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Decoding the Divine Cipher: The Hidden Wisdom of Taa‑Seen‑Meem

Muqattaʿat: divine sign indicating the miraculous nature of the Qur'an

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Decoding the Divine Cipher: The Hidden Wisdom of Taa‑Seen‑Meem

Muqattaʿat: divine sign indicating the miraculous nature of the Qur'an

Ta, Seen, Meem.

Surah 28, Ayah 1

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The Heart of a Believer: A Model of Surrender

The heart of Moses’ mother became vacant. She was about to disclose him, had We not steadied her heart, that she may...

Surah 28, Ayah 10

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The Humble Thirst of Gratitude

So he drew water for them, and then withdrew to the shade, and said, “My Lord, I am in dire need of whatever good...

Surah 28, Ayah 24

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The Whisper from the Sacred Tree: Listening to Allah's Direct Call

When he reached it, he was called from the right side of the valley, at the Blessed Spot, from the bush: “O Moses,...

Surah 28, Ayah 30

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Divine Address

10 communiques

Unveiling the Two Proofs: White Hands & Fearless Arms

"Put your hand inside your pocket, and it will come out white, without blemish. And press your arm to your side, against fear. These are two proofs from your Lord, to Pharaoh and his dignitaries. They are truly sinful people.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 32 The verse recounts the miraculous sign Allah showed Pharaoh’s court: the white, unblemished hands of the oppressed and the removal of fear from their hearts. Scholars like Ibn Kathir note that the ‘wh

The Strength of a Faithful Companion

"And my brother Aaron, he is more eloquent than me, so send him with me, to help me, and to confirm my words, for I fear they will reject me.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 34 Moses (Musa) recognized his linguistic limitations and humbly requested his brother Aaron to aid him in conveying the divine message. This verse illustrates that even the most chosen of prophets sough

Brother's Arm: Harnessing Divine Unity

"He said, “We will strengthen your arm with your brother, and We will give you authority, so they will not touch you. By virtue of Our signs, you and those who follow you will be the triumphant.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 35 The verse portrays the concept of the "arm"—a metaphor for strength and protection—being reinforced not by individual effort alone but through the support of a brother. In Islamic theology, this idea

The Echo of Forgotten 'Partners'

"On the Day when He will call to them, and say, “Where are My associates whom you used to claim?”"

Surah 28, Ayah 62 Shirk, the gravest sin in Islam, is the act of associating partners with Allah—whether tangible idols, abstract concepts, or even human creations that we elevate to divine status. In Surah Al‑Naml, ve

The Reckoning of Misguided Leaders: A Call to Authentic Disassociation

"Those against whom the sentence is justified will say, “Our Lord, these are they whom we misled. We misled them, as we were misled. We beg Your forgiveness; it was not us they used to worship.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 63 This verse is a stark reminder that Allah will hold us accountable not only for our deeds but for the company we keep and the influence we exert. Islamic scholarship teaches that 'tawarrud'—leading ot

The Futility of False Allies

"And it will be said, “Call on your partners.” And they will call on them, but they will not respond to them. And they will see the suffering. If only they were guided."

Surah 28, Ayah 64 The verse reminds us that those who call upon "partners"—whether idols, people, or worldly means—are doomed to fail. Shirk, the act of attributing partners to Allah, blinds believers to the sole sourc

Balancing the Two Worlds: The Dual Path to Divine Blessings

"But seek, with what God has given you, the Home of the Hereafter, and do not neglect your share of this world. And be charitable, as God has been charitable to you. And do not seek corruption in the land. God does not like the seekers of corruption.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 77 The verse of Al‑Baqara (28:77) teaches that the believer must pursue the Hereafter through the means Allah has bestowed—time, wealth, and intellect—without neglecting the legitimate benefits of this w

When Knowledge Becomes a Mirage

"He said, “I was given all this on account of knowledge I possess.” Did he not know that God destroyed many generations before him, who were stronger than he, and possessed greater riches? But the guilty will not be asked about their sins."

Surah 28, Ayah 78 Al‑Qur’an reminds us that knowledge, though a divine gift, can become a shield of arrogance if divorced from humility. In 28:78 the Prophet (peace be upon him) confronts a man who claims his knowledge

The Mirror of Envy: Recognizing Allah’s Grace

"Those who had wished they were in his position the day before were saying, “Indeed, it is God who spreads the bounty to whomever He wills of His servants, and restricts it. Had God not been gracious to us, He would have caved in on us. No wonder the ungrateful never prosper.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 82 Envy (hasad) is a destructive emotion that Allah warns against in 28:82, where those who resent the Prophet’s status lament that Allah’s favor seems uneven. Islamic scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑

Echoing the Qur'an: Returning to Divine Guidance

"He Who ordained the Quran for you will return you Home. Say, “My Lord knows best who comes with guidance, and who is in manifest error.”"

Surah 28, Ayah 85 The verse in 28:85 reminds believers that the Qur’an is not a relic but a living guide that will lead us back to the place of true return—Allah’s mercy and guidance. Scholars such as Ibn Kathir and Al

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The Opposition Desk

1 opposition statements recorded

Pharaoh Surah 28, Ayah 38

"Pharaoh said, “O nobles, I know of no god for you other than me. So fire-up the bricks for me O Hamaan, and build me a tower, that I may ascend to the God of Moses, though I think he is a liar.”"

The Mirage of Power: Pharaoh's Self‑Deception

2:65 2:76 2:87

Documented Consequences

Allah

punishment

Firawn

28:6, 28:38, 28:39

Ibn Taymiyyah Ibn Taymiyyah | Opposition Desk Editor

Character Dossier

15 characters in this edition

Allah

spiritual entity

67 mentions this sura

4187 total mentions

Dominant: Transcendence

esteem

1.2

safety

3.2

transcendence

belonging love

1.0

self actualization

0.9

Put your hand inside your pocket, and it will come out white, without blemish. And press your arm to your side, against fear. These are two proofs from your Lord, to Pharaoh and his dignitaries. They are truly sinful people.”

Surah 28, Ayah 32

Allah Children of Israel divine_consequence

Allah Polytheists conditional_provision

Allah Firawn punishment

Allah Harun divine_honor

Allah Qarun lesson_through_destruction

Musa

prophet · named

38 mentions this sura

286 total mentions

Dominant: Transcendence

esteem

4.5

safety

2.4

transcendence

belonging love

1.9

self actualization

6.8

Once he entered the city, unnoticed by its people. He found in it two men fighting—one of his own sect, and one from his enemies. The one of his sect solicited his assistance against the one from his enemies; so Moses punched him, and put an end to him. He said, “This is of Satan's doing; he is an enemy that openly misleads.”

Surah 28, Ayah 15

He said, “My Lord, I have wronged myself, so forgive me.” So He forgave him. He is the Forgiver, the Merciful.

Surah 28, Ayah 16

He said, “My Lord, in as much as you have favored me, I will never be a supporter of the criminals.”

Surah 28, Ayah 17

The next morning, he went about in the city, fearful and vigilant, when the man who had sought his assistance the day before was shouting out to him. Moses said to him, “You are clearly a troublemaker.”

Surah 28, Ayah 18

Musa Children of Israel vexation

Musa Harun brother_prophets

Musa Asiya adoption_protection

Musa Iblis attribution_of_evil

Musa Shuayb covenant

Musa Qarun messenger_opponent

Muhammad

prophet · named

15 mentions this sura

1049 total mentions

Dominant: Transcendence

esteem

3.6

safety

4.9

transcendence

belonging love

3.1

self actualization

4.0

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Witness Testimony

Allah

Musa

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the mother of Moses

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Pharaoh

The Consequence Column

Pharaoh
Pharaoh said, “O nobles, I know of no god for you other than me. So fire-up the bricks for me O Hamaan, and build me...

The Mirage of Power: Pharaoh's Self‑Deception

Surah 28, Ayah 38

Allah

punishment

Firawn

28:6, 28:38, 28:39, 28:40

Ibn Taymiyyah Ibn Taymiyyah | Opposition Desk Editor

Faction Map

15 characters · 15 relationships

Allah (67)

Musa (38)

Muhammad (15)

Firawn (12)

Believers (8)

Children of Israel (7)

Qarun (6)

Disbelievers (5)

Shuayb (5)

Haman (4)

Polytheists (3)

Harun (2)

Iblis (1)

People of Madyan (1)

Asiya (1)

Children of Israel Firawn oppression

Children of Israel Musa vexation

Allah Children of Israel divine_consequence

Allah Polytheists conditional_provision

Harun Musa brother_prophets

Allah Firawn punishment

Allah Harun divine_honor

Firawn Haman ruler_to_minister_command

Asiya Firawn rejection_of_tyranny

Asiya Musa adoption_protection

Musa Iblis attribution_of_evil

Musa Shuayb covenant

Musa Qarun messenger_opponent

Children of Israel Qarun insolence_toward_own_people

Allah Qarun lesson_through_destruction

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Audio Edition

Full Chapter Audio

88 verse segments

Speaker Distribution

thy 1 Musa 8 thou 4 Allah 10 a man 8 Pharaoh 1 Unknown 2 Narrator 50 the ignorant 2 the mother of Moses 2

Verse Segments

Surah 28, Ayah 1 Narrator

Ta, Seen, Meem.

Surah 28, Ayah 2 Narrator

These are the Verses of the Clear Book.

Surah 28, Ayah 3 Narrator

We narrate to you from the history of Moses and Pharaoh—in truth—for people who believe.

Surah 28, Ayah 4 Narrator

Pharaoh exalted himself in the land, and divided its people into factions. He persecuted a group of

Surah 28, Ayah 5 Narrator

But We desired to favor those who were oppressed in the land, and to make them leaders, and to make

Surah 28, Ayah 6 Narrator

And to establish them in the land; and to show Pharaoh, Hamaan, and their troops, the very thing the

Surah 28, Ayah 7 the mother of Moses

We inspired the mother of Moses: “Nurse him; then, when you fear for him, cast him into the river, a

Surah 28, Ayah 8 Narrator

Pharaoh’s household picked him up, to be an opponent and a sorrow for them. Pharaoh, Hamaan, and the

Surah 28, Ayah 9 Narrator

Pharaoh’s wife said, “An eye's delight for me and for you. Do not kill him; perhaps he will be usefu

Surah 28, Ayah 10 Narrator

The heart of Moses’ mother became vacant. She was about to disclose him, had We not steadied her hea

Dr. Yasir Qadhi Dr. Yasir Qadhi | Front Page Editor

Editorial

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Faith

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Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 65 -- The Peril of Deliberate Harm: Lessons from Pharaoh’s Family 8x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 76 -- The Peril of Deliberate Harm: Lessons from Pharaoh’s Family 8x cited

Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 87 -- The Peril of Deliberate Harm: Lessons from Pharaoh’s Family 8x cited

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Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 38 -- Echoes of Pharaoh: A Call to Justice 6x cited

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Supplications

Decoding the Divine Cipher: The Hidden Wisdom of Taa‑Seen‑Meem

O Allah, whose words are the keys to the unseen, open my heart to understand the hidden meanings behind Your divine letters, and grant me humility to accept what I cannot fully comprehend.

Surah 28, Ayah 1

The Heart of a Believer: A Model of Surrender

O Allah, like Maryam, bind my heart firmly to Your remembrance. Remove all other attachments, and fill my heart with sincere belief, so I may remain steadfast in Your path.

Surah 28, Ayah 10

The Humble Thirst of Gratitude

O Allah, You are the source of all blessings. Keep my heart ever aware of my dependence on You, that I may seek Your mercy and never presume I can thrive without Your guidance. Grant me humility in gratitude and steadfastness in need.

Surah 28, Ayah 24

Daily Actions

Decoding the Divine Cipher: The Hidden Wisdom of Taa‑Seen‑Meem
Set aside 5 minutes to reflect on each letter, linking it to a divine attribute and noting the insight.

Surah 28, Ayah 1

The Heart of a Believer: A Model of Surrender
When confronted with doubt or uncertainty, consciously empty your heart of other concerns, trusting Allah’s decree as Maryam did.

Surah 28, Ayah 10

The Humble Thirst of Gratitude
Before every act of provision or service, pause, recall this verse, and offer a brief supplication acknowledging Allah’s blessings and your need for His guidance.

Surah 28, Ayah 24

Reflect

Decoding the Divine Cipher: The Hidden Wisdom of Taa‑Seen‑Meem -- What emotions or images surface when I think of these letters, and how can I transform those feelings into a conscious recognition of Allah's hidden wisdom?

The Heart of a Believer: A Model of Surrender -- In which parts of my life do I cling to my own reasoning, preventing my heart from becoming empty and receptive to Allah’s guidance?

The Humble Thirst of Gratitude -- When have I acted as if I can sustain myself without Allah’s help? How does Ibrahim’s humility in this verse reshape my perception of self‑sufficiency?

Weekly Challenge

The Seven‑Day Letter Insight Journal: 1️⃣ Day 1‑3: Pick one letter (Taa, Seen, or Meem). Spend 3 minutes meditating on the letter, noting any attribute or concept that comes to mind. Record in a journal. 2️⃣ Day 4‑6: Reflect on the insights from the first three days, identify any recurring themes, and write a brief commentary (≈100 words) on how each letter deepens your understanding of the Qur’an. 3️⃣ Day 7: Compile all entries, highlight the most striking insight, and write a 200‑word reflection on how the letters have transformed your perception of divine revelation. Measure progress by the number of insights logged and the depth of the final reflection.

Surah 28, Ayah 1

Sit comfortably, close your eyes, inhale deeply, and silently pronounce each letter three times. As you say 'Taa', think of Tawhid (Oneness). As you say 'Seen', think of Sabr (Patience). As you say 'Meem', think of Mizan (Balance). Feel the vibration of each attribute within you. Surah 28, Ayah 1

Take a minute now: close your eyes, breathe deeply, and silently say, ‘Ya Allah, empty my heart of doubts and fill it with trust in Your decree.’ Surah 28, Ayah 10

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The Revelation Transcript

88 verses

Ta, Seen, Meem.

These are the Verses of the Clear Book.

We narrate to you from the history of Moses and Pharaoh—in truth—for people who believe.

Pharaoh exalted himself in the land, and divided its people into factions. He persecuted a group of them, slaughtering their sons, while sparing their daughters. He was truly a corrupter.

But We desired to favor those who were oppressed in the land, and to make them leaders, and to make them the inheritors.

And to establish them in the land; and to show Pharaoh, Hamaan, and their troops, the very thing they feared.

the mother of Moses

We inspired the mother of Moses: “Nurse him; then, when you fear for him, cast him into the river, and do not fear, nor grieve; We will return him to you, and make him one of the messengers.”

Pharaoh’s household picked him up, to be an opponent and a sorrow for them. Pharaoh, Hamaan, and their troops were sinners.

Narrator

Pharaoh’s wife said, “An eye's delight for me and for you. Do not kill him; perhaps he will be useful to us, or we may adopt him as a son.” But they did not foresee.

The heart of Moses’ mother became vacant. She was about to disclose him, had We not steadied her heart, that she may remain a believer.

the mother of Moses

She said to his sister, “Trail him.” So she watched him from afar, and they were unaware.

Narrator

We forbade him breastfeeding at first. So she said, “Shall I tell you about a family that can raise him for you, and will look after him?”

Thus We returned him to his mother, that she may be comforted, and not grieve, and know that God’s promise is true. But most of them do not know.

And when he reached his maturity, and became established, We gave him wisdom and knowledge. Thus do We reward the virtuous.

Musa

He said, “My Lord, I have wronged myself, so forgive me.” So He forgave him. He is the Forgiver, the Merciful.

Musa

He said, “My Lord, in as much as you have favored me, I will never be a supporter of the criminals.”

Musa

Narrator

As he was about to strike the one who was their enemy, he said, “O Moses, do you intend to kill me, as you killed someone yesterday? You only want to be a bully in the land, and do not want to be a peacemaker.”

a man

And a man came from the farthest part of the city running. He said, “O Moses, the authorities are considering killing you, so leave; I am giving you good advice.”

a man

So he left, fearful and vigilant. He said, “My Lord, deliver me from the wrongdoing people.”

a man

As he headed towards Median, he said, “Perhaps my Lord will guide me to the right way.”

a man

And when he arrived at the waters of Median, he found there a crowd of people drawing water, and he noticed two women waiting on the side. He said, “What is the matter with you?” They said, “We cannot draw water until the shepherds depart, and our father is a very old man.”

a man

So he drew water for them, and then withdrew to the shade, and said, “My Lord, I am in dire need of whatever good you might send down to me.”

a man

Then, one of the two women approached him, walking bashfully. She said, “My father is calling you, to reward you for drawing water for us.” And when he came to him, and told him the story, he said, “Do not fear, you have escaped from the wrongdoing people.”

Narrator

One of the two women said, “Father, hire him; the best employee for you is the strong and trustworthy.”

a man

He said, “I want to marry you to one of these two daughters of mine, provided you work for me for eight years. But if you complete ten, that is up to you. I do not intend to impose any hardship on you. You will find me, God willing, one of the righteous.”

a man

He said, “Let this be an agreement between you and me. Whichever of the two terms I fulfill, there shall be no reprisal against me; and God is witness over what we say.”

Musa

When Moses had completed the term, and departed with his family, he noticed a fire by the side of the Mount. He said to his family, “Stay here, I have glimpsed a fire. Perhaps I can bring you some information from there, or an ember from the fire, that you may warm yourselves.”

Musa

When he reached it, he was called from the right side of the valley, at the Blessed Spot, from the bush: “O Moses, it is I, God, the Lord of the Worlds.

thy

Throw down your staff.” And when he saw it wiggling, as if it were possessed, he turned his back to flee, and did not look back. “O Moses, come forward, and do not fear, you are perfectly safe.

Allah

He said, “My Lord, I have killed one of them, and I fear they will kill me.

Allah

And my brother Aaron, he is more eloquent than me, so send him with me, to help me, and to confirm my words, for I fear they will reject me.”

Allah

He said, “We will strengthen your arm with your brother, and We will give you authority, so they will not touch you. By virtue of Our signs, you and those who follow you will be the triumphant.”

Musa

But when Moses came to them with Our signs, clear and manifest, they said, “This is nothing but fabricated magic, and We never heard of this from our ancestors of old.”

Musa

Moses said, “My Lord is well aware of him who brings guidance from Him, and him who will have the sequel of the abode. The wrongdoers will not succeed.”

Pharaoh

Pharaoh said, “O nobles, I know of no god for you other than me. So fire-up the bricks for me O Hamaan, and build me a tower, that I may ascend to the God of Moses, though I think he is a liar.”

He and his troops acted arrogantly in the land, with no justification. They thought they would not be returned to Us.

So We seized him, and his troops, and We threw them into the sea. Observe, therefore, what was the end of the oppressors.

And We made them leaders calling to the Fire. And on Resurrection Day, they will not be saved.

And We pursued them in this world with a curse. And on Resurrection Day, they will be among the despised.

We gave Moses the Scripture after We had annihilated the previous generations; as an illumination for mankind, and guidance, and mercy, so that they may remember.

You were not on the Western Side when We decreed the command to Moses, nor were you among the witnesses.

But We established many generations, and time took its toll on them. Nor were you among the people of Median, reciting Our revelations to them. But We kept sending messengers.

Nor were you by the side of the Mount when We proclaimed. Rather, it was a mercy from your Lord, that you may warn people who received no warner before you, so that they may take heed.

thou

Otherwise, if a calamity befell them as a result of what their hands have perpetrated, they would say, “Our Lord, if only You had sent us a messenger, we would have followed Your revelations, and been among the believers.”

thou

But when the truth came to them from Us, they said, “If only he was given the like of what was given to Moses.” Did they not disbelieve in what was given to Moses in the past? They said, “Two works of magic backing one another.” And they said, “We are disbelieving in both.”

thou

Say, “Then bring a scripture from God, more conductive to guidance than both, and I will follow it, if you are truthful.”

But if they fail to respond to you, know that they follow their fancies. And who is more lost than him who follows his fancy without guidance from God? God does not guide the unjust people.

We have delivered the Word to them, that they may remember.

Those to whom We gave the Scripture before it believe in it.

thou

When it is recited to them, they say, “We have believed in it; it is the truth from our Lord; we were Muslims prior to it.”

These will be given their reward twice, because they persevered; and they counter evil with good; and from Our provisions to them, they give.

the ignorant

And when they hear vain talk, they avoid it, and say, “We have our deeds, and you have your deeds; peace be upon you; we do not desire the ignorant.”

You cannot guide whom you love, but God guides whom He wills, and He knows best those who are guided.

the ignorant

And they say, “If we follow the guidance with you, we will be snatched from our land.” Did We not establish for them a Safe Sanctuary, to which are brought all kinds of fruits, as provision from Ourselves? But most of them do not know.

And how many a city did We destroy for turning unappreciative of its livelihood? Here are their homes, uninhabited after them, except for a few. And We became the Inheritors.

Your Lord never destroys cities without first sending a messenger in their midst, reciting to them Our revelations. And We never destroy the cities, unless their people are wrongdoers.

Whatever thing you are given is but the material of this world, and its glitter. But what is with God is better, and longer lasting. Do you not comprehend?

Can someone to whom We have made a fine promise—which he will attain—be equal to someone to whom We have given enjoyments in this world, but who will be, on Resurrection Day, among the arraigned?

Allah

On the Day when He will call to them, and say, “Where are My associates whom you used to claim?”

Allah

Those against whom the sentence is justified will say, “Our Lord, these are they whom we misled. We misled them, as we were misled. We beg Your forgiveness; it was not us they used to worship.”

Allah

And it will be said, “Call on your partners.” And they will call on them, but they will not respond to them. And they will see the suffering. If only they were guided.

Narrator

On the Day when He will call to them, and say, “What did you answer the Messengers?”

They will be blinded by the facts on that Day, and they will not question each other.

But he who repents, and believes, and does righteous deeds, may well be among the winners.

Your Lord creates whatever He wills, and He chooses. The choice is not theirs. Glory be to God, and exalted be He above the associations they make.

And your Lord knows what their hearts conceal, and what they reveal.

And He is God. There is no god but He. To Him belongs all praise in this life, and in the next. And His is the decision, and to Him you will be returned.

Say, “Have you considered? Had God made the night perpetual over you until the Day of Resurrection, which god other than God will bring you illumination? Do you not hear?”

Say, “Have you considered? Had God made the day perpetual over you until the Day of Resurrection, which god other than God will bring you night to rest in? Do you not see?”

It is out of His mercy that He made for you the night and the day, that you may rest in it, and seek some of His bounty; and that you may give thanks.

Unknown

On the Day when He will call to them, and say, “Where are My associates whom you used to claim?”

Unknown

And We will draw out from every community a witness, and say, “Produce your evidence.” Then they will realize that the truth is God’s, and those they used to invent have forsaken them.

Quaroon belonged to the clan of Moses, but he oppressed them. We had given him treasures, the keys of which would weigh down a group of strong men. His people said to him, “Do not exult; God does not love the exultant.

Allah

But seek, with what God has given you, the Home of the Hereafter, and do not neglect your share of this world. And be charitable, as God has been charitable to you. And do not seek corruption in the land. God does not like the seekers of corruption.”

Allah

He said, “I was given all this on account of knowledge I possess.” Did he not know that God destroyed many generations before him, who were stronger than he, and possessed greater riches? But the guilty will not be asked about their sins.

Narrator

And he went out before his people in his splendor. Those who desired the worldly life said, “If only we possessed the likes of what Quaroon was given. He is indeed very fortunate.”

Narrator

But those who were given knowledge said, “Woe to you! The reward of God is better for those who believe and do righteous deeds.” Yet none attains it except the steadfast.

So We caused the earth to cave in on him and his mansion. He had no company to save him from God, and he could not defend himself.

Allah

Those who had wished they were in his position the day before were saying, “Indeed, it is God who spreads the bounty to whomever He wills of His servants, and restricts it. Had God not been gracious to us, He would have caved in on us. No wonder the ungrateful never prosper.”

That Home of the Hereafter—We assign it for those who seek no superiority on earth, nor corruption. And the outcome is for the cautious.

Whoever brings a virtue will receive better than it. But whoever brings evil—the evildoers will be rewarded only according to what they used to do.

Allah

He Who ordained the Quran for you will return you Home. Say, “My Lord knows best who comes with guidance, and who is in manifest error.”

You did not expect the Scripture to be transmitted to you, except as mercy from your Lord. Therefore, do not be a supporter of the disbelievers.

And do not let them divert you from God’s revelations after they have been revealed to you. And pray to your Lord, and never be of the polytheists.

And do not invoke with God any other god. There is no god but He. All things perish, except His presence. His is the judgment, and to Him you will be returned.

Imam al-Qurtubi Imam al-Qurtubi | Senior Legal Analyst