The term “al-‘Ankabut” (spider) is derived from an allegory given in Sura forty-one verses. This sura talks about God’s oneness, symbols of God in formation, and combating idolatry. It provides accounts concerning the destiny of certain past prophets to comfort the few Believers at the start of Islam (a). Sura al-‘Ankabut discusses the beauty of…
Surah Yusuf is one of the most popular and well-known surahs in the Quran. It tells the story of the prophet Yusuf, who was sold into slavery by his brothers but rose to become a powerful leader in Egypt. The surah is full of lessons about hope, perseverance, and trusting in God. It is a…
The Surah Mujadila is one of the most important surahs in the Quran. It is a Meccan surah, and is therefore considered to be one of the earlier surahs to be revealed. The surah is named after the word “mujadila”, which appears in verse 2. This word means “argument” or “dispute”. The Surah Mujadila is…
There are many Surahs in the Quran, each with its own subject matter and lessons. Surah Naba is one of the Surahs that deals with the Last Day and the Hereafter. It is a very important Surah, as it contains many lessons for those who believe in Allah and the Day of Judgment. The first…
In the name of God, the Merciful, the Compassionate. Praise be to God, Lord of the Worlds, and blessings and peace be upon our Master Muhammad and upon all his Family and Companions. Surah Jathiya is the 45th chapter of the Holy Quran. It was revealed in the city of Madinah. It has 180 verses….
Surah Al-Fatiha is the first surah of the Holy Quran. The verbal meaning of the word ‘Al-Fatiha’ means ‘The Opener’ which actually refers that every day in our way of life starts to believe in Allah. This surah is recited in every Rakat of Salat. This first surah of the Holy Quran comprises 7 soothing…