Stories From the Quran by Meera'n Malik

The word "calf" is mentioned 12 times in 10 verses in the Quran. And regarding your question, when Prophet Musa (AS) went to Mount Sinai to receive the commandments from Allah, his people became impatient and asked Prophet Harun (AS) to make a god for them to worship. Harun (AS) tried to convince them to stay on the right path, but eventually, they made a golden calf and started worshipping it. This incident is mentioned in several verses of the Quran, including Surah Al-A'raf and Surah Ta-Ha.

In this podcast, we'll explore the significance of the word 'Horse' in the Quran. It is mentioned 6 times in 6 verses. One particular story involving horses is about Prophet Sulaiman AS, who was gifted with a magnificent breed of horses. However, his love for these steeds made him forget the remembrance of Allah, and he missed his evening prayer. This was a test for him, which reminds us that we should always prioritize our worship over worldly pleasures. He did not do this purposely: rather the love of these horses made him forget the remembrance of Allah. This was a trial for him.

In this podcast, we explore the Quranic references to the word "snake," which is mentioned 5 times in 5 verses. We focus on the fascinating story of Prophet Musa (AS) and Fir'aun, which features prominently in the Quran.

We delve into the details of how Prophet Musa (AS) demonstrated his divine authority by throwing his staff on the ground, which transformed into a snake. This miracle frightened Fir'aun, who sought advice from his ministers.

Despite witnessing this divine miracle, Fir'aun's ministers dismissed Prophet Musa (AS) as a mere magician and challenged him to a contest of magic. The stage was set for a showdown between Prophet Musa (AS) and the magicians of Fir'aun.

We examine the twists and turns of the story as Prophet Musa (AS) successfully outwits the magicians of Fir'aun, and Fir'aun is left humbled and defeated.

This story highlights the power of faith and the importance of trusting in the divine plan. It also teaches us to never underestimate the power of truth, even in the face of seemingly insurmountable opposition.

In this podcast, we delve into the Quranic references to the word "pig" and the prohibition against consuming pork. Allah mentions the word "pig" five times in five verses, and in four of these verses, He forbids the consumption of pork or any food derived from pigs.

In Surah Al-A'raf of the Quran, Allah mentions the story of Prophet Musa (Moses) and his confrontation with Pharaoh, the ruler of Egypt. The story goes that Prophet Musa was sent by Allah to free the Israelites from the bondage of Pharaoh. As a sign of his divine mission, Prophet Musa was given the power to perform miracles, including turning his staff into a serpent, parting the sea, and causing plagues to afflict the Egyptians.

One of the plagues that Allah sent to the Egyptians was a plague of frogs, as mentioned in Surah Al-A'raf, verse 133. The frogs swarmed the land, filling the houses and even the beds of the Egyptians, causing great distress and discomfort.

The plague of lice is also mentioned in the same verse, as a part of the same sequence of plagues that befell the Egyptians. This plague caused lice to infest the bodies of the Egyptians, causing severe itching and discomfort.

These plagues were meant to be a punishment for the cruelty and oppression of Pharaoh and his people toward the Israelites. The story of the Plagues of Egypt is a powerful reminder of the power and justice of Allah, and the importance of obedience and righteousness.

This podcast delves into the Quranic reference to Hud Hud, or Hoopoe, which is mentioned once in a single verse. It explores the fascinating story of Prophet Sulaiman (Solomon) and his kingdom, in which a tiny bird played a pivotal role in the conversion of the Queen of Sheba to Islam. According to the story, Hud Hud was absent from the assembly, and when Hud Hud returned, he informed Prophet Sulaiman about the beauty and grandeur of Sheba and its queen, who worshipped the sun instead of Allah. Prophet Sulaiman sent a letter to the queen, inviting her to Islam, and Hud Hud delivered the message. The queen was impressed by the wisdom and power of Prophet Sulaiman and his messenger, and she accepted Islam.

This intriguing podcast explores the Quranic reference to elephants, which is mentioned once in a single verse and is the basis for a Surah named after the elephant. It records the historical event that occurred just before the birth of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), known as the Year of the Elephant. According to historical accounts, the ruler of Yemen, Abraha, marched towards Mecca with a large army of elephants, intending to destroy the Kaaba. However, Allah sent birds called Ababil, which dropped stones on the army, destroying them completely.

This fascinating podcast delves into the Quranic references to spiders, which are mentioned twice in a single verse. The video explores the story of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and Abu Bakr (AS), who sought refuge in a cave during their journey to Medina. When the enemies of Islam came searching for them, they saw the cave and assumed it was empty, but Allah had sent a spider to spin a web across the entrance of the cave. The spider's web was so delicate that it went unnoticed by the invaders, thus saving the lives of the Prophet and his companion.

This podcast delves into the Quranic references to wolves, which are mentioned three times in three verses of Surah Yusuf. It explores the symbolic significance of the wolf in the story of Prophet Yusuf (Joseph) and his brothers, which is recounted in detail in the Surah.

This fascinating podcast focuses on the Quranic reference to mosquitoes, which are mentioned once in Surah Al Baqarah. It examines the intriguing story of Namrood, the king of Babylon, and his army, which was destroyed by a swarm of mosquitoes as a punishment from Allah. The podcast delves into the spiritual significance of this story, highlighting the Quranic teachings related to the consequences of arrogance and disbelief.