The Holy Quran English Translation by MH Shakir

084 – Al Inshiqaaq – The Tearing Apart The chapter begins with the cosmic chaos that will transpire on the day of Judgement from the tearing apart of the sky to the stretching of the earth which will empty itself of everything in it. All because they have no choice but to obey their Master (Creator). There is then a statement around which the chapter evolves that every human being will meet his striving. The chapter then contrasts the reaction of those who will receive their book in their right hands and those who will receive it behind their backs on the day of Judgement. This is followed by a series of oaths on the twilight to the covering of the night to the stages of the moon alluding to the stages of life from non existence to life, death and resurrection. The chapter ends with the disparity between the final end of those who reject Divine guidance to those who believe. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

083 – Al Mutaffifeen – The Cheaters The chapter takes its name from the first verse which refers to those who cheat. A Mutaffif is one who sneakily short changes others. More generally, it refers to those who demand that their rights be observed but are not willing to recognise the rights of others or those who see faults in others but not in themselves. Beginning with the condemnation of those who cheat because they reject accountability and mock Divine signs, the chapter then provides a contrast of the fate of the rebellious and the rewards of the God conscious. It concludes with a discussion on the fate of those who mocked the Prophet and his followers. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

082 – Al Infitaar – The Tearing Lengthwise The chapter begins with the tearing or splitting of the sky as if it were gates, the shutting down of the stars, the boiling of the seas and the opening of the graves as the marks of the day of judgement. Like other chapters about the day of judgement, it is where the heavens and the earth are turned inside out. This is followed by the statement that every soul will know what it has sent ahead and held back (what it prioritised in its life on earth). The chapter continues with an appeal from Divinity to the human being asking what deluded him from thinking that he was independent of Divinity. This is followed by a warning of accountability on the day of judgement. The chapter ends with a statement that the will of Allah will prevail and the powerlessness of the human being. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

081 – Al Takweer – The Folding Over The chapter takes its name from the first verse which refers to the folding of the sun upon itself describing one of twelve graphic images of the occurrences of the day of judgement. It suggests an inversion of the apparent order of the creation of the world. The twelve signs lead to the declaration that every soul will know on that day what it has presented (its life works and legacy). The second section of the chapter begins with three oaths on the stars, the night and the day alluding to the guidance of the revelation of the Qur'an through Jibraail and its effect on the human soul. The chapter focuses to the book of deeds and the book of guidance alluding to the success of life works being dependant on following Divine guidance. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

080 – Al 'Abasa – He Frowned The first ten verses refer to an incident regarding a blind man called Abdullah ibn Umm Maktum who was one of the first Muslims. He taught the Qur'an to many people and was a Muadhdhin. The Prophet, trying to protect the Muslims from harassment from the Quraysh elite, had a meeting with them to convince them to submit to Divinity. The blind man interrupted the meeting and the elite expressed their discomfort and Allah admonishes them. The chapter continues to the book of records written by the angels and the Qur'an as a powerful reminder. It then transitions into reflection on the bounties provided by Divinity and concludes with a reminder of the contrasting fate of those who believe versus those who defiantly rebel against Allah. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

079 – Al Naaziaat – Those who pull out with force The chapter begins with 5 oaths which refer to amongst other things the resistance of the souls by angels at the time of death or the resistance of the soul when embarking upon a spiritual journey to worldly attachments. The subject of the oaths is the reality of the day of judgement whose description follows as a day when everything will shake, the hearts will be agitated, the eyes deprived of sleep and all humankind gathered. The arrogance and agitation of Pharaoh at seeing the miracles of Prophet Musa follows as an example of one who denied accountability. After a reflection on creation as evidence of Allah's ability to resurrect. The sura ends with focusing on the human beings remembrance of all his efforts and contrasting the fate of those who reject the truth to those who are God conscious. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

078 – Al Nabaa – The News The chapter begins with those who did not believe in resurrection. It continues by pointing out physical signs that should make the truth evident to those with intellect. It then discusses the condition of the Day of Resurrection referring to it as the Day of Decision when everything is exposed and each one of us will be reconstructed according to our intention and actions in the world. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

077 – Al Mursalaat – Those which are sent (winds) The chapter begins with oaths on the different aspects of winds – raging hurricanes to those which distribute provision and an oath on the angels who bring down revelation.. A reminder that Divinity controls life through the winds and enough of a sign to know that what has been promised will happen (the day of Judgement). A graphic description follows with the first appearance of the phrase "Woe (destruction) to those who deny the truth" which is repeated ten times affirming that the unjust of all generations will meet the same end. Reflection on creation as a sign of Allah's power is followed by the contrast of the fate of those who reject the truth to the rewards of the God conscious. The chapter ends with a final warning to those who covered up the truth and refused to pray and believe. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

076 – Al Insaan – The Human Being The chapter takes its title from the mention of the human being in the first verse. It is also called "Hal Ataa' (Has there not come) from its first two words. Another couple of names are Al Dahr (Endless time) and Al Abraar (the Righteous) referring to its discussions on the recompense of the walking talking righteous. It begins with the purpose of life being gratefulness followed by the consequences of being ungrateful. Then continues in verses 5-22 to describe the recompense of the walking talking righteous with the example of the family of Imam Ali, Sayyida Fatima, Imam Hasan, Imam Husayn and Fizza. Imam Hasan and Husayn were unwell and the Prophet suggested that Imam Ali make a vow and supplicate for their recovery. The whole family vowed to fast for three days. The family fasted the first day. Imam Ali for some barley which Fatima ground to flour and used a third to make bread. At the time of breaking the fast a needy person came to the door asking for food and they gave all they had breaking their fast with water. The following day an orphan came followed by a captive on the third day and they gave their bread and breaking their fasts with water. It is after this that these verses were revealed with Jibrail congratulating the Prophet about his family. The chapter ends with the indication of the gradual manner of the revelation of the Qur'an, and instructions to the Prophet to be patient in the face of the opposition, not to take heed of the ungrateful, remembering Allah at every moment, and the night prayer. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

075 – Al Qiyama – The Day of Judgement The chapter begins with a negation of all philosophies about resurrection and an oath on the day of Qiyama (judgement, resurrection) focusing on painting a graphic picture of the day of resurrection. It rebukes those who deny Judgement and emphasises the preservation and clarity of the Qur'an is upon Divinity. The chapter ends with the inevitability of death with a detailed description of the last moments of human being and a reflection on his beginning and creation with a purpose. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city