Tag: Quran

“Chains Shall Be On Their Necks; They Shall Be Dragged Into…” Quran 40:71-72

Background These verses were revealed in Makkah: “According to Ibn ‘Abbas and Jabir bin Zaid, this Surah was sent down consecutively after Surah Az-Zumar, and its present position in the order of the Surahs in the Quran is the same as its chronological order.” (Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi – Tafhim al-Qur’an – The Meaning of… Read More ›

“Strive In The Cause Of Allah With Your Wealth And Your Lives…” Surah 61:11-13

Background These verses were revealed just before the battle of Uhud, which occurred in the year 625 AD (Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi). [1] Analysing Verses 61:11 [It is that] you believe in Allah and His Messenger and strive in the cause of Allah with your wealth and your lives. That is best for you, if… Read More ›

The Hypocrites: Quran 63:1-4

Background These verses speak about the hypocrites who resided in Madinah, in the life-time of Prophet Muhammed (p). These people would outwardly look like they’re part of the Muslim community. But in reality they were the real enemies who wanted to destroy Islam and the Muslims. And would do anything in their path to side… Read More ›

Banu Nadir’s Treachery: Quran 59:2-14

Background These verses were revealed concerning a Jewish tribe Banu Nadir, who resided in Madinah (Asbab Al-Nuzul by Al-Wahidi, Sayyid Abul Ala Maududi, Asad, Tafsir al-Jalalayn, Tanwir al-Miqbas min Tafsir Ibn ‘Abbas). The Banu Nadir were banished from Madinah as a consequence of them breaking the treaty, siding with the enemies against the Muslims in… Read More ›

“Your Wives And Your Children Are Enemies To You…” – Surah 64:14 -16

Background These verses were revealed in Madinah (Abdullah Ibn Abbas). [1] Analysing Verses 64:14 O you who have believed, indeed, among your wives and your children are enemies to you, so beware of them. But if you pardon and overlook and forgive – then indeed, God is Forgiving and Merciful. 64:15 Your wealth and your… Read More ›

Quran 33:15 – 27 Battle Of Khandaq

Background These verses refer to the battle of Khandaq (Ditch, trench), or better known as the battle of Ahzab (Tanwir al-Miqbas min Tafsir Ibn ‘Abbas). The Quraysh wanting to get rid of the Islam and Muslims once and for all mustered 1000s of troops, this is not including the help of other tribes in Arabia…. Read More ›

Jihad: “And Strive For Allah With The striving Due To Him…” – Quran 22:78

Background Madinan verse (Mawdudi). Analysing Verse “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… Read More ›

“Those Who Emigrated For The Cause Of Allah And Then Were Killed…” – Surah 22:58

Analysing Verses 22:58 And those who emigrated for the cause of Allah and then were killed or died – Allah will surely provide for them a good provision. And indeed, it is Allah who is the best of providers. 22:60 That [is so]. And whoever responds [to injustice] with the equivalent of that with which… Read More ›

“It Is Not For The Believers To Go Forth To Battle All At Once…” – Quran 9:122

Background This verse was revealed concerning the expedition to Tabuk (Tafsir ibn Kathir and Ibn Juzayy). For more information why the expedition of Tabuk took place, please read the following article for its historical context: “Answering Jihad: ‘Fight Against Those Who Do Not Believe’ – Quran 9:29“. Analysing Verse “And it is not for the… Read More ›

Quran 29:69 “Those Who Strive For Us – We Will Surely…” – Jihad

Background This verse was revealed in Makkah: “Verses 56 to 60 clearly show that this Surah was sent down a little before the migration to Habash, and this is supported by the internal evidence of the subject matter as well. Some commentators have opined that since it mentions the hypocrites, and hypocrisy appeared in Madinah,… Read More ›

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