Edition 107 of 114
Meccan Bureau
7 Verses
Quran Daily
Revelation. Reported. Truth.
الماعون
Al-Ma'un
— Al-Ma'un
The Unseen Denier: A Call to Acknowledging the Day of Reckoning
Denial of divine judgment and its moral warning
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The Unseen Denier: A Call to Acknowledging the Day of Reckoning
Denial of divine judgment and its moral warning
Have you considered him who denies the religion?
107:1
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih
Have you seen the one who denies the Recompense?
en.arberry
Hast thou seen him who cries lies to the Doom?
en.maududi
Did you see him who gives the lie to the Reward and Punishment of the Hereafter?
en.yusufali
Seest thou one who denies the Judgment (to come)?
en.pickthall
Hast thou observed him who belieth religion?
highest Priority
The Peril of Empty Prayer
So woe to those who pray.
107:4
Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
It is he who mistreats the orphan.
107:2
Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
And does not encourage the feeding of the poor.
107:3
Front Page
The Unseen Denier: A Call to Acknowledging the Day of Reckoning
Denial of divine judgment and its moral warning
Have you considered him who denies the religion?
107:1
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahihHave you seen the one who denies the Recompense?
en.arberryHast thou seen him who cries lies to the Doom?
en.maududiDid you see him who gives the lie to the Reward and Punishment of the Hereafter?
en.yusufaliSeest thou one who denies the Judgment (to come)?
en.pickthallHast thou observed him who belieth religion?
The Peril of Empty Prayer
So woe to those who pray.
107:4
Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
It is he who mistreats the orphan.
107:2
Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
And does not encourage the feeding of the poor.
107:3
Audio Edition
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Editorial
WorshipFaithAfterlifeProphetsAccountability
The Unseen Denier: A Call to Acknowledging the Day of Reckoning
The opening verse of Surah Al‑Qari’ (107) confronts the denial of the Recompense, reminding believers that accountability is an immutable reality. In the Qur’an, the concept of recompense (al‑Māʿyā) is intertwined with the Day of Judgment (yawm al‑qiyāmah) and the certainty of reward and punishment. Classical scholars, such as Ibn Taymiyyah, emphasize that denying the Recompense leads to spiritual blindness; one becomes complacent, treating life as a series of unmonitored acts. The verse invites introspection: each action, whether a prayer, a word, or a thought, is recorded by the angels (Qur’an 76:2‑3). Hadith literature further underscores this: ‘Every soul will taste death, and the soul that is the best of its deeds will be given the best of the best’ (Bukhari). By consciously acknowledging the Recompense, a believer aligns intentions with divine decree, fostering sincerity (ikhlāṣ) and preventing hypocrisy. The verse thus serves as a daily reminder that life is a ledger, and Allah is the only judge who will read it. Recognizing this reality cultivates a sense of responsibility, humility, and a constant desire to seek Allah’s pleasure in every act.
107:1
The Peril of Empty Prayer
The verse warns that those who pray without sincerity are "not in the right direction" (Al‑Ma'un 107:5). In the Qur’an, the heart is the centre of worship (Qur’an 2:285). The Prophet ﷺ said: "The heart is in the middle of the body and is the centre of the actions." (Sunan Ibn Majah). Sincerity (Ikhlāṣ) and excellence (Ihsān) are prerequisites for valid prayer. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah explain that the warning targets the hypocritical worshiper who neglects the inner dimension while performing the outer acts. Therefore, true worship is a conscious, intentional act that unites heart and action, aligning with Allah’s command.
107:4
Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
In Surah Al‑Qari’ah, the Qur’an reminds us that those who ‘drive away the orphan’ are the ones who abandon a vulnerable member of society. This is not a mere social nicety; it is a divine mandate rooted in the concept of *adl* (justice) and *ihsan* (excellence in conduct). The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: ‘Whoever looks after the orphan, Allah will look after him on the Day of Judgment.’ (Bukhari & Muslim). The verse links the moral status of the orphan to the moral standing of the individual, making the protection of the orphan a measure of one’s faith. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that the welfare of the orphan is a collective responsibility, not limited to the state or charitable institutions. In essence, the Qur’an turns the orphan from a passive recipient of charity into an active barometer of a believer’s sincerity and compassion. By engaging with the orphan, a Muslim fulfills the Qur’anic principle that every act of kindness is an act of worship, and every neglect is an act of disobedience.
107:2
Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
Feeding the poor is not merely charity; it is an act of worship that purifies wealth, strengthens communal bonds, and manifests faith. The Qur’an repeatedly links the feeding of the needy with divine reward: 2:261, 2:261 (the ‘sadaqah’ verse), and 2:261 again. In 107:3, the disbelievers are noted as not encouraging such feeding, contrasting with the believers who do. The Prophet’s hadith—‘Whoever feeds a poor person, Allah will feed him on the Day of Judgment’—underscores this. Islamic scholarship, such as Al‑Ghazali’s “Ihya’ Ulum al‑Din,” describes feeding the poor as a means of ‘tazkiyah’ (purification) of both soul and wealth. Moreover, feeding the poor fulfills the obligation of ‘zakat al‑fitr’ and acts as a form of ‘sadaqah jariyah’ (continuous charity). Thus, feeding the needy is a tangible expression of ‘tawakkul’ (trust in Allah) and a reminder that our material blessings are entrusted to us for the benefit of others.
107:3
Guarding the Sacred Thread: Reawakening to Prayer
The verse in Surah Al‑Ma’arij warns those who neglect prayer, a pillar of faith that connects the believer to Allah. Classical scholars such as Ibn Kathir explain that heedlessness (ghaflah) in prayer indicates a lapse in intention (niyyah) and the heart’s detachment. Al‑Ghazali, in Ihya’ Ul‑Ulum, stresses that each prayer is a living covenant; the soul must be present, not merely perform the motions. The Prophet ﷺ said: "The first thing a person will be questioned about on the Day of Judgment is his prayer." (Bukhari, Muslim). Thus, the verse serves as a reminder that prayer is not a ritual but a continuous dialogue with the Divine. Maintaining focus requires deliberate intent, mindfulness, and a heart that seeks Allah’s pleasure, turning each act of Salah into a bridge between the earthly and the eternal.
107:5
Based on 5 verses
Word of the Edition
Worship
Appears 6 times (16.7% of themes)
36 total tag instances in this edition
Worship
6
Faith
6
Afterlife
4
Accountability
4
Prophets
4
Charity
3
Humility
2
Mercy
2
Community
2
Justice
1
Creation
1
Covenant
1
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107:2 Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
107:3 Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
Cross-Edition References
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1:2
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The Unseen Denier: A Call to Acknowledging the Day of Reckoning
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1:4
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Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
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Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
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2:7
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Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
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2, Ayah 8
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Feeding the Forgotten: A Call to Compassion
2:220
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Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
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3:52
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Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
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Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
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3:103
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Guardians of the Unseen: Protecting the Orphan
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2:65
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The Illusion of Glory: Guarding Against Deceptive Pride
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2:76
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The Illusion of Glory: Guarding Against Deceptive Pride
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2:87
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The Illusion of Glory: Guarding Against Deceptive Pride
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Reader Action
Daily Actions
Before each significant action today, pause and affirm your belief in the Recompense, reminding yourself that every deed will be weighed by Allah. 107:1
Before each of the five daily prayers, pause for a brief heart‑check: ask yourself whether your intention is solely for Allah and whether your focus is on the connection with Him, not on worldly perception. 107:4
Today, identify an orphan or a vulnerable child in your community and commit to one concrete act of support—whether it’s a donation, a volunteer visit, or an advocacy effort. 107:2
Weekly Challenge
Recompense Log Challenge: For seven consecutive days, do the following: 1) In the morning, write a brief intention: "I intend to act in a way that honors Allah’s Recompense." 2) Throughout the day, whenever you perform a deed (e.g., prayer, work, conversation), pause for a second and mentally note whether it aligns with this intention. 3) In the evening, record: a) what you did well, b) what you failed to honor the Recompense, and c) a concrete step to improve tomorrow. After seven days, review your entries, rate your growth on a scale of 1‑10, and commit to one new practice (e.g., mindful prayer, daily reflection) that will reinforce accountability. 107:1
Duas
O Allah, make my heart aware of the reality of the Recompense. Grant me humility before You, protect me from denying Your judgment, and guide my deeds to be pleasing to You. 107:1
O Allah, purify my heart so that my prayers are not mere motions but a true dialogue with You. Remove from me the desire to seek the approval of people, and replace it with a longing to please You alone. 107:4
Reflection
In what moments today did I act without consciously recognizing that my actions will be evaluated by Allah? How did acknowledging the Recompense alter my mindset or behavior?
In what moments have I prayed merely to appear righteous to others? How does that affect my relationship with Allah and my inner sincerity?
The Revelation Transcript
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Have you considered him who denies the religion?
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It is he who mistreats the orphan.
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And does not encourage the feeding of the poor.
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So woe to those who pray.
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Those who are heedless of their prayers.
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Those who put on the appearance.
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And withhold the assistance.
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