If We had willed, We could have given every soul its guidance, but the decree has been established: I will fill Hell with jinn and humans, all together.

[Sajdah 32:14] So taste the punishment for having forgotten the Day of Reckoning. Now We have forgotten you. Taste the everlasting punishment for what you used to do!”

[Sajdah 32:15] Only those who believe in Our signs, when they are reminded of them, fall down in prostration and glorify their Lord with praise, and they are not arrogant.

[Sajdah 32:16] Their sides forsake their beds as they pray to their Lord in fear and hope, and they spend from what We have provided for them.

[Sajdah 32:17] No soul knows what joy of the eyes has been kept hidden for them as a reward for what they used to do. (Paradise)

[Sajdah 32:18] So will the believers be equal to the sinners? They are not equal.

[Sajdah 32:19] As for those who believe and do righteous deeds, they will have Gardens of perpetual residence as a reward for their deeds.

[Sajdah 32:20] But those who are wicked, their abode will be the Fire. Whenever they wish to come out, they will be pushed back into it, and it will be said to them, “Taste the punishment of the Fire that you used to deny!”

Section 3

[Sajdah 32:21] And We shall indeed make them taste a minor punishment before the greater punishment, so that they may turn back (to righteousness).

[Sajdah 32:22] Who is more unjust than one who is reminded of the revelations of his Lord and then turns away from them? Surely, We will take retribution from the guilty.

[Sajdah 32:23] And indeed We gave the Scripture to Moses; so do not be in doubt over receiving it, and We made it a guide for the Children of Israel.

[Sajdah 32:24] And We made leaders from among them, guiding by Our command when they were patient and had firm faith in Our signs.

[Sajdah 32:25] Indeed your Lord will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection concerning the matters over which they used to differ.

[Sajdah 32:26] Do they not see that We drive the water to the barren land and bring forth crops thereby, from which their livestock and they themselves eat? So will they not see?

[Sajdah 32:27] And they say, “When will this decision come, if you should be truthful?”

[Sajdah 32:28] Say, “On the Day of Decision, the faith of the disbelievers will not benefit them, nor will they be granted respite.”

[Sajdah 32:29] So turn away from them and wait. Indeed, they too are waiting.

AL AHZAB (THE ARMIES)

[Ahzab 33:1] O Messenger, continue to revere Allah and do not heed the disbelievers and hypocrites. Surely, Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.

[Ahzab 33:2] Follow what is revealed to you from your Lord. Allah is well aware of your deeds.

[Ahzab 33:3] Put your trust in Allah; Allah is sufficient as a Guardian.

[Ahzab 33:4] Allah has not assigned two hearts to any man within his body. Nor has He made your wives – whom you compare to your mothers in your speech – your actual mothers. Nor has He made your adopted sons your actual sons. These are mere words from your mouths. But Allah speaks the truth, and He guides to the right path.

[Ahzab 33:5] Call them by their fathers’ names. This is more just in the sight of Allah. But if you do not know their fathers, then they are your brethren in faith and your friends. There is no blame on you in whatever unintentional mistakes you may have made in the past, but only in what your hearts intended. Allah is All-Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Ahzab 33:6] The Prophet is closer to the believers than their own selves, and his wives are their mothers. Blood relatives have a greater claim on one another according to Allah’s decree, than the believers and the emigrants, except that you may do a kind act to your friends. This has been inscribed in the Book of Decrees.

[Ahzab 33:7] And remember, O Prophet (Muhammad – peace and blessings be upon him), when We took a pledge from the Prophets – and from you – and from Noah, Abraham, Moses, and Jesus the son of Mary. We took a solemn pledge from them.

[Ahzab 33:8] So that He may question the truthful about their truthfulness. And for the disbelievers, He has prepared a painful punishment.

Section 2

[Ahzab 33:9] O believers, remember Allah’s favor upon you when armies came against you, and We sent against them a wind and armies that you could not see. And Allah is All-Seeing of what you do.

[Ahzab 33:10] When they came upon you from above you and from below you, and when your eyes shifted in fear, and your hearts reached to your throats, and you thought of various thoughts about Allah.

[Ahzab 33:11] That was the trial of the believers and they were shaken severely.

[Ahzab 33:12] And when the hypocrites and those in whose hearts is a disease said, “Allah and His Messenger did not promise us anything but delusion.”

[Ahzab 33:13] And when a group of them said, “O people of Yathrib (Madinah), there is no place for you to stand, so return.” And a group of them asked permission from the Prophet, saying, “Our homes are exposed,” although they were not exposed; they only intended to flee.

[Ahzab 33:14] And if the enemy had come upon them from all sides and asked them to commit apostasy, they would have done so and hesitated very little.

[Ahzab 33:15] And they had already promised Allah before not to turn their backs in flight. And the covenant with Allah will surely be questioned.

[Ahzab 33:16] Proclaim, “Fleeing will not avail you if you flee from death or killing, and even then you will not enjoy life in this world except for a little.”

[Ahzab 33:17] Say, “Who can protect you from Allah if He intends harm for you, or intends mercy for you?” And besides Allah, they will find no guardian or helper.

[Ahzab 33:18] Allah is well aware of those among you who hinder others and say to their brethren, “Come to us,” while hardly ever joining the battle.

[Ahzab 33:19] They are reluctant to support you. Then when danger approaches, you can see them looking at you with rolling eyes, like one in the throes of death. But when the danger passes, they lash you with sharp tongues out of greed for gains. Such men have not truly believed, so Allah has nullified their deeds. This is indeed easy for Allah.

[Ahzab 33:20] They think that the Confederates have not departed, and if the Confederates should come again, they would wish they were in distant deserts, inquiring about your news from afar. And if they were with you, they would hardly fight.

Section 3

[Ahzab 33:21] Certainly, the Messenger of Allah is a better example for you, for those who have hope in Allah and the Last Day, and remember Allah often.

[Ahzab 33:22] And when the believers saw the Confederates, they said, “This is what Allah and His Messenger promised us; Allah and His Messenger have spoken the truth.” And it increased their faith and submission.

[Ahzab 33:23] Among the believers are men who have fulfilled their pledge to Allah. Some of them have passed away, and some are still waiting, having never changed their commitment.

[Ahzab 33:24] In this way, Allah may reward the truthful for their truthfulness, and punish the hypocrites, or grant them repentance. Indeed, Allah is most forgiving, very merciful.

[Ahzab 33:25] Allah turned back the disbelievers, deeply frustrated, with no gain. Allah sufficed the believers in their fight, for Allah is powerful and worthy of all praise.

[Ahzab 33:26] And He brought down those of the People of the Scripture who supported them from their fortresses and cast terror into their hearts. A group of them you killed, and a group you took captive.

[Ahzab 33:27] And He granted you their lands, their homes, and their wealth, and land you had not yet trodden. Allah has power over all things.

Section 4

[Ahzab 33:28] O Prophet! Say to your wives, “If you seek the life of this world and its glitter, then come, I will make a provision for your enjoyment and release you in a handsome manner.”

[Ahzab 33:29] But if you seek Allah and His Messenger and the home of the Hereafter, then Allah has certainly prepared for those of you who do good an immense reward.”

[Ahzab 33:30] O wives of the Prophet! Whoever among you commits a manifest indecency, her punishment will be doubled. And that is easy for Allah.

[Ahzab 33:31] And those among you who are obedient to Allah and His Messenger and do righteous deeds – We will give her double the reward, and We have prepared for her an honorable provision.

[Ahzab 33:32] O wives of the Prophet! You are not like other women. If you fear Allah, do not be too soft-spoken in your speech, lest those with diseased hearts should lust after you, but speak in an appropriate manner.

[Ahzab 33:33] And stay in your homes and do not display your beauty as it was displayed in the former times of ignorance. And establish prayer and give zakah and obey Allah and His Messenger. Allah intends only to remove from you the impurity, O people of the [Prophet’s] household, and to purify you with [extensive] purification.

[Ahzab 33:34] And remember what is recited in your houses of the verses of Allah and wisdom. Indeed, Allah is ever Subtle and Acquainted [with all things].

Section 5

[Ahzab 33:35] Indeed, the Muslim men and Muslim women, the believing men and believing women, the obedient men and obedient women, the truthful men and truthful women, the patient men and patient women, the humble men and humble women, the charitable men and charitable women, the fasting men and fasting women, the men who guard their private parts and the women who do so, and the men who remember Allah often and the women who do so – for them Allah has prepared forgiveness and a great reward.

[Ahzab 33:36] Neither a believing man nor a believing woman has any choice in a matter when Allah and His Noble Messenger have decreed it. And whoever disobeys Allah and His Noble Messenger has certainly gone astray into clear error.

[Ahzab 33:37] And [remember, O Muhammad], when you said to the one on whom Allah bestowed favor and you bestowed favor, “Keep your wife and fear Allah,” while you concealed within yourself that which Allah is to disclose. And you feared the people, while Allah has more right that you fear Him. So when Zayd had no longer any need for her, We married her to you in order that there not be upon the believers any discomfort concerning the wives of their adopted sons when they no longer have need of them. And ever is the command of Allah accomplished.

[Ahzab 33:38] There is not to be upon the Prophet any discomfort concerning that which Allah has imposed upon him. [This is] the established way of Allah with those [prophets] who have passed on before. And ever is the command of Allah a destiny decreed.

[Ahzab 33:39] [Allah praises] those who convey the messages of Allah and fear Him and do not fear anyone but Allah. And sufficient is Allah as Accountant.

[Ahzab 33:40] Muhammad is not the father of [any] one of your men, but [he is] the Messenger of Allah and last of the prophets. And ever is Allah, of all things, Knowing.

Section 6

[Ahzab 33:41] O you who have believed, remember Allah with much remembrance.

[Ahzab 33:42] And exalt Him morning and afternoon.

[Ahzab 33:43] It is He who confers blessing upon you, and His angels [ask Him to do so] that He may bring you out from darknesses into the light. And ever is He, to the believers, Merciful.

[Ahzab 33:44] Their greeting the day they meet Him will be, “Peace.” And He has prepared for them a noble reward.

[Ahzab 33:45] O Prophet, indeed We have sent you as a witness and a bringer of good tidings and a warner.

[Ahzab 33:46] And one who invites to Allah, by His permission, and an illuminating lamp.

[Ahzab 33:47] And give good tidings to the believers that they will have from Allah great bounty.

[Ahzab 33:48] And do not obey the disbelievers and the hypocrites but do not harm them, and rely upon Allah. And sufficient is Allah as Disposer of affairs.

[Ahzab 33:49] O you who have believed, when you marry believing women and then divorce them before you have touched them, then there is not for you any waiting period to count concerning them. So provide for them and give them a gracious release.

[Ahzab 33:50] O Prophet, indeed We have made lawful to you your wives to whom you have given their due compensation and those your right hand possesses from what Allah has returned to you [of captives] and the daughters of your paternal uncles and the daughters of your paternal aunts and the daughters of your maternal uncles and the daughters of your maternal aunts who emigrated with you and a believing woman if she gives herself to the Prophet [and] if the Prophet wishes to marry her, [this is] only for you, excluding the [other] believers. We certainly know what We have made obligatory upon them concerning their wives and those their right hands possess, [but this is for you] in order that there will be upon you no discomfort. And ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful.

[Ahzab 33:51] You may rearrange your relationships with your wives as you wish and grant proximity to those you choose. If you desire any of those you temporarily set aside, there is no blame upon you. This is more appropriate to soothe their eyes and prevent them from feeling hurt and displeased, and for all of them to be content with what you give them. Allah knows what is in your hearts. Allah is All-Knowing, Most Forbearing.

[Ahzab 33:52] It is not lawful for you to take [more] women after this, nor can you exchange them for other wives, even though their beauty may allure you, except those whom you rightfully possess. Allah is Watchful over everything.

Section 7

[Ahzab 33:53] O believers! Do not enter the houses of the Prophet without permission, nor linger for a meal, unless you are given permission. But when invited, then enter; and when you have eaten, disperse without lingering for idle talk. This causes annoyance to the Prophet, and he is shy to tell you. But Allah is not shy of the truth. And when you ask his wives for something, ask from behind a curtain. This is purer for your hearts and their hearts. You are not allowed to cause any annoyance to the Messenger of Allah, nor should you ever marry his wives after him. That would surely be a grave matter in the sight of Allah.

[Ahzab 33:54] Whether you disclose something or conceal it, indeed Allah is fully aware of all things.

[Ahzab 33:55] There is no blame on your wives regarding their fathers, or their sons, or their brothers, or their brothers’ sons, or their sisters’ sons, or their own women, or those in their possession. And O women, be mindful of Allah. Surely Allah is Witness over all things.

[Ahzab 33:56] Surely Allah and His angels bless the Prophet. O believers, invoke blessings and peace upon him in abundance.

[Ahzab 33:57] Surely those who annoy Allah and His Messenger, Allah has cursed them in this world and in the Hereafter, and has prepared for them a humiliating punishment.

[Ahzab 33:58] And those who harm believing men and believing women for no fault of theirs, bear the guilt of slander and a manifest sin.

Section 8

[Ahzab 33:59] O Prophet! Enjoin your wives, your daughters, and the women of the believers to draw their cloaks close around them. This is more suitable, so they may be recognized and not harassed. Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

[Ahzab 33:60] If the hypocrites, those with disease in their hearts, and the rumormongers in the city do not cease, We will certainly rouse you against them, and then they will only be your neighbors in it for a short while.

[Ahzab 33:61] Accursed, wherever they are found, they will be seized and killed without mercy.

[Ahzab 33:62] Such has been the way of Allah in the past, and you will find no change in the ways of Allah.

[Ahzab 33:63] People ask you about the Day of Judgment; say, “Its knowledge is with Allah alone, and how can you know? Perhaps the Day of Judgment is near!”

[Ahzab 33:64] Allah has indeed cursed the disbelievers and has prepared a blazing Fire for them,

[Ahzab 33:65] Wherein they will abide forever, finding neither a protector nor a helper.

[Ahzab 33:66] On the Day when their faces are turned about in the Fire, they will say, “If only we had obeyed Allah and obeyed the Messenger!”

[Ahzab 33:67] And they will say, “Our Lord, indeed we obeyed our chiefs and our elders, but they led us astray from the way.”

[Ahzab 33:68] “Our Lord, give them double the punishment and curse them with a great curse!”

Section 9

[Ahzab 33:69] O believers, do not be like those who harmed Musa; Allah cleared him of what they said about him, and he was highly esteemed in the sight of Allah.

[Ahzab 33:70] O believers, fear Allah and speak words that are straight to the point.

[Ahzab 33:71] He will rectify your deeds for you and forgive you your sins. Whoever obeys Allah and His Messenger has certainly attained a great success.

[Ahzab 33:72] Indeed, We offered the trust to the heavens, the earth, and the mountains, but they declined to bear it and were fearful of it. But man undertook it; indeed he is [often] unjust and ignorant.

[Ahzab 33:73] So that Allah may punish the hypocrite men, hypocrite women, the polytheist men, and polytheist women, and then accept the repentance of the believing men and believing women. Allah is Most Forgiving, Most Merciful.

SABA (THE TRIBE OF SABA)

[Saba 34:1] All praise belongs to Allah; He alone possesses everything in the heavens and the earth. His is the praise in the Hereafter, and He is the All-Wise, the All-Knowing.

[Saba 34:2] He knows whatever enters the earth and whatever comes out of it, and whatever descends from the skies and whatever ascends into it. And He is the Most Merciful, the Most Forgiving.

[Saba 34:3] The disbelievers say, “The Day of Judgment will never come to us.” Say, “Certainly, why not? By the oath of my Lord, it will surely come to you. He is the Knower of the unseen, not even an atom’s weight in the heavens or the earth escapes His knowledge, nor is there anything smaller or greater than that, but it is recorded in a clear Book.”

[Saba 34:4] So that He may reward those who believe and do good deeds. They will have forgiveness and an honorable provision.

[Saba 34:5] But those who strive against Our signs, seeking to defeat them, will face a severe punishment of painful consequences.

[Saba 34:6] Those who possess knowledge understand that what has been revealed to you from your Lord is the truth, and it guides to the path of the Almighty, the Praiseworthy.

[Saba 34:7] And the disbelievers ask, “Shall we show you a man who will inform you that when you have disintegrated into the smallest pieces, you will be resurrected again?”

[Saba 34:8] “Has he fabricated a lie against Allah, or is he insane?” Indeed, those who disbelieve in the Hereafter are in punishment and a severe error.

[Saba 34:9] Have they not seen what is before them and behind them, in the heavens and the earth? If We will, We can make them sink into the earth or cause pieces of the sky to fall upon them. Surely, in this there is a sign for every repentant servant.

Section 2

[Saba 34:10] And certainly, We bestowed upon David great excellence from Our side, commanding the mountains and birds to join him in glorifying Allah. And We made iron pliable for him.

[Saba 34:11] “Make coats of mail, balancing well the links, and work righteousness. Surely I am seeing your deeds.”

[Saba 34:12] And We subjected the wind to Solomon’s command, blowing at his behest to the land for a month’s journey in the morning and a month’s journey in the evening. And We made a stream of molten copper flow for him. And there were some of the jinn who worked under his command by the permission of his Lord. And if anyone among them turned aside from Our command, We subjected him to the torment of the blazing fire.

[Saba 34:13] They made for him whatever he desired – places of worship, statues, basins like large watering-troughs, and cauldrons firmly fixed. “Work gratefully, O people of David!” But few of My servants are grateful.

[Saba 34:14] So when We decreed his death, nothing indicated to the jinn that he had died except for the creature of the earth that ate his staff. And when he fell, it became clear to the jinn that if they had known the unseen, they would not have remained in humiliating punishment.

[Saba 34:15] Certainly, there was a sign for the people of Sheba in their dwelling place – two gardens on the right and left. “Eat from the provisions of your Lord and be grateful to Him. A good land and a forgiving Lord!”

[Saba 34:16] But they turned away, so We sent upon them a flood from the dam, and We replaced their two gardens with two gardens bearing bitter fruit, tamarisk, and a few lote trees.

[Saba 34:17] That was the recompense for their ingratitude. And We do not punish anyone except the ungrateful.

[Saba 34:18] And We placed between them and the cities which We had blessed several towns along the journey, saying, “Travel between them safely by day and night.”

[Saba 34:19] But they said, “Our Lord, make the distance between our journeys longer,” and they wronged themselves. So We made them a story and dispersed them with total dispersion. Surely in that are signs for everyone patient and thankful.

[Saba 34:20] And indeed, Satan had proved true his assumption about them, so they followed him except for a group of believers.

[Saba 34:21] And he had no authority over them except that We might make evident who believes in the Hereafter from who is thereof in doubt. And your Lord, over all things, is Guardian.

Section 3

[Saba 34:22] Proclaim, “Invoke those you have claimed as deities besides Allah. They possess not an atom’s weight in the heavens or on the earth, nor do they have any partnership therein, nor is there for Him from among them any assistant.”

[Saba 34:23] And intercession will not avail with Him except for one whom He permits. Until, when terror is removed from their hearts, they will ask one another, and the oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “What did your Lord intend by this?” They will say, “The truth.” And He is the Most High, the Grand.

[Saba 34:24] Say, “Who provides for you from the heaven and the earth?” Say, “Allah. And indeed, we or you are either upon guidance or in clear error.”

[Saba 34:25] Say, “You will not be asked about what we committed, and we will not be asked about what you do.”

[Saba 34:26] Say, “Our Lord will bring us together; then He will judge between us in truth. And He is the Knowing Judge.”

[Saba 34:27] Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as partners. No! Rather, He [alone] is Allah, the Exalted in Might, the Wise.”

[Saba 34:28] And We have not sent you, [O Muhammad], except comprehensively to mankind as a bringer of good tidings and a warner. But most of the people do not know.

[Saba 34:29] And they say, “When is this promise, if you should be truthful?”

[Saba 34:30] Say, “For you is the appointment of a Day [when] you will not remain behind by an hour, nor will you precede [it].”

Section 4

[Saba 34:31] And those who disbelieve say, “We will never believe in this Qur’an nor in that which was before it.” But if you could see when the wrongdoers will be made to stand before their Lord, refuting each other’s words! Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “If not for you, we would have been believers.”

[Saba 34:32] Those who were arrogant will say to those who were oppressed, “Did we avert you from guidance after it had come to you? No, rather, you were criminals.”

[Saba 34:33] Those who were oppressed will say to those who were arrogant, “Rather, [it was your] conspiracy of night and day when you ordered us to disbelieve in Allah and attribute to Him equals.” But they will [all] confide regret when they see the punishment; and We will put shackles on the necks of those who disbelieved. Will they be recompensed except for what they used to do?

[Saba 34:34] And We did not send into a city any warner except that its affluent said, “Indeed we, in that with which you were sent, are disbelievers.”

[Saba 34:35] And they said, “We are more [than the believers] in wealth and children, and we are not to be punished.”

[Saba 34:36] Say, “Indeed, my Lord extends provision for whom He wills and restricts [it], but most of the people do not know.”

Section 5

[Saba 34:37] And it is not your wealth or your children that bring you nearer to Us in position, but it is [by being] one who has believed and done righteousness. For them there will be the double reward for what they did, and they will be in the upper chambers [of Paradise], safe [and secure].

[Saba 34:38] But those who strive against Our verses [seeking] to cause failure – for them will be a painful punishment of foul nature.

[Saba 34:39] Say, “Indeed, my Lord extends provision for whom He wills of His servants and restricts [it] for him. But whatever thing you spend [in His cause] – He will compensate it; and He is the best of providers.”

[Saba 34:40] And [mention] the Day when He will gather them all and then say to the angels, “Did these [people] worship you?”

[Saba 34:41] They will say, “Exalted are You! You, [O Allah], are our benefactor not them. Rather, they used to worship the jinn; most of them were believers in them.”

[Saba 34:42] But today you do not hold for one another [the power of] benefit or harm, and We will say to those who wronged, “Taste the punishment of the Fire, which you used to deny.”

[Saba 34:43] And when our verses are recited to them as clear evidences, they say, “This is not but a man who wishes to avert you from that which your fathers were worshipping.” And they say, “This is not except a lie invented.” And those who disbelieve say of the truth when it has come to them, “This is not but obvious magic.”

[Saba 34:44] And We had not given them any scriptures which they could study, and We had not sent to them before you, [O Muhammad], any warner.

[Saba 34:45] And those before them denied, and the people of Makkah have not attained a tenth of what We had given them. But the former peoples denied My messengers, so how [terrible] was My reproach.

Section 6

[Saba 34:46] Say, [O Muhammad], “I only advise you of one [thing] – that you stand for Allah, [seeking truth] in pairs and individually, and then give thought.” There is not in your companion any madness. He is only a warner to you before a severe punishment.

[Saba 34:47] Say, “Whatever payment I might have asked of you – it is yours. My payment is only from Allah, and He is, over all things, Witness.”

[Saba 34:48] Say, “Indeed, my Lord projects the truth. Knower of the unseen.”

[Saba 34:49] Say, “The truth has come, and falsehood can neither originate [anything] nor reproduce [it].”

[Saba 34:50] Say, “If I should err, I would only err against myself. But if I am guided, it is by what my Lord reveals to me. Indeed, He is Hearing and near.”

[Saba 34:51] And if you could but see when they are terrified but there is no escape, and they will be seized from a place nearby.

[Saba 34:52] And they will [then] say, “We believe in it!” But how for them will be the receiving from a place far away?

[Saba 34:53] And they had already disbelieved in it before and would assault the unseen from a place far away.

[Saba 34:54] And prevention will be placed between them and what they desire, as was done with their kind before. Indeed, they were in disquieting denial.

FATIR (THE MAKER)

[Fatir 35:1] All praise is for Allah, the Creator of the heavens and the earth. He appoints angels as messengers, each having pairs of wings, three or four. He increases in creation whatever He wills. Surely, Allah has power over all things.

[Fatir 35:2] No one can withhold the mercy that Allah bestows upon mankind, and whatever He withholds, none can release except Him. He is indeed the Most Exalted, the Most Wise.

[Fatir 35:3] O people! Reflect on the blessings of Allah upon you. Is there any creator other than Allah who can provide sustenance for you from the heavens and the earth? There is no deity but Him. So where are you turning away?

[Fatir 35:4] And if they deny you, many Noble Messengers were denied before you; and all matters shall return to Allah.

[Fatir 35:5] O people! The promise of Allah is true. Therefore, let not the life of this world deceive you, nor let the deceiver deceive you regarding Allah’s commands.

[Fatir 35:6] Indeed, Satan is your enemy, so treat him as an enemy. He only invites his group to be the residents of the Hellfire.

[Fatir 35:7] For the disbelievers is a severe punishment, while for those who have faith and do righteous deeds, there is forgiveness and a great reward.

Section 2

[Fatir 35:8] So, can the one whose evil deeds are made to seem attractive to him, leading him to believe that they are good, be equal to the one who is rightly guided? Therefore, Allah leads astray whomever He wills, and guides whomever He wills. So, do not let your soul waste away in grief for them. Allah knows well what they do.

[Fatir 35:9] And it is Allah who sends the winds, causing them to raise the clouds. Then He spreads them in the sky as He wills and directs them towards a lifeless land, reviving it after its death. Thus will the resurrection be.

[Fatir 35:10] Whoever desires honor, let it be known that all honor belongs to Allah. To Him ascends the good word, and He raises up righteous deeds. But those who plot evil deeds shall have a severe punishment; their plots will come to nothing.

[Fatir 35:11] Allah created you from clay, then from a drop of fluid, then made you pairs. No female becomes pregnant or gives birth except with His knowledge. Every age has a specified term, and all of this is in a Book. Surely, Allah knows all things.

[Fatir 35:12] The two seas are not alike: one is fresh, pleasant to drink, and the other is salty, bitter. And from each you eat tender meat and extract ornaments to wear. And you see the ships sailing through them, seeking His bounty, so that you may be grateful.

[Fatir 35:13] He causes the night to enter into the day, and He causes the day to enter into the night. And He has subjected the sun and the moon, each running [its course] for a specified term. That is Allah, your Lord; His is the dominion. And those you invoke besides Him do not possess [even] the husk of a date seed.

[Fatir 35:14] If you invoke them, they do not hear your supplication; and if they heard, they would not respond to you. And on the Day of Resurrection they will deny your association. And none can inform you like [one] Acquainted [with all matters].

Section 3

[Fatir 35:15] O mankind, you are those in need of Allah, while Allah is the Free of need, the Praiseworthy.

[Fatir 35:16] If He wills, He can do away with you and bring forth a new creation.

[Fatir 35:17] And that is not difficult for Allah.

[Fatir 35:18] And no bearer of burdens will bear the burden of another. And if a heavily laden soul calls [another] to [carry some of] its load, nothing of it will be carried, even if he should be a close relative. You can only warn those who fear their Lord unseen and have established prayer. And whoever purifies himself only purifies himself for [the benefit of] his soul. And to Allah is the [final] destination.

[Fatir 35:19] The blind and the seeing are not equal.

[Fatir 35:20] Nor are darkness and light.

[Fatir 35:21] Nor are shade and scorching heat.

[Fatir 35:22] And the living are not the same as the dead. Allah causes to hear whom He wills, but you cannot make those in the graves hear.

[Fatir 35:23] You are only a Warner.

[Fatir 35:24] And We have certainly sent you with the truth as a bringer of good tidings and a warner. And there was no nation but that there had passed within it a warner.

[Fatir 35:25] And if they deny you – then those before them have denied. Their messengers came to them with clear proofs and written ordinances and with the enlightening Scripture.

[Fatir 35:26] Then I seized those who disbelieved, and how [terrible] was My reproach!

Section 4

[Fatir 35:27] Have you not seen that Allah sends down rain from the sky, and We produce thereby fruits of varying colors? And in the mountains are tracts, white and red of varying shades and [some] extremely black.

[Fatir 35:28] And among people and moving creatures and grazing livestock are various colors similarly. Only those fear Allah, from among His servants, who have knowledge. Indeed, Allah is Exalted in Might and Forgiving.

[Fatir 35:29] Indeed, those who recite the Book of Allah and establish prayer and spend [in His cause] out of what We have provided them, secretly and publicly, [can] expect a profit that will never perish –

[Fatir 35:30] That He may give them in full their rewards and increase for them of His bounty. Indeed, He is Forgiving and Appreciative.

[Fatir 35:31] The Book that We have revealed to you is the Truth, confirming previous Scriptures. Allah is All-Aware of His servants, All-Seeing.

[Fatir 35:32] Then We made those whom We chose from among Our servants inherit the Book. But among them are some who wrong themselves, some who follow a middle course, and some who excel in good deeds by Allah’s permission. This is the great bounty.

[Fatir 35:33] They will enter gardens of perpetual residence, adorned with bracelets of gold and pearls. And their garments therein will be silk.

[Fatir 35:34] They will say, “Praise be to Allah, who has removed from us all sorrow. Indeed, our Lord is Forgiving and Appreciative –

[Fatir 35:35] The One who has settled us in the eternal home through His bounty, where no fatigue will touch us nor weariness.”

[Fatir 35:36] But for those who disbelieve, there will be the Fire of Hell. Neither will they be finished off so that they die, nor will its punishment be lightened for them. Thus We punish every ungrateful person.

[Fatir 35:37] They will cry out therein, “Our Lord, remove us; we will do righteousness – unlike what we used to do!” But did We not grant you life long enough for whoever would be reminded to be reminded therein? And the warner had come to you. So taste [the punishment], for the wrongdoers have no helper.

Section 5

[Fatir 35:38] Indeed, Allah is the Knower of the unseen aspects of the heavens and the earth. Indeed, He is Knowing of that within the breasts

[Fatir 35:39] It is He who has made you successors upon the earth. So whoever disbelieves, the consequence of his disbelief will be against himself. And the disbelief of the disbelievers only increases their Lord’s displeasure, and their disbelief only leads them to greater ruin.

[Fatir 35:40] Say, “Show me those you have attached to Him as partners. No, rather He [alone] is Allah, the Powerful, the Wise Creator of the heavens and the earth. And they have no share in the heavens nor do they possess any part thereof. Nor is there for Him any assistant from among them.”

[Fatir 35:41] Allah keeps the heavens and the earth from falling apart. If they were to fall apart, no one could hold them together except Him. Surely, He is Most Clement, Most Forgiving.

[Fatir 35:42] They swore their strongest oaths by Allah that if a warner came to them, they would be more guided than any other community. Yet when a warner did come to them, it only increased their aversion,

[Fatir 35:43] Behaving arrogantly upon the earth and plotting evil. But the evil plot recoils only upon those who devise it. So do they await anything except the precedent of the former peoples? You will never find any alteration in Allah’s way, and you will never find any change in Allah’s way.

[Fatir 35:44] Have they not traveled through the land and observed how those before them met their end? They were stronger than them in power, and they tilled the earth and developed it more than they have developed it. Their messengers came to them with clear signs, and Allah would never have wronged them, but they wronged themselves.

[Fatir 35:45] Then evil was the end of those who did evil, because they denied the signs of Allah and used to ridicule them. Allah begins creation and then repeats it, then to Him you will be returned.

YAA-SEEN

[Yaa-Seen 36:1] Yaa-Seen. [These are] the letters of the Arabic alphabet, and only Allah and those to whom He reveals know their precise meanings.

[Yaa-Seen 36:2] By the oath of the wise Qur’an,

[Yaa-Seen 36:3] You, indeed, are one of the Noble Messengers,

[Yaa-Seen 36:4] On the straight path.

[Yaa-Seen 36:5] This Quran is sent down by the Almighty, the Most Merciful,

[Yaa-Seen 36:6] So that you may warn a people whose forefathers were not warned, so they are unaware.

[Yaa-Seen 36:7] Indeed, the word has come into effect upon most of them, so they do not believe.

[Yaa-Seen 36:8] Indeed, We have put shackles around their necks, reaching up to their chins, so they are stiff-necked.

[Yaa-Seen 36:9] And We have put before them a barrier and behind them a barrier, and covered them, so they do not see.

[Yaa-Seen 36:10] And it is all the same for them whether you warn them or do not warn them – they will not believe.

[Yaa-Seen 36:11] You can only warn one who follows the message and fears the Most Gracious, unseen. So give him good tidings of forgiveness and noble reward.

[Yaa-Seen 36:12] Indeed, We will surely bring the dead to life, and We record what they have put forth and what they left behind, and We have enumerated everything in a clear record.

Section 2

[Yaa-Seen 36:13] And tell them the story of the people of the city when two messengers came to them.

[Yaa-Seen 36:14] We sent two messengers to them, but they rejected both. So We strengthened them with a third, and they all said, “We have been sent to you as messengers.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:15] They said, “You are merely human beings like us. The Most Merciful has not sent down anything. You are only lying.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:16] The messengers replied, “Our Lord knows that we have indeed been sent to you.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:17] “Our duty is only to convey the message clearly.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:18] The people of the city said, “We consider you an evil omen. If you do not stop, we will certainly stone you, and a painful punishment from us will surely befall you.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:19] The messengers said, “Your evil omen is with yourselves. Do you say this because you are advised? Nay, you are a people transgressing all bounds!”

[Yaa-Seen 36:20] Then from the farthest part of the city, a man came running. He said, “O my people, follow the messengers!”

[Yaa-Seen 36:21] “Follow those who do not ask any fee from you and are rightly guided.”

PART 23

[Yaa-Seen 36:22] “And why should I not worship Him Who created me, and to Whom you shall all be returned?”

[Yaa-Seen 36:23] “Shall I take gods besides Allah? If the Most Merciful intends to harm me, their intercession will be of no benefit for me, nor can they save me.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:24] “I would indeed then be in open error.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:25] “Indeed, I have believed in your Lord, so listen to me.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:26] It was said to him, “Enter Paradise.” He said, “If only my people knew!”

[Yaa-Seen 36:27] “Of how my Lord has forgiven me and placed me among the honored ones.”

Section 3

[Yaa-Seen 36:28] After him, We did not unleash any heavenly army against his people, nor did We intend to do so.

[Yaa-Seen 36:29] It was just a single scream, and they were wiped out.

[Yaa-Seen 36:30] And it will be said, “Woe to the servants! Whenever a noble messenger came to them, they mocked him.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:31] Have they not seen how many generations We have destroyed before them, generations that will not return?

[Yaa-Seen 36:32] And all of them, without exception, will be brought before Us.

Section 3

[Yaa-Seen 36:33] Another sign for them is the lifeless earth: We bring it to life and produce from it grains for them to eat.

[Yaa-Seen 36:34] And We made gardens of date palms and grapevines grow in it, and We caused springs to gush forth, so that they may eat of its fruit—though it was not their hands that made it. So will they not be grateful?

[Yaa-Seen 36:36] Glory to Him Who created all pairs: from what the earth produces, and from themselves, and from things unknown to them.

[Yaa-Seen 36:37] And a sign for them is the night: We strip the day from it, and there they are, in darkness.

[Yaa-Seen 36:38] The sun runs its course to a fixed place. This is the design of the Almighty, the All-Knowing.

[Yaa-Seen 36:39] And for the moon, We have determined phases until it becomes like an old palm branch.

[Yaa-Seen 36:40] It is not for the sun to overtake the moon, nor does the night outpace the day. They all float in an orbit.

[Yaa-Seen 36:41] Another sign for them is that We carried their forefathers in a laden ship.

[Yaa-Seen 36:42] And We have created similar ships for them, on which they sail.

[Yaa-Seen 36:43] And if We will, We could drown them, leaving them without rescue, nor could they be saved.

[Yaa-Seen 36:44] Except for a mercy from Us, and a temporary enjoyment.

[Yaa-Seen 36:45] But when they are told, “Beware of what is before you and what is behind you, so that you may receive mercy,” they turn away.

[Yaa-Seen 36:46] And whenever a sign comes to them from the signs of their Lord, they always turn away from it.

[Yaa-Seen 36:47] And when they are told, “Spend from what Allah has provided you,” the disbelievers say to the believers, “Should we feed those whom Allah could have fed if He had willed?” You are only in clear error.

[Yaa-Seen 36:48] And they say, “When will this promise be fulfilled if you are truthful?”

[Yaa-Seen 36:49] They await nothing but a single blast, which will seize them while they dispute among themselves.

[Yaa-Seen 36:50] Then they will not be able to make a will, nor return to their families.

Section 4

[Yaa-Seen 36:51] The Trumpet will be blown, and they will come out from their graves, hurrying to their Lord.

[Yaa-Seen 36:52] They will say, “Woe to us! Who has resurrected us from our sleeping place? This is what the Most Merciful promised, and the messengers were truthful.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:53] It will be but one blast, and all of them will be brought before Us.

[Yaa-Seen 36:54] So today no soul will be wronged in the least; and you will not be recompensed except for what you used to do.

[Yaa-Seen 36:55] Indeed, on this day, the inhabitants of Paradise are in comfort, rejoicing in their happiness.

[Yaa-Seen 36:56] They and their spouses will be in shade, reclining on thrones.

[Yaa-Seen 36:57] For them are fruits and whatever they call for.

[Yaa-Seen 36:58] “Peace!” is the word from a Merciful Lord.

[Yaa-Seen 36:59] “But be separate this Day, O criminals!”

[Yaa-Seen 36:60] “O Children of Adam! Did I not take upon you an oath that you would not worship Satan, as he is your manifest enemy,”

[Yaa-Seen 36:61] “And that you would worship Me? This is the straight path.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:62] “Yet he led a great multitude of you astray. Did you not understand?”

[Yaa-Seen 36:63] “This is Hell, which you were promised.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:64] “Enter it today because of your disbelief.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:65] On this Day We will seal their mouths, and their hands will speak to Us, and their feet will testify to what they used to earn.

[Yaa-Seen 36:66] And if We willed, We could have blinded their eyes, and they would race to find the way. But how could they see?

[Yaa-Seen 36:67] And if We willed, We could disfigure them in their places so they would not be able to proceed, nor could they return.

Section 5

[Yaa-Seen 36:68] And whomever We grant old age, We reverse in creation. So will they not understand?

[Yaa-Seen 36:69] And We did not teach Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) poetry, nor would it be fitting for him. This is not but a reminder and a clear Qur’an

[Yaa-Seen 36:70] To warn those who are alive (spiritually aware), and to establish the word against the disbelievers.

[Yaa-Seen 36:71] Have they not seen that We have created for them from Our handiwork the cattle, of which they are the owners?

[Yaa-Seen 36:72] And We have subjected these animals to them, so they ride some of them and eat from them.

[Yaa-Seen 36:73] And in these animals are benefits and drinks for them. So will they not be grateful?

[Yaa-Seen 36:74] Yet they have chosen deities besides Allah, hoping to be helped.

[Yaa-Seen 36:75] But those deities cannot assist them, and they will be brought before Us as captives with their followers.

[Yaa-Seen 36:76] So do not grieve over what they say. We certainly know what they conceal and what they reveal.

[Yaa-Seen 36:77] Has man not seen that We created him from a mere sperm-drop? Yet, he is a manifest quarreler.

[Yaa-Seen 36:78] And he presents to Us an example and forgets his own creation. He says, “Who will give life to bones while they are decayed?”

[Yaa-Seen 36:79] Say, “He will give them life who produced them the first time; and He is, of all creation, Knowing.”

[Yaa-Seen 36:80] [He] who made for you from the green tree, fire, and then from it you ignite.

[Yaa-Seen 36:81] Is not He who created the heavens and the earth able to create the like of them? Yes, [it is so]; and He is the Knowing Creator.

[Yaa-Seen 36:82] His command is only when He intends a thing that He says to it, “Be,” and it is.

[Yaa-Seen 36:83] So blessed is He in whose hand is the realm of all things, and to Him you will be returned.

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