The Holy Quran English Translation by MH Shakir

044 – Al Dukhan – The Smoke The sura opens with an oath upon the Qur'an and its revelation on a blessed night in which there are benefits beyond expectation and the awakening of the good dormant in every human being. A warning to those who deny Divinity and mock the Prophet is followed by a historical example of the account of Firawn who rejected Prophet Musa. The subsequent deliverance of the Bani Israil and drowning of Firawn leaving behind all his extravagance. The inevitability of the Day of Judgement and a graphic description of both Jahannam and Janna follow. It ends with a reminder that the Qur'an is easy on the tongue for remembrance and an order to wait for the victory of the mission of the Prophet. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

043 – Al Zukhruf – The Decoration The chapter begins with the clarity and wisdom of the Arabic Qur'an. An insight into those who covered up the truth follows, describing them as those who mocked the Prophets and felt humiliated if they were given the news of a daughter. The chapter continues to Allah's response to those who objected against the Prophet not being one of the elites of Makka and Taaif and their allegations that the Qur'an was simply magic. The opposition of the Makkans towards the Prophet is likened to Firawn's objection against Prophet Musa. Their likening their worship of idols to the Christian's reverence of Prophet Isa is rebuked. There is then a comparison between the righteous and the unjust on the Day of Judgement ending with an order to the Prophet to remain calm in the face of the opposition against him and his message. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

042 – Al Shuraa – The Counsel Meeting The chapter begins with the assertion that the Qur'an is a revelation from the owner of the heavens and the earth as a warning and a path to reach one's full potential. The recompense of the Prophet is love for his near ones. It continues with a comparison of falsehood vs truth and states that the door of repentance is always open. The chapter then emphasises Allah's role as the Provider and Protector who owns the treasures of the heavens and the earth. The characteristics of those who believe and trust in Allah are listed on an individual and communal level. After stating that the Prophet is not a protector over anyone, the chapter ends with the awesomeness of Allah in his speaking to the human being through revelation. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

041 – Al Fussilat – The Explanation The chapter begins with a discussion on the Arabic Qur'an explained in byte size verses followed by advice to the Prophet regarding those who reject it and cover up the truth. After reflection on creation, it states the calamities that befell the tribes of Aad and Thamud as examples of the fate of those who defiantly reject Divine guidance, stopping others from listening to the Qur'an. The chapter returns to a discussion on the Quran being guidance and healing for those who believe. Those who cover up the truth cannot access it even if they hear it. The final section reflects on human behaviours when in need and when in despair and the manner in which Allah reveals the truth to human beings . Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

040 – Al Ghaafir – The Forgiver The chapter opens with the Divine attributes of Allah being the immediate forgiver of sins, acceptor of repentance, intense in retribution and possessor of bounty (enabler of expansion). This is followed by the rejection of those who disputed the truth and the duas of the angels who pray for the forgiveness, protection, and admission to Janna of the believers and their families. Verses 10-22 tell of the state of the rejectors of Divine Guidance on the Day of Judgement when they will confess their sins and ask if there is a way out. The chapter then expounds on the conversation of Hizqeel (the believer from the people of Firawn) with Firawn and his people challenging Firawn's oppostion to Prophet Musa, ending by entrusting his affairs to Allah. The chapter affirms the promise of Allah to respond to the one who calls and concludes with a condemnation of those who are arrogant and discusses the punishment that awaits them . Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

039 – Al Zumar – The Companions The title is from the mention that categorised groups of those who cover up the truth will be driven to Jahannam and those who are God conscious will be driven to Janna. The chapter begins with an emphasis on devoting oneself exclusively to Divinity and then leads to a contrast between those who believe and those who cover up the truth, comparing their behaviours and punctuating the discussion with rhetorical questions such as "Are those who know and those who don't know alike?" Aya 9. The regret of the Deniers of Divinity is also recorded. One of the most hopeful verses of the Qur'an is mentioned here. The Prophet is reported to have said that he would not exchange the world and all that is in it for Aya 53 "O My servants who have been wasteful against their souls, do not despair of the Mercy of Allah, Indeed Allah forgives all faults; Indeed He is All Forgiving, All Merciful" Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

038 – Saad The chapter begins by denouncing those who covered up the truth for their opposition to Divine Guidance questioning, their logic. This is followed by lessons from past Prophets with a focus on Prophet Dawud. After a discussion of the blessings of Janna and the punishments of Jahannam there is a mention of the deniers of Jahannam who wonder why those whom they thought were astray were not with them in Jahannam. The Prophets' affirmation of Allah's oneness is followed by the rebelliousness of Shaytaan when Prophet Adam was created. The chapter closes with a final address in which the Prophet is instructed to promise the Quraysh that they will eventually know the truth of revelation. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

037 – Al Saffaat – The Rows of Angels The sura begins with a series of oaths on the rows of angels on standby leading up to the subject which is the Oneness and Total Ownership of Allah. It then describes the futility of those who attempt to obtain knowledge of the unseen from the Jinn continuing to a warning to the deniers of truth of the inevitability of accountability despite their objections and mocking of the Prophet calling him a mad poet. A description of Janna follows with its inmates enquiring about the friends who they cannot see. A window into Jahannam is opened for them to see and they recall how they too would have been in the same position. A glimpse into the punishments for the unjust in Jahannam is followed by the ludicrous distractive questions asked about Allah by those who cover up the truth. Each is refuted by Divinity. The sura ends with the definitive victory of the Messengers as they are assisted by Divinity. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

036 – Yaseen Addressing the Prophet as Yaasin which could mean 'O Perfect Human Being', the chapter begins by clarifying both his mission and the nature of revelation. This is followed by a historical example of the people of Antioch who rejected Divine messengers and killed their own who exhorted them to believe. It continues to a directive to reflect on the signs of nature followed by addressing the objections of those who rejected guidance when asked to be God conscious and to feed those in need. The comparison of the fate of the believers and the defiantly ungrateful ones in the hereafter is portrayed. The chapter ends with a return to a discussion on the signs of creation that demonstrate Allah's creative power and ability to resurrect concluding with an affirmation of He who has control over everything. The chapter shows how we dictate our own destinies and also depicts how we tie ourselves in the chains of arrogance, expectations and desires which make us forget reality and our purpose of existence. The sudden calls of death, resurrection and coming before the Divine presence are also vividly portrayed. The meaning of Janna and Jahannam is made clear. In essence it teaches graphically how to keep the heart turning. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city

035 – Al Faatir – The Originator The chapter begins with an affirmation of Allah as the sole Creative Originator & Sustainer of creation. There is then a discussion of the deception of the world and shaytaan as the deceiver who makes evil deeds look good and enslaves the human being to the opinion of others. A reflection on creation and an assertion that human beings are not independent of Allah and no one will carry the burden of another. The Prophet sent as a warner and bringer of good news is then highlighted followed by a contrast of Allah's power to the idols that those who covered up the truth worshipped. The concept of racism is annihilated with a reflection on colours. The chapter ends with a comparison between those who follow guidance and those who defiantly reject it asserting that there will never be a deviation or alteration in the course of Allah. Sura Introduction from: https://qfatima.com/quran-city/a-journey-through-quran-city