Living The Quran Through The Living Quran

In this, part one of the commentary of Surah al-Najm, we explore the 62nd chapter of the Quran. This chapter was revealed in Mecca and contains 62 verses and it takes its name from the first verse of the chapter by God taking an oath by the star.

In this section of verses 88 to 96, we conclude the review the theme of a  summary of the three groups of people. In this section, God concludes  the chapter and summarizes the three groups which He introduced at the  beginning of this chapter.

In this section of verses 88 to 96, we review the theme of a summary of the three groups of people. In this section, God concludes the chapter and summarizes the three groups which He introduced at the beginning of this chapter.

In this section of verses 83 to 87, we review the theme of the reality of death and our incapacity to prevent it. Do we have the ability to avert death and live "for ever" - if so, why don't we do it? Is there some other "force" which controls our life and death??

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in  which we review  verses 81 to 82, God speaks to us and asks us that with all that is in existence, how can humanity still deny Him? Why do people deny the existence of God?

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in which we continue and conclude our review of verses 77 to 80, God speaks about the Noble Quran. This  is a book which was revealed to the Prophet over the course of 23 years  and is a guidance for all of humanity. It is free from corruption and is  the only covenant which God has given to humanity which He promised  that...

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in which we review verses 77 to 80, God speaks about the Noble Quran. This is a book which was revealed to the Prophet over the course of 23 years and is a guidance for all of humanity. It is free from corruption and is the only covenant which God has given to humanity which He promised that He would protect from being distorted. This session w...

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in  which we review verses 75 to 76, God takes some oaths, something which He need not do given who He is, however He does so for specific reasons in the Quran. 

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in which we review verses 71 to 74, God poses the rhetorical question to humanity  about the fire which we kindle and the trees from which we are able to make a fire. Do we have  the power to create these trees out of 'nothing', or does God give us, out of His grace, trees - one of the uses is to make a fire. For those who go camping,...

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in  which we review 68 to 70, God poses the rhetorical question to humanity  about the water which we drink and make use of for life - do we have the power to control its descent or is God the true one who allows us to benefit from water??

In this portion of the commentary of Surah al-Waqiyah in which we review  63 to 67, God poses the rhetorical question to humanity about the seeds  which we sow - do we have the power to control its growth or  destruction or is God the true one who allows us to plant seeds and grow  our food?  

In this episode, we review verses 61 to 62 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah as we look at the topic of 'being brought back' - a fact which many people outright deny - that how can God bring us back to life after death when our bodies have turned to dust and perhaps they are spread around the world - in the oceans or even havi...

In this episode, we review verses 57 to 60 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah as we look at some of the proofs for the existence of God and the Day of Resurrection.

In this episode, we review verses 51 to 56 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah as we look at some of the unbearable punishments in the deep abyss known as hell.

In this episode, we review verses 49 to 50 and review the theme of "Everyone Will Be Brought Back to God" and go over the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we continue and conclude our review of verses 41 to 48 under the theme of "The Wretched People" and see SOME of the painful and dreadful punishments which they will receive, as mentioned in Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we review verses 41 to 48 under the theme of "The Wretched People" and see SOME of the painful and dreadful punishments which they will receive, as mentioned in Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we continue and conclude our review of verses 27 to 40 under the theme of 'Those in Bliss' and review some of the blessings which the fortunate ones in Paradise can expect as mentioned in this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we review verses 27 to 40 under the theme of 'Those in Bliss' and review some of the blessings which the fortunate ones in Paradise can expect as mentioned in this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we continue and conclude our review of verses 17 to 24 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah as we look at some of the barriers and impediments which exist.

In this episode, we review verses 25 to 26 under the theme of 'Barriers and Impediments' of Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we review verses 17 to 24 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah as we look at some of the pleasures of paradise.

In this episode, we conclude our three-part discussion on the review of verses 7 to 16 and review some of the take away messages which we can reflect upon from this portion of Surah al-Waqiyah.

In this episode, we continue our three-part discussion on the review of verses 7 to 16 and see some of the bounties and blessings those going to paradise will gain post Judgement day.

In this episode, we begin our three-part discussion on the review of verses 7 to 16 and review the three distinct groups which God separates humanity into. From there, we will also see what some of the bounties and blessings - and pains and punishments are - which each group will receive after their accounts have been taken on Judgement day.