Quran Garden - The Holy Quran Explained in Clear English (English Tafsir)

God says: ‘Fight them until there is no more persecution, and worship is devoted to God’ giving the believers a clear mission -not for worldly or material gain- but to give all humanity the chance to be free of persecution and tyranny; an opportunity to follow their creator not their equal; and an opportunity to be truly free from all forms of subjugation and imposed beliefs.

Why didn’t the Muslims fight their enemies from the first day and go after the leaders of disbelief in Mecca who were persecuting and torturing them? Why was fighting not legislated for over 13 years of Islam? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Sadly, there have been many charges against Islam regarding the issues of fighting and war. Let’s consider the two most common accusations: first, it has been said that Islam was spread by the sword. Second: Islam has been criticized for imposing taxes –called Jezia-on the nonbelievers under its rule. Find the answer to these accusations and so much more in this week's update.

We have adopted the moon phases for measuring time and predicting tides. We have utilized some of the sun’s energy for our use, and we benefit from our knowledge of the seasons for agriculture. We have ancient knowledge of the positions of some stars –such as the North Star- and we use it for navigation. Perhaps in the future, and when the scientific minds are busy in exploration and research,...

Prophet Muhammad’s companions asked many questions. They questioned each and every practice that was common at the time, because they wanted to move from ignorance into deeds that were fair and that brought them closer to Allah. Learn more in this week’s update.

Corruption! Learn how the rich and governments collude to cause corruption and the loss of resources and life.

Money and labor are the wealth of societies. The money I have today will pass to another person through trade. What laws govern this circulation of wealth? Find the answers in this week's update.

Learn how to earn the great rewards of a spiritual retreat (I'tikaf) each time you step into a mosque.

Do you often pray and ask God for something only to have your prayers go unanswered? Why? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

How do you get closer to God? Is there a secret? Yes, there is! Learn this secret and much more in this week's update.

God says that ‘the Quran was revealed as guidance for mankind.’ Learn more about guidance, and why we as humans do a poor job mapping our way through life. Take a moment to listen and to share with your family & friends.

Why wasn't the Quran revealed as one complete book? There are those who criticize the Quran and question: how do you say that Quran was revealed in the month of Ramadan, while you also say that it was revealed little by little over the twenty-three years of Muhammad’s Prophethood? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

The history of fasting Ramadan. Fasting, just like many other religious obligations, was introduced gradually. Learn more in this week's update.

Should you fast Ramadan during Travel? There are some who argue that travel in our time is totally different from those in the olden days: We have cars, planes, and comfortable hotel accommodations. Shouldn't we, then, be able to fast while traveling? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

You often hear a person who just came back from the Hajj pilgrimage say: ‘When I was in Mecca and Medina I felt the sweetness of faith; I experienced great peace and comfort in my heart. It was like I had forgotten the entire world around me.’ Are these praises, feelings and experiences exclusive to the holy places and cannot be experienced anywhere else? Or are these places supposed to serve...

Give good advice. Prophet Muhammad –peace be upon him said-: "The example of the persons abiding by God's orders and restrictions in comparison to those who violate them is like the example of passengers who drew lots for their seats in a boat. Some of them got seats in the upper deck while the others sat in the lower. When the lower deck passengers needed water, they had to go up to bring water...

Religious Obligations & Love. Are Religious Obligations a burden? or are they an act of love? We see God’s teachings and legislation as an act of love; and we see submission to the will of God as a way of reciprocating this love. Learn more in this week's update.

Death penalty in Islam. There is much discussion about the death penalty. Is it fair, cruel, or ever necessary? The Quran gives you the true purpose of punishment laws. Learn more in this week’s update.

Brotherhood in faith. God says: The believers are brothers, so make peace and reconciliation between your brothers and be mindful of God, so that you may be given mercy. (49:10) Learn more about the strength of the bond of brotherhood in Islam in this week's update.

Murder and revenge. What does Islam teach us about revenge, murder and the death penalty? How do the bible, Torah and Quran differ in dealing with the issue of murder? Learn the answers and much more in this week’s update.