074 – Al Muddathir – The Covered One The chapter focuses on the task of the Prophet as a warner to those who denied revelation. It begins with the order from divinity to persevere in transmitting the awesomeness of the Creator regardless of opposition. The historical example of Waleed ibn Mugheera follows. He was well known for his eloquence, intelligence and wealthy status amongst the Arabs. He recognised the uniqueness and greatness of revelation but could not declare it for it would mean losing his status. His thinking, plotting and subsequent allegations is captured by Divinity. This is followed by oaths alluding to the light of revelation, removing the darkness of ignorance. The chapter ends with the conversation of the inmates of Jahannam with the inmates of Janna explaining why they found themselves in Jahannam. Divinity concludes by saying that they ran away from revelation like donkeys from a lion. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

073 – Al Muzzammil – The Wrapped One The chapter takes its name from the address to the Prophet by Divinity when he wrapped himself in his cloak in awe of the new revelations. It is a very early Makki chapter revealed straight after the first verses of Sura Al Alaq and Sura Al Qalam.  The first nine verses establish the awesomeness of the night vigil continuing to tell the Prophet not to worry about those who deny him as Allah will deal with them on the day of Accountability.  A graphic picture of the day of judgement follows with the shaking of the mountains and the tearing of the skies which would age children.  The last verse removes the obligation of the night vigil, enjoining amongst other things the establishing of salaa and giving zakaa.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

071 – Nuh – Noah Although the chapter is named after Prophet Nuh, it does not tell his entire story. What we glean from this chapter is that Allah instructs him to warn his people with the message that resonates throughout the Qur’an – Submit to Divinity and follow Divine guidance to achieve your full potential.  It urges them to forgiveness and reflection on creation.  The chapter then narrates Prophet Nuh’s complaints about his people and ends with a dua for forgiveness.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

072 – Al Jinn – The Jinn Before the revelation of the Qur’an, the Jinn used to eavesdrop on snatches of information they heard in the lowest heavens between the angels. Suddenly they found that they could no longer intercept the messages, and found angels set as guards shooting meteorites at them if they went any way near. Distressed, they realised that it could only be as a result of a major event and searched the globe. A group heard the Prophet (pbuh) and realised that it was the revelation of the Qur’an and went back to their community to report their findings and complain about how they were deceived by their ‘teacher’ Iblees (Shaytan). The chapter continues with their account about themselves and a response from Divinity asking the Prophet to declare to them that he is the Prophet.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

070 – Al Ma’aarij – The Stairway The chapter begins with a rebuke to the one asked mockingly to hasten the punishment of retribution for covering up the truth. It follows with a description of the day of judgement for those who lacked humanity and hoarded wealth refusing to believe in accountability and then the three verses (19-21) which describe the hasty and grieving nature of the human being when afflicted with difficulty and his stinginess when good comes his way.  The next section describes the qualities of the righteous who will be in Janna and have been able to overcome their anxiousness. The chapter ends with the disgrace of those  who reject these qualities and accost the Prophet about Divine revelation. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

069 – Al Haaqqa – The Truth The sura begins with an oath on the undeniable reality which is a descriptive name of the day of judgement. A warning with the historical destruction  of the people of Aad & Thamud with relentless winds for seven nights and eight days follows. Pharaoh and the people of Prophet Nuh are also mentioned as a warning of the consequences of injustice and arrogance.  Aspects of the day of judgement are followed by a contrast of the fate of the people who receive their book of deeds in the right hand to those who receive it in their left hand. The chapter ends with an affirmation of the revealed nature of the Qur’an and an order to declare His perfection. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

068 – Al Qalam – The Pen The chapter begins with the letter ‘nun’ which may allude to the Divine pot of ink (energy, light)  with which the Divine pen inscribes the decree. It continues with an assertion that the Prophet is of the highest moral character.This is followed by a large section that lists the nature of those who cover up the truth and reject the Prophet.  The parable of the owners of the garden who lost their harvest because of their stinginess and selfishness follows. The chapter continues with challenges and a warning  to those who deny Divine guidance on the day of judgement, ending with an affirmation that the Prophet and the Qur’an are reminders for all.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

067 – Al Mulk – The Kingdom The chapter begins with the awesomeness of His Kingdom which guarantees increase beyond expectation for the one who has understood the purpose of life and death – prioritising the best of works (submitting to Divinity and manifesting it in serving humanity).  It transitions to a reflection on the seamlessness of the heavens and then continues to regret of those who denied the truth on the Day of Judgement. Thereafter the promise of forgiveness and Janna as the great reward to those who are God conscious. The chapter  concludes with rhetorical questions to those who questioned the Prophet about the end of time.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

066 – Al Tahreem – The Forbidden The chapter begins with an admonition to the Prophet not to forbid to himself that which Allah has allowed even if he made an oath to himself. A mention of the domestic situation in the household of the Prophet where his spouse divulged what he specifically asked her not to share with anyone else follows. The chapter then instructs those who believe to strive to protect themselves and their families from the fire and to repent. The final verses provide examples of women who believed and those who covered up the truth in stark contrast to the beliefs of their husbands.  The virtue of Sayyida Aasiya in comparison to the unjust arrogant Firawn and the betrayal of the wives of prophet Nuh and Lut in contrast to the righteousness of their husbands.   The chapter ends with the mention of Sayyida Maryam and her total trust in Divinity – the only woman mentioned in the Qur’an by name 34 times. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

065 – Al Talaaq – The Divorce The chapter is also known as Sura Al Nisaa Al Qusraa (the shorter sura regarding women). It begins with the details regarding the waiting period to be observed after divorce, and emphasises the order from Divinity of exercising compassion. An admonition to observe these laws follows by providing reminders of previous people who failed to follow Divine guidance.  The chapter ends with the mission of the Prophet to bring those who believe and obey Allah out fo the darkness of ignorance to the light of revelation so they may reach their full potential and the power and knowledge of Allah that encompasses all creation.  Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city