Briefly explain the main themes in verse 75-79 of Surah Anaam and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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These verses of Surah Al-Anaam show the mental experience through which Abraham passed in the beginning and which led him to understanding of the Truth before prophethood was bestowed on him. Amidst the polytheistic environment and with no instruction in monotheism yet, he ultimately discovered the Truth by careful observation of the universe. His society was dominated by the worship of the heavenly bodies - the moon, the sun and the stars, but Abraham concentrated on these bodies and came up with the conclusion that they are subservient to the power of the One True Lord, their Creator. He disputed with his people and declared himself not to be among those who associate partners with Him.
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Briefly explain the main themes in verses 110 of Surah Maida and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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Briefly explain the main themes in verses 30-37 of Surah Baqarah and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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Briefly explain the main themes in verses 21-22 of Surah Baqarah and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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Briefly explain the main themes in Surah Al-Kawthar and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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This Surah assures that Allah always helps His men if they are struggling for a noble cause. He protects them and fills their hearts with courage during hardships, and will reward them for their sufferings in the Hereafter. If they stay committed with their noble mission, Allah will take them out of the whirlpool of troubles and will ultimately give them victory.

Kauthar refers to the unbounded goodness. It includes the gift of Tauhid, devoted followers for preaching the message of Truth, victory of mission during his life, descendents from his daughter, Fatima, a river in the paradise and many more. It is also a fountain wherefrom the Prophet (PBUH) will fetch water to his true followers on the Day of Resurrection.

This Surah also gives a guideline to the Muslims about what to do during harsh times. The formula is that they can obtain steadfastness through prayers and sacrifices, performed only to Allah. Sacrifices are the bearing of hardships in His Way, showing patience when faced with difficulties, giving charities to the poor and slaughtering permitted animals and distributing their meat among the people.


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Briefly explain the main themes in verses 1-5 of Surah Alaq and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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These five verses of Surah Alaq are the first Divine revelation to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) while he was meditating in Cave Hira in the month of Ramadan. This revelation gave the cognizance of Allah that He is the Creator of everything that exists. The creation of man in particular in mentioned because he is the most superior creature on the earth and who is created with the best stature from a clot of blood. The Generous God granted him senses and the power of thinking, created requisites of his life and embedded in his instinct how to use them and gave him knowledge and wisdom of the Truth. Without knowledge, guidance of the mankind is not possible. So before giving the responsibility of Prophethood, Allah gave knowledge to His Messenger. The earlier prophets were also bestowed with the blessing of knowledge. The Quran says, "And He taught Adam the names of all things..." (2:31).
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Briefly explain the main themes in Surah Fatiha and explain their importance in a Muslim’s life.

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This Surah is in fact a prayer to the Lord of the universe for seeking guidance to the straight path Who alone can grant it. He alone is worthy of worship and He alone is to be asked for help because He is the Cherisher and the Master of everything in the universe. He is All-Merciful and has bestowed countless of bounties on His creatures, but at the same time He is the supreme Justice and everybody will have to answer Him on the Day of Judgement for his worldly deeds. When believers implore for the straight path, He always showers blessings on them and protects them from going astray.  Supplication is the core of worship and the Holy Quran encourages the believers for petitioning, “And your Lord said: Invoke Me, I will respond to your supplication…” (40:60). 

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Briefly explain the main themes in verses 4-5 of Surah Shura and explain their importance in a Muslim's life.

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These verses of Surah Shura speak that this whole universe belongs to Allah. He is the exclusive Master and no one else has any part or share in His Kingdom. His Highness is such that the highest heavens are almost ready to burst asunder by His Glory. The angels sing Glory and Praise to the Lord of the worlds and at the same time they implore Him for Forgiveness and Mercy for the erring creatures on the earth. Verse 7 of Suran Mo'min also describes a similar situation where it is said that the angels who sustain the Throne and those around it sing Glory and Praise to their Lord, and implore Forgiveness for those who believe and who turn in repentance. He is Opt-Forgiving and His Mercy is for all creatures. "... but My Mercy extends to all things ..." (7: 156).


Importance in a Muslim's life:
When a person believes that Allah Alone is the Creator of the universe and there is no partner with Him in His Authority and Power, he will not seek help from worldly deities who are themselves created. A number of the so-called holy men and custodians of the shrines exploit their followers economically.  He will get rid of superstitious beliefs and will be safe from committing shirk. His belief in Oneness of Allah will become stronger. 


If angels implore Mercy and Forgiveness for the dwellers of the earth, believers should also seek His Forgiveness regularly, and at the same time they should preach the ignorant people to stay away from sins.


Humans are not innocent; they are liable to sins. If a person commits a sin, he should not be disappointed. Allah's doors of repentance are always open for all. If he feels guilty and pledges not to commit the sin again, he will be pardoned because Allah is the Forgiving and Merciful. Our God even forgives thousands of sins when someone repents. His Grace and Mercy outstrips His Wrath. It is only Allah's Mercy and Grace that He grants enough time even to those who have touched the extreme limits of disbelief, sinfulness and polytheism. If they come back through repentance, they will not be asked about their previous wrongdoings.

Briefly explain the main themes in Surah Al-Nas and explain their importance in a Muslim's life.

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This surah teaches us to seek Allah's refuge from the mischief of the whisperers. We can incline to the erring suggestions of a man as well as to the secret whispers of evil within our hearts. Allah being the Sustainer, King and Deity of all mankind has complete control and authority on His creatures and can fully protect us from ill temptations arising into our hearts. Against repeated devilish attempts, a man should follow the Quranic instruction, "and on God let the believers put their trust" (9: 51).

Importance in a Muslim's life:
This surah in combination with Surah Al-Falaq provides protection to a believer against all external and internal potential dangers. When a Muslim struggles for a noble cause, a number of people in the society normally turn against him. The devils would whisper evil intentions in hearts of wrongdoers against him. This surah will provide him refuge before their desires culminate into evil actions. When a person comes forward for the welfare of community or for preaching moral virtues, evil thoughts frighten him by bringing a picture of troubles and obstructions in front of him. Similarly, internal feelings of a person can influence his judgement, selection or decision. Satan tells a person that committing small sins is not a serious issue, and stops him if he wants to raise voice against the social evils by saying that it is not alone your job. Surah Al-Nas is a shield for him against such hidden evils.

Main themes in Surah Al-Duha and their importance in a Muslim's life

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In Surah Al-Duha, there is a message of hope and consolation to the Holy Prophet in particular and the mankind in general. This surah revealed during the Prophet's early life when the people of Makkah persecuted him and his followers. Although he was very firm in faith and was never shaken but continued hardships and isolation could create a sense of loneliness in his mind. Allah responded by saying that taunts and slandering of the people are not signs of His displeasure. Allah gave him assurance of a victorious future and glorious  Hereafter and told him His favors: being orphan, he received greater than ordinary parental love, was protected from polytheism in the midst of idolatry, made independent of worldly needs and gave guidance when he was in search of truth. Lastly, the surah says that orphans should be treated with affection and respect, petitioners should not be scorned and Allah's bounties should be proclaimed and shared with the poor.


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If a Muslim struggles for a noble cause and he faces troubles in accomplishing his goals, he should not be discouraged by the hostile critics. He should proceed forward with patience. Allah's help will always be with him and his work will definitely come up with success. Even during his sufferings, Allah will fill his soul with complete satisfaction and pleasure. A righteous man has just to trust His goodness.


It is not necessary that only rich and wealthy people can get to their targets. Allah gives grace and aid to His righteous men even when they inherit no wealth and have no help in the community.


A Muslim should never take advantage of the helpless position of orphans and should never try to snatch their possessions. He should stay away from the common attitude of repulsing beggars or people asking for knowledge. Charity is of no moral value without sympathy and love.


If a person is abundantly bestowed by Allah, his duty is to proclaim and share His bounties with needy people. It is our religious duty to be kind and helpful to our less endowed fellow-men and should try to fulfill their needs. If a rustic person doesn't know the protocols of asking questions, he should be given polite answer.

Surah Al-Zilzal: When the earth is shaken to her utmost convulsion ...

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Surah Al-Zilzal deals with the second life after death that will take place on a day when the earth will be shaken violently. As a result of tremendous convulsions, the earth will throw out dead bodies, treasures of gold, silver, jewels and every kind of wealth lying hidden in its belly. Verse 4 of Surah Al-Inshiqaq says,"And throws out whatever is within it and becomes empty." The scattered parts of decayed bodies will be resurrected in the shape of their first life and the situation will be confounding to the man. The earth will speak out on that Day by Allah's command as witness and will narrate each individual's acts that he had committed in his worldly life at particular times and places. All human beings shall be presented with such complete records of their deeds that they will personally see all their goods and evils even to the size of a particle.


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This surah tells about the ultimate future of man and this world which is a question in many minds. Death is not total annihilation to a believer. The thought of Resurrection is a sign of satisfaction for his continued existence after death. Eternal life also tells him the purpose of his existence - adherence to virtues and distance from evils. Doomsday is the ultimate Day of Justice where the righteous men shall be rewarded paradise and the wrongdoers shall be punished.


Al-Mighty Allah knows everything directly, but He will fulfill the demands of Justice for punishing the culprits. Witness of two recording angels and ratification of the earth on his deeds will provide clear and undeniable proofs. When a person believes that the earth will testify to his deeds, he will abstain from all kinds of social evils like drinking, bribery, theft and earning wealth through illegal means.


When a Muslim believes that even the most ordinary good has its own weight and value on the Judgement Day, it will promote self-sacrifice and moral values in the society. People will give importance to small insignificant deeds of goodness like talking with a smiling face. And the belief that the most ordinary evils will not be overlooked shall promote the behavior of staying away from trivial sins.

Briefly explain the main themes in verse 37 of Surah Fussilat and explain their importance in a Muslim's life?

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This verse of Surah Fussilat speaks of the day and night and the sun and the moon as the signs of Allah for those who think on the universe. They are not objects of Divine Power but creatures of Allah. How can they be worshiped? The sun and the moon are moving objects that remain on their defined trajectories according to the law of Allah and He is manifesting Himself in their form. Hiding of the sun during night and that of the moon during daytime clearly indicate that they are helpless and powerless creatures. The Quran says, "In the creations of the heavens and the earth and the alteration of Night and Day, surely there are signs for men who understand" (3:190). 


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Prostating before the sun, moon, fire, idols, graves or other created objects is shirk, the most heinous crime and absolutely unforgivable. If someone has minor traces of shirk in his belief, he will never be rewarded Paradise in the Hereafter. He will the fuel of the hell for ever. A human is the most respected creature of Allah. When he bows down before sun or moon, it debases his dignity. His focus moves away from his true Master. If he doesn't repent, he will go astray. Allah will never bestow His Mercy on him in the Hereafter. 


Sun and moon are created merely for the benefits of mankind. The night is created for the rest of the people and the day for earning essentials of the daily life. They are subserviant to their Lord in which there is a lesson of obedience for the transgressors. Some people say that they do not bow down to these objects but bow to God through them. If you really are true worshippers of Allah, there is absolutely no need of these intermediaries. Bow down to Him directly.

Briefly explain the main themes in 6: 101-103 and describe their importance in a Muslim's life.

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These verses of Surah An'aam speak of the absolute Unity and Supreme Authority of Allah over the whole of the universe.  He is the Originator of the heavens and the earth and Creator of everything within them. He is All-Knowing and Well-Acquainted with the finest mysteries. He is invisible to the worldly eye. Having such attributes, He alone then deserves to be worshiped. Oneness of Allah and His Divine Attributes have been mentioned in a number of surahs and verses talking with different styles. Surah Ikhlas talks on the Oneness of Allah by focusing on His absolute Existence.  It says that Allah is One, and has no father or children, and there is none comparable to Him in any degree.


Importance in a Muslim's life:
Oneness of Allah is the most fundamental Islamic belief. Life in the Hereafter is totally dependent on it. It is very important that a Muslim's life is free from all forms of shirk otherwise he will earn hellfire for himself. The Holy Quran condemns Shirk and describes it an unforgivable sin. The one who commits shirk will remain in the hell forever. Even minute traces of shirk in the belief are not allowed. 


When a person believes that Allah Alone is the Creator of the universe and there is no partner with Him in His Authority and Power, he will not seek help from worldly deities who are themselves created. When he believes that his Allah is All-Knowing and Well-Aware of the secrets in his heart, he will not commit sins in the loneliness or in the darkness. He will attain spiritual purity and his life will become free from moral evils. He will become fair in dealings with the people. 


When it is said that Allah is beyond human perceptions and comprehensions, a Muslim will not waste his time in discussing the physical characteristics, shape and nature of Allah. Instead, he will utilize his time effectively in praying Allah and will confirm Paradise for himself.

Briefly explain the main themes in Ayat-ul-Kursi (2:255). Briefly explain the importance of these themes in a Muslim's life today.

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This verse of Surah Al-Baqarah is known as Ayat-ul-Kursi meaning the verse of the Throne. The main themes here are the Oneness of Allah and that supreme power and authority belong to Him. He is the exclusive master of the heavens and the earth. He has no partner in His Attributes. He is Ever-Living, Supporter of the entire universe and All-Knowing. He is free from weaknesses or limitations that ordinary lives have and He alone is worthy of worship. None of His creatures can intercede in His affairs of the Kingdom. Oneness of Allah is the most important subject of Holy Quran. This conception is presented with different styles at different places in the Quran e.g. Surah Al-Ikhlas describes the Oneness of God in terms of His absolute Existence i.e. He is alone and has neither father nor any children; He is present from the beginning and will stay for ever.


Importance in Muslim's Life:
Belief in Oneness of Allah protects a Muslim from shirk. If a Muslim is not a true believer i.e. his life is not free from shirk, he will not be rewarded paradise in the Hereafter. Muslims are bound not to associate any partner with Allah in His Existence, Attributes or Worship otherwise they will commit shirk which is such a heinous crime that Allah never forgives. It is the greatest of all sins.


When a Muslim believes that his Allah is watching him all the time, he will stop from committing worldly crimes like theft, robbery, drinking, usury and bribery etc. He will refrain from all kinds of moral and social evils.


When a Muslim believes that it is only Allah Who has unlimited powers and authority, he will not seek help from other deities. He will obtain spiritual purity and dignity by bowing down only before God. Instead of asking the so called holy men or attending shrines for the solution of his troubles, he will supplicate only to the real source, the Almighty Allah.


This verse also refutes the notion that on the Day of Judgement, prophets, saints and angels shall wield influence and force Allah to pardon their followers. No intercession will be granted except with the permission of Allah.