Al Qur'an: The parable of the beautiful yet fragile cobweb and those who make fragile foundation of their faith based on shirk

Al Qur'an, though revealed in the Arabic language, is much easy to understand for its ayat / verses are straight forward and spelt out clearly for everyone to understand the Divine message. Yet at places stories of the past nations are presented as co-reference and correlation. At places parables are mentioned for man likes fiction more than Divine language.

The 41st verse of Al-‘Ankabūt (The Spider) is one of the parables mentioned in Al Qur'an equating the beautiful and intricate spider web, which though seems beautiful, yet is so fragile that it can fragment with little touch of the blowing air, with those who lay the foundation of their faith on shirk - a building so fragile that can crumble with a whisper of the Lord of the universe.

Let us examine the 41st verse of Surah Al-‘Ankabūt with reference to the context and its relevance and correlation to our life today.

The Verse:

مَثَلُ ٱلَّذِينَ ٱتَّخَذُوا۟ مِن دُونِ ٱللَّهِ أَوْلِيَآءَ كَمَثَلِ ٱلْعَنكَبُوتِ ٱتَّخَذَتْ بَيْتًۭا ۖ وَإِنَّ أَوْهَنَ ٱلْبُيُوتِ لَبَيْتُ ٱلْعَنكَبُوتِ ۖ لَوْ كَانُوا۟ يَعْلَمُونَ

"The example of those who take allies besides Allah is like that of the spider who builds a house; and indeed, the frailest of houses is the house of the spider — if only they knew."

Context & Link to Preceding Verses

In the previous verses, that is verses 39-40, mention of the past nations (Qārūn, Pharaoh, Hāmān, and others) is made which were destroyed for their arrogance and rejection of Allah’s message. They considered their deities to be stronger than the soul Lord of the world and hinged their faith on them for their protection against any disaster. These verses show that no amount of worldly power or false support can protect a person from Allah’s punishment.

Herein under are the verses 36-40 for correlation to verse 41:

(29:36) And We sent to Midian their brother Shuayb. He said: “My people, serve Allah and look forward to the Last Day and do not go about the earth committing mischief.” (29:37) But they denounced him as a liar. So a mighty earthquake overtook them, and by the morning they lay overturned in their houses.

(29:38) And We destroyed Ad and Thamud, whose dwellings you have observed. Satan had embellished their deeds for them and had turned them away from the Right Path although they were a people of clear perception. (29:39) And We destroyed Qarun (Korah) and Pharaoh and Haman. Moses came to them with Clear Signs but they waxed arrogant in the land although they could not have outstripped (Us).

(29:40) So We seized each for their sin. We let loose upon some a violent tornado with showers of stones; some were overtaken by a mighty Cry;69 some were caused to be swallowed up by the earth,70 and some We drowned. Allah would not wrong them, but it is they who wronged themselves.

Verse 41, thus, comes as a parable: those who seek protection, blessings, or salvation from anyone other than Allah — be it idols, spirits, saints, or any creation — are like someone seeking shelter in a spider’s web: appearing like a home, but fragile and useless in real danger.

Meaning of the Spider Parable

• A spider’s web may look intricate and beautiful but is weak and cannot shield its resident from harm.
• Similarly, false gods, saints, spirits, or “allies” besides Allah may appear to offer help, but in reality:
• They cannot create, sustain, or protect (cf. 22:73 — even a fly they cannot produce).
• On the Day of Judgment, they will disclaim their worshippers (cf. 10:28–29).

Relevance Today — Including Muslims Who Fall into Shirk

This verse has two audiences, the Non Muslims and even many Muslims. Let us see how:

• Non Muslims: 
• As for Non Muslims, their basic foundation of faith hinges mainly on their worldly deities, though some have some semblance of a distant deity. Some even acknowledge the presence of a Supreme Being up in the heavens, yet they associate worldly deities to be partners with the Lord of the world, who they claim share the powers of the one true God. Some even go to the extent of calling their deities at par with the God and refer to them more rather than the true God. 
• This has always been the bone of contention between the prophets Divinely sent and those worshiping their worldly deities. And when many nations did not cede to the Divine Commandments and even hurt and killed the prophets, they were subjected to the divine wrath and their strong stone house built in mountains caved in destroying all the idolaters.
• Muslims: Although most of the Muslims accept the presence of one true God, called Allah, there are yet some who still cling to the culture and traditions of the past and still engage in practices that contradict pure Tawḥīd, like:
• Bowing, prostrating, or making du‘ā’ at graves of saints.
• Believing the dead can independently fulfill needs or protect from harm.
• Using charms, amulets, or spiritual intermediaries believing they have power without Allah’s will.
• Such acts resemble the spider’s web — they provide no real help and may lead to major shirk, the gravest sin in Islam (4:48).

Thus while this ayat points towards the non Muslims, it also warn those Muslims with weak faith and inclinations.

Qur’anic & Prophetic Reinforcement

• Qur’an:
• "Do not call upon anyone besides Allah — such will neither benefit you nor harm you. If you do so, you will surely be of the wrongdoers." (10:106)
• "And the mosques are for Allah, so do not invoke anyone with Allah." (72:18)
• Hadith:
• Prophet ﷺ said: “When you ask, ask Allah; and when you seek help, seek help from Allah.” (Tirmidhī, 2516)
• He forbade taking graves as places of worship: “Do not sit on graves nor pray towards them.” (Muslim, 972)

Lessons for today

• Tawḥīd is the strongest shelter — like a solid fortress (Surah Tauba 9:51 — “Nothing will happen to us except what Allah has decreed”).
• Shirk makes your spiritual foundation fragile, like a spider’s web.
• Even cultural or inherited acts of reverence that contradict Tawḥīd must be abandoned.
• True help, protection, and provision come only from Allah.

We need to get out of the world of illusions, false hopes, false deities who themselves are unaware of their fate on the Judgement Day. Let our faith be the faith of Allah conveyed to us by chosen prophets. Let us follow the unadulterated Divine scriptures which have been changed in substance to trick and mislead the true devotees. 

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from Sürah 29. Al-‘Ankabūt (The Spider) for verses from this Surah

You may also refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.

For more Selected Subjects, please refer to our reference page: Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects and our reference page: Selected Verses from the Qur'an. .

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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Al-Qurʾān: Selected verses from: Sürah 29. Al-‘Ankabūt (The Spider)

Sürah Al-‘Ankabūt "العنكبوت" (The Spider), with 69 ayat / verses and seven rukus, part of Juz 19-20, is the 29th chapter of Al-Qurʾān. The Sürah's name comes from a parable mentioned in verse 41 comparing the flimsy and weak reliance of those who take allies other than Allah to a spider's shelter, underscoring the fragile nature of their false beliefs. 

It is a Meccan surah, meaning it was revealed before the Hijra to Medina. It emphasizes the importance of faith and testing, particularly during times of tribulation, patience in trials, falsehood of shirk, reality of life. It also features mention of many a prophet, highlighting their struggles against disbelief and corruption.

We have already shared an Overview and the Tafseer / Exegesis of the Surah which can be read from links given below:

| Overview | Exegesis |

Herein under we only present a bird eye view of Sūrah Al-Muʼminun for the scope of this post is to provide links to some of the selected verses from this Sūrah for selective reading / references.

Why It’s Named After the Spider

The Sürah takes its name form the ayat / verse 41: “The example of those who take protectors other than Allah is that of the spider who takes a home. And indeed, the weakest of homes is the home of the spider, if they only knew.”

The spider’s web looks intricate and beautiful, but it’s extremely fragile — a metaphor for:

• The weakness of relying on false gods or human constructs.
• The emptiness of shirk (associating partners with Allah).
• How anything besides Allah cannot truly protect or sustain.

Overview & Themes

• Tests of Faith
• Opening verses (1–3) make it clear that believers will be tested to prove their sincerity.
• Tests come through hardships, persecution, and temptations.
• Stories of Past Prophets

• Examples of Nūḥ, Ibrāhīm, Lūṭ, Shu‘ayb, Hūd, and Mūsā — all faced rejection but remained steadfast.
• Lessons from their perseverance.
• Warning to Rejecters
• Past nations destroyed for disbelief.
• Encouragement to take lessons from history.
• The Spider’s Web Parable: Those relying on anything besides Allah are like spiders trusting in their web — apparent shelter but actual weakness.
• Call to Migration: Verse 56 encourages believers under persecution to migrate for the sake of faith if needed.
• Promise to Strivers: Ends with: “Those who strive in Our cause — We will surely guide them to Our ways…” (29:69).

Key Lessons

1. Faith Will Be Tested

•  “Do people think they will be left alone saying, ‘We believe’ without being tested?” (29:2) 
• We must expect trials as part of faith.

2. Steadfastness Brings Divine Support Every prophet faced rejection but was ultimately helped by Allah.

3. Shirk is Fragile Like a spider’s web — no matter how it looks, it cannot withstand reality.

4. Take Lessons from History Civilizations collapse when they ignore divine guidance.

5. Make Hijrah if Needed Protecting faith may mean leaving one’s home for a place where one can worship freely.

6. Effort Brings Guidance Striving for Allah’s cause guarantees His help and direction.

5. Relevance Today

• Reminds us not to depend on worldly powers, wealth, or people as ultimate sources of security.
• Encourages resilience under social or political pressure.
• Warns against false ideologies and hollow systems.
• Inspires migration from harmful environments — physically, spiritually, and morally.

With this brief overview, let us share herein some of the selected ayat / verses from this surah already shared:

• Verse 2: Do believers think they would be let go merely by saying: “We believe,” and that they will not be tested?
• Verse 4: Do the Evil Doers suppose that they will escape the Divine Grasp?
• Verse 8: Can a faithful child Disobey his parents?
• Verse 41: Al Qur'an:  The parable of the beautiful yet fragile cobweb and those who make fragile foundation of their faith based on shirk
• Verse 45: What single action of believers forbids indecency and evil
• Verse 46: Argue not with the People of the Book except in the fairest manner
• Verse 64:  The worldly life is mere amusement. The true life is in the Hereafter; if only they knew

In time we will add more selected ayat / verses from Sürah Al-‘Ankabūt.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.

For more Selected Subjects, please refer to our reference page: Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects and our reference page: Selected Verses from the Qur'an. .

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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What are the Seven Ordained and Seven Forbidden - Hadith Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Islam is not restricted to reciting Al Qur'an and the Hadith books for unless what is ordained and directed, the life of a Muslim cannot be complete. In fact Qur'an and Sunnah guide us in our personal development and community ethics as per the Divine directions. These two aspects and many related facets of our lives determine the level of morality both at individual level and at the community / tribe or national level.

Before we proceed with the Hadith we are going to discuss, let us hurriedly see what morality really means:

Morality is a personal or social system of beliefs and principles that distinguishes between right and wrong, good and bad, and appropriate and improper behavior. Derived from the Latin word for "manner" or "character," morality involves standards for thoughts and actions, enabling individuals to live cooperatively and peacefully within a society by promoting trust, fairness, and empathy. Morality serves as a code of conduct, though its specific principles can vary across cultures, religions, and individuals, and may evolve over time. 

Let’s now explore a Hadith attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ as mentioned in Sahīh al-Bukhārī 1239 in depth that guides us in personal development and community ethics.

The Hadith

Narrated Al-Barāʾ ibn ʿĀzib (raḥimahullāh), the Prophet ﷺ ordered us to do seven things and forbade us from seven things. 

He ordained to:

• Follow the funeral processions
• Visit the sick
• Accept invitations
• Help the oppressed
• Fulfill oaths
• Return greetings (as-salām)
• Respond to a sneezer who says “Al-ḥamdu lillāh” with “Yarḥamukallāh”

He prohibited from:

• Using silver utensils and dishes
• Wearing gold rings
• Wearing silk, as well as dibāj, qissī, and istabrāq (luxurious fabrics) 

Qur'anic Foundations & Related Sunnah

• Social Ethics & Community Solidarity
• Following funerals & visiting the sick: While there's no direct Qurʾānic verse on this, the importance of compassion and community support is emphasized throughout. The Prophet ﷺ also framed these acts among the key rights of a Muslim over another 
• Helping the oppressed: “Help the oppressed—even if you cannot save them from oppression, at the very least you forbid them from it. And if that is not possible, help in other ways.” (Prophetic teaching, as narrated in Sunan Ibn Mājah)
• Returning Salaam and replying to the sneezer: 
• “When one of you greets, let him say: As-salāmu ʿalaykum.” (Sunan Abū Dāwūd) - And “When someone says ‘Al-ḥamdu lillāh - ٱلْحَمْدُ لِلَّٰهِ’ - "Praise be to Allah" after sneezing, the response is ‘Yarḥamukallāh (يَرْحَمُكَ اللهُ) - May Allah have mercy on you.’” 
• These express social grace and empathy.
• Honoring Contracts
• Fulfilling oaths: “O you who believe! When you contract a debt for a fixed term, write it down; and let a scribe write it with justice...” (Qurʾān 2:282) 
• This demonstrates Islam’s emphasis on accountability and trust.
• Avoiding Materialism & Ostentation
• Prohibition on luxurious items
• Wearing silken clothes that give out an aura of pride and wealth is tangent to the concept of simplicity in Islam. The display of such clothes and expression of pomp and show has a negative effect on the poor who cannot afford such luxuries.
• In today's life, even wearing expensive watches, diamond and gold ornament, carrying expensive bag also fall in the same category of silken clothes.
• The Prophet ﷺ discouraged extravagance because it can lead to pride and away from humility, aligning with Qurʾān: “Truly, those who are extravagant are the brethren of the shayāṭīn…” (Qurʾān 17:27)
• This prohibition helps cultivate modest living and sincerity.

Lessons & Relevance Today

• Building Compassionate Communities
• Following funerals and visiting the sick show solidarity and remind us of life’s fragility.
• Helping the oppressed preserves justice and empathy, especially where modern injustice may prevail.
• Maintaining Social Etiquette: Responding to greetings and sneezing fosters warmth, unity, and mindfulness in interpersonal dealings.
• Upholding Integrity: Fulfilling oaths emphasizes that promises and contracts are serious matters — this principle applies broadly to business, legal, and personal commitments.
• Promoting Sincerity and Humility: Avoiding luxury is relevant in our consumer-driven culture; it promotes modesty, prevents envy, and keeps priorities aligned with spiritual values.

To summarize the above explanation, here is the impact of our actions based on the theme of the Hadith:

• Expression of Compassion by following funerals, visiting the sick, helping the oppressed strengthens community bonds
• Demonstration of Social Courtesy by accepting invitations, returning greetings, responding to sneezing cultivates warmth and unity
• Fulfilling oaths expresses one's integrity and builds trust and accountability
• Show of Humility by avoiding luxury goods encourages modesty and spiritual focus

In short: Hadīth 1239 isn’t just a list of dos and don'ts — it’s a blueprint for a compassionate, humble, and ethically conscious community. Each directive fosters spiritual balance and social harmony, grounded deeply in the Qurʾān and Sunnah.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our exclusive reference page Prophet Muhammad ﷺ about Morality for more etiquettes attributed to Prophet Muhammad.

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing. one may also consult local Muslim Imaan of the masjid for more clarification.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended to "force" preach, convert, or criticize any belief system. The views shared are meant to inspire dialogue, understanding, and reflection. Viewer discretion is advised, especially for those navigating sensitive religious experiences. Always seek knowledge with an open heart and mind.

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Al-Qurʾān: Selected verses Sūrah 25. Al-Furqān (The Criterion)

In our series of posts on Selected verses from selected Sūrahs of Al-Qurʾān, today we share the overall view and selected verses from the 25th Sūrah Al-Furqān " اَلْفُرْقَانْ‎ " (The Criterion). This Sūrah, with 77 verses and six Rukus part of Juzʼ 18 to 19, is named Al-Furqān from the 4th word in the very 1st āyāt. Al-Furqan refers to the Qur'an itself  as the standard that distinguishes truth from falsehood. The Sūrah was revealed entirely in Makkah with strong focus on Tawḥīd, Risālah, and Ākhirah.

Understanding the Arabic words mentioned above:

• "Tawḥīd"  (Arabic: التَوحيد) is the fundamental Islamic doctrine of the indivisible oneness of God (Allah). It is the central concept upon which a Muslim's faith is built, affirming that God is one and has no partners, associates, or equals. The concept of Tawḥīd encompasses the belief in God's unique essence, attributes, and actions, and it forms the basis of a Muslim's worship and submission solely to Allah.
• "Risālah" (Arabic: رِسالة) means the 'message', and the belief that Allah chose special people to communicate his word to humanity. It refers to 'prophethood' and represents the various ways Allah communicates with humanity to reveal his messages.
• "Ākhirah" (Arabic: الآخرة)  is an Arabic term meaning "the Hereafter" or "the Last Day," referring to the concept of life after death in Islam, including resurrection, Judgment Day, and eternal life in either Heaven or Hell. It is a fundamental pillar of Islamic belief, emphasizing that this worldly life is a temporary phase and that one's actions have eternal consequences. 

Context (Asbāb al-Nuzūl)

The Sūrah was revealed at a time when the pagans of Makkah and the influential and dominating tribe of the Quraysh were ridiculing the Prophet ﷺ and the Qur’an. They objected to:

• Why was the Qur’an not revealed to a wealthy or influential man? (25:7–8)
• Why does the Prophet eat food and walk in markets like ordinary men? (25:20)
• Why no visible angels or treasures? (25:21)

The Sūrah thus responds by reaffirming:

• The Qur’an’s divine origin.
• The universality of the prophetic message.
• The fate of those who reject divine guidance.

Overall Theme

The Qur’an as the ultimate criterion to judge belief and actions, contrasted with the qualities and fate of believers vs. disbelievers. It teaches that success is for those who accept the Qur’an and follow the Prophet ﷺ, while those who reject it face certain ruin.

The Sūrah emphasizes (verses 68–70) that there is no sin, however great, that cannot be forgiven if sincerely repented, showing faith and working with righteous deeds.

Major Subjects

• The Qur’an’s Divine Status
• Begins with: "Blessed is He who sent down the Criterion to His servant, that he may be a warner to the worlds" (25:1).
• Qur’an is described as the clear standard for truth and guidance.
• Refutation of Polytheism
• Allah has no partner in creation (25:2–3).
• False gods cannot benefit or harm.
• The Prophet’s Humanity: Rejection of the argument that a prophet must be supernatural (25:7–9, 25:20).
• Historical Lessons: Stories of past nations destroyed for denying prophets (25:35–40).
• Scenes from the Day of Judgment
• Regret of disbelievers for not following the Prophet (25:27–29).
• The Prophet’s complaint: “My people have abandoned this Qur’an.” (25:30)
• The Qualities of ‘Ibād al-Raḥmān (Servants of the Most Merciful)
• Humility, patience, night prayers, moderation, avoidance of shirk, murder, and immorality (25:63–68).
• They turn away from ignorance, ponder Allah’s signs, and seek protection from Hell.

Lessons & Relevance for Today

1. Qur’an is the Criterion: In an age of conflicting ideologies, Qur’an remains the final measure for truth and morality.
2. Success is Not in Wealth or Status: Leadership in faith is about piety and truth, not worldly rank (25:7–8).
3. Human Nature of the Prophet: Teaches us to respect him as Allah’s Messenger while acknowledging his humanity — avoiding extremes.
4. History Repeats: Nations that rejected divine guidance fell, just as modern societies risk collapse if they abandon moral principles.
5. Accountability: On Judgment Day, excuses won’t work — following false influences will lead to regret (25:27–29).
6. Becoming ‘Ibād al-Raḥmān: A life goal: embody humility, moderation, patience, and sincerity in worship. Night prayer and constant remembrance keep the heart alive.

Surah Al-Furqān confronts arrogance, upholds the Qur’an as the ultimate measure of truth, and paints a vivid contrast between the arrogance of disbelievers and the humility of Allah’s true servants. For today’s world, it’s a reminder that truth is not decided by majority or power — but by revelation.

We have already published detailed exegesis of the Surah which can be accessed from links Sürah 25. Al Furqan (The Criterion).

We now share some of the verses from Sūrah Al-Furqān which have already been published covering some important messages:

• Verse 01: Qur'ān - The Al Furqan (The Criterion): Warner for the entire Mankind
• Verse 02: One of the most comprehensive verses of the Quran on doctrine of Tawhid
• Verse 44: Who are merely like cattle; nay, even worse than them
• Verse 58: 
• Trust in the Ever Living One Who dies not - And the All-Knower of the sins of His servants
• Put your trust in the Ever Living One Who dies not
• Verse 63: Who are the true servants of Allah
• Verse 65: Our Lord! Ward off from us the chastisement of Hell, for its chastisement is one that clings
• Verses 65-66: Our Lord! Ward off from us the chastisement of Hell - Verily it is a wretched abode
• Verse 70: The Divine promise of Hope and Redemption in Qur'an
• Verse 73: Important DOs and DON'Ts from Qur'an: Walk on earth Gently
• Verse 74: 
• Our Lord! Grant us that our spouses and our offspring be a joy to our eyes
• Our Lord! grant unto us wives and offspring who will be the comfort of our eyes

In time we will continue to add more selected verses from Surah .7 Al-A'raf for information of our readers.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.

For more Selected Subjects, please refer to our reference page: Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects and our reference page: Selected Verses from the Qur'an. .

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

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An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

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Who are the blessed ones whose reward has been Divinely promised

Most of us work for admiration and reward at our work places. There is hardly anyone who works selflessly above the desire to earn appreciation and a fillip on his shoulder. But what if we are still sincere in our approach, follow the straight path shown to us by our Lord and yet still not seeking a reward, but we still are rewarded for our humility, sincerity and holding fast to the rope of Allah?

The following 170th verse from Surah 7. Al A'raf brings good tidings to those mentioned above;

The Verse

وَالَّذِيۡنَ يُمَسِّكُوۡنَ بِالۡـكِتٰبِ وَاَقَامُوا الصَّلٰوةَ ؕ اِنَّا لَا نُضِيۡعُ اَجۡرَ الۡمُصۡلِحِيۡنَ‏ 

(7:170) Those who hold fast to the Book and establish Prayer - We shall not allow the reward of such righteous men to go to waste.

Let us see the context from the previous verses from the Surah and expand its meaning with refference to similar verses from Al Qur'an and Hadiths of Prophet Muhammad صلى الله عليه وسلم:

Context in Surah Al-A‘rāf

• The previous verses (7:168–169) talk about the Children of Israel — how some followed Allah’s commands, while others became negligent.
• Clear criticism of those who have given their pledges through the Scriptures and who have studied them thoroughly is implied. That is because they do not hold fast to the Scriptures they studied, and do not implement their teachings, or refer to them in formulating their concepts and deciding their behaviour. However, this verse remains general in its import, addressing all generations and all situations.
• Verse 170 shifts to praising those who cling firmly to Allah’s revealed Book and maintain regular prayer.
• It’s a universal principle — not limited to Israel — that applies to all who uphold Allah’s guidance.

Key Phrases

• "Hold fast to the Book":
• The very expression, “hold fast to the Scriptures”, gives a vivid image that we can almost see and feel. It is the image of holding the book with strength and seriousness. This is how God likes His book to be approached, without rigidity or narrow- mindedness. Strength and seriousness are totally different from rigidity and narrow- mindedness. They are not opposed to ease, broad vision and compatibility with day- to-day life, but they are opposed to looseness, carelessness, and giving human practices precedence over God’s law. Indeed, what people do must always be subject to God’s law.
• Holding fast with strength and seriousness to what God has revealed and attending regularly to prayers, which is here a reference to all aspects of worship, are the twin essential factors of the divine method that aims at setting human life on the right footing. The way this Qur’ānic verse clearly links holding fast to the Scriptures with attending to worship is significant. It shows that implementing divine revelations in human life gives it the right basis, and that proper worship reforms human rights. Thus, the two operate in everyday life as well as in human hearts and set them both aright.
• "Establish prayer"
• We should protect our prayer (ṣalāh) and establish it at the appropriate timings of the day and night because the Qur’an and Sunnah make it clear that it is the pillar of our faith, the first deed to be accounted for, and the lifeline between us and Allah.
• Allah does not just tell us to pray — He tells us to protect it: “Guard strictly the prayers, especially the middle prayer, and stand before Allah with devotion.” (2:238)
• “And those who carefully maintain their prayer — they will be in gardens, honored.” (70:34–35)
• It should be ensured that Praying is with khushū‘ (focus and humility), and following the correct form as taught by the Prophet ﷺ.
• Establishment of prayer is also the Barrier Against Sin: Allah says: “Indeed, prayer restrains from shameful and unjust deeds…” (29:45)
• Establishment of prayer is a constant connection with Allah. Five daily prayers keep the believer constantly connected to Allah, refocusing the heart multiple times a day. Protecting prayer is protecting that spiritual lifeline.
• "We will not waste the reward" → Allah guarantees that the efforts of sincere reformers will always bear fruit, even if unseen in this life.

Related Qur’anic Verses

• a) Holding Fast to the Book
• “And hold firmly to the rope of Allah all together and do not become divided.” (3:103)
• "Rope of Allah" is explained by scholars as the Qur’an and Islam.
• “And this is a Book We have revealed, blessed, so follow it and fear Allah that you may receive mercy.” (6:155)
• b) Establishing Prayer
• “…and establish prayer and give zakah, and whatever good you put forward for yourselves – you will find it with Allah.” (2:110)
• “…and establish prayer; indeed, prayer prohibits immorality and wrongdoing, and the remembrance of Allah is greater.” (29:45)
• c) Reward Not Wasted
• “Indeed, We do not allow to be lost the reward of the doers of good.” (18:30)
• “Whoever does righteousness, whether male or female, while he is a believer – We will surely cause him to live a good life…” (16:97)

Supporting Hadiths

• a) On Holding to Qur’an and Sunnah
• The Prophet ﷺ said: “I am leaving among you two things, you will never go astray as long as you hold fast to them: the Book of Allah and my Sunnah.”
• This is the moot point of the farewell address of Prophet ﷺ at the occasion of Hajj in the year 10 AH, which corresponds to 632 CE. This historic pilgrimage is known as the Farewell Pilgrimage (Hajjat al-Wida) and included his final sermon, establishing the foundational rites of Hajj.
• b) On the Reward of Good Deeds
• The Prophet ﷺ said: “Allah does not wrong the believer with regard to his good deeds. He will be granted provision in this world and rewarded in the Hereafter…” (Muslim 2588)

Lessons & Relevance Today

• Foundation of Righteous Reform → True societal reform starts with commitment to divine guidance (Qur’an) and regular prayer.
• No Effort is Lost → Even if reforms are not recognized by people, Allah preserves the reward.
• Balance of Belief and Action → Faith must be coupled with action — holding the Book in one hand and prayer in the other.
• Protection from Deviation → Consistency in these two deeds shields from corruption in faith and morals.

Today, most of us have distanced ourselves from understanding the Divine guidance given in Al Qur'an and are too engrossed in earning our bread and butter due to which we miss prayers or even if we do offer prayers, we want to hurry it off or useless thoughts keep floating in our mind. Unless we seek guidance from Qur'an in all matters of our lives and keep getting connected to Allah through prayers five times a day, our life remains useless. 

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

Please refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from Surah 7 Al A'raf for verses from this Surah.

You may also refer to our exclusive reference page: Selected verses from selected Surahs of Al-Qurʾān for compiled verses from other surahs.

For more Selected Subjects, please refer to our reference page: Selected Verses from Al Qur'an about a Specific Subject (Reference Page) to know more about what Qur'an says about specific subjects and our reference page: Selected Verses from the Qur'an. .

You may also refer to our Reference Pages  and Understanding Al Qur'an for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Reference: | 1 | 2 | 3 |

An effort has been made to gather explanation / exegesis of the surahs and selected verses of Al-Qurʾān from authentic sources and then present a least possible condensed explanation of the surah. In that the exegesis of the chapters of the Quran is mainly based on the "Tafhim al-Qur'an - The Meaning of the Qur'an" by one of the most enlightened scholars of the Muslim World Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi.  

In addition, other sources which have been explored and views of other scholars have been incorporated while explaining meaning of a verse. Those desirous of detailed explanations and tafsir (exegesis), may refer to these sites. For expansion of meaning and themes / contextual background help from ChatGPT is also taken.

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing.

If you like Islam: My Ultimate Decision, and to keep yourself updated on all our latest posts to know more about Islam, follow us on Facebook. You may also refer to our Facebook  Group Islam: The Ultimate Truth for more on Islam and Da'wah.

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My Lord, help me from falling into an abyss - supplication attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ

Supplication (duʿāʾ) is one of the most intimate acts of worship — it’s a direct conversation with Allah, where a believer expresses need, gratitude, and submission. Allah promises to listen to one's supplication and grant the supplicator His infinite mercy to redress one's grievances. In fact, supplication is an acknowledgment that we are dependent on Allah for every matter — big or small.

It is promised: “Call upon Me; I will respond to you. Indeed, those who disdain My worship will enter Hell humiliated.” (40:60)

We have already shared a number of supplications both from Qur'an and Hadiths attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, links given at the end of this post. Today we share a comprehensive supplication which the revered Prophet ﷺ of Allah used to make for the benefit of our readers for these prophetic supplications are very well worded to the Divine mercy into our favour.

Narrated by AbulYusr:

The Messenger of Allah (ﷺ) used to supplicate: "O Allah, I seek refuge in Thee from my house falling on me, I seek refuge in Thee from falling into an abyss, I seek refuge in Thee from drowning burning and decrepitude. I seek refuge in Thee from the devil harming me at the time of my death, I seek refuge in Thee from dying in Thy path while retreating, and I seek refuge in Thee from dying of the sting of a poisonous creature."

حَدَّثَنَا عُبَيْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ عُمَرَ، حَدَّثَنَا مَكِّيُّ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ، حَدَّثَنِي عَبْدُ اللَّهِ بْنُ سَعِيدٍ، عَنْ صَيْفِيٍّ، مَوْلَى أَفْلَحَ مَوْلَى أَبِي أَيُّوبَ عَنْ أَبِي الْيَسَرِ، أَنَّ رَسُولَ اللَّهِ صلى الله عليه وسلم كَانَ يَدْعُو ‏ "‏ اللَّهُمَّ إِنِّي أَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْهَدْمِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ التَّرَدِّي وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ مِنَ الْغَرَقِ وَالْحَرَقِ وَالْهَرَمِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ يَتَخَبَّطَنِي الشَّيْطَانُ عِنْدَ الْمَوْتِ وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ فِي سَبِيلِكَ مُدْبِرًا وَأَعُوذُ بِكَ أَنْ أَمُوتَ لَدِيغًا ‏"‏ ‏.‏

Grade:  Sahih (Al-Albani)   صحيح   (الألباني) حكم   

This hadith quotes a comprehensive supplication covering many facets of danger one may face in one's life and seek mercy of Allah from being fallen prey to these dangers. 

The supplication: 

"O Allah, I seek refuge in You from:

• House / building falling on me (like a collapse);
• Falling into an abyss;
• Drowning, burning, old age (decrepitude);
• Satan afflicting me at the time of death;
• Dying in Your cause while fleeing;
• Dying from the sting of a venomous creature."

This supplication covers various physical, spiritual, and situational harms, reflect the Prophet’s meticulous preparedness and spiritual mindfulness.

What Each Part Represents & Related Qur'anic Teachings

• Physical Calamities:
• House falling, falling into an abyss, drowning, burning
• Illustrate everyday dangers.
• Here abyss does not only mean falling into a deep pit. An "abyss" is a profound, immeasurable depth or void, either a literal vast chasm like the ocean's depths or a figurative situation of extreme difficulty or despair, such as an "abyss of sorrow" or an "abyss of moral depravity". 
• Likewise the harm that one may face due to a falling house, drowning and burning is extremely difficult to bear and one must always seek protection from deaths from such accounts. As for abyss, beside the fear of falling into a deep pit or craves in mountains from where recovery is almost impossible, one must also seek protection from the moral degeneration which takes a man into an abyss of unrecoverable sinful life.
• Allah's promise to help His devoted servants as mentioned in Qur'an when Prophet Abraham was being thrown in to fire for not heeding to the wishes of the idolaters: “…and We said, ‘O fire, be coolness and safety upon Abraham.’” (21:69) — Divine protection in physical peril.
• Old Age (Decrepitude):
• In Islam, seeking protection from old age, especially feebleness and decrepitude, is encouraged because while old age itself is a natural blessing of a long life, the Prophet ﷺ warned against the loss of physical and mental ability that can come with it.
• Old age is a time when more often than not one is all by himself with friends and family may not be near to help. The helplessness of being old is so depressive that it leaves man into a state of almost mental paralysis, beside physical immobility.
• Therefore one must always seek the Divine mercy and protection from frailty.
• The Prophet ﷺ used to seek refuge from reaching a helpless old age:
• “O Allah, I seek refuge with You from cowardice, miserliness, being sent back to a feeble old age, from the trials of this world, and from the punishment of the grave.” 
• Hadith (Bukhari 2822, Muslim 2706)
• This "being sent back" (الرَّدّ إلى أرذل العمر) refers to the stage when a person loses independence, memory, and dignity.ﷺ
• Satan’s Influence at Death:
• Satan is that creature whose enticement is so strong that even Prophet Adam and his wife Eve fell victims to it and were mislead to the extent of being expelled from Paradise.
• There fore, even the Prophet sought protection from confusion or deception at that critical moment.
• One must constantly seek protection from Satanic machination for when the angel fo death finally comes unannounced, the repentance cannot be accepted.
• In a Hadith, it is mentioned: “When an unjust person is dying and his soul reaches the throat, Satan says, ‘Fear Allah!’ and he replies, ‘Fear how? I disobeyed Him since childhood.’” (Musnad Ahmad)
• Dying in Battle While Fleeing:
• Fighting in the cause of Allah and Islam is one of the greatest blessing one can get in one's life. The martyrs in the name of Allah are promised highest place in Jannah (Paradise) by Allah.
• However, it is most detestable Divinely if one runs away from the battlefield for fear of dying. And if such a person dies while fleeing from the battlefield, it’s not just martyrdom, but martyrdom in the right manner. Fleeing contradicts Islamic valor.
• However, if a body of troops is ordered to retreat as part of military strategy and then if infliction is caused to them, they will still be martyrs.
• Therefore to attain martyrdom with honour, one must pray for an honourable death and protection of a disgraceful death while turning one's back and running out of the battle.
• Qur’an: “…so whoever fights in the way of Allah and is killed or achieves victory — We will grant him a great reward.” (4:74)
• The Prophet ﷺ used to seek: “O Allah, I seek refuge with You from cowardice...." (Hadith (Bukhari 2822)
• Death by a Venomous Sting:
• Even the minutest of causes invoked seeking Allah’s protection.
• This reflects awareness that divine decree includes all matters.

Broader Hadith Parallels

The Prophet also sought refuge from other physical and spiritual dangers in additional supplications (Sunan Abū Dāwūd 1554, for leprosy and madness; 1546 for evil thoughts, etc.) Read our earlier post:

• Protection from trials of Fire and evils of richness and poverty  (Abu Dawud Hadith 1543)
• Supplication for protection against Dangerous Diseases (Abu Dawud Hadith 1554)
• For Good Health and Protection from Torment of Grave (Abu Dawud Hadith 5090)

This supplication thus reflects a broader Islamic principle of acknowledging human limitation and seeking Allah's protection in all circumstances.

Lessons We Can Apply Today

• Spiritual Preparedness The Prophet ﷺ prepared in his supplications for both physical and spiritual challenges, especially at death.
• Comprehensive Reliance on Allah We should pray for protection from calamities, ailments, and moral crises — not just common fears.
• Awareness of Mortality Emulating his example helps believers live with purpose and mindfulness of the Hereafter.
• Avoiding Shameful End Seeking refuge from dying while fleeing shows dignity and bravery remains valued in Islam.
• Trust in Allah’s Mercy Whatever the form of harm, turning to Allah is the foremost remedy.

We need not sing songs and rhymes for our forgiveness. Instead we should constantly seek protection of Allah from every harmful event that may cause our death in pain or cowardice.

May Allāh (سبحانه و تعالى‎) help us understand Qur'ān and follow the Sunnah of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, which is embodiment of commandments of Allah contained in the Qur'ān. May Allah help us to be like the ones He loves and let our lives be lived helping others and not making others' lives miserable or unlivable. May all our wrong doings, whether intentional or unintentional, be forgiven before the angel of death knocks on our door. 

وَمَا عَلَيۡنَاۤ اِلَّا الۡبَلٰغُ الۡمُبِيۡنُ‏ 

(36:17) and our duty is no more than to clearly convey the Message.”

That is Our duty is only to convey to you the message that Allah has entrusted us with. Then it is for you to accept it or reject it. We have not been made responsible for making you accept it forcibly, and if you do not accept it, we shall not be seized in consequence of your disbelief, you will yourselves be answerable for your actions on Day of Resurrection.

May Allah forgive me if my posts ever imply a piety far greater than I possess. I am most in need of guidance.

Reading the Qur'ān should be a daily obligation of a Muslim - Reading it with translation will make it meaningful. But reading its Exegesis / Tafsir will make you understand it fully. It will also help the Muslims to have grasp over social issues and their answers discussed in the Qur'an and other matter related to inter faith so that they are able to discuss issues with non-Muslims with authority based on refences from Qur'an.

Note: When we mention God in our posts, we mean One True God, we call Allah in Islam, with no associates. Allah is the Sole Creator of all things, and that Allah is all-powerful and all-knowing. Allah has no offspring, no race, no gender, no body, and is unaffected by the characteristics of human life.

You may refer to our reference: page: Supplications attributed to Prophet Muhammad ﷺ for more prophetic supplications

For more hadiths on varying subjects, refer to our reference page: Sunnah and Hadith of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ to know more about Hadiths and Sunnah of Prophet of Allah. You may also refer to our Reference Pages for knowing more about Islam and Qur'ān.

Photo | Source of Hadith | Help taken from ChatGPT for expanding meaning of the Hadith

Disclaimer: The material for this post has been collected from the references as given above. If anyone differs with the material contained in this post, one may consult the references and their authors.  If someone has more material about the subject, he/she is most welcome to share in the comments box to make the post all encompassing. one may also consult local Muslim Imaan of the masjid for more clarification.

Disclaimer: This post is not intended to "force" preach, convert, or criticize any belief system. The views shared are meant to inspire dialogue, understanding, and reflection. Viewer discretion is advised, especially for those navigating sensitive religious experiences. Always seek knowledge with an open heart and mind.

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