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Deuteronomy 6:4. Hear, O Israel: The Lord our God is One Lord:
6:5. And you shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your might.The above was the heart of the message delivered by Moses to the Children of Israel. They were provided with good teachings and the book of the law. But they did forsake the truth, falsified the scripture (The Torah), innovated their own fabrications (Traditions of Talmud, Mishnah and Gemara), and thus became rebellious in the sight of God.
Quran 62:5. The example of those who were given the Torah, then failed to uphold it, is like the donkey carrying great works of literature. Miserable indeed is the example of people who rejected God's revelations. God does not guide the wicked people.
Deuteronomy 31:16. "And the Lord said to Moses, Behold, you shall sleep with your fathers; and this people will rise up, and go after the gods of the strangers of the land (Traditions of Talmud, Mishnah and Gemara), whither they go to be among them, and will forsake Me, and break My covenant which I have made with them.
31:17. Then My anger shall be kindled against them in that Day, and I will forsake them, and I will hide My face from them, and they shall be devoured, and many evils and troubles shall befall them; so that they will say in that Day, are not these evils come upon us, because our God is not among us?
31:18. And I will surely hide My face in that Day for all the evils which they shall have done, in that they are turned unto other gods."Moses was one hundred and twenty years old when he made this prophecy before his death:
Deuteronomy 32:27. "For I know your rebellion, and your stiff neck: behold, while I am yet alive with you this day, you have been rebellious against the Lord; and how much more after my death?
32:28. Gather unto me all the elders of your tribes, and your officers, that I may speak these words in their ears, and call heaven and earth to record against them.
32:29. For I know that after my death you will utterly corrupt yourselves, and turn aside from the way which I have commanded you; and evil will befall you in latter days; because you will do evil in the sight of the Lord, to provoke Him to anger through the work of your hands.Quran 7:167. Additionally, your Lord has decreed that He will raise up against them people who will inflict severe persecution upon them, until the Day of Resurrection. Your Lord is most efficient in enforcing retribution, and He is certainly the Forgiver, Most Merciful.
7:168. We scattered them among many communities throughout the land. Some of them were righteous, and some were less than righteous. We tested them with prosperity and hardship, that they may return.Quran 17:4. We addressed the Children of Israel in the scripture: “You will commit gross evil on earth, twice. You are destined to fall into great heights of arrogance.
17:5. “When the first time comes to pass, we will send against you servants of ours who possess great might, and they will invade your homes. This is a prophecy that must come to pass.
17:6. “Afterwards, we will give you a turn over them, and will supply you with a lot of wealth and children; we will give you the upper hand.17:7. “If you work righteousness, you work righteousness for your own good, but if you commit evil you do so to your own detriment. Thus, when the second time comes to pass, they (Who) will defeat you and enter the mosque, just as they did the first time. They will wipe out all the gains you had accomplished.”
Glory is to God, this will be the greatest surprise in modern history?
Deuteronomy18:18. I will raise them up a prophet from among their brethren, like you (Moses), and I will put My words (the Quran) in his mouth (Mohammad); and he shall speak unto them all that I shall command him.
18:19. And it shall come to pass that whosoever will not listen to My words that he shall speak in My name (In the name of God, Most Gracious, Most Merciful), I will require it of him.For more information please go to: http://www.universalunity.org/13.html
O Children of Israel, remember My favor, which I bestowed upon you,
And fulfill your part of the covenant, that I fulfill My part of the covenant, and reverence Me.
You shall believe in what I have revealed herein, confirming what you have;
Do not be the first to reject it. Do not trade away My revelations for a cheap price, and observe Me.
Do not confound the truth with falsehood, nor shall you conceal the truth, knowingly.
Quran 2:40-42
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Divine Commandment to All Jews: “You Shall Believe in This Quran.”
2:40. O Children of Israel (1), remember My favor, which I bestowed upon you, and fulfill your part of the covenant, that I fulfill My part of the covenant, and reverence Me.
2:41. You shall believe in what I have revealed herein, confirming what you have; do not be the first to reject it. Do not trade away My revelations for a cheap price, and observe Me.
2:42. Do not confound the truth with falsehood, nor shall you conceal the truth, knowingly.
2:43. You shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) and give the obligatory charity (Zakat), and bow down with those who bow down.
2:44. Do you exhort the people to be righteous, while forgetting yourselves, though you read the scripture? Do you not understand?
2:45. You shall seek help through steadfastness and the Contact Prayers (Salat). This is difficult indeed, but not so for the reverent,
2:46. who believe that they will meet their Lord; that to Him they ultimately return.
2:47. O Children of Israel (2), remember My favor which I bestowed upon you, and that I blessed you more than any other people.
2:48. Beware of the day when no soul can avail another soul, no intercession will be accepted, no ransom can be paid, nor can anyone be helped.
2:49. Recall that we saved you from Pharaoh's people who inflicted upon you the worst persecution, slaying your sons and sparing your daughters. That was an exacting test from your Lord.
2:50. Recall that we parted the sea for you; we saved you and drowned Pharaoh's people before your eyes.
2:51. Yet, when we summoned Moses (1) for forty nights, you worshiped the calf in his absence, and turned wicked.
2:52. Still, we pardoned you thereafter that you may be appreciative.
2:53. Recall that we gave Moses (2) scripture and the statute book, that you may be guided.Kill Your Ego
2:54. Recall that Moses (3) said to his people, “O my people, you have wronged your souls by worshiping the calf. You must repent to your Creator. You shall kill your egos. This is better for you in the sight of your Creator.” He did redeem you. He is the Redeemer, Most Merciful.Physical Evidence
2:55. Recall that you said, “O Moses (4), we will not believe unless we see God, physically.” Consequently, the lightning struck you, as you looked.
2:56. We then revived you, after you had died, that you may be appreciative.
2:57. We shaded you with clouds (in Sinai), and sent down to you manna and quails: “Eat from the good things we provided for you.” They did not hurt us (by rebelling); they only hurt their own souls.Lack of Confidence in God: They Refused to Enter Jerusalem
2:58. Recall that we said, “Enter this town, where you will find as many provisions as you like. Just enter the gate humbly, and treat the people nicely. We will then forgive your sins, and increase the reward for the pious.”
2:59. But the wicked among them carried out commands other than the commands given to them. Consequently, we sent down upon the transgressors condemnation from the sky, due to their wickedness.More Miracles
2:60. Recall that Moses (5) sought water for his people. We said, “Strike the rock with your staff.” Where-upon, twelve springs gushed out there-from. The members of each tribe knew their own water. Eat and drink from God's provisions, and do not roam the earth corrupting it.Israel Rebels
2:61. Recall that you said, “O Moses (6), we can no longer tolerate one kind of food. Call upon your Lord to produce for us such earthly crops as beans, cucumbers, garlic, lentils, and onions.” He said, “Do you wish to substitute that which is inferior for that which is good? Go down to Egypt, where you can find what you asked for.” They have incurred condemnation, humiliation, and disgrace, and brought upon themselves wrath from God. This is because they rejected God's revelations, and killed the prophets unjustly. This is because they disobeyed and transgressed.Unity of All Submitters
2:62. Surely, those who believe, those who are Jewish, the Christians, and the converts; anyone who (1) believes in God, and (2) believes in the Last Day, and (3) leads a righteous life, will receive their recompense from their Lord. They have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve.Covenant with Israel
2:63. We made a covenant with you, as we raised Mount Sinai above you: "You shall uphold what we have given you strongly, and remember its contents, that you may be saved."
2:64. But you turned away thereafter, and if it were not for God's grace towards you and His mercy, you would have been doomed.
2:65. You have known about those among you who desecrated the Sabbath. We said to them, “Be you as despicable as apes.”
2:66. We set them up as an example for their generation, as well as subsequent generations, and an enlightenment for the righteous.The Heifer
2:67. Moses (7) said to his people, “God commands you to sacrifice a heifer.” They said, “Are you mocking us?” He said, “God forbid, that I should behave like the ignorant ones.”
2:68. They said, “Call upon your Lord to show us which one.” He said, “He says that she is a heifer that is neither too old, nor too young; of an intermediate age. Now, carry out what you are commanded to do.”
2:69. They said, “Call upon your Lord to show us her color.” He said, “He says that she is a yellow heifer, bright colored, pleases the beholders.”
2:70. They said, “Call upon your Lord to show us which one. The heifers look alike to us and, God willing, we will be guided.”
2:71. He said, “He says that she is a heifer that was never humiliated in plowing the land or watering the crops; free from any blemish.” They said, “Now you have brought the truth.” They finally sacrificed her, after this lengthy reluctance.Purpose of the Heifer
2:72. You had killed a soul, then disputed among yourselves. God was to expose what you tried to conceal.
2:73. We said, “Strike (the victim) with part (of the heifer).” That is when God brought the victim back to life, and showed you His signs, that you may understand.
2:74. Despite this, your hearts hardened like rocks, or even harder. For there are rocks from which rivers gush out. Others crack and release gentle streams, and other rocks cringe out of reverence for God. God is never unaware of anything you do.Distorting the Word of God
2:75. Do you expect them to believe as you do, when some of them used to hear the word of God, then distort it, with full understanding thereof, and deliberately?Concealing the Word of God
2:76. And when they meet the believers, they say, “We believe,” but when they get together with each other, they say, “Do not inform (the believers) of the information given to you by God, lest you provide them with support for their argument concerning your Lord. Do you not understand?”
2:77. Do they not know that God knows everything they conceal, and everything they declare?
2:78. Among them are gentiles who do not know the scripture, except through hearsay, then assume that they know it.
2:79. Therefore, woe to those who distort the scripture with their own hands, then say, “This is what God has revealed,” seeking a cheap material gain. Woe to them for such distortion, and woe to them for their illicit gains.Eternity of Heaven and Hell
2:80. Some have said, “Hell will not touch us, except for a limited number of days.” Say, “Have you taken such a pledge from God - God never breaks His pledge - or, are you saying about God what you do not know?”
2:81. Indeed, those who earn sins and become surrounded by their evil work will be the dwellers of Hell; they abide in it forever.
2:82. As for those who believe, and lead a righteous life, they will be the dwellers of Paradise; they abide in it forever.The Commandments
2:83. We made a covenant with the Children of Israel (3): “You shall not worship except God. You shall honor your parents and regard the relatives, the orphans, and the poor. You shall treat the people amicably. You shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) and give the obligatory charity (Zakat).” But you turned away, except a few of you, and you became averse.
2:84. We made a covenant with you, that you shall not shed your blood, nor shall you evict each other from your homes. You agreed and bore witness.
2:85. Yet, here you are killing each other, and evicting some of you from their homes, banding against them sinfully and maliciously. Even when they surrendered, you demanded ransom from them. Evicting them was prohibited for you in the first place. Do you believe in part of the scripture and disbelieve in part? What should be the retribution for those among you who do this, except humiliation in this life, and a far worse retribution on the Day of Resurrection? God is never unaware of anything you do.
2:86. It is they who bought this lowly life at the expense of the Hereafter. Consequently, the retribution is never commuted for them, nor can they be helped.The Prophets of Israel
2:87. We gave Moses (8) the scripture, and subsequent to him we sent other messengers, and we gave Jesus, son of Mary, profound miracles and supported him with the Holy Spirit. Is it not a fact that every time a messenger went to you with anything you disliked, your ego caused you to be arrogant? Some of them you rejected, and some of them you killed.Tragic Statement: "My mind is made up!"
2:88. Some would say, “Our minds are made up!” Instead, it is a curse from God, as a consequence of their disbelief, that keeps them from believing, except for a few of them.The Quran Consummates All Scriptures
2:89. When this scripture came to them from God, and even though it agrees with, and confirms what they have, and even though they used to prophesy its advent when they talked with the disbelievers, when their own prophecy came to pass, they disbelieved therein. God's condemnation thus afflicts the disbelievers.
2:90. Miserable indeed is what they sold their souls for - rejecting these revelations of God out of sheer resentment that God should bestow His grace upon whomever He chooses from among His servants. Consequently, they incurred wrath upon wrath. The disbelievers have incurred a humiliating retribution.
2:91. When they are told, “You shall believe in these revelations of God,” they say, “We believe only in what was sent down to us.” Thus, they disbelieve in subsequent revelations, even if it is the truth from their Lord, and even though it confirms what they have! Say, “Why then did you kill God's prophets, if you were believers?”Learning From Israel's History
2:92. Moses (9) went to you with profound miracles, yet you worshiped the calf in his absence, and you turned wicked.
2:93. We made a covenant with you, as we raised Mount Sinai above you, saying, “You shall uphold the commandments we have given you, strongly, and listen." They said, "We hear, but we disobey.” Their hearts became filled with adoration for the calf, due to their disbelief. Say, “Miserable indeed is what your faith dictates upon you, if you do have any faith.”
2:94. Say, “If the abode of the Hereafter is reserved for you at God, to the exclusion of all other people, then you should long for death, if you are truthful.”
2:95. They never long for it, because of what their hands have sent forth. God is fully aware of the wicked.
2:96. In fact, you will find them the most covetous of life; even more so than the idol worshipers. The one of them wishes to live a thousand years. But this will not spare him any retribution, no matter how long he lives. God is seer of everything they do.Gabriel Mediates the Revelation
2:97. Say, “Anyone who opposes Gabriel should know that he has brought down this (Quran) into your heart, in accordance with God's will, confirming previous scriptures, and providing guidance and good news for the believers.”
2:98. Anyone who opposes God, and His angels, and His messengers, and Gabriel and Michael, should know that God opposes the disbelievers.
2:99. We have sent down to you such clear revelations, and only the wicked will reject them.
2:100. Is it not a fact that when they make a covenant and pledge to keep it, some of them always disregard it? In fact, most of them do not believe.Disregarding God's Scripture
2:101. Now that a messenger from God has come to them, and even though he proves and confirms their own scripture, some followers of the scripture disregard God's scripture behind their backs, as if they never had any scripture.Witchcraft Condemned
2:102. They pursued what the devils taught concerning Solomon's kingdom. Solomon, however, was not a disbeliever, but the devils were disbelievers. They taught the people sorcery, and that which was sent down through the two angels of Babel, Haroot and Maroot. These two did not divulge such knowledge without pointing out: "This is a test. You shall not abuse such knowledge." But the people used it in such evil schemes as the breaking up of marriages. They can never harm anyone against the will of God. They thus learn what hurts them, not what benefits them, and they know full well that whoever practices witchcraft will have no share in the Hereafter. Miserable indeed is what they sell their souls for, if they only knew.
2:103. If they believe and lead a righteous life, the reward from God is far better, if they only knew.Twisting the Words of Supplication
2:104. O you who believe, do not say, “Raa`ena" (be our shepherd). Instead, you should say, "Unzurna” (watch over us), and listen. The disbelievers have incurred a painful retribution.Jealousy Condemned
2:105. Neither the disbelievers among the followers of the scripture, nor the idol worshipers, wish to see any blessings come down to you from your Lord. However, God showers His blessings upon whomever He chooses. God possesses infinite grace.The Ultimate Miracle: The Quran's Mathematical Code
2:106. When we abrogate any miracle, or cause it to be forgotten, we produce a better miracle, or at least an equal one. Do you not recognize the fact that God is Omnipotent?
2:107. Do you not recognize the fact that God possesses the kingship of the heavens and the earth; that you have none besides God as your Lord and Master?
2:108. Do you wish to demand of your messenger what was demanded of Moses (10) in the past? Anyone who chooses disbelief, instead of belief, has truly strayed off the right path.
2:109. Many followers of the scripture would rather see you revert to disbelief, now that you have believed. This is due to jealousy on their part, after the truth has become evident to them. You shall pardon them, and leave them alone, until God issues His judgment. God is Omnipotent.
2:110. You shall observe the Contact Prayers (Salat) and give the obligatory charity (Zakat). Any good you send forth on behalf of your souls, you will find it at God. God is seer of everything you do.All Believers Are Redeemed, Regardless of the Name of Their Religion
2:111. Some have said, “No one will enter Paradise except Jews or Christians!” Such is their wishful thinking. Say, “Show us your proof, if you are right.”Submission: The Only Religion
2:112. Indeed, those who submit themselves absolutely to God alone, while leading a righteous life, will receive their recompense from their Lord; they have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve.
2:113. The Jews said, “The Christians have no basis,” while the Christians said, “The Jews have no basis.” Yet, both of them read the scripture. Such are the utterances of those who possess no knowledge. God will judge them on the Day of Resurrection, regarding their disputes.You Shall Frequent the Masjid
2:114. Who are more evil than those who boycott God's masjids, where His name is commemorated, and contribute to their desertion? These ought not to enter therein except fearfully. They will suffer in this life humiliation, and will suffer in the Hereafter a terrible retribution.
2:120. Neither the Jews, nor the Christians, will accept you, unless you follow their religion. Say, “God's guidance is the true guidance.” If you acquiesce to their wishes, despite the knowledge you have received, you will find no ally or supporter to help you against God.
2:121. Those who received the scripture, and know it as it should be known, will believe in this. As for those who disbelieve, they are the losers.
2:122. O Children of Israel (4), remember My favor which I bestowed upon you, and that I blessed you more than any other people.
2:123. Beware of the day when no soul will help another soul, no ransom will be accepted, no intercession will be useful, and no one will be helped.
Abraham Delivered All the Practices of Submission (Islam)
2:127. As Abraham raised the foundations of the shrine, together with Ismail (they prayed): “Our Lord, accept this from us. You are the Hearer, the Omniscient.
2:128. “Our Lord, make us submitters to You, and from our descendants let there be a community of submitters to You. Teach us the rites of our religion, and redeem us. You are the Redeemer, Most Merciful.
2:129. “Our Lord, and raise among them a messenger to recite to them Your revelations, teach them the scripture and wisdom, and purify them. You are the Almighty, Most Wise.”
2:130. Who would forsake the religion of Abraham, except one who fools his own soul? We have chosen him in this world, and in the Hereafter he will be with the righteous.
2:131. When his Lord said to him, “Submit,” he said, “I submit to the Lord of the universe.”
2:132. Moreover, Abraham exhorted his children to do the same, and so did Jacob: "O my children, God has pointed out the religion for you; do not die except as submitters.”
2:133. Had you witnessed Jacob on his death bed; he said to his children, “What will you worship after I die? They said, “We will worship your god; the god of your fathers Abraham, Ishmael, and Isaac; the One god. To Him we are submitters.”
2:134. Such is a community from the past. They are responsible for what they earned, and you are responsible for what you earned. You are not answerable for anything they have done.Submission (Islam): Abraham's Religion
2:135. They said, “You have to be Jewish or Christian, to be guided.” Say, “We follow the religion of Abraham - monotheism - he never was an idol worshiper.”No Distinction Among God's Messengers
2:136. Say, “We believe in God, and in what was sent down to us, and in what was sent down to Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, and the Patriarchs; and in what was given to Moses (11) and Jesus, and all the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction among any of them. To Him alone we are submitters.”2:140. Do you say that Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, and the Patriarchs were Jewish or Christian? Say, “Do you know better than God? Who is more evil than one who conceals a testimony he has learned from God? God is never unaware of anything you do.”
Miracles Bring Greater Responsibility
2:211. Ask the Children of Israel (5) how many profound miracles have we shown them! For those who disregard the blessings bestowed upon them by God, God is most strict in retribution.Disastrous Jealousy
2:213. The people used to be one community when God sent the prophets as bearers of good news, as well as warners. He sent down with them the scripture, bearing the truth, to judge among the people in their disputes. Ironically, those who received the scripture were the ones who rejected any new scripture, despite clear proofs given to them. This is due to jealousy on their part. God guides those who believe to the truth that is disputed by all others, in accordance with His will. God guides whoever wills in a straight path.
Saul
2:246. Have you noted the leaders among the Children of Israel (6) after Moses (12)? They said to their prophet, “If you appoint a king to lead us, we will fight in the cause of God.” He said, “Is it your intention that, if fighting is decreed for you, you will not fight?” They said, “Why should we not fight in the cause of God, when we have been deprived of our homes, and our children?” Yet, when fighting was decreed for them, they turned away, except a few. God is aware of the transgressors.Questioning God's Wisdom
2:247. Their prophet said to them, "God has appointed Taloot (Saul) to be your king. They said, “How can he have kingship over us when we are more worthy of kingship than he; he is not even rich?” He said, “God has chosen him over you, and has blessed him with an abundance in knowledge and in body.” God grants His kingship to whomever He wills. God is Bounteous, Omniscient.Ark of the Covenant
2:248. Their prophet said to them, “The sign of his kingship is that the Ark of the Covenant will be restored to you, bringing assurances from your Lord, and relics left by the people of Moses (13) and the people of Aaron. It will be carried by the angels. This should be a convincing sign for you, if you are really believers.”David and Goliath
2:249. When Saul took command of the troops, he said, “God is putting you to the test by means of a stream. Anyone who drinks from it does not belong with me - only those who do not taste it belong with me - unless it is just a single sip.” They drank from it, except a few of them. When he crossed it with those who believed, they said, “Now we lack the strength to face Goliath and his troops.” Those who were conscious of meeting God said, “Many a small army defeated a large army by God's leave. God is with those who steadfastly persevere.”
2:250. When they faced Goliath and his troops, they prayed, “Our Lord, grant us steadfastness, strengthen our foothold, and support us against the disbelieving people.”
2:251. They defeated them by God's leave, and David killed Goliath. God gave him kingship and wisdom, and taught him as He willed. If it were not for God's support of some people against others, there would be chaos on earth. But God showers His grace upon the people.2:252. These are God's revelations. We recite them through you, truthfully, for you are one of the messengers.
3:2. GOD: there is no god except He; the Living, the Eternal.
3:3. He sent down to you this scripture, truthfully, confirming all previous scriptures, and He sent down the Torah and the Gospel
3:4. before that, to guide the people, and He sent down the statute book. Those who disbelieve in God's revelations incur severe retribution. God is Almighty, Avenger.3:10. Those who disbelieve will never be helped by their money, nor by their children, against God. They will be fuel for Hell.
3:11. Like Pharaoh's people and those before them, they rejected our revelations and, consequently, God punished them for their sins. God is strict in enforcing retribution.The Most Important Commandment
3:18. GOD bears witness that there is no god except He, and so do the angels and those who possess knowledge. Truthfully and equitably, He is the absolute god; there is no god but He, the Almighty, Most Wise.Submission: The Only Religion
3:19. The only religion approved by God is “Submission.” Ironically, those who have received the scripture are the ones who dispute this fact, despite the knowledge they have received, due to jealousy. For those who reject God's revelations, God is most strict in reckoning.3:20. If they argue with you, then say, “I have simply submitted myself to God; I and those who follow me.” You shall proclaim to those who received the scripture, as well as those who did not, “Would you submit?" If they submit, then they have been guided, but if they turn away, your sole mission is to deliver this message. God is Seer of all people.
3:21. Those who have rejected God's revelations, and killed the prophets unjustly, and killed those who advocated justice among the people, promise them a painful retribution.
3:22. Their works have been nullified, both in this life and in the Hereafter, and they will have no helpers.
3:23. Have you noted those who were given part of the scripture, and how they are invited to uphold this scripture of God, and apply it to their own lives, then some of them turn away in aversion?
3:24. This is because they said, “The hellfire will not touch us, except for a few days.” They were thus deceived in their religion by their own fabrications.
3:25. How will it be for them, when we summon them on that inevitable day? Each soul will be paid for whatever it earned, without the least injustice._____________________________________________________
3:49. As a messenger to the Children of Israel (7): “I come to you with a sign from your Lord -- I create for you from clay the shape of a bird, then I blow into it, and it becomes a live bird by God's leave. I restore vision to the blind, heal the leprous, and I revive the dead by God's leave. I can tell you what you eat, and what you store in your homes. This should be a proof for you, if you are believers.
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Invitation to All Believers
3:64. Say, “O followers of the scripture, let us come to a logical agreement between us and you: that we shall not worship except God; that we never set up any idols besides Him, nor set up any human beings as lords beside God.” If they turn away, say, “Bear witness that we are submitters.”3:65. O followers of the scripture, why do you argue about Abraham, when the Torah and the Gospel were not revealed until after him? Do you not understand?
3:66. You have argued about things you knew; why do you argue about things you do not know? God knows, while you do not know.
3:67. Abraham was neither Jewish, nor Christian; he was a monotheist submitter. He never was an idol worshiper.
3:68. The people most worthy of Abraham are those who followed him, and this Prophet, and those who believe. God is the Lord and Master of the believers.
3:69. Some followers of the scripture wish to lead you astray, but they only lead themselves astray, without perceiving.
3:70. O followers of the scripture, why do you reject these revelations of God though you bear witness (that this is the truth)
3:71. O followers of the scripture, why do you confound the truth with falsehood, and conceal the truth, knowingly?Be Honest With All People
3:75. Some followers of the scripture can be trusted with a whole lot, and they will give it back to you. Others among them cannot be trusted with a single dinar; they will not repay you unless you keep after them. That is because they say, "We do not have to be honest when dealing with the gentiles! Thus, they attribute lies to God, knowingly.
3:76. Indeed, those who fulfill their obligations and lead a righteous life, God loves the righteous.
3:77. As for those who trade away God's covenant, and their obligations, for a cheap price, they receive no share in the Hereafter. God will not speak to them, nor look at them, on the Day of Resurrection, nor will He purify them. They have incurred a painful retribution.
3:78. Among them are those who twist their tongues to imitate the scripture, that you may think it is from the scripture, when it is not from the scripture, and they claim that it is from God, when it is not from God. Thus, they utter lies and attribute them to God, knowingly.Make No Distinction Among God's Messengers
3:84. Say, “We believe in God, and in what was sent down to us, and in what was sent down to Abraham, Ismail, Isaac, Jacob, and the Patriarchs, and in what was given to Moses (14), Jesus, and the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction among any of them. To Him alone we are submitters.”Do Not Prohibit What Is Lawful
*** 3:93. All food used to be lawful for the Children of Israel (8), until Israel (9) imposed certain prohibitions on themselves before the Torah was sent down. Say, "Bring the Torah and read it, if you are truthful."
3:94. Those who fabricate false prohibitions after this, and attribute them to God, are truly wicked.
3:95. Say, “God has proclaimed the truth: You shall follow Abraham's religion -- monotheism. He never was an idolater.”3:108. These are God's revelations; we recite them to you, truthfully. God does not wish any hardship for the people.
3:109. To God belongs everything in the heavens and everything on earth, and all matters are controlled by God.The Best Community
3:110. You are the best community ever raised among the people: you advocate righteousness and forbid evil, and you believe in God. If the followers of the scripture believed, it would be better for them. Some of them do believe, but the majority of them are wicked.
3:111. They can never harm you, beyond insulting you. If they fight you, they will turn around and flee. They can never win.
3:112. They shall be humiliated whenever you encounter them, unless they uphold God's covenant, as well as their peace covenants with you. They have incurred wrath from God, and, consequently, they are committed to disgrace. This is because they rejected God's revelations, and killed the prophets unjustly. This is because they disobeyed and transgressed.Righteous Jews & Christians
3:113. They are not all the same; among the followers of the scripture, there are those who are righteous. They recite God's revelations through the night, and they fall prostrate.
3:114. They believe in God and the Last Day, they advocate righteousness and forbid evil, and they hasten to do righteous works. These are the righteous.
3:115. Any good they do will not go without being rewarded. God is fully aware of the righteous.Humans Continue to Defy God
3:181. God has heard the utterances of those who said, “God is poor, while we are rich.” We will record everything they said, just as we recorded their killing of the prophets unjustly, and we will say, “Suffer the retribution of Hell.
3:182. “This is the consequence of your own works.” God is never unjust towards the people.
3:183. It is they who said, “God has made a covenant with us that we shall not believe in any messenger, unless he produces an offering that gets consumed by fire.” Say, “Messengers before me have come to you with clear proofs, including what you just demanded. Why then did you kill them, if you are truthful?”
3:184. If they reject you, messengers before you have been rejected, even though they brought proofs, the Psalms, and the enlightening scripture.3:187. God took a covenant from those who received the scripture: “You shall proclaim it to the people, and never conceal it.” But they disregarded it behind their backs, and traded it away for a cheap price. What a miserable trade.
Righteous Jews and Christians
3:199. Surely, some followers of the previous scriptures do believe in God, and in what was revealed to you, and in what was revealed to them. They reverence God, and they never trade away God's revelations for a cheap price. These will receive their recompense from their Lord. God is the most efficient in reckoning.3:200. O you who believe, you shall be steadfast, you shall persevere, you shall be united, you shall observe God, that you may succeed.
4:45. God knows best who your enemies are. God is the only Lord and Master. God is the only Supporter.
4:46. Among those who are Jewish, some distort the words beyond the truth, and they say, “We hear, but we disobey,” and “Your words are falling on deaf ears,” and “Raa'ena* (be our shepherd),” as they twist their tongues to mock the religion. Had they said, “We hear, and we obey,” and “We hear you,” and “Unzurna (watch over us),” it would have been better for them, and more righteous. Instead, they have incurred condemnation from God due to their disbelief. Consequently, the majority of them cannot believe.
4:46 The word "Raa'ena" was twisted by some Hebrew speaking people to sound like a dirty word. See 2:104.
4:47. O you who received the scripture, you shall believe in what we reveal herein, confirming what you have, before we banish certain faces to exile, or condemn them as we condemned those who desecrated the Sabbath. God's command is done.
4:49. Have you noted those who exalt themselves? Instead, God is the One who exalts whomever He wills, without the least injustice.
4:50. Note how they fabricate lies about God; what a gross offense this is!4:51. Have you noted those who received a portion of the scripture, and how they believe in idolatry and false doctrine, then say, "The disbelievers are better guided than the believers!"?
4:52. It is they who incurred God's condemnation, and whomever God condemns, you will not find any helper for him.
4:53. Do they own a share of the sovereignty? If they did, they would not give the people as much as a grain.
4:54. Are they envious of the people because God has showered them wit His blessings? We have given Abraham's family the scripture, and wisdom; we granted them a great authority.
4:55. Some of them believed therein, and some of them repelled there-from; Hell is the only just retribution for these.
4:56. Surely, those who disbelieve in our revelations, we will condemn them to the hellfire. Whenever their skins are burnt, we will give them new skins. Thus, they will suffer continuously. God is Almighty, Most Wise.
4:57. As for those who believe and lead a righteous life, we will admit them into gardens with flowing streams; they abide therein forever. They will have pure spouses therein. We will admit them into a blissful shade.Abraham: Original Messenger of Islam
4:125. Who is better guided in his religion than one who submits totally to God, leads a righteous life, according to the creed of Abraham: monotheism? God has chosen Abraham as a beloved friend.Lessons From Israel
4:153. The people of the scripture challenge you to bring down to them a book from the sky! They have asked Moses (15) for more than that, saying, “Show us God, physically.” Consequently, the lightning struck them, as a consequence of their audacity. Additionally, they worshiped the calf, after all the miracles they had seen. Yet, we pardoned all this. We supported Moses (16) with profound miracles.
4:154. And we raised Mount Sinai above them, as we took their covenant. And we said to them, “Enter the gate humbly.” And we said to them, “Do not desecrate the Sabbath.” Indeed, we took from them a solemn covenant.
4:155. (They incurred condemnation) for violating their covenant, rejecting God's revelations, killing the prophets unjustly, and for saying, “Our minds are made up!” In fact, God is the One who sealed their minds, due to their disbelief, and this is why they fail to believe, except rarely.
4:156. (They are condemned) for disbelieving and uttering about Mary a gross lie.Crucifying “the Body” of Jesus
4:157. And for claiming that they killed the Messiah, Jesus, son of Mary, the messenger of God. In fact, they never killed him, they never crucified him - they were made to think that they did. All factions who are disputing in this matter are full of doubt concerning this issue. They possess no knowledge; they only conjecture. For certain, they never killed him.
4:158. Instead, God raised him to Him; God is Almighty, Most Wise.
4:159. Everyone among the people of the scripture was required to believe in him before his death. On the Day of Resurrection, he will be a witness against them.
4:160. Due to their transgressions, we prohibited for the Jews good foods that used to be lawful for them; also for consistently repelling from the path of God.
4:161. And for practicing usury, which was forbidden, and for consuming the people's money illicitly. We have prepared for the disbelievers among them painful retribution.
4:162. As for those among them who are well founded in knowledge, and the believers, they believe in what was revealed to you, and in what was revealed before you. They are observers of the Contact Prayers (Salat), and givers of the obligatory charity (Zakat); they are believers in God and the Last Day. We grant these a great recompense.God's Messengers
4:163. We have inspired you (Mohammad), as we inspired Noah and the prophets after him. And we inspired Abraham, Ishmael, Isaac, Jacob, the Patriarchs, Jesus, Job, Jonah, Aaron, and Solomon. And we gave David the Psalms.
4:164. Messengers we have told you about, and messengers we never told you about. And God spoke to Moses (17) directly.
4:165. Messengers to deliver good news, as well as warnings. Thus, the people will have no excuse when they face God, after all these messengers have come to them. God is Almighty, Most Wise.
4:166. But God bears witness concerning what He has revealed to you; He has revealed it with His knowledge. And the angels bear witness as well, but God suffices as witness.The Quran's Mathematical Code: Tangible, Irrefutable Proof
4:174. O people, a proof has come to you from your Lord; we have sent down to you a profound beacon.
4:175. Those who believe in God, and hold fast to Him, He will admit them into mercy from Him, and grace, and will guide them to Him in a straight path.
Only Four Meats Prohibited “Animals that die of themselves” Defined
5:3. Prohibited for you are animals that die of themselves, blood, the meat of pigs, and animals dedicated to other than God. (Animals that die of themselves include those) strangled, struck with an object, fallen from a height, gored, attacked by a wild animal - unless you save your animal before it dies - and animals sacrificed on altars. Also prohibited is dividing the meat through a game of chance; this is an abomination. Today, the disbelievers have given up concerning (the eradication of) your religion; do not fear them and fear Me instead. Today, I have completed your religion, perfected My blessing upon you, and I have decreed Submission as the religion for you. If one is forced by famine (to eat prohibited food), without being deliberately sinful, then God is Forgiver, Merciful.
5:4. They consult you concerning what is lawful for them; say, “Lawful for you are all good things, including what trained dogs and falcons catch for you.” You train them according to God's teachings. You may eat what they catch for you, and mention God's name thereupon. You shall observe God. God is most efficient in reckoning.
5:5. Today, all good food is made lawful for you. The food of the people of the scripture is lawful for you and your food is lawful for them. Also, you may marry the chaste women among the believers, as well as the chaste women among the followers of previous scripture, provided you pay them their due dowries. You shall maintain chastity, not committing adultery, nor taking secret lovers. Anyone who rejects faith, all his work will be in vain, and in the Hereafter he will be with the losers.Conditions for Staying Within God's Protection
5:12. God had taken a covenant from the Children of Israel (10), and we raised among them twelve patriarchs. And God said, "I am with you, so long as you observe the Contact Prayers (Salat ), give the obligatory charity (Zakat ), and believe in My messengers and respect them, and continue to lend God a loan of righteousness. I will then remit your sins, and admit you into gardens with flowing streams. Anyone who disbelieves after this, has indeed strayed off the right path."
5:13. It was a consequence of their violating the covenant that we condemned them, and we caused their hearts to become hardened. Consequently, they took the words out of context, and disregarded some of the commandments given to them. You will continue to witness betrayal from them, excepting a few of them. You shall pardon them, and disregard them. God loves those who are benevolent.The Quran: God's Message to the Jews and Christians
5:15. O people of the scripture, our messenger has come to you to proclaim for you many things you have concealed in the scripture, and to pardon many other transgressions you have committed. A beacon has come to you from God, and a profound scripture.
5:16. With it, God guides those who seek His approval. He guides them to the paths of peace, leads them out of darkness into the light by His leave, and guides them in a straight path.Who are God's chosen and the beloved?
5:18. The Jews and the Christians said, “We are God's children and His beloved.” Say, “Why then does He punish you for your sins? You are just humans like the other humans He created.” He forgives whomever He wills and punishes whomever He wills. To God belongs the sovereignty of the heavens and the earth, and everything between them, and to Him is the final destiny.5:20. Recall that Moses (18) said to his people, “O my people, remember God's blessings upon you: He appointed prophets from among you, made you kings, and granted you what He never granted any other people.
5:21. “O my people, enter the holy land that God has decreed for you, and do not rebel, lest you become losers.”
5:22. They said, “O Moses (19), there are powerful people in it, and we will not enter it, unless they get out of it. If they get out, we are entering.”
5:23. Two men who were reverent and blessed by God said, “Just enter the gate. If you just enter it, you will surely prevail. You must trust in God, if you are believers.”Despite All the Miracles They had seen
5:24. They said, “O Moses (20), we will never enter it, so long as they are in it. Therefore, go - you and your Lord - and fight. We are sitting right here.”
5:25. He said, “My Lord, I can only control myself and my brother. So allow us to part company with the wicked people.”
5:26. He said, “Henceforth, it is forbidden them for forty years, during which they will roam the earth aimlessly. Do not grieve over such wicked people.”Grossness of Murder
5:32. Because of this, we decreed for the Children of Israel (11) that anyone who murders any person who had not committed murder or horrendous crimes, it shall be as if he murdered all the people. And anyone who spares a life it shall be as if he spared the lives of all the people. Our messengers went to them with clear proofs and revelations, but most of them, after all this, are still transgressing.Capital Punishment: When is it Justified?
5:33. The just retribution for those who fight God and His messenger, and commit horrendous crimes, is to be killed, or crucified, or to have their hands and feet cut off on alternate sides, or to be banished from the land. This is to humiliate them in this life, then they suffer a far worse retribution in the Hereafter.
5:34. Exempted are those who repent before you overcome them. You should know that God is Forgiver, Most Merciful.5:41. O you messenger, do not be saddened by those who hasten to disbelieve among those who say, “We believe,” with their mouths, while their hearts do not believe. Among the Jews, some listened to lies. They listened to people who never met you, and who distorted the words out of context, then said, “If you are given this, accept it, but if you are given anything different, beware.” Whomever God wills to divert, you can do nothing to help him against God. God does not wish to cleanse their hearts. They have incurred humiliation in this world, and in the Hereafter, they will suffer a terrible retribution.
5:42. They are upholders of lies, and eaters of illicit earnings. If they come to you to judge among them, you may judge among them, or you may disregard them. If you choose to disregard them, they cannot harm you in the least. But if you judge among them, you shall judge equitably. God loves those who are equitable.
5:43. Why do they ask you to judge among them, when they have the Torah, containing God's law, and they chose to disregard it? They are not believers.Honoring Previous Scripture
5:44. We have sent down the Torah, containing guidance and light. Ruling in accordance with it were the Jewish prophets, as well as the rabbis and the priests, as dictated to them in God's scripture, and as witnessed by them. Therefore, do not reverence human beings; you shall reverence Me instead. And do not trade away My revelations for a cheap price. Those who do not rule in accordance with God's revelations, are the disbelievers.The Law of Equivalence
5:45. And we decreed for them in it that: the life for the life, the eye for the eye, the nose for the nose, the ear for the ear, the tooth for the tooth, and an equivalent injury for any injury. If one forfeits what is due to him as a charity, it will atone for his sins. Those who do not rule in accordance with God's revelations are the unjust.Quran: The Ultimate Reference
5:48. Then we revealed to you this scripture, truthfully, confirming previous scriptures, and superseding them. You shall rule among them in accordance with God's revelations, and do not follow their wishes if they differ from the truth that came to you. For each of you, we have decreed laws and different rites. Had God willed, He could have made you one congregation. But He thus puts you to the test through the revelations He has given each of you. You shall compete in righteousness. To God is your final destiny - all of you - then He will inform you of everything you had disputed.
5:49. You shall rule among them in accordance with God's revelations to you. Do not follow their wishes, and beware lest they divert you from some of God's revelations to you. If they turn away, then know that God wills to punish them for some of their sins. Indeed, many people are wicked.Certain Jews and Christians Cannot Be Friends
5:51. O you who believe, do not take certain Jews and Christians as allies; these are allies of one another. Those among you who ally themselves with these belong with them. God does not guide the transgressors.Which Jews and Christians
5:57. O you who believe, do not befriend those among the recipients of previous scripture who mock and ridicule your religion, nor shall you befriend the disbelievers. You shall reverence God, if you are really believers.
5:58. When you call to the Contact Prayers (Salat ), they mock and ridicule it. This is because they are people who do not understand.
5:59. Say, “O people of the scripture, do you not hate us because we believe in God, and in what was revealed to us, and in what was revealed before us, and because most of you are not righteous?”
5:60. Say, “Let me tell you who are worse in the sight of God: those who are condemned by God after incurring His wrath until He made them (as despicable as ) monkeys and pigs, and the idol worshipers. These are far worse, and farther from the right path.”
5:61. When they come to you, they say, “We believe,” even though they were full of disbelief when they entered, and they are full of disbelief when they leave. God is fully aware of everything they conceal.
5:62. You see many of them readily committing evil and transgression, and eating from illicit earnings. Miserable indeed is what they do.
5:63. If only the rabbis and the priests enjoin them from their sinful utterances and illicit earnings! Miserable indeed is what they commit.Blaspheming Against God
5:64. The Jews even said, “God's hand is tied down!” It is their hands that are tied down. They are condemned for uttering such a blasphemy. Instead, His hands are wide open, spending as He wills. For certain, your Lord's revelations to you will cause many of them to plunge deeper into transgression and disbelief. Consequently, we have committed them to animosity and hatred among themselves until the Day of Resurrection. Whenever they ignite the flames of war, God puts them out. They roam the earth wickedly, and God dislikes the evildoers.5:68. Say, “O people of the scripture, you have no basis until you uphold the Torah, and the Gospel, and what is sent down to you herein from your Lord.” For sure, these revelations from your Lord will cause many of them to plunge deeper into transgression and disbelief. Therefore, do not feel sorry for the disbelieving people.
Minimum Requirements For Salvation
5:69. Surely, those who believe, those who are Jewish, the converts, and the Christians; any of them who (1) believe in God and (2) believe in the Last Day, and (3) lead a righteous life, have nothing to fear, nor will they grieve.5:70. We have taken a covenant from the Children of Israel (12), and we sent to them messengers. Whenever a messenger went to them with anything they disliked, some of them they rejected, and some they killed.
Salvation For Jews and Christians
5:65. If only the people of the scripture believe and lead a righteous life, we will then remit their sins, and admit them into gardens of bliss.They Must Believe in This Quran
5:66. If only they would uphold the Torah and the Gospel, and what is sent down to them herein from their Lord, they would be showered with blessings from above them and from beneath their feet. Some of them are righteous, but many of them are evildoers.__________________________________________________
Today's Christianity Not Jesus' Religion
5:72. Pagans indeed are those who say that God is the Messiah, son of Mary. The Messiah himself said, “O Children of Israel (13), you shall worship God; my Lord and your Lord.” Anyone who sets up any idol beside God, God has forbidden Paradise for him, and his destiny is Hell. The wicked have no helpers.5:73. Pagans indeed are those who say that God is a third of a trinity. There is no god except the One god. Unless they refrain from saying this, those who disbelieve among them will incur a painful retribution.
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Choose Your Friends Carefully
5:77. Say, “O people of the scripture, do not transgress the limits of your religion beyond the truth, and do not follow the opinions of people who have gone astray, and have misled multitudes of people; they are far astray from the right path.”
5:78. Condemned are those who disbelieved among the Children of Israel (14), by the tongue of David and Jesus, the son of Mary. This is because they disobeyed and transgressed.A Statement of Fact
5:82. You will find that the worst enemies of the believers are the Jews and the idol worshipers. And you will find that the closest people in friendship to the believers are those who say, "We are Christian." This is because they have priests and monks among them, and they are not arrogant.
5:83. When they hear what was revealed to the messenger, you see their eyes flooding with tears as they recognize the truth therein, and they say, “Our Lord, we have believed, so count us among the witnesses.
5:84. “Why should we not believe in God, and in the truth that has come to us, and hope that our Lord may admit us with the righteous people?”
5:85. God has rewarded them for saying this; He will admit them into gardens with flowing streams. They abide therein forever. Such is the reward for the righteous.5:86. As for those who disbelieve and reject our revelations, they are the dwellers of Hell.
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5:110. God will say, “O Jesus, son of Mary, remember My blessings upon you and your mother. I supported you with the Holy Spirit, to enable you to speak to the people from the crib, as well as an adult. I taught you the scripture, wisdom, the Torah, and the Gospel. Recall that you created from clay the shape of a bird by My leave, then blew into it, and it became a live bird by My leave. You healed the blind and the leprous by My leave, and revived the dead by My leave. Recall that I protected you from the Children of Israel (15) who wanted to hurt you, despite the profound miracles you had shown them. The disbelievers among them said, 'This is obviously magic.'
Quran, the Whole Quran, and Nothing But the Quran
6:19. Say, “Whose testimony is the greatest?” Say, “God's. He is the witness between me and you that this Quran has been inspired to me, to preach it to you and whomever it reaches. Indeed, you bear witness that there are other gods beside God.” Say, “I do not testify as you do; there is only One god, and I disown your idolatry.”
6:20. Those to whom we have given the scripture recognize this as they recognize their own children. The ones who lose their souls are those who do not believe.
6:21. Who is more evil than one who lies about God, or rejects His revelations? The transgressors never succeed.Abraham Debates With Idol Worshipers
6:74. Recall that Abraham said to his father Aazer, “How could you worship statues as gods? I see that you and your people have gone far astray.”
6:75. We showed Abraham the marvels of the heavens and the earth, and blessed him with certainty:
6:76. When the night fell, he saw a shining planet. “Maybe this is my Lord,” he said. When it disappeared, he said, “I do not like (gods) that disappear.”
6:77. When he saw the moon rising, he said, “Maybe this is my Lord!” When it disappeared, he said, “Unless my Lord guides me, I will be with the strayers.”
6:78. When he saw the sun rising, he said, “This must be my Lord. This is the biggest.” But when it set, he said, “O my people, I denounce your idolatry.”
6:79. “I have devoted myself absolutely to the One who initiated the heavens and the earth; I will never be an idol worshiper.
6:80. His people argued with him. He said, “Do you argue with me about God, after He has guided me? I have no fear of the idols you set up. Nothing can happen to me, unless my Lord wills it. My Lord's knowledge encompasses all things. Would you not take heed?
6:81. “Why should I fear your idols? It is you who should be afraid, since you worship instead of God idols that are utterly powerless to help you. Which side is more deserving of security, if you know?”Perfect Security for Believers
6:82. Those who believe, and do not pollute their belief with idol worship, have deserved the perfect security, and they are truly guided.
6:83. Such was our argument, with which we supported Abraham against his people. We exalt whomever we will to higher ranks. Your Lord is Most Wise, Omniscient.
6:84. And we granted him Isaac and Jacob, and we guided both of them. Similarly, we guided Noah before that, and from his descendants (we guided) David, Solomon, Job, Joseph, Moses (21), and Aaron. We thus reward the righteous.
6:85. Also, Zachariah, John, Jesus, and Elias; all were righteous.
6:86. And Ismail, Elisha, Jonah, and Lot; each of these we distinguished over all the people.
6:87. From among their ancestors, their descendants, and their siblings, we chose many, and we guided them in a straight path.
6:88. Such is God's guidance, with which He guides whomever He chooses from among His servants. Had any of them fallen into idolatry, their works would have been nullified.
6:89. Those were the ones to whom we have given the scripture, wisdom, and prophethood. If these people disbelieve, we will substitute others in their place, and the new people will not be disbelievers.
6:90. These are the ones guided by God; you shall be guided in their footsteps. Say, “I do not ask you for any wage. This is but a message for all the people.”
God's Messages to the World
6:91. They never valued God as He should be valued. Thus, they said, “God does not reveal anything to any human being.” Say, “Who then revealed the scripture that Moses (22) brought, with light and guidance for the people?” You put it down on paper to proclaim it, while concealing a lot of it. You were taught what you never Knew - you and your parents. Say, “God (is the One who revealed it),” then leave them in their heedlessness, playing.
6:92. This too is a blessed scripture that we have revealed, confirming the previous scriptures, that you may warn the most important community and all those around it. Those who believe in the Hereafter will believe in this (scripture), and will observe the Contact Prayers (Salat).Quran: Fully Detailed
6:114. Shall I seek other than God as a source of law, when He has revealed to you this book fully detailed? Those who received the scripture recognize that it has been revealed from your Lord, truthfully. You shall not harbor any doubt.
6:115. The word of your Lord is complete, in truth and justice. Nothing shall abrogate His words. He is the Hearer, the Omniscient.The Only Dietary Prohibitions
6:145. Say, “I do not find in the revelations given to me any food that is prohibited for any eater except: (1) carrion, (2) running blood, (3) the meat of pigs, for it is contaminated, and (4) the meat of animals blasphemously dedicated to other than God.” If one is forced (to eat these), without being deliberate or malicious, then your Lord is Forgiver, Most Merciful.
6:146. For those who are Jewish we prohibited animals with undivided hoofs; and of the cattle and sheep we prohibited the fat, except that which is carried on their backs, or in the viscera, or mixed with bones. That was a retribution for their transgressions, and we are truthful.The Major Commandments
6:151. Say, “Come let me tell you what your Lord has really prohibited for you: You shall not set up idols besides Him. You shall honor your parents. You shall not kill your children for the fear of poverty – we provide for you and for them. You shall not commit gross sins, obvious or hidden. You shall not kill - God has made life sacred - except in the course of justice. These are His commandments to you, that you may understand.”Additional Commandments
6:152. You shall not touch the orphans' money except in the most righteous manner, until they reach maturity. You shall give full weight and full measure when you trade, equitably. We do not burden any soul beyond its means. You shall be absolutely just when you bear witness, even against your relatives. You shall fulfill your covenant with God. These are His commandments to you, that you may take heed.
6:153. This is my path - a straight one. You shall follow it, and do not follow any other paths, lest they divert you from His path. These are His commandments to you, that you may be saved.
6:154. And we gave Moses (23) the scripture, complete with the best commandments, and detailing everything, and a beacon and mercy, that they may believe in meeting their Lord.
6:155. This too is a blessed scripture that we have revealed; you shall follow it and lead a righteous life, that you may attain mercy.
6:156. Now you can no longer say, “The scripture was sent down to two groups before us, and we were unaware of their teachings.”Mathematics: The Ultimate Proof
6:157. Nor can you say, “If only a scripture could come down to us, we would be better guided than they.” A proven scripture has now come to you from your Lord, and a beacon, and a mercy. Now, who is more evil than one who rejects these proofs from God, and disregards them? We will commit those who disregard our proofs to the worst retribution, for their heedlessness.6:161. Say, “My Lord has guided me in a straight path - the perfect religion of Abraham, monotheism. He never was an idol worshiper.”
6:162. Say, “My Contact Prayers (Salat), my worship practices, my life and my death, are all devoted absolutely to God alone, the Lord of the universe.
6:163. “He has no partner. This is what I am commanded to believe, and I am the first to submit.”
6:164. Say, “Shall I seek other than God as a lord, when He is the Lord of all things? No soul benefits except from its own works, and none bears the burden of another. Ultimately, you return to your Lord, then He informs you regarding all your disputes.”
6:165. He is the One who made you inheritors of the earth, and He raised some of you above others in rank, in order to test you in accordance with what He has given you. Surely, your Lord is efficient in enforcing retribution, and He is Forgiver, Most Merciful.
Moses
7:103. After (those messengers,) we sent Moses (24) with our signs to Pharaoh and his people, but they transgressed. Note the consequences for the wicked.
7:104. Moses (25) said, “O Pharaoh, I am a messenger from the Lord of the universe.
7:105. “It is incumbent upon me that I do not say about God except the truth. I come to you with a sign from your Lord; let the Children of Israel (16) go.”
7:106. He said, “If you have a sign, then produce it, if you are truthful.”
7:107. He threw down his staff, and it turned into a tremendous serpent.
7:108. He took out his hand, and it was white to the beholders.
7:109. The leaders among Pharaoh's people said, “This is no more than a clever magician.
7:110. “He wants to take you out of your land; what do you recommend?”
7:111. They said, “Respite him and his brother, and send summoners to every city.
7:112. “Let them summon every experienced magician.”
7:113. The magicians came to Pharaoh and said, “Do we get paid if we are the winners?”
7:114. He said, “Yes indeed; you will even become close to me.”
7:115. They said, “O Moses (26), either you throw, or we are throwing.”
7:116. He said, “You throw.” When they threw, they tricked the people's eyes, intimidated them, and produced a great magic.
7:117. We then inspired Moses (27): “Throw down your staff,” whereupon it swallowed whatever they fabricated.The Truth Recognized by the Experts
7:118. Thus, the truth prevailed, and what they did was nullified.
7:119. They were defeated then and there; they were humiliated.
7:120. The magicians fell prostrate.
7:121. They said, “We believe in the Lord of the universe.
7:122. “The Lord of Moses (28) and Aaron.”7:123. Pharaoh said, “Did you believe in him without my permission? This must be a conspiracy you schemed in the city, in order to take its people away. You will surely find out.
7:124. “I will cut your hands and feet on alternate sides, then I will crucify you all.”
7:125. They said, “We will then return to our Lord.
7:126. “You persecute us simply because we believed in the proofs of our Lord when they came to us.” “Our Lord, grant us steadfastness, and let us die as submitters.”
7:127. The leaders among Pharaoh's people said, “Will you allow Moses (29) and his people to corrupt the earth, and forsake you and your gods?” He said, “We will kill their sons, and spare their daughters. We are much more powerful than they are.”
7:128. Moses (30) said to his people, “Seek God's help, and steadfastly persevere. The earth belongs to God, and He grants it to whomever He chooses from among His servants. The ultimate victory belongs to the righteous.”
7:129. They said, “We were persecuted before you came to us, and after you came to us.” He said, “Your Lord will annihilate your enemy and establish you on earth, then He will see how you behave.”The Plagues
7:130. We then afflicted Pharaoh's people with drought, and shortage of crops, that they may take heed.
7:131. When good omens came their way, they said, “We have deserved this,” but when a hardship afflicted them, they blamed Moses (31) and those with him. In fact, their omens are decided only by God, but most of them do not know.
7:132. They said, “No matter what kind of sign you show us, to dupe us with your magic, we will not believe.”The Warnings Go Unheeded
7:133. Consequently, we sent upon them the flood, the locusts, the lice, the frogs, and the blood - profound signs. But they maintained their arrogance. They were evil people.
7:134. Whenever a plague afflicted them, they said, “O Moses (32), implore your Lord - you are close to Him. If you relieve this plague, we will believe with you, and will send the Children of Israel (17) with you.”
7:135. Yet, when we relieved the plague for any length of time, they violated their pledge.The Inevitable Retribution
7:136. Consequently, we avenged their actions, and drowned them in the sea. That is because they rejected our signs, and were totally heedless thereof.
7:137. We let the oppressed people inherit the land, east and west, and we blessed it. The blessed commands of your Lord were thus fulfilled for the Children of Israel (18), to reward them for their steadfastness, and we annihilated the works of Pharaoh and his people and everything they harvested.After All the Miracles
7:138. We delivered the Children of Israel (19) across the sea. When they passed by people who were worshiping statues, they said, “O Moses (33), make a god for us, like the gods they have.” He said, “Indeed, you are ignorant people.
7:139. “These people are committing a blasphemy, for what they are doing is disastrous for them.
7:140. “Shall I seek for you other than God to be your god, when He has blessed you more than anyone else in the world?”Reminder to the Children of Israel
7:141. Recall that we delivered you from Pharaoh's people, who inflicted the worst persecution upon you, killing your sons and sparing your daughters. That was an exacting trial for you from your Lord.Our World Cannot Stand the Physical Presence of God
7:142. We summoned Moses (34) for thirty nights, and completed them by adding ten. Thus, the audience with his Lord lasted forty nights. Moses (35) said to his brother Aaron, “Stay here with my people, maintain righteousness, and do not follow the ways of the corruptors.”
7:143. When Moses (36) came at our appointed time, and his Lord spoke with him, he said, “My Lord, let me look and see You.” He said, “You cannot see Me. Look at that mountain; if it stays in its place, then you can see Me.” Then, his Lord manifested Himself to the mountain, and this caused it to crumble. Moses (37) fell unconscious. When he came to, he said, “Be You glorified. I repent to You, and I am the most convinced believer.”
7:144. He said, “O Moses (38), I have chosen you, out of all the people, with My messages and by speaking to you. Therefore, take what I have given you and be appreciative.”
7:145. We wrote for him on the tablets all kinds of enlightenment and details of everything: “You shall uphold these teachings strongly, and exhort your people to uphold them - these are the best teachings. I will point out for you the fate of the wicked.”Divine Intervention Keeps the Disbelievers in the Dark
7:146. I will divert from My revelations those who are arrogant on earth, without justification. Consequently, when they see every kind of proof they will not believe. And when they see the path of guidance they will not adopt it as their path, but when they see the path of straying they will adopt it as their path. This is the consequence of their rejecting our proofs, and being totally heedless thereof.
7:147. Those who reject our revelations and the meeting of the Hereafter, their works are nullified. Are they requited only for what they committed?The Golden Calf
7:148. During his absence, Moses' (39) people made from their jewelry the statue of a calf, complete with the sound of a calf. Did they not see that it could not speak to them, or guide them in any path? They worshiped it, and thus turned wicked.
7:149. Finally, when they regretted their action, and realized that they had gone astray, they said, “Unless our Lord redeems us with His mercy, and forgives us, we will be losers."
7:150. When Moses (40) returned to his people, angry and disappointed, he said, “What a terrible thing you have done in my absence! Could you not wait for the commandments of your Lord?” He threw down the tablets, and took hold of his brother's head, pulling him towards himself. (Aaron) said, “Son of my mother, the people took advantage of my weakness, and almost killed me. Let not my enemies rejoice, and do not count me with the transgressing people.”
7:151. (Moses) said, “My Lord, forgive me and my brother, and admit us into Your mercy. Of all the merciful ones, You are the Most Merciful.”
7:152. Surely, those who idolized the calf have incurred wrath from their Lord, and humiliation in this life. We thus requite the innovators.
7:153. As for those who committed sins, then repented thereafter and believed, your Lord - after this - is Forgiver, Most Merciful.
7:154. When Moses' (41) anger subsided, he picked up the tablets, containing guidance and mercy for those who reverence their Lord.
7:155. Moses (42) then selected seventy men from among his people, to come to our appointed audience. When the quake shook them, he said, “My Lord, You could have annihilated them in the past, together with me, if You so willed. Would You annihilate us for the deeds of those among us who are foolish? This must be the test that You have instituted for us. With it, You condemn whomever You will, and guide whomever You will. You are our Lord and Master, so forgive us, shower us with Your mercy; You are the best Forgiver.Requirements For Attaining God's Mercy
7:156. “And decree for us righteousness in this world, and in the Hereafter. We have repented to You.” He said, “My retribution befalls whomever I will. But My mercy encompasses all things. However, I will specify it for those who (1) lead a righteous life, (2) give the obligatory charity (Zakat), (3) believe in our revelations, and
7:157. “(4) follow the messenger, the gentile prophet (Mohammad), whom they find written in their Torah and Gospel. He exhorts them to be righteous, enjoins them from evil, allows for them all good food, and prohibits that which is bad, and unloads the burdens and the shackles imposed upon them. Those who believe in him, respect him, support him, and follow the light that came with him are the successful ones.”7:158. Say, “O people, I am God's messenger to all of you. To Him belongs the sovereignty of the heavens and the earth. There is no god except He. He controls life and death.” Therefore, you shall believe in God and His messenger, the gentile prophet, who believes in God and His words. Follow him, that you may be guided.
The Guided Jews
7:159. Among the followers of Moses (43) there are those who guide in accordance with the truth, and the truth renders them righteous.Miracles in Sinai
7:160. We divided them into twelve tribal communities, and we inspired Moses (44) when his people asked him for water: “Strike the rock with your staff,” whereupon twelve springs gushed out there-from. Thus, each community knew its water. And we shaded them with clouds, and sent down to them manna and quails: “Eat from the good things we provided for you.” It is not us that they wronged; it is they who wronged their own souls.Rebellion Despite the Miracles
7:161. Recall that they were told, “Go into this town to live, and eat there-from as you please, treat the people amicably, and enter the gate humbly. We will then forgive your transgressions. We will multiply the reward for the righteous.”
7:162. But the evil ones among them substituted other commands for the commands given to them. Consequently, we sent upon them condemnation from the sky, because of their wickedness.Observing the Commandments Brings Prosperity
7:163. Remind them of the community by the sea, who desecrated the Sabbath. When they observed the Sabbath, the fish came to them abundantly. And when they violated the Sabbath, the fish did not come. We thus afflicted them, as a consequence of their transgression.Mocking and Ridiculing God's Message
7:164. Recall that a group of them said, “Why should you preach to people whom God will surely annihilate or punish severely?” They answered, “Apologize to your Lord,” that they might be saved.
7:165. When they disregarded what they were reminded of, we saved those who prohibited evil, and afflicted the wrongdoers with a terrible retribution for their wickedness.
7:166. When they continued to defy the commandments, we said to them, “Be you despicable apes.”7:167. Additionally, your Lord has decreed that He will raise up against them people who will inflict severe persecution upon them, until the Day of Resurrection. Your Lord is most efficient in enforcing retribution, and He is certainly the Forgiver, Most Merciful.
7:168. We scattered them among many communities throughout the land. Some of them were righteous, and some were less than righteous. We tested them with prosperity and hardship that they may return.
Blasphemies
9:30. The Jews said, “Ezra is the son of God,” while the Christians said, “The Messiah is the son of God!” These are blasphemies uttered by their mouths. They thus match the blasphemies of those who have disbelieved in the past. God condemns them. They have surely deviated.
Upholding the Teachings of Religious Leaders Instead of God's Teachings
9:31. They have set up their religious leaders and scholars as lords, instead of God. Others deified the Messiah, son of Mary. They were all commanded to worship only One god. There is no god except He. Be He glorified, high above having any partners.
Moses and Aaron
10:75. Then we sent after them Moses (45) and Aaron to Pharaoh and his group, with our proofs. But they turned arrogant, and were transgressing people.
10:76. When the truth came to them from us, they said, “This is obviously magic!”
10:77. Moses (46) said, “Is this how you describe the truth when it comes to you? Is this magic? How can any magicians prevail?”
10:78. They said, “Did you come to divert us from what we found our parents doing, and to attain positions of prominence for yourselves? We will never join you as believers.”The Truth Prevails
10:79. Pharaoh said, “Bring to me every experienced magician.”
10:80. When the magicians came, Moses (47) said to them, “Throw whatever you are going to throw.”
10:81. When they threw, Moses (48) said, “What you have produced is magic, and God will make it fail. God does not support the transgressors' work.”
10:82. God establishes the truth with His words, despite the criminals.
10:83. None believed with Moses (49) except a few of his people, while fearing the tyranny of Pharaoh and his elders. Surely, Pharaoh was much too arrogant on earth, and a real tyrant.
10:84. Moses (50) said, “O my people, if you have really believed in God, then put your trust in Him, if you are really submitters.”
10:85. They said, “We trust in God. Our Lord, save us from the persecution of these oppressive people.
10:86. “Deliver us, with Your mercy, from the disbelieving people.”
10:87. We inspired Moses (51) and his brother, “Maintain your homes in Egypt for the time being, turn your homes into synagogues, and maintain the Contact Prayers (Salat). Give good news to the believers.”
10:88. Moses (52) said, “Our Lord, you have given Pharaoh and his elders luxuries and wealth in this world. Our Lord, they only use them to repulse others from Your path. Our Lord, wipe out their wealth, and harden their hearts to prevent them from believing, until they see the painful retribution.”
10:89. He said, “Your prayer has been answered (O Moses and Aaron), so be steadfast, and do not follow the ways of those who do not know.”
10:90. We delivered the Children of Israel (20) across the sea. Pharaoh and his troops pursued them, aggressively and sinfully. When drowning became a reality for him, he said, “I believe that there is no god except the One in whom the Children of Israel (21) have believed; I am a submitter.”
10:91. “Too late! For you have rebelled already, and chose to be a transgressor.Pharaoh's Body Preserved
10:92. “Today, we will preserve your body, to set you up as a lesson for future generations.” Unfortunately, many people are totally oblivious to our signs.
(Footnote 10:92. God endowed the Egyptians with the exclusive knowledge of mummification. Today, Pharaoh’s body is on display at the Cairo Museum.)10:93. We have endowed the Children of Israel (22) with a position of honor, and blessed them with good provisions. Yet, they disputed when this knowledge came to them. Your Lord will judge them on the Day of Resurrection regarding everything they disputed.
The Messenger's Doubt
10:94. If you have any doubt regarding what is revealed to you from your Lord, then ask those who read the previous scripture. Indeed, the truth has come to you from your Lord. Do not be with the doubters.
10:95. Nor shall you join those who rejected God's revelations, lest you be with the losers.
10:96. Surely, those condemned by a decree from your Lord cannot believe.
10:97. No matter what kind of proof you show them, (they cannot believe), until they see the painful retribution.10:108. Proclaim: “O people, the truth has come to you herein from your Lord. Whoever is guided, is guided for his own good. And whoever goes astray, goes astray to his own detriment. I am not a guardian over you.”
10:109. Follow what is revealed to you, and be patient until God issues His judgment; He is the best judge.
11:1. A.L.R., this is a scripture whose verses have been perfected, then elucidated. It comes from the Most Wise, Most Cognizant.
The Quran: Messenger of God
11:2. Proclaiming: “You shall not worship except God. I come to you from Him as a Warner, as well as a bearer of good news.
11:3. “You shall seek your Lord's forgiveness, then repent to Him. He will then bless you generously for a predetermined period, and bestow His grace upon those who deserve it. If you turn away, then I fear for you the retribution of an awesome day.”
The Quran: Impossible to Imitate
11:13. If they say, “He fabricated (the Quran),” tell them, “Then produce ten Suras like these, fabricated, and invite whomever you can, other than God, if you are truthful.”
11:14. If they fail to meet your challenge, then know that this is revealed with God's knowledge, and that there is no god except He. Will you then submit?The Quran's Mathematical Code
11:17. As for those who are given solid proof from their Lord, reported by a witness from Him, and before it, the book of Moses (53) has set a precedent and a mercy, they will surely believe. As for those who disbelieve among the various groups, Hell is awaiting them. Do not harbor any doubt; this is the truth from your Lord, but most people disbelieve.Abraham and Lot
11:69. When our messengers went to Abraham with good news, they said, “Peace.” He said, “Peace,” and soon brought a roasted calf.
11:70. When he saw that their hands did not touch it, he became suspicious and fearful of them. They said, “Do not be afraid, we are being dispatched to the people of Lot.”
11:71. His wife was standing, and she laughed when we gave her the good news about Isaac, and after Isaac, Jacob.
11:72. She said, “Woe to me, how could I bear a child at my age, and here is my husband; an old man? This is really strange!”
11:73. They said, “Do you find it strange for God? God has bestowed His mercy and blessings upon you, O inhabitants of the shrine. He is Praiseworthy, Glorious.”Moses
11:96. We sent Moses (54) with our signs and a profound authority.
11:97. To Pharaoh and his elders. But they followed the command of Pharaoh, and Pharaoh's command was not wise.
11:98. He will lead his people on the Day of Resurrection, all the way to Hell; what a miserable abode to live in!
11:99. They have incurred condemnation in this life, as well as on the Day of Resurrection; what a miserable path to follow!11:110. We have given Moses (55) the scripture, but it was disputed, and if it were not for a predetermined word decreed by your Lord, they would have been judged immediately. They are full of doubt about this, suspicious.
11:111. Your Lord will surely recompense everyone for their works. He is fully Cognizant of everything they do.
12:3. We narrate to you the most accurate history through the revelation of this Quran. Before this, you were totally unaware.
12:4. Recall that Joseph said to his father, “O my father, I saw eleven planets, and the sun, and the moon; I saw them prostrating before me.”
12:5. He said, “My son, do not tell your brothers about your dream, lest they plot and scheme against you. Surely, the devil is man's worst enemy.
12:6. “Your Lord has thus blessed you, and has given you good news through your dream. He has perfected His blessings upon you and upon the family of Jacob, as He did for your ancestors Abraham and Isaac before that. Your Lord is Omniscient, Most Wise.
12:7. In Joseph and his brothers there are lessons for the seekers.
12:8. They said, “Joseph and his brother are favored by our father, and we are in the majority. Indeed, our father is far astray.Joseph's Fate Already Decided by God
12:9. “Let us kill Joseph, or banish him, that you may get some attention from your father. Afterwards, you can be righteous people.”
12:10. One of them said, “Do not kill Joseph; let us throw him into the abyss of the well. Perhaps some caravan can pick him up, if this is what you decide to do.”
12:11. They said, “Our father, why do you not trust us with Joseph? We will take good care of him.
12:12. “Send him with us tomorrow to run and play. We will protect him.”
12:13. He said, “I worry lest you go away with him, then the wolf may devour him while you are not watching him.”
12:14. They said, “Indeed, if the wolf devours him, with so many of us around, then we are really losers.”Believers are Blessed with God's Assurances
12:15. When they went away with him, and unanimously decided to throw him into the abyss of the well, we inspired him: “Some day, you will tell them about all this, while they have no idea.”
12:16. They came back to their father in the evening, weeping.
12:17. They said, “Our father, we went racing with each other, leaving Joseph with our equipment, and the wolf devoured him. You will never believe us, even if we were telling the truth.”
12:18. They produced his shirt with fake blood on it. He said, “Indeed, you have conspired with each other to commit a certain scheme. All I can do is resort to a quiet patience. May God help me in the face of your conspiracy.”Joseph is Taken to Egypt
12:19. A caravan passed by, and soon sent their waterer. He let down his bucket, then said, “How lucky! There is a boy here!” They took him along as merchandise, and God was fully aware of what they did.
12:20. They sold him for a cheap price - a few Dirhams - for they did not have any need for him.
12:21. The one who bought him in Egypt said to his wife, “Take good care of him. Maybe he can help us, or maybe we can adopt him.” We thus established Joseph on earth, and we taught him the interpretation of dreams. God's command is always done, but most people do not know.
12:22. When he reached maturity, we endowed him with wisdom and knowledge. We thus reward the righteous.God Protects the Believers From Sin
12:23. The lady of the house where he lived tried to seduce him. She closed the doors and said, “I am all yours.” He said,