This article is a compilation of various chapters from my book Themes of the Quran as well as some original content. The ebook is currently on sale here. Introduction to Surah al-Baqarah Surah al-Baqarah (Chapter of the cow) is the second Surah in the Quran, and the longest Surah in the Quran. It is also…
A Thematic Tafseer of Surah Kahf Surah Kahf begins by laying down the fundamental theme of the Surah. The opening verses praises Allah for revealing the Qur’an as a means of guidance for mankind, and a warning to those who persist in disbelief. The Messenger (peace be upon him) is then told not to grief…
Surah Yasin: A Chapter About Faith Known as the heart of the Quran to many, Surah Yasin is one of the most beloved Surahs in the Quran. All around the world, millions of Muslims memorize and recite this Surah. Yet, how many of us have studied its Tafseer or reflected on its lessons? Here is…
The Test of the Beauty of this world There are many places in the Qur’an in which Allah uses the word beauty to describe this world, and it truly is beautiful. There are many types of beauty in this world, including pure beauty, deceptive beauty and tempting beauty. In this section, we will look at…