Ustadh Michael Wolfender details the character believers should strive for – understanding that Allah has provided clear proofs, looking for the balance and wisdom in Allah’s creation, and always seeking to learn more. This way of building character provides purpose and perspective against those simply seeking enjoyment in this world, neglecting Allah’s signs.

The tenth surah is named after Prophet Yunus, though his story is not described in detail. Rather, Allah speaks about His Signs. Like with many surahs, the opening verse emphasizes this is the Qur’an from Allah. 

Brother Michael details four ways Allah provides proof the Qur’an is His Words: 

1. Descriptions of the hereafter: heaven and hell
2. Describes our universe with wisdom and balance; the preciseness and accuracy attributes His creation
3. Character of prophets
4. Stories of destroyed civilizations who didn’t obey

Which bring us to a reference of this surah’s name: Prophet Yunus’ community, upon his return, did believe and flourish. 

Ayat 5 - 7 discuss these types of people:

1. Those who take Allah’s Words and accept them as clear proofs; they care to understand more
2. Those who care what will happen next, after this world
3. Those who are short sighted, being happy with just this world and don’t consider the next (YOLO much?)

Power is for believers. See if paradise is for party animals.

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