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  Surah Al-Burūj   In The Name Of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   By the heaven, holding the big stars. ( Quran Surah Al-Burūj 85:1 )   And by the Promised Day (i.e. the Day of Resurrection); ( Quran Surah Al-Burūj 85:2 )   And by the witnessing day (i.e. Friday), and by the witnessed day [i.e. the day of 'Arafat (Hajj) the ninth of Dhul-Hijjah]; ( Quran Surah Al-Burūj 85:3 )   Cursed were the people of the ditch (the story of the Boy and the King). ( Quran Surah Al-Burūj 85:4 )   Fire supplied (abundantly) with fuel, ( Quran Surah Al-Burūj 85:5 )   When they sat by it (fire), ( Quran 85:6 )   And they witnessed what they were doing against the believers (i.e. burning them). ( Quran 85:7 )   They had nothing against them, except that they believed in Allah, the All-Mighty, Worthy of all Praise! ( Quran 85:8 )   Who, to Whom belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth! And A...

Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn

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  Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn   In The Name Of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Woe to Al-Mutaffifin [those who give less in measure and weight (decrease the rights of others)], ( Quran Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn 83:1 )   Those who, when they have to receive by measure from men, demand full measure, ( Quran Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn 83:2 )   And when they have to give by measure or weight to men, give less than due. ( Quran Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn 83:3 )   Think they not that they will be resurrected (for reckoning), ( Quran Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn 83:4 )   On a Great Day, ( Quran Surah Al-Muṭaffifīn 83:5 )   The Day when (all) mankind will stand before the Lord of the 'Alamin (mankind, jinns and all that exists)? ( Quran 83:6 )   Nay! Truly, the Record (writing of the deeds) of the Fujjar (disbelievers, sinners, evil-doers and wicked) is (preserved) in Sijjin. ( Quran 83:7 )   And what will make you know what Sijjin ...

Unveiling Surah Al-Hajj: A Profound Exploration of Faith, Ritual, and the Divine Journey

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  Surah Al-Hajj ,  the 22nd chapter  of  the Holy Quran , stands as a majestic pillar within the Islamic faith. Its title, translating to “ The Pilgrimage ,” immediately evokes the sacred journey to Mecca, Hajj. However,  Surah Al-Hajj  offers a profound exploration that extends far beyond the rituals themselves. It delves into the very essence of faith, reminding us of our accountability, the nature of existence, and the purpose woven into the tapestry of our creation ( Quran 22:56 ). The sovereignty on that Day will be that of Allah (the one Who has no partners). He will judge between them. So those who believed (in the Oneness of Allah Islamic Monotheism) and did righteous good deeds will be in Gardens of delight (Paradise).  ( Quran 22:56 ) A Structured Revelation: Laying the Foundation Comprised of 78 verses revealed in Medina after the Prophet’s (PBUH) migration,  Surah Al-Hajj  falls under the classification of Madani Surahs. The openi...

Al-Ḥajaru al-Aswad: The Black Stone, A Touchstone of Faith

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  Al-Ḥajaru al-Aswad, the Black Stone, is a venerated Islamic relic embedded in the eastern corner of the Kaaba, the cubical structure in Mecca that serves as the holiest site in Islam. Its origins and significance are deeply intertwined with Islamic faith, sparking both theological discourse and inspiring acts of devotion for centuries. Origin Shrouded in Mystery The exact origins of the Black Stone remain a subject of captivating mystery. The Quran itself doesn’t explicitly mention the stone, but rich Islamic traditions offer intriguing narratives. One widely held belief, narrated by Ibn Abbas, describes it as a meteorite gifted by Allah to Prophet Abraham (peace be upon him) and his son Ishmael (peace be upon him) to mark the corner of the newly built Kaaba. Another narration, attributed to Abdullah ibn Masud, suggests the Black Stone was originally white but turned black due to the sins absorbed from pilgrims kissing it. These narratives, though not universally accepted, highli...