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Surah Al-Anbiyā

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Surah Al-Anbiyā   In The Name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful   Their reckoning draweth nigh for mankind, while they turn away in heedlessness. ( Quran Surah Al-Anbiyā 21:1 )   Never cometh there unto them a new reminder from their Lord but they listen to it while they play, ( Quran Surah Al-Anbiyā 21:2 )   With hearts preoccupied. And they confer in secret. The wrong-doers say: Is this other than a mortal like you? Will ye then succumb to magic when ye see (it)? ( Quran Surah Al-Anbiyā 21:3 )   He saith: My Lord knoweth what is spoken in the heaven and the earth. He is the Hearer, the Knower. ( Quran Surah Al-Anbiyā 21:4 )   Nay, say they, (these are but) muddled dreams; nay, he hath but invented it; nay, he is but a poet. Let him bring us a portent even as those of old (who were Allah's messengers) were sent (with portents). ( Quran Surah Al-Anbiyā 21:5 )   Not a township believed of those which We destroyed before them (though We sent...

Unveiling the Prophets: A Journey Through Surah Al-Anbiya

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  Surah Al-Anbiya , the  21st chapter  of  the Holy Quran , beautifully translates to “ The Prophets. ” This profound Meccan Surah, comprised of 112 verses, unveils a treasure trove of wisdom and inspiration for Muslims. A Clarion Call: The Oneness of Allah (SWT) One of the Surah’s central themes is the unwavering emphasis on Tawhid (monotheism). From the outset, Allah (SWT) addresses the disbelievers of Mecca, questioning the very foundation of their mockery – the Day of Judgement ( Quran 21:3-4 ). The Surah dismantles the prevalent polytheistic beliefs, reminding them of the absolute power and control of the one true God ( Quran 21:21-22 ). Verses like: With their hearts occupied (with evil things) those who do wrong, conceal their private counsels, (saying): “Is this (Muhammad SAW) more than a human being like you? Will you submit to magic while you see it?”  ( Quran 21:3 ) He (Muhammad SAW) said: “My Lord knows (every) word (spoken) in the heavens and on ear...