Surah Un-Naas Chapter:114 Arabic Surah Un-Naas Chapter:114 Translation Surah Un-Naas Explanation Surah Un-Naas Chapter:114 Verse 1,2,3 Explanation In this passage, similar to Surah Al-Falaq, instead of simply saying Audhu-billahi (I seek Allah’s refuge), a prayer is presented that seeks refuge by invoking three of Allah’s attributes: First, He is Rabb-in-naas, meaning Sustainer and Provider; second, … Read more
Surah Ut-Takasur Chapter:102 Arabic Surah Ut-Takasur Chapter:102 Translation Surah Ut-Takasur Explanation Surah Ut-Takasur Chapter:102 Verse 1 Explanation The phrase alhakum at-takathur carries a profound meaning that goes beyond a simple explanation. In Arabic, this term describes any activity that engrosses a person to the point where they become unaware of more important aspects of life. … Read more
Surah Ul-Qariya Chapter:101 Arabic Surah Ul-Qariya Chapter:101 Translation Surah Ul-Qariya Explanation Surah Ul-Qariya Chapter:101 Verse 1 Explanation Qariah literally translates to “the striking one.” The term “qar” refers to striking one thing against another with such force that it creates a noise. Given this literal interpretation, “qariah” is often associated with a dreadful disaster or … Read more
Surah Ul-Alaq Chapter:96 Arabic Surah Ul-Alaq Chapter:96 Translation Surah Ul-Alaq Explanation Surah Ul-Alaq Chapter:96 Verse 1 Explanation As we mentioned in the Introduction, when the Angel teached the Prophet (peace be upon him) to read, he answered, “I can’t read!” This suggests that the Angel had presented the words of revelation to him in written … Read more
Surah Ut-Teen Chapter:95 Arabic Surah Ut-Teen Chapter:95 Translation Surah Ut-Teen Explanation Surah Ut-Teen Chapter:95 Verse 1 Explanation There has been considerable debate among commentators regarding the interpretation of this verse. Those who accept this interpretation argue that Allah has sworn by these two fruits due to their notable qualities and benefits. While an Arabic reader … Read more
Surah Us-Sharah Chapter:94 Arabic Surah Us-Sharah Chapter:94 Translation Surah Us-Sharah Explanation Surah Us-Sharah Chapter:94 Verse 1 Explanation To start the discussion with this question, and then the following theme, indicates that the Messenger (peace be upon him) was deeply troubled and distressed by the significant challenges. In those trying times, Allah addressed him with words … Read more
Surah Al-Aadiyaat Chapter:100 Arabic Surah Al-Aadiyaat Chapter:100 Translation Surah Al-Aadiyaat Explanation Surah Al-Aadiyaat Chapter:100 Verse 1 Explanation The verse does not clearly indicate whether “those who run” refers to horses; it simply uses the term wal-adiyat. This has led to differing interpretations among commentators. Some of the companions and their immediate successors believe it refers … Read more
Surah Al-Zilzaal Chapter:99 Arabic Surah Al-Zilzaal Chapter:99 Translation Surah Al-Zilzaal Explanation Surah Al-Zilzaal Chapter:99 Verse 1 Explanation Strong shocks that occur repeatedly are called earthquakes. When the earth will start shaking with full force due to strong shocks. According to some scholars, it refers to the earthquake that will occur at the time of judgment. … Read more
Surah Al-Asar Chapter:103 Arabic Surah Al-Asar Chapter:103 Translation Surah Al-Asar Explanation Surah Al-Asar Chapter:103 Verse 1 Explanation Reasons for swearing by time (1) Time consists of very strange things. It shows happiness and sadness, and health and illness, happiness and hardship. The intellect is surprised to call the age present or extinct. Extinction cannot be … Read more
Surah Al-Humaza Chapter:104 Arabic Surah Al-Humaza Chapter:104 Translation Surah Al-Humaza Explanation Chapter:104 Verse 1 Explanation In the Arabic language, humz and limz are so close to each other in terms of meaning that sometimes both are used in the same sense . And sometimes there is a difference between the two . But such a … Read more