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Anchored in the Divine Guide

Guidance to righteousness and affirmation of Tawheed

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Anchored in the Divine Guide
Guidance to righteousness and affirmation of Tawheed

It guides to rectitude, so we have believed in it; and we will never associate anyone with our Lord.

Surah 72, Ayah 2
Multi-Source Confirmation
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It guides to the right course, and we have believed in it. And we will never associate with our Lord anyone.
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guiding to rectitude. We believe in it, and we will not associate with our Lord anyone.
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“We have indeed heard a wonderful Qur'an which guides to the Right Way; so we have come to believe in it, and we will not associate aught with Our Lord in His Divinity”;
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'It gives guidance to the Right, and we have believed therein: we shall not join (in worship) any (gods) with our Lord.
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Which guideth unto righteousness, so we believe in it and we ascribe no partner unto our Lord.
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The Singular Sovereign: Embracing God’s Absolute Independence
And Exalted is the Grandeur of our Lord—He never had a mate, nor a child.
Surah 72, Ayah 3
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Guarding the Sanctity of Allah’s Name
But the fools among us used to say nonsense about God.
Surah 72, Ayah 4
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The Unshakable Truth of Allah's Name
And we thought that humans and jinn would never utter lies about God.
Surah 72, Ayah 5
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian
Breaking News
Divine Address
5 communiques
The Promise of Abundant Provision: Staying on the Straight Path
"Had they kept true to the Path, We would have given them plenty water to drink."
Surah 72, Ayah 16 The verse reminds us that the straight path (Sirat al‑Mustaqim) is not merely a moral compass but a covenant with Allah that guarantees abundant provision—barakah—in all aspects of life. Islamic schol
The Mosque: A Realm Reserved for Allah Alone
"The places of worship are for God. So do not call, besides God, upon anyone else."
Surah 72, Ayah 18 The masjid, as a communal house of worship, is a sacred space where the worshiper’s focus should be directed solely to Allah, as Allah Himself commands in 72:18. This verse underscores the principle o
The Unwavering Covenant: Sole Invocation in Every Breath
"Say, “I pray only to my Lord, and I never associate anyone with Him.”"
Surah 72, Ayah 20 This verse, from the opening of Al‑Ma’arij, is a concise yet profound declaration of tawheed that mirrors the Shahada but is internalized in every action. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazali
The Humble Acknowledgement of Uncertainty
"Say, “I do not know whether what you are promised is near, or whether my Lord will extend it for a period.”"
Surah 72, Ayah 25 The verse from Al‑Qadr highlights the human limitation in comprehending divine timing. In classical theology, this is linked to the concept of Qadar (predestination) and Tawakkul (trust). Scholars lik
The Angelic Witness: Strengthening Our Faith in Divine Observation
"Except to a Messenger of His choosing. He then dispatches guards before him and behind him."
Surah 72, Ayah 27 The verse reminds us that Allah not only sends a messenger but also appoints angels to observe before and after each prophet. This dual protection—pre‑messenger and post‑messenger—ensures the message’
Bediuzzaman Said Nursi Bediuzzaman Said Nursi | Unseen Bureau Correspondent
Character Dossier
7 characters in this edition
Allah
spiritual entity
21 mentions this sura
4187 total mentions
Dominant: Transcendence
esteem
1.2
safety
3.2
transcendence
10
belonging love
1.0
self actualization
0.9
Had they kept true to the Path, We would have given them plenty water to drink.
Surah 72, Ayah 16
The places of worship are for God. So do not call, besides God, upon anyone else.
Surah 72, Ayah 18
Say, “I pray only to my Lord, and I never associate anyone with Him.”
Surah 72, Ayah 20
Say, “I do not know whether what you are promised is near, or whether my Lord will extend it for a period.”
Surah 72, Ayah 25
Except to a Messenger of His choosing. He then dispatches guards before him and behind him.
Surah 72, Ayah 27
Allah Jinn faith
Jinn
spiritual entity
16 mentions this sura
80 total mentions
Dominant: Physiological
Jinn Allah faith
Jinn Angels blocked_by
Jinn Mankind evil_influence
Jinn Muhammad crowding_in_amazement
Muhammad
prophet · named
8 mentions this sura
1049 total mentions
Dominant: Transcendence
esteem
3.6
safety
4.9
transcendence
10
belonging love
3.1
self actualization
4.0
Muhammad Angels protection
Muhammad Jinn crowding_in_amazement
Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent
Faction Map
7 characters · 5 relationships
Allah (21)
Jinn (16)
Muhammad (8)
Disbelievers (2)
Angels (2)
Mankind (2)
Polytheists (1)
Allah Jinn faith
Angels Muhammad protection
Angels Jinn blocked_by
Jinn Mankind evil_influence
Jinn Muhammad crowding_in_amazement
Ibn Taymiyyah Ibn Taymiyyah | Opposition Desk Editor
Audio Edition
Full Chapter Audio
28 verse segments
Speaker Distribution
Allah 5 Narrator 23
Verse Segments
Surah 72, Ayah 1 Narrator
Say, “It was revealed to me that a band of jinn listened in, and said, ‘We have heard a wondrous Qur
Surah 72, Ayah 2 Narrator
It guides to rectitude, so we have believed in it; and we will never associate anyone with our Lord.
Surah 72, Ayah 3 Narrator
And Exalted is the Grandeur of our Lord—He never had a mate, nor a child.
Surah 72, Ayah 4 Narrator
But the fools among us used to say nonsense about God.
Surah 72, Ayah 5 Narrator
And we thought that humans and jinn would never utter lies about God.
Surah 72, Ayah 6 Narrator
Some individual humans used to seek power through some individual jinn, but they only increased them
Surah 72, Ayah 7 Narrator
They thought, as you thought, that God would never resurrect anyone.
Surah 72, Ayah 8 Narrator
We probed the heaven, and found it filled with stern guards and projectiles.
Surah 72, Ayah 9 Narrator
We used to take up positions to listen in; but whoever listens now finds a projectile in wait for hi
Surah 72, Ayah 10 Narrator
We do not know whether ill is intended for those on earth, or if their Lord intends goodness for the
Sayyid Qutb Sayyid Qutb | Literary & Scene Correspondent
Editorial
Word of the Edition
Faith
Appears 25 times · 17.6% of themes
Faith
25
Guidance
16
Creation
11
Knowledge
10
Prophets
10
Worship
9
Unity
8
Humility
8
Surah 72, Ayah 2 Anchored in the Divine Guide Surah 72, Ayah 4 Guarding the Sanctity of Allah’s Name Surah 72, Ayah 5 The Unshakable Truth of Allah's Name
Fakhr al-Din al-Razi Fakhr al-Din al-Razi | Science & Cosmos Correspondent
Cross-Edition References
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 1 -- Anchored in the Divine Guide 13x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 2 -- Anchored in the Divine Guide 13x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 3 -- Anchored in the Divine Guide 13x cited
Edition 1 Surah 1, Ayah 4 -- Anchored in the Divine Guide 13x cited
1, Ayah 6 -- The Peril of Seeking Refuge in the Unseen 9x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 6 -- The Peril of Seeking Refuge in the Unseen 9x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 7 -- The Peril of Seeking Refuge in the Unseen 9x cited
2, Ayah 8 -- The Peril of Seeking Refuge in the Unseen 9x cited
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 70 -- When the Silent Witnesses Speak
Edition 7 Surah 7, Ayah 1 -- When the Silent Witnesses Speak
Surah Sura, Ayah 7 -- When the Silent Witnesses Speak
Edition 12 Surah 12, Ayah 30 -- When the Silent Witnesses Speak
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 23 -- Guidance as Armor: Belief That Removes Fear
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 191 -- Guidance as Armor: Belief That Removes Fear
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 216 -- Guidance as Armor: Belief That Removes Fear
Edition 2 Surah 2, Ayah 243 -- Guidance as Armor: Belief That Removes Fear
Imam al-Qurtubi Imam al-Qurtubi | Senior Legal Analyst
Reader Action
Supplications
Anchored in the Divine Guide
O Allah, guide me to the right course, strengthen my belief in Your guidance, and keep my worship free from any association with partners. Grant me sincerity and clarity in every action.
Surah 72, Ayah 2
The Singular Sovereign: Embracing God’s Absolute Independence
O Allah, You are the Only One who is self‑sufficient, and You do not need a wife or a son. Free my heart from anthropomorphic thoughts, and guide me to seek Your help solely through Your wisdom and mercy.
Surah 72, Ayah 3
Guarding the Sanctity of Allah’s Name
O Allah, keep my tongue guarded, shield my heart from the temptation to speak falsely about You, and grant me the humility to seek knowledge before I speak. Forgive me for any words that have slipped from my lips without Your truth. Ameen.
Surah 72, Ayah 4
Daily Actions
Anchored in the Divine Guide
When faced with a choice today, pause, recite ‘Allah is the guide, and I will not associate anyone with Him,’ and ensure the decision aligns with His guidance.
Surah 72, Ayah 2
The Singular Sovereign: Embracing God’s Absolute Independence
When you contemplate any human relationship, pause and remind yourself that God’s nobility stems from His complete self‑sufficiency; consciously avoid projecting marital or familial attributes onto Him.
Surah 72, Ayah 3
Guarding the Sanctity of Allah’s Name
Before uttering or writing any statement about Allah, pause, verify its authenticity, and recite ‘La ilaha illallah’ to reaffirm His uniqueness.
Surah 72, Ayah 4
Reflect
Anchored in the Divine Guide -- In what ways have I inadvertently associated a worldly value or person with my devotion to Allah? How can I realign my focus purely on Allah?
The Singular Sovereign: Embracing God’s Absolute Independence -- In my prayers and reflections, do I inadvertently use human relational language to describe Allah, and how might that distort my grasp of Tawhid?
Guarding the Sanctity of Allah’s Name -- In moments of fear, uncertainty, or pride, have I spoken about Allah without sufficient evidence, and what impact did those words have on my faith and on others?
Weekly Challenge
Guided Decision Diary: For seven days, before each major decision, consult a relevant Quranic verse, ask, ‘Is this aligned with Allah’s guidance and free from shirk?’ Record the decision, the verse, and the outcome. At the week’s end, reflect on patterns, identify one habit to eliminate any inadvertent association with partners, and set a tangible goal to reinforce monotheism.
Surah 72, Ayah 2
Place your hand over your heart, breathe, and say silently: ‘Allah is the guide, and I will not associate anyone with Him.’ Surah 72, Ayah 2
Stand with feet shoulder‑width apart, close your eyes, and silently say: “O Allah, You alone are self‑sufficient, no partner or offspring. Grant me humility to accept Your uniqueness.” Do this for 2 minutes before you begin any task. Surah 72, Ayah 3
Imam al-Ghazali Imam al-Ghazali | Editor-in-Chief
The Revelation Transcript
28 verses
1
Say, “It was revealed to me that a band of jinn listened in, and said, ‘We have heard a wondrous Quran.
2
It guides to rectitude, so we have believed in it; and we will never associate anyone with our Lord.
3
And Exalted is the Grandeur of our Lord—He never had a mate, nor a child.
4
But the fools among us used to say nonsense about God.
5
And we thought that humans and jinn would never utter lies about God.
6
Some individual humans used to seek power through some individual jinn, but they only increased them in confusion.
7
They thought, as you thought, that God would never resurrect anyone.
8
We probed the heaven, and found it filled with stern guards and projectiles.
9
We used to take up positions to listen in; but whoever listens now finds a projectile in wait for him.
10
We do not know whether ill is intended for those on earth, or if their Lord intends goodness for them.
11
Some of us are righteous, but some of us are less than that; we follow divergent paths.
12
We realized that we cannot defeat God on earth, and that we cannot escape Him by fleeing.
13
And when we heard the guidance, we believed in it. Whoever believes in his Lord fears neither loss, nor burden.
14
Among us are those who are submitting, and among us are the compromisers. As for those who have submitted—it is they who pursue rectitude.
15
But as for the compromisers—they will be firewood for Hell.’”
16
Allah
Had they kept true to the Path, We would have given them plenty water to drink.
17
To test them with it. Whoever turns away from the remembrance of his Lord, He will direct him to torment ever mounting.
18
Allah
The places of worship are for God. So do not call, besides God, upon anyone else.
19
Narrator
And when the servant of God got up calling on Him, they almost fell on him in a mass.
20
Allah
Say, “I pray only to my Lord, and I never associate anyone with Him.”
21
Narrator
Say, “It is not in my power to harm you, nor to bring you to right conduct.”
22
Say, “No one can protect me from God, and I will not find any refuge except with Him.
23
Narrator
Except for a proclamation from God and His messages. He who defies God and His Messenger—for him is the Fire of Hell, in which they will dwell forever.”
24
Until, when they see what they were promised, they will know who is weaker in helpers, and fewer in numbers.
25
Allah
Say, “I do not know whether what you are promised is near, or whether my Lord will extend it for a period.”
26
The Knower of the Invisible; He does not disclose His Invisible to anyone.
27
Allah
Except to a Messenger of His choosing. He then dispatches guards before him and behind him.
28
That He may know that they have conveyed the messages of their Lord. He encompasses what they have, and has tallied everything by number.
Imam al-Tabari Imam al-Tabari | Senior Correspondent & Bureau Historian