Guidance (هداية) and Misguidance (ضلال) Understanding the Quran’s definition of the important term هداية (Hidayah), meaning "guidance," is essential to resolving a common misunderstanding of a verse frequently recited at the beginning of Friday khutbahs. The verse in question is: مَن يَهْدِ اللَّهُ فَهُوَ الْمُهْتَدِ ۖ وَمَن يُضْلِلْ فَلَن تَجِدَ لَهُ...
The main theme of Surat Al-Rahman is the overwhelming and boundless mercy and blessings of Allah upon His creations. It highlights the numerous favors of Allah, urging humankind and jinn to recognize, appreciate, and be grateful for these blessings. This central message is reinforced by the recurring rhetorical question:...
This talk is a continuation of the same subject. In last five parts we discussed the following: The Most Important Source of Knowledge about the Religion of Islam Doctrines That Led to the Corruption of Previous Religions and how the Quran refuted both of them The approaches outlined in...
The Surah delivers a powerful and clear statement emphasizing that Allah is serious about His punishment for those who reject His message and deviate from His path. To underline this, Allah provides several historical examples of His divine justice, illustrating how disbelieving nations were destroyed. The Surah begins by addressing...
This talk is a continuation of the same subject. In last three parts we discussed the following: The Most Important Source of Knowledge about the Religion of Islam Doctrines That Led to the Corruption of Previous Religions and how the Quran refuted both of them The approaches outlined in...
Surah An-Najm, revealed in Mecca, highlights key aspects of the Mi'raj—the miraculous night journey and ascension of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) from Jerusalem to the seventh heaven. This extraordinary event, as narrated by the Prophet, was met with disbelief by the idolaters and caused some confusion among Muslims, particularly regarding...
This posting is a continuation of the same subject. In last three parts we discussed the following: The Most Important Source of Knowledge about the Religion of Islam Doctrines That Led to the Corruption of Previous Religions and how the Quran refuted both of them The approaches outlined in...
The central theme of Surat At-Tur (الطور) highlights the immense blessings that Allah has bestowed upon humanity. It emphasizes that an individual's ultimate destiny in the Hereafter depends on acknowledging Allah's blessings and responding to His divine message in this world. The surah starts with Allah making 5 oaths by...
The central theme of Surat Al-Dhariyat (الذاريات) revolves around the relationship between Allah and humankind. Allah provides everything necessary for humans to sustain their lives on earth, while humans are tasked with worshiping Him. If they fulfill this responsibility during their short time on earth, Allah promises them eternal...
Surat Al-Shuara (الشعراء) was revealed in Mecca. The theme of the Surat is the effective methods for inviting people to Islam (Dawah). The Surat highlights the importance of the mass media and the importance of learning public speaking and the art of debate to properly convey the message of...