Living The Quran Through The Living Quran

In this portion, we review verses 50 to 56 and review the outcome of some of the previous nations and the punishments which they faced due to their own negative actions.

In this session of the commentary of Surah al-Najm, verses 45-49, we review SOME of the powers and abilities which God has - such as His creation of the human being from 'nothing' to the creation of the stars in the galaxies...

 In this section we review the theme of "The True Lord" - this is the  same God which has sent previous prophets like Abraham and Moses and He  is the same one who deputed the likes of Noah, Jesus and Muhammad -  prayers of God be upon them all. In this brief review we look at the  topic of God "controlling" or better yet, being the "source" of human  emotions and fee...

 In this, part two of the discussion, we complete the topic of "What You  Deserve" - in the meaning that we all get what we deserve and we are not  held accountable for the sins of others. If we strive and work hard, we  do so for ourselves and no one else and if we are lazy and lethargic,  well, we are doing so at our own detriment. 

In this discussion of two parts, we review the topic of "What You Deserve" - in the meaning that we all get what we deserve and we are not held accountable for the sins of others. If we strive and work hard, we do so for ourselves and no one else and if we are lazy and lethargic, well, we are doing so at our own detriment.

In this review, we go over verses 33 to 37 of Surah al-Najm under the theme of The Deniers - those who deny God. We do a thorough review of the qualities and characters of Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim) and also mention is made of Moses (Musa). These are two Prophets of God mentioned in the Old Testament as Prophets of the Children of Israel and are also mentioned with a great frequency in the Noble Qu...

In this, part 4 of a 4 part series, we conclude the topic of the vast forgiveness of God. We review the effects of sins and how to recompense for the sins we have performed in the past.

In this, part 3 of a 4 part series, we try and tackle the  topic of the   vast forgiveness of God. We review a lengthy tradition which is a  comprehensive look at what the "major sins" are - by offering the  listener a full list of all of the major sins, it will help us to keep  aware from acts which cause massive blockages between ourselves and our  creator and...

In this, part 2 of a 4 part series, we try and tackle the  topic of the  vast forgiveness of God. We review a lengthy tradition which is a comprehensive look at what the "major sins" are - by offering the listener a full list of all of the major sins, it will help us to keep aware from acts which cause massive blockages between ourselves and our creator and which, if we do not make atone...

 In this, part 1 of a 4 part series, we try and tackle the topic of the  vast forgiveness of God. How great is His mercy, compassion and  forgiveness? Does He punish people? We try and answer these and other  questions. 

In this episode, we briefly review the concept of the infinite justice of God - He refers to Himself in this and many other Quranic passages as being fair and just in meting out what we are deserving of, and one of his names is al-Adl - The Just - how does it play out in Surah al-Najm? Watch and find out more.

 In this, the second of a two part review, we explore and conclude the  topic of "the paths" - that is to say, the paths in life which we tread  on a spiritual front.

In this, the first of a two part review, we explore the topic of "the paths" - that is to say, the paths in life which we tread on a spiritual front.

In this installment, we review the theme of no substitutes and the need for humanity to ensure that they follow that which they have certain knowledge of - that they do not let assumptions or guesswork to guide their lives.

In this, part 3 of 3 of Surah al-Najm, we continue to review verses 24 to 26 in which we discuss the theme of 'The Authority'. Is God the only one in charge or can / do the angels, and others 'interfere' in the workings of the world? Check out this episode as we initiate the discussion.

In this, part 2 of 3 of Surah al-Najm, we review verses 24 to 26 in  which we discuss the theme of 'The Authority'. Is God the only one in  charge or can / do the angels, and others 'interfere' in the workings of  the world?  Check out this episode as we initiate the discussion. 

In this, part 1 of 3 of Surah al-Najm, we review verses 24 to 26 in  which we discuss the theme of 'The Authority'. Is God the only one in  charge or can / do the angels, and others 'interfere' in the workings of  the world?  Check out this episode as we initiate the discussion. 

In the review of verse 23, under the theme of Falsehood, we look at the fact that the Angels which the polytheists and even others today worship are nothing other than falsehood - "fake gods".

In this portion of verses 19 to 22 of Surah al-Najm, we review the topic of "The Idols" - the false gods which the Arabs at the time of the Prophet used to worship - statues of wood and stone - and that these are nothing more than strange concoctions of their imagination.

In this part, we review verses 16 to 18 of Surah al-Najm and we look at some of the major signs which were shown to the Prophet on his night journey - the me'raj - from Mecca to Jerusalem and then into the celestial realms.

In this section we review verses 12 to 15 and answer the question about the Meraj and the objections and disputes which people have gotten into in regards to this miraculous event. Who are we to deny the Prophet and his journey to the heavens?

In this discussion, we conclude our review of verses 5 to 11  of Surah al-Najm covering  the topic of 'The  Prophet'.

In this discussion, we begin our review of verses 5 to 11 of Surah  al-Najm covering  the topic of 'The  Prophet' - we begin our review of the night ascension of the Prophet - the me'raj - and many other issues in regards to the character and status of the Prophet in Islam.

In this discussion, we continue and conclude the first portion of Surah  al-Najm covering verses 1 to 4 and the  topic of 'The Great Oath' -  promises and warnings which God takes in  the introductory portion of  Surah al-Najm. 

In this discussion, we review the first portion of Surah al-Najm covering verses 1 to 4 and the  topic of 'The Great Oath' - promises and warnings which God takes in  the introductory portion of Surah al-Najm.