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مريم
Maryam
— Maryam
The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
Divine instruction to Yahya to hold the scripture with determination, granting him wisdom at a young age.
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The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
Divine instruction to Yahya to hold the scripture with determination, granting him wisdom at a young age.
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
19:12
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
— Narrator
19:12
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih
[Allah] said, "O John, take the Scripture with determination." And We gave him judgement [while yet] a boy
en.arberry
'O John, take the Book forcefully'; and We gave him judgment, yet a little child,
en.maududi
"O John! Hold the Book with all your strength." We had bestowed wisdom upon him while he was still a child;
en.yusufali
(To his son came the command): "O Yahya! take hold of the Book with might": and We gave him Wisdom even as a youth,
en.pickthall
(And it was said unto his son): O John! Hold fast the Scripture. And we gave him wisdom when a child,
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MoodReflective
ScaleIntimate
TimeTimeless
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The Divine Affection and Purity of Prophet Moses
And tenderness from Us, and innocence. He was devout.
19:13
The Prophet’s Humble Service: Living as a Messenger of the Scripture
He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
19:30
The Divine Command: God’s Sovereign Power and the Absence of a Son
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
19:35
Front Page
The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
Divine instruction to Yahya to hold the scripture with determination, granting him wisdom at a young age.
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
19:12
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
— Narrator
19:12
Multiple Correspondents Corroborate
en.sahih[Allah] said, "O John, take the Scripture with determination." And We gave him judgement [while yet] a boy
en.arberry'O John, take the Book forcefully'; and We gave him judgment, yet a little child,
en.maududi"O John! Hold the Book with all your strength." We had bestowed wisdom upon him while he was still a child;
en.yusufali(To his son came the command): "O Yahya! take hold of the Book with might": and We gave him Wisdom even as a youth,
en.pickthall(And it was said unto his son): O John! Hold fast the Scripture. And we gave him wisdom when a child,
The Divine Affection and Purity of Prophet Moses
And tenderness from Us, and innocence. He was devout.
19:13
The Prophet’s Humble Service: Living as a Messenger of the Scripture
He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
19:30
The Divine Command: God’s Sovereign Power and the Absence of a Son
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
19:35
Breaking News
Legacy of Righteousness: Inheriting Divine Favor
MankindMuhammadYahyaZakariya
19:6
Allah
To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
19:7
Allah
“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
19:8
Allah
He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
19:9
Allah
He said, “It will be so, your Lord says, ‘it is easy for me, and I created you before, when you were nothing.’”
19:10
Zakariya
He said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” He said, “Your sign is that you will not speak to the people for three nights straight.”
19:11
And he came out to his people, from the sanctuary, and signaled to them to praise morning and evening.
19:12
Narrator
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
— Allah 19:6
“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
— Allah 19:7
He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
— Allah 19:8
He said, “It will be so, your Lord says, ‘it is easy for me, and I created you before, when you were nothing.’”
— Allah 19:9
He said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” He said, “Your sign is that you will not speak to the people for three nights straight.”
— Zakariya 19:10
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
— Narrator 19:12
Mary's Sacred Retreat: Intentional Solitude for Divine Closeness
AngelsMankindMaryamMuhammad
19:16
And mention in the Scripture Mary, when she withdrew from her people to an eastern location.
19:17
She screened herself away from them, and We sent to her Our spirit, and He appeared to her as an immaculate human.
19:18
Mary
She said, “I take refuge from you in the Most Merciful, should you be righteous.”
19:19
Narrator
He said, “I am only the messenger of your Lord, to give you the gift of a pure son.”
19:20
Lord
She said, “How can I have a son, when no man has touched me, and I was never unchaste?”
19:21
Lord
He said, “Thus said your Lord, `It is easy for Me, and We will make him a sign for humanity, and a mercy from Us. It is a matter already decided.'“
She said, “I take refuge from you in the Most Merciful, should you be righteous.”
— Mary 19:18
He said, “I am only the messenger of your Lord, to give you the gift of a pure son.”
— Narrator 19:19
She said, “How can I have a son, when no man has touched me, and I was never unchaste?”
— Lord 19:20
He said, “Thus said your Lord, `It is easy for Me, and We will make him a sign for humanity, and a mercy from Us. It is a matter already decided.'“
— Lord 19:21
When the Palm Tree Becomes a Blessing
HarunKhidrMankindMaryamMuhammadParents
19:25
Allah
And shake the trunk of the palm-tree towards you, and it will drop ripe dates by you.”
19:26
Mary
“So eat, and drink, and be consoled. And if you see any human, say, ‘I have vowed a fast to the Most Gracious, so I will not speak to any human today.'“
19:27
Then she came to her people, carrying him. They said, “O Mary, you have done something terrible.
19:28
Mary
O sister of Aaron, your father was not an evil man, and your mother was not a whore.”
19:29
Narrator
So she pointed to him. They said, “How can we speak to an infant in the crib?”
19:30
Narrator
He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
And shake the trunk of the palm-tree towards you, and it will drop ripe dates by you.”
— Allah 19:25
“So eat, and drink, and be consoled. And if you see any human, say, ‘I have vowed a fast to the Most Gracious, so I will not speak to any human today.'“
— Mary 19:26
O sister of Aaron, your father was not an evil man, and your mother was not a whore.”
— Mary 19:28
So she pointed to him. They said, “How can we speak to an infant in the crib?”
— Narrator 19:29
He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
— Narrator 19:30
The Gentle Balance: Compassion Over Coercion
IsaMaryamParents
19:32
hath
And kind to my mother, and He did not make me a disobedient rebel.
19:33
hath
So Peace is upon me the day I was born, and the day I die, and the Day I get resurrected alive.”
19:34
That is Jesus son of Mary—the Word of truth about which they doubt.
19:35
hath
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
And kind to my mother, and He did not make me a disobedient rebel.
— hath 19:32
So Peace is upon me the day I was born, and the day I die, and the Day I get resurrected alive.”
— hath 19:33
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
— hath 19:35
Abraham: The Anchor of Truth
IblisIbrahimMuhammadParents
19:41
And mention in the Scripture Abraham. He was a man of truth, a prophet.
19:42
He said to his father, “O my father, why do you worship what can neither hear, nor see, nor benefit you in any way?
19:43
Narrator
O my father, there has come to me knowledge that never came to you. So follow me, and I will guide you along a straight way.
19:44
O my father, do not worship the devil. The devil is disobedient to the Most Gracious.
19:45
the father
O my father, I fear that a punishment from the Most Gracious will afflict you, and you become an ally of the devil.”
19:46
the father
He said, “Are you renouncing my gods, O Abraham? If you do not desist, I will stone you. So leave me alone for a while.”
19:47
Ibrahim
He said, “Peace be upon you. I will ask my Lord to forgive you; He has been Kind to me.
19:48
Narrator
And I will withdraw from you, and from what you pray to instead of God. And I will pray to my Lord, and I hope I will not be disappointed in my prayer to my Lord.”
19:49
When he withdrew from them, and from what they worship besides God, We granted him Isaac and Jacob. And each We made a prophet.
O my father, there has come to me knowledge that never came to you. So follow me, and I will guide you along a straight way.
— Narrator 19:43
O my father, I fear that a punishment from the Most Gracious will afflict you, and you become an ally of the devil.”
— the father 19:45
He said, “Are you renouncing my gods, O Abraham? If you do not desist, I will stone you. So leave me alone for a while.”
— the father 19:46
He said, “Peace be upon you. I will ask my Lord to forgive you; He has been Kind to me.
— Ibrahim 19:47
And I will withdraw from you, and from what you pray to instead of God. And I will pray to my Lord, and I hope I will not be disappointed in my prayer to my Lord.”
— Narrator 19:48
The Guiding Light of Prayer and Charity
IdrisMankindMuhammad
19:55
And he used to enjoin on his people prayer and charity, and he was pleasing to his Lord.
19:56
And mention in the Scripture Enoch. He was a man of truth, a prophet.
The Divine Hierarchy of Movement
AngelsMuhammad
19:64
“We do not descend except by the command of your Lord. His is what is before us, and what is behind us, and what is between them. Your Lord is never forgetful.”
19:65
man
Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them. So worship Him, and persevere in His service. Do you know of anyone equal to Him?
19:66
man
And the human being says, “When I am dead, will I be brought back alive?”
Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them. So worship Him, and persevere in His service. Do you know of anyone equal to Him?
— man 19:65
And the human being says, “When I am dead, will I be brought back alive?”
— man 19:66
The Mercy of Delay: A Lesson in Patience and Realization
MankindMuhammad
19:75
Allah
Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will lead him on.” Until, when they see what they were promised—either the punishment, or the Hour. Then they will know who was in worse position and weaker in forces.
19:76
Allah
God increases in guidance those who accept guidance. And the things that endure—the righteous deeds—have the best reward with your Lord, and the best outcome.
19:77
Allah
Have you seen him who denied Our revelations, and said, “I will be given wealth and children”?
Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will lead him on.” Until, when they see what they were promised—either the punishment, or the Hour. Then they will know who was in worse position and weaker in forces.
— Allah 19:75
God increases in guidance those who accept guidance. And the things that endure—the righteous deeds—have the best reward with your Lord, and the best outcome.
— Allah 19:76
Have you seen him who denied Our revelations, and said, “I will be given wealth and children”?
— Allah 19:77
Divine Address
To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
19:6
The Qur’an teaches that our deeds are not merely for this life; they become part of our inheritance (nasab) that Allah bestows upon us. 19:6 reminds us that we will inherit Allah’s favor and that from
“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
19:7
The Qur’an’s announcement to Zechariah underscores the divine principle that every promise is distinct and intentional. Ibn Kathir explains that the name ‘Yahya’ (John) was chosen because it is a Qur’
He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
19:8
In Surah Maryam, the father of Prophet Yahya (John the Baptist) voices a profound human doubt: how can he father a child when his wife is barren and he is advanced in age? The Qur’an responds not with
He said, “It will be so, your Lord says, ‘it is easy for me, and I created you before, when you were nothing.’”
19:9
In Qur’an 19:9 the angel Gabriel informs the Prophet that creation is effortless for Allah, even the very first humans who were once nothing. This verse reminds us that God’s power is absolute—what He
The labor-pains came upon her, by the trunk of a palm-tree. She said, “I wish I had died before this, and been completely forgotten.”
19:23
Mary’s lament in 19:23 is a profound testament to human vulnerability and divine mercy. In her darkest hour—suffering the pains of childbirth—she does not turn to worldly comfort but to the One who cr
And shake the trunk of the palm-tree towards you, and it will drop ripe dates by you.”
19:25
The palm tree’s miraculous drop of dates is a vivid illustration of tawakkul (trust in Allah) and shukr (gratitude). Ibn Kathir explains that the tree’s fruit fell only because the Prophet Musa’s moth
Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will lead him on.” Until, when they see what they were promised—either the punishment, or the Hour. Then they will know who was in worse position and weaker in forces.
19:75
The verse underscores that Allah’s mercy is not a single act but a prolonged grace that unfolds until the person realizes the consequences of their error. Scholars like Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazali in
God increases in guidance those who accept guidance. And the things that endure—the righteous deeds—have the best reward with your Lord, and the best outcome.
19:76
The verse reminds us that Allah’s guidance is not a static gift but a dynamic force that grows as we seek and apply it. Scholars such as Al‑Ghazali note that true guidance manifests in the continual r
Have you seen him who denied Our revelations, and said, “I will be given wealth and children”?
19:77
The verse in 19:77 warns against the illusion that wealth or lineage will secure one’s place in the Hereafter. Islamic scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazali emphasize that worldly gains are tr
The Opposition Desk
Disbelievers
“When Our clear revelations are recited to them, those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Which of the two parties is better in position, and superior in influence?””
19:73
Choosing the Right Company in the Light of Revelation
Cross-refs: 3:110
Character Dossier
Allah
spiritual entity
Total mentions: 4187
In sura: 67
Dominant need: Transcendence
To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
19:6
“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
19:7
He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
19:8
First: Sura 1
· Last: Sura 114
· 112 suras
Muhammad
prophet
named
Total mentions: 1049
In sura: 26
Dominant need: Transcendence
First: Sura 2
· Last: Sura 114
· 104 suras
Parents
group
Total mentions: 12
In sura: 6
Dominant need: Physiological
First: Sura 4
· Last: Sura 20
· 4 suras
Total characters in this sura: 21
Witness Testimony
Allah
spiritual entity
(9 statements)
To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
19:6
“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
19:7
He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
19:8
He said, “It will be so, your Lord says, ‘it is easy for me, and I created you before, when you were nothing.’”
19:9
The labor-pains came upon her, by the trunk of a palm-tree. She said, “I wish I had died before this, and been completely forgotten.”
19:23
And shake the trunk of the palm-tree towards you, and it will drop ripe dates by you.”
19:25
Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will lead him on.” Until, when they see what they were promised—either the punishment, or the Hour. Then they will know who was in worse position and weaker in forces.
19:75
God increases in guidance those who accept guidance. And the things that endure—the righteous deeds—have the best reward with your Lord, and the best outcome.
19:76
Have you seen him who denied Our revelations, and said, “I will be given wealth and children”?
19:77
Mary
(3 statements)
She said, “I take refuge from you in the Most Merciful, should you be righteous.”
19:18
“So eat, and drink, and be consoled. And if you see any human, say, ‘I have vowed a fast to the Most Gracious, so I will not speak to any human today.'“
19:26
O sister of Aaron, your father was not an evil man, and your mother was not a whore.”
19:28
hath
(3 statements)
And kind to my mother, and He did not make me a disobedient rebel.
19:32
So Peace is upon me the day I was born, and the day I die, and the Day I get resurrected alive.”
19:33
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
19:35
Zakariya
(2 statements)
He said, “My Lord, my bones have become feeble, and my hair is aflame with gray, and never, Lord, have I been disappointed in my prayer to you.
19:4
He said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” He said, “Your sign is that you will not speak to the people for three nights straight.”
19:10
Lord
(2 statements)
She said, “How can I have a son, when no man has touched me, and I was never unchaste?”
19:20
He said, “Thus said your Lord, `It is easy for Me, and We will make him a sign for humanity, and a mercy from Us. It is a matter already decided.'“
19:21
the father
(2 statements)
O my father, I fear that a punishment from the Most Gracious will afflict you, and you become an ally of the devil.”
19:45
He said, “Are you renouncing my gods, O Abraham? If you do not desist, I will stone you. So leave me alone for a while.”
19:46
man
(2 statements)
Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them. So worship Him, and persevere in His service. Do you know of anyone equal to Him?
19:65
And the human being says, “When I am dead, will I be brought back alive?”
19:66
Ibrahim
prophet
(1 statements)
He said, “Peace be upon you. I will ask my Lord to forgive you; He has been Kind to me.
19:47
Disbelievers
group
(1 statements)
When Our clear revelations are recited to them, those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Which of the two parties is better in position, and superior in influence?”
19:73
25 total quotes from 9 speakers
War Correspondent
Combatants: Allah, Muhammad, Parents, Mankind, Ibrahim
Battle Verses: 13
19:18
The Quiet Refuge of Maryam: A Call to Fear Allah
Generic
· Tense
· Intimate
19:27
Mary’s Bold Delivery: Courage in the Face of Judgment
Village
· Tense
· Communal
19:37
Bridging the Rift: Unity Amid Divergent Views
Generic
· Tense
· Communal
19:38
The Unmistakable Echo of the Last Day
Generic
· Tense
· Communal
19:45
Guarding the Legacy: A Father's Plea for Mercy
Generic
· Tense
· Intimate
19:46
Stone of Conviction: Standing Firm Against False Gods
Domestic
· Tense
· Intimate
19:68
The Final Assembly: Embracing the Day of Judgment
Hellfire
· Tense
· Communal
19:69
The Extraction of the Insolent Sect
Battlefield
· Warning
· Communal
19:72
The Shield of Taqwa: Fear That Saves
Hellfire
· Tense
· Communal
19:73
Choosing the Right Company in the Light of Revelation
City
· Tense
· Communal
19:75
The Mercy of Delay: A Lesson in Patience and Realization
Battlefield
· Warning
· Communal
19:79
The Unseen Ledger: Allah's Record of Words
Generic
· Tense
· Communal
19:83
When Evil Persists: Recognizing the Devil's Incitement
Battlefield
· Tense
· Communal
Science & Cosmos
The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
19:12
— Narrator
CreationKnowledge
The verse recounts the divine command to John the Baptist (Yahya), a prophet who, though still a boy, received the mandate to proclaim God’s message with unwavering resolve. Classical scholars...
The Divine Command: God’s Sovereign Power and the Absence of a Son
It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
19:35
— hath
Creation
This verse is a direct rebuttal to the idea of a divine son, affirming the absolute uniqueness of Allah (tawhid). Scholars such as Al‑Ghazali and Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that attributing a son to...
Bridging the Rift: Unity Amid Divergent Views
But the various factions differed among themselves. So woe to those who disbelieve from the scene of a tremendous Day.
19:37
Creation
The verse warns that factions among people of the Book, especially concerning the status of Jesus, lead to disbelief. Ibn Kathir explains that the division over whether Jesus was a prophet or a...
The Unmistakable Echo of the Last Day
Listen to them and watch for them the Day they come to Us. But the wrongdoers today are completely lost.
19:38
Creation
The verse from Surah Al-Muzzammil emphasizes that the Day of Judgment will be an unmistakable event—its evidence will be heard and seen by all. The Arabic term *yushiduna* connotes a clear,...
The Ultimate Return: A Reminder of Our Final Home
It is We who will inherit the earth and everyone on it, and to Us they will be returned.
19:40
CreationKnowledge
The verse 19:40 reminds us that the earth is not our property but Allah's inheritance. In classical tafsir, scholars like Ibn Kathir emphasize that 'inheritance' (sulṭa) here signifies ultimate...
From Abraham to the Prophet Line: Embracing Divine Heritage
When he withdrew from them, and from what they worship besides God, We granted him Isaac and Jacob. And each We made a prophet.
19:49
Knowledge
The verse reminds us that the covenant of guidance did not end with Abraham; it was continued through his sons Isaac and Jacob, who were each appointed prophets. Ibn Kathir explains that this...
The Eternal Echo of Peace and Sustenance
They will hear no nonsense therein, but only peace. And they will have their provision therein, morning and evening.
19:62
Creation
The verse of Jannah, 19:62, paints a society where no ill speech can penetrate, only greetings of peace. This mirrors the concept of *tawhid* in interpersonal relations: the unity of the...
The Divine Hierarchy of Movement
“We do not descend except by the command of your Lord. His is what is before us, and what is behind us, and what is between them. Your Lord is never forgetful.”
19:64
Knowledge
The verse reminds us that angels descend only by Allah's explicit order; nothing proceeds without His decree. This underscores the absolute sovereignty of God and the perfect memory He...
The Sovereign of All Realms: A Call to Worship and Patience
Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them. So worship Him, and persevere in His service. Do you know of anyone equal to Him?
19:65
— man
Knowledge
This verse encapsulates the essence of Tawhid—recognizing Allah as the sole Lord of every realm, from the vast cosmos to the minutiae of our lives. Scholars such as Ibn Taymiyyah and Al‑Ghazali...
From Nothing to One: A Reminder of Divine Creation
Does the human being not remember that We created him before, when he was nothing?
19:67
Creation
This verse reminds us that human life is not a product of chance but a deliberate act of divine will. The Qur’an consistently affirms that Allah created humans from a state of nothingness—an act...
The Final Assembly: Embracing the Day of Judgment
By your Lord, We will round them up, and the devils, then We will bring them around Hell, on their knees.
19:68
Creation
This verse from Surah Maryam reminds us that the Day of Judgment is not a distant myth but an imminent reality. The imagery of a divine gathering, accompanied by devils, underscores the cosmic...
The Extraction of the Insolent Sect
Then, out of every sect, We will snatch those most defiant to the Most Merciful.
19:69
Creation
The verse warns that every sect—whether a group of believers or a false ideology—will be purged of those who are most insolent toward the Most Merciful. It underscores the Qur’anic theme of...
61 relevant verses
The Unseen Bureau
The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
19:12
— Narrator
Faith
The verse recounts the divine command to John the Baptist (Yahya), a prophet who, though still a boy, received the mandate to proclaim God’s message with unwavering resolve. Classical scholars...
The Divine Affection and Purity of Prophet Moses
And tenderness from Us, and innocence. He was devout.
19:13
Faith
The verse reminds us that affection (mahabat) and purity (taharah) are gifts from Allah, while the fear of Allah (taqwa) is the foundation of a righteous life. Ibn Taymiyyah describes taqwa as the...
The Prophet’s Humble Service: Living as a Messenger of the Scripture
He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
19:30
— Narrator
Faith
Jesus’s statement in 19:30 is a concise theological portrait of prophetic identity: a humble servant (‘abd’) entrusted with divine revelation. Classical commentators like Ibn Kathir note that the...
The Shared Sovereignty: One Straight Path
“God is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path.”
19:36
Faith
The verse from Surah Maryam reminds us that Jesus, the greatest of prophets, affirmed Allah as his Lord and the Lord of all believers. This shared acknowledgment reinforces the principle of...
Bridging the Rift: Unity Amid Divergent Views
But the various factions differed among themselves. So woe to those who disbelieve from the scene of a tremendous Day.
19:37
AfterlifeFaith
The verse warns that factions among people of the Book, especially concerning the status of Jesus, lead to disbelief. Ibn Kathir explains that the division over whether Jesus was a prophet or a...
The Unmistakable Echo of the Last Day
Listen to them and watch for them the Day they come to Us. But the wrongdoers today are completely lost.
19:38
AfterlifeFaith
The verse from Surah Al-Muzzammil emphasizes that the Day of Judgment will be an unmistakable event—its evidence will be heard and seen by all. The Arabic term *yushiduna* connotes a clear,...
The Ultimate Return: A Reminder of Our Final Home
It is We who will inherit the earth and everyone on it, and to Us they will be returned.
19:40
Afterlife
The verse 19:40 reminds us that the earth is not our property but Allah's inheritance. In classical tafsir, scholars like Ibn Kathir emphasize that 'inheritance' (sulṭa) here signifies ultimate...
From Abraham to the Prophet Line: Embracing Divine Heritage
When he withdrew from them, and from what they worship besides God, We granted him Isaac and Jacob. And each We made a prophet.
19:49
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The verse reminds us that the covenant of guidance did not end with Abraham; it was continued through his sons Isaac and Jacob, who were each appointed prophets. Ibn Kathir explains that this...
From the Right: Embracing Divine Intimacy
And We called him from the right side of the Mount, and brought him near in communion.
19:52
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The verse paints a vivid picture of divine intimacy: Allah calls from the right side of the mount, the side associated with strength and favor in Arab culture. The right hand is the dominant hand...
The Triad of True Mercy
Except for those who repent, and believe, and act righteously. These will enter Paradise, and will not be wronged in the least.
19:60
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The verse of Surah Al-Ma'idah (19:60) encapsulates the complete pathway to divine mercy: sincere repentance (tawbah), firm belief (iman), and consistent righteous deeds (amal salih). Scholars...
The Unfailing Promise: Gardens Awaiting the Faithful
The Gardens of Eden, promised by the Most Merciful to His servants in the Unseen. His promise will certainly come true.
19:61
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The promise of gardens in 19:61 is not a mere poetic image; it is a theological affirmation that the Most Merciful’s assurance to His servants is irrevocable and instantaneous. Scholars such as...
The Eternal Echo of Peace and Sustenance
They will hear no nonsense therein, but only peace. And they will have their provision therein, morning and evening.
19:62
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The verse of Jannah, 19:62, paints a society where no ill speech can penetrate, only greetings of peace. This mirrors the concept of *tawhid* in interpersonal relations: the unity of the...
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The Early Judgment: A Call to Resolve
The verse recounts the divine command to John the Baptist (Yahya), a prophet who, though still a boy, received the mandate to proclaim God’s message with unwavering resolve. Classical scholars such as Ibn Kathir note that ‘judgement’ (qadar) here signifies both divine decree and the prophetic duty to render verdicts—an early sign of John’s maturity. This episode illustrates that Allah can endow any believer, regardless of age, with the wisdom to accept and disseminate revelation. It reminds us that true prophetic success hinges on determination (sabr) rather than mere knowledge; without steadfastness, even the most profound guidance falters. Thus, the verse serves as a timeless exhortation to adopt John’s resolute attitude when we receive divine instruction.
19:12
The Divine Affection and Purity of Prophet Moses
The verse reminds us that affection (mahabat) and purity (taharah) are gifts from Allah, while the fear of Allah (taqwa) is the foundation of a righteous life. Ibn Taymiyyah describes taqwa as the ‘shield of the believer,’ protecting the heart from corruption. Al‑Ghazali, in Ihya’ al‑Akhlaq, teaches that true purity is not merely physical cleanliness but the purification of intentions, which is achieved through constant remembrance of Allah. When a believer is filled with affection, every action is performed for Allah’s pleasure; when the heart is purified, it no longer clings to worldly distractions; and when taqwa governs, the believer is constantly mindful of Allah’s presence, preventing hypocrisy. Together, affection, purity, and fear form a triad that sustains faith and guides conduct.
19:13
The Prophet’s Humble Service: Living as a Messenger of the Scripture
Jesus’s statement in 19:30 is a concise theological portrait of prophetic identity: a humble servant (‘abd’) entrusted with divine revelation. Classical commentators like Ibn Kathir note that the term ‘abd’ here underscores complete dependence on Allah, echoing the same language used for all prophets in the Qur’an. The phrase ‘He has given me the Scripture’ links Jesus to the lineage of revelation, affirming that his message is part of the same covenant that culminated in the Qur’an. Islamic tradition records Jesus’s humility in numerous hadiths, such as the narration of his supplication for a long life (Sahih Muslim), illustrating that true prophetic service is marked by self‑deprecation rather than self‑exaltation. This verse invites believers to emulate that humility, recognizing every act of worship or service as a conduit for divine guidance.
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The Divine Command: God’s Sovereign Power and the Absence of a Son
This verse is a direct rebuttal to the idea of a divine son, affirming the absolute uniqueness of Allah (tawhid). Scholars such as Al‑Ghazali and Ibn Taymiyyah emphasize that attributing a son to God introduces a hierarchy contrary to monotheism. The Arabic verb *qawl* (‘to say’) illustrates the instantaneous nature of creation: Allah merely declares, and existence follows. The verse also counters the theological concept of the Trinity, underscoring that human attributes cannot be applied to the divine. Recognizing Allah’s transcendence cultivates humility, prevents anthropomorphic language, and deepens reliance on His sole power to create and sustain.
19:35
The Shared Sovereignty: One Straight Path
The verse from Surah Maryam reminds us that Jesus, the greatest of prophets, affirmed Allah as his Lord and the Lord of all believers. This shared acknowledgment reinforces the principle of Tawhid—Allah alone is the sole object of worship. By stating that worshiping Him is the straight path, the verse links the prophetic message to the universal call for monotheism. It invites us to abandon idolatry, whether literal or metaphorical, and to align every action—prayer, work, or desire—with Allah’s guidance. The verse also underscores that prophets are not isolated; their teachings converge on the same divine reality, encouraging us to view Islam as a continuum of revelation rather than a separate doctrine.
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Daily Actions
Before any decision today, pause and declare: ‘I will take this guidance with determination,’ echoing John’s divine commission. 19:12
Invite Allah’s affection, purify your heart, and cultivate a sincere fear of Him in every action. 19:13
Before every act of worship, service, or communication today, recite Jesus’s declaration of prophetic service and ask Allah to align your heart with that same devotion. 19:30
Weekly Challenge
Seven-Day Determination Diary:
1. Day 1–7: Each morning, choose one small decision (e.g., stop a bad habit, set a study schedule).
2. Write the decision, recite the verse, and declare, ‘I will take this with determination.’
3. Act on it that day and record the outcome in a journal.
4. At night, reflect: Did the act feel more purposeful? Did your heart feel steadier?
5. By Day 7, review all entries, note patterns of increased decisiveness, and set one long‑term goal to sustain this determination. 19:12
Duas
O Allah, as You granted John the wisdom of judgement at a tender age, grant me steadfastness in accepting Your guidance. Let my heart not waver, and let my deeds follow Your command with determination. 19:12
O Allah, from You comes affection, from You comes purity. Instill in me Your affection, cleanse my heart of doubt, and let my fear of You guide every breath I take. Grant me the humility to see Your love in every act. 19:13
Reflection
When have I postponed a decisive step that aligns with Allah’s guidance, and how has that hesitation affected my faith and actions?
When did I let fear of Allah turn into mere caution, and how can I re‑engage that fear as a source of love and purity in my daily deeds?
The Revelation Transcript
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Kaf, Ha, Ya, Ayn, Saad.
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A mention of the mercy of your Lord towards His servant Zechariah.
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When he called on his Lord, a call in seclusion.
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He said, “My Lord, my bones have become feeble, and my hair is aflame with gray, and never, Lord, have I been disappointed in my prayer to you.
[Zakariya]
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“And I fear for my dependents after me, and my wife is barren. So grant me, from Yourself, an heir.
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To inherit me, and inherit from the House of Jacob, and make him, my Lord, pleasing.”
[Allah]
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“O Zechariah, We give you good news of a son, whose name is John, a name We have never given before.”
[Allah]
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He said, “My Lord, how can I have a son, when my wife is barren, and I have become decrepit with old age?”
[Allah]
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He said, “It will be so, your Lord says, ‘it is easy for me, and I created you before, when you were nothing.’”
[Allah]
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He said, “My Lord, give me a sign.” He said, “Your sign is that you will not speak to the people for three nights straight.”
[Zakariya]
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And he came out to his people, from the sanctuary, and signaled to them to praise morning and evening.
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“O John, hold on to the Scripture firmly,” and We gave him wisdom in his youth.
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And tenderness from Us, and innocence. He was devout.
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And kind to his parents; and he was not a disobedient tyrant.
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And peace be upon him the day he was born, and the day he dies, and the Day he is raised alive.
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And mention in the Scripture Mary, when she withdrew from her people to an eastern location.
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She screened herself away from them, and We sent to her Our spirit, and He appeared to her as an immaculate human.
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She said, “I take refuge from you in the Most Merciful, should you be righteous.”
[Mary]
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He said, “I am only the messenger of your Lord, to give you the gift of a pure son.”
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She said, “How can I have a son, when no man has touched me, and I was never unchaste?”
[Lord]
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He said, “Thus said your Lord, `It is easy for Me, and We will make him a sign for humanity, and a mercy from Us. It is a matter already decided.'“
[Lord]
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So she carried him, and secluded herself with him in a remote place.
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The labor-pains came upon her, by the trunk of a palm-tree. She said, “I wish I had died before this, and been completely forgotten.”
[Allah]
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Whereupon he called her from beneath her: “Do not worry; your Lord has placed a stream beneath you.
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And shake the trunk of the palm-tree towards you, and it will drop ripe dates by you.”
[Allah]
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“So eat, and drink, and be consoled. And if you see any human, say, ‘I have vowed a fast to the Most Gracious, so I will not speak to any human today.'“
[Mary]
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Then she came to her people, carrying him. They said, “O Mary, you have done something terrible.
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O sister of Aaron, your father was not an evil man, and your mother was not a whore.”
[Mary]
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So she pointed to him. They said, “How can we speak to an infant in the crib?”
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He said, “I am the servant of God. He has given me the Scripture, and made me a prophet.
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And has made me blessed wherever I may be; and has enjoined on me prayer and charity, so long as I live.
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And kind to my mother, and He did not make me a disobedient rebel.
[hath]
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So Peace is upon me the day I was born, and the day I die, and the Day I get resurrected alive.”
[hath]
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That is Jesus son of Mary—the Word of truth about which they doubt.
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It is not for God to have a child—glory be to Him. To have anything done, He says to it, “Be,” and it becomes.
[hath]
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“God is my Lord and your Lord, so worship Him. That is a straight path.”
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But the various factions differed among themselves. So woe to those who disbelieve from the scene of a tremendous Day.
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Listen to them and watch for them the Day they come to Us. But the wrongdoers today are completely lost.
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And warn them of the Day of Regret, when the matter will be concluded. Yet they are heedless, and they do not believe.
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It is We who will inherit the earth and everyone on it, and to Us they will be returned.
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And mention in the Scripture Abraham. He was a man of truth, a prophet.
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He said to his father, “O my father, why do you worship what can neither hear, nor see, nor benefit you in any way?
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O my father, there has come to me knowledge that never came to you. So follow me, and I will guide you along a straight way.
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O my father, do not worship the devil. The devil is disobedient to the Most Gracious.
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O my father, I fear that a punishment from the Most Gracious will afflict you, and you become an ally of the devil.”
[the father]
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He said, “Are you renouncing my gods, O Abraham? If you do not desist, I will stone you. So leave me alone for a while.”
[the father]
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He said, “Peace be upon you. I will ask my Lord to forgive you; He has been Kind to me.
[Ibrahim]
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And I will withdraw from you, and from what you pray to instead of God. And I will pray to my Lord, and I hope I will not be disappointed in my prayer to my Lord.”
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When he withdrew from them, and from what they worship besides God, We granted him Isaac and Jacob. And each We made a prophet.
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And We gave them freely of Our mercy, and gave them a noble reputation of truth.
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And mention in the Scripture Moses. He was dedicated. He was a messenger and a prophet.
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And We called him from the right side of the Mount, and brought him near in communion.
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And We granted him, out of Our mercy, his brother Aaron, a prophet.
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And mention in the Scripture Ishmael. He was true to his promise, and was a messenger, a prophet.
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And he used to enjoin on his people prayer and charity, and he was pleasing to his Lord.
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And mention in the Scripture Enoch. He was a man of truth, a prophet.
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And We raised him to a high position.
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These are some of the prophets God has blessed, from the descendants of Adam, and from those We carried with Noah, and from the descendants of Abraham and Israel, and from those We guided and selected. Whenever the revelations of the Most Gracious are recited to them, they would fall down, prostrating and weeping.
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But they were succeeded by generations who lost the prayers and followed their appetites. They will meet perdition.
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Except for those who repent, and believe, and act righteously. These will enter Paradise, and will not be wronged in the least.
61
The Gardens of Eden, promised by the Most Merciful to His servants in the Unseen. His promise will certainly come true.
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They will hear no nonsense therein, but only peace. And they will have their provision therein, morning and evening.
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Such is Paradise which We will give as inheritance to those of Our servants who are devout.
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“We do not descend except by the command of your Lord. His is what is before us, and what is behind us, and what is between them. Your Lord is never forgetful.”
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Lord of the heavens and the earth and what is between them. So worship Him, and persevere in His service. Do you know of anyone equal to Him?
[man]
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And the human being says, “When I am dead, will I be brought back alive?”
[man]
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Does the human being not remember that We created him before, when he was nothing?
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By your Lord, We will round them up, and the devils, then We will bring them around Hell, on their knees.
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Then, out of every sect, We will snatch those most defiant to the Most Merciful.
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We are fully aware of those most deserving to scorch in it.
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There is not one of you but will go down to it. This has been an unavoidable decree of your Lord.
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Then We will rescue those who were devout, and leave the wrongdoers in it, on their knees.
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When Our clear revelations are recited to them, those who disbelieve say to those who believe, “Which of the two parties is better in position, and superior in influence?”
[Disbelievers]
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How many a generation have We destroyed before them, who surpassed them in riches and splendor?
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Say, “Whoever is in error, the Most Merciful will lead him on.” Until, when they see what they were promised—either the punishment, or the Hour. Then they will know who was in worse position and weaker in forces.
[Allah]
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God increases in guidance those who accept guidance. And the things that endure—the righteous deeds—have the best reward with your Lord, and the best outcome.
[Allah]
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Have you seen him who denied Our revelations, and said, “I will be given wealth and children”?
[Allah]
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Did he look into the future, or did he receive a promise from the Most Merciful?
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No indeed! We will write what he says, and will keep extending the agony for him.
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Then We will inherit from him what he speaks of, and he will come to Us alone.
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And they took, besides God, other gods, to be for them a source of strength.
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By no means! They will reject their worship of them, and become opponents to them.
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Have you not considered how We dispatch the devils against the disbelievers, exciting them with incitement?
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So do not hurry against them. We are counting for them a countdown.
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On the Day when We will gather the righteous to the Most Merciful, as guests.
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And herd the sinners into hell, like animals to water.
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They will have no power of intercession, except for someone who has an agreement with the Most Merciful.
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And they say, “The Most Merciful has begotten a son.”
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You have come up with something monstrous.
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At which the heavens almost rupture, and the earth splits, and the mountains fall and crumble.
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Because they attribute a son to the Most Merciful.
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It is not fitting for the Most Merciful to have a son.
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There is none in the heavens and the earth but will come to the Most Merciful as a servant.
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He has enumerated them, and counted them one by one.
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And each one of them will come to Him on the Day of Resurrection alone.
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Those who believe and do righteous deeds, the Most Merciful will give them love.
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We made it easy in your tongue, in order to deliver good news to the righteous, and to warn with it a hostile people.
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How many a generation have We destroyed before them? Can you feel a single one of them, or hear from them the slightest whisper?
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