Best Maher S. Hoque Podcasts (2024)

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Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah), Verses 122-141 (Year 7) 4:23

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 2, Al-Baqarah, verses 122-141. These verses discuss Prophet Abraham's appointment as Leader of Mankind, the importance of the Ka'bah, and his and Prophet Isma'il's prayer for a Prophet from Mecca. It discusses Prophet Abraham's and Prophet Jacob's advice to their sons, resp…

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Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah), Verses 113-121 (Year 7) 4:22

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 2, Al-Baqarah or the Cow, verses 113-121. These verses cover a number of short topics in rapid succession: the religious prejudice of the Jews & Christians, an order not to prevent people from come to Mosque, Allah having a son, the Qur'an as the knowledge of truth and how …

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Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah), Verses 97-112 (Year 7) 6:05

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 2, Al-Baqarah or the Cow, verses 97-112. These verses detail the animosity of some for the Angel Jibreel or Gabriel, the faithlessness of the Israelites, accusations of witchcraft leveled against the Prophet Solomon, etiquette concerning Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) and how Musl…

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Surah 84 (Al-Inshiqãq) (Year 7) 3:36

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection covers the entirety of Surah 84, Al-Inshiqãq or the Rending Asunder. The theme of this Surah is the Resurrection and the Hereafter. On Doomsday, the heavens will split asunder and the earth will be spread out. The Books of everyone's deeds will be brought forth; the righteous will be ple…

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Surah 83 (Al-Mutaffifin), Verses 18-36 (Year 7) 4:27

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 83, Al-Mutaffifïn or the Dealers in Fraud, verses 18-36. These verses talk of the rewards in store for the righteous and how the disbelievers may laugh today but a Day will come when they will be the ones laughed at. Tafseer for this selection explains the "wine" and drin…

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Surah 83 (Al-Mutaffifin), Verses 1-17 (Year 7) 4:29

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 83, Al-Mutaffifïn or the Dealers in Fraud, verses 1-17. These verses talk of those who defraud others and the punishments they will incur. Tafseer for this selection concerns the word "fraud" and its definition in verses 1-3. If you enjoy the podcast, HELP SPREAD THE WORD! …

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Surah 51 (Adh-Dhariyat), Verses 47-60 (Year 7) 3:15

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Surah 51 (Adh-Dhariyat), Verses 24-46 (Year 7) 4:00

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 51, Adh-Dhariyat or The Winds That Scatter Dust, verses 24-46. These verses tell the story of Prophet Ibrâhim and the punishment of the people of Lût as well as lessons in the stories of Pharaoh, the people of 'Ad and the Thamûd and the people of Noah. If you enjoy the podc…

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Surah 51 (Adh-Dhariyat), Verses 1-23 (Year 7) 3:04

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 51, Adh-Dhariyat or The Winds That Scatter Dust, verses 1-23. These verses discuss the inevitability of the Day of Judgment. If you enjoy the podcast, HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Tell your friends and family, subscribe in iTunes or Stitcher and write us a review. Show notes and t…

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Surah 26 (Ash-Shu‘arã), Verses 52-68 (Year 7) 3:20

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 26, Ash-Shu‘arã or the Poets, verses 52-68. These verses conclude this Surah's telling of Prophet Moses' and his battle against the Pharaoh of Egypt. It talks of the deliverance of the Children of Israel and the destruction of the Pharaoh and his chiefs. If you enjoy the po…

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Surah 26 (Ash-Shu‘arã), Verses 34-51 (Year 7) 3:48

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 26 (Ash-Shu‘arã), Verses 1-33 (Year 7) 5:19

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 26, Ash-Shu‘arã or the Poets, verses 1-33. These are very, very short verses so that's why we're nearly doubling our average of 17 today. This selection speaks of the dedication of Prophet Muhammad (pbuh) to the guidance of mankind. Then it discusses the assignment of Proph…

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Surah 16 (An-Nahl), Verses 41-60 (Year 7) 5:24

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 16, An-Nahl or the Bees, verses 41-60. In this selection, God promises a good abode for those who migrate for his sake. Whenever the unbelievers are in distress, they call upon Allah but resume committing shirk afterward. If you enjoy the podcast, HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Tell…

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Surah 16 (An-Nahl), Verses 26-40 (Year 7) 5:14

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 16, An-Nahl or the Bees, verses 26-40. These verses discuss how on the Day of Judgment, God will humiliate the arrogant and cast them into Hell while the righteous will enter Paradise. God has sent the Prophets to warn against the unbelievers' excuse that if God wanted, peo…

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Surah 16 (An-Nahl), Verses 1-25 (Year 7) 5:19

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 16, An-Nahl or the Bees, verses 1-25. These verses concern the revelations sent down to warn people of the shahadah - that there is no god but God. It talks of the purpose of animals such as cattle for the benefit of humans, the power of Allah to furnish the earth with rain…

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Surah 29 (Al-‘Ankabüt), Verses 14-30 (Year 7) 4:13

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 29, Al-‘Ankabüt or the Spider, Verses 14-30. These verses tell the stories of how Prophet Noah and Prophet Abraham faced persecution and ridicule for preaching God's word. Prophet Abraham's nephew, Lot, who became a Prophet himself preached the word of God as well. If you e…

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Surah 29 (Al-‘Ankabüt), Verses 1-13 (Year 7) 3:20

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 29, Al-‘Ankabüt or the Spiders, verses 1-13. These verses assert that Allah tests the believers to see who is truthful and who is a liar. Be kind to your parents but do not obey them if they commit shirk (or associating others with Allah). Lastly, those who claim to be able…

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Surah 20 (Tâ-Hâ), Verses 55-76 (Year 7) 4:22

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 20, Tâ-Hâ, Verses 55-76. These verses continue the story of Prophet Moses' struggle against the Pharaoh of Egypt. It details how Pharaoh did not believe in Moses' miracles, the confrontation between Moses and Pharaoh's magicians and then Pharaoh's conversation with his magi…

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Surah 20 (Tâ-Hâ), Verses 25-54 (Year 7) 3:53

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Surah 20 (Tâ-Hâ), Verses 1-24 (Year 7) 3:24

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Surah 5 (Al-Mâ‘idah), Verses 51-66 (Year 7) 5:40

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 5, Al-Mâ‘idah or the Repast, verses 51-66. These verses advise the believers not to take Jews or Christians as protectors for only Allah, his Messenger and your fellow believers can protect you. Do not befriend those who make a mockery of your religion nor those who slander…

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Surah 5 (Al-Mâ‘idah), Verses 35-50 (Year 7) 6:33

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 5, Al-Mâ‘idah or the Repast, verses 35-50. These verses discuss struggling in God's name and the punishment for stealing. Next there is a discussion of how if God intends to test a person, even the Prophet could not intervene, the laws of the Torah, and finally, establishin…

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Surah 3 (Âli-‘Imrân), Verses 72-91 (Year 7) 6:13

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 3, Âli-‘Imrân or the Family of Imrân, verses 72-91. These verses assert that among Jews & Christians, there are hypocrites, bad people and good people. It assert that some of them cheat in quoting their holy books and that Prophet Jesus never instructed them to worship hi…

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Surah 3 (Âli-‘Imrân), Verses 55-71 (Year 7) 4:10

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 3, Âli-‘Imrân or the Family of Imran, verses 55-71. These verses contain the Muslim conception of Prophet Jesus' birth, as contrasted with the modern Christian telling. It calls on Jews & Christians to come together over the things they share with Muslims, as Islam is one o…

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Surah 101 (Al-Qãri‘ah) (Year 7) 2:53

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is the entirety of Surah 101, Al-Qãri‘ah or The Great Calamity. This Surah describes Judgment Day as the Day of Clamor when men will be distracted and the landmarks of this world will be lost, but every deed will be weight in a just balance, and find its real value and setting. Tafseer f…

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Surah 100 (Al-‘Ãdiyãt) (Year 7) 3:03

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is the entirety of Surah 100, Al-‘Ãdiyãt or Those That Run. This Surah talks about the irresistible nature of spiritual power and knowledge, contrasted with man's ingratitude, pettiness, helplessness and ignorance. Tafseer for this selection concerns the metaphors and and symbols enforci…

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Surah 87 (Al-A‘lã) (Year 7) 3:47

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 63 (Al-Munãfiqün) (Year 7) 3:30

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 46 (Al-Ahqãf), Verses 21-35 (Year 7) 5:15

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Surah 46 (Al-Ahqãf), Verses 1-20 (Year 7) 5:39

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 35 (Fãtir), Verses 38-45 (Year 7) 4:27

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 35, Fãtir or the Originator, verses 38-45. These verses assert that God has not sent any Book which had a provision allowing Shirk (or associating others with Allah). To that end, plotting evil will recoil on none but its author and if God were to punish people for their …

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Surah 35 (Fãtir), Verses 15-37 (Year 7) 5:57

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 35, Fãtir or the Originator, verses 15-37. These verses assert that mankind is in need of God, not the other way around. The living and the dead are not alike; you cannot make those who are buried in the grave hear you. Finally those who recite the Qur'an, establish prayer …

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Surah 35 (Fãtir), Verses 1-14 (Year 7) 5:34

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 48, Al-Fath or the Victory, verses 1-17. These verse speak of the great victory of the early Muslims at Hudaibiyah. And the Bedouins who did not go to war with the Prophet (pbuh) are condemned for lagging behind. If you enjoy the podcast, HELP SPREAD THE WORD! Tell your fri…

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Surah 27 (An-Naml), Verses 15-44 (Year 7) 8:10

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 27, An-Naml or the Ants, verses 15-44. These verses cover the story of Sulaimãn or Solomon on whom God bestowed much wisdom as well as power over jinns, men, birds, ants and the wind. It tells the story of the hoopoe bird which brought him news of the Queen fo Sheba, the co…

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Surah 27 (An-Naml), Verses 1-14 (Year 7) 4:37

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 27, An-Naml or the Ants, verses 1-14. These verses proclaim the Qur'an as a guide and bearing good news for the Believers. Next is told the story of Prophet Moses' selection as a Messenger of God and the nine signs which he showed to the Pharaoh of Egypt. Tafseer for this S…

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Surah 23 (Al-Muminun), Verses 23-50 (Year 7) 5:57

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 23 (Al-Muminun), Verses 1-22 (Year 7) 3:39

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 15 (Al-Hijr), Verses 16-44 (Year 7) 4:51

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 15, Al-Hijr or the Rocky Tract, verses 16-44. These verses assert that Allah created and decorated the heavens and created everything suitable for human life on Earth. Next is told the story of Adam's creation, how the Angels kneeled before Adam, except for Iblis or Satan. …

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Surah 15 (Al-Hijr), Verses 1-15 (Year 7) 4:32

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 15, Al-Hijr or the Rocky Tract, verses 1-15. These verses discuss how, on the Day of Judgment, the unbelievers will wish that they themselves were Muslim and that Allah has taken personal responsibility for preserving the Qur'an. Tafseer for this selection regards the name …

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Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah), Verses 87-96 (Year 7) 4:38

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 2, Al-Baqarah or the Cow, verses 87-96. These verses tell of the advent of Prophet Jesus. It recounts how the Jews knowingly rejected the truth, their love for the calf outpacing their love for God, the nature of their beliefs and how their claim of exclusive right to inher…

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Surah 2 (Al-Baqarah), Verses 72-86 (Year 7) 5:15

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 2, Al-Baqarah or the Cow, verses 72-86. These verses recount the miracle of bringing a dead person back to life and the Israelites' reaction to the miracle. It accuses them of hypocrisy in faith and taking credit for the word of God. It recounts the punishment of the Childr…

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Surah 89 (Al-Fajr), Verses 15-30 (Year 7) 3:12

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 90, Al-Fajr or the Dawn, verses 15-30. These verses deal with trials and tribulations of Man and how he takes good fortune for granted and mistakenly wails in indignation when things don't go his way when in reality, he did not deserve glad tidings. The Day of Judgment wi…

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Surah 89 (Al-Fajr), Verses 1-14 (Year 7) 4:50

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 90, Al-Fajr or the Dawn, verses 1-14. These verses deal with the mystic symbols which call our attention to God and contrasts them with examples of ancient nations and people who defied the will of God and thus were visited with terrible punishments. Tafseer for this 14 ver…

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Surah 74 (Al-Muddaththir), Verses 32-56 (Year 7) 3:12

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 74, Al-Muddaththir or The One Wrapped Up, verses 32-56. This short selection concerns actions which lead to Hell-fire: not offering Prayer, not feeding the poor, wasting time in vain talk and denying the existence of the Day of Judgment. If you enjoy the podcast, HELP SPR…

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Surah 74 (Al-Muddaththir), Verses 1-31 (Year 7) 6:14

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 74, Al-Muddaththir or The One Wrapped Up, verses 1-31. These verses cover the need for patience in a period of great spiritual stress; the unjust who cause sorrow and suffering now will find themselves in agony in the Hereafter. Tafseer for this surah concerns the meaning b…

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Surah 44 (Adh-Dukhân), Verses 43-59 (Year 7) 3:37

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection concludes Surah 44, Adh-Dukhân or the Smoke, with verses 43-59. These verses lays out the food and drink which will be given to the sinners in Hell and the food and entertainment for the righteous who will go to Heaven. The Tafseer for this selection is an explanation of the Tree of Zaqq…

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Surah 44 (Adh-Dukhân), Verses 30-42 (Year 7) 4:37

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 44, Adh-Dukhân or the Smoke, verses 30-42. These verses tell of the deliverance of the Children of Israel by God and how they were chosen above the nations of the world in spite of their weaknesses. This is a very short series of verses so I also included a short tafseer ab…

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Surah 44 (Adh-Dukhân), Verses 1-29 (Year 7) 4:21

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 44, Adh-Dukhân or the Smoke, verses 1-29. These verses speak of how the Qur'an was revealed during the "Blessed Night" also known as Lailat-ul Qadr and the lessons which mankind can learn from the story of Moses and people of the Pharaoh of Egypt. If you enjoy the podcast, …

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Surah 42 (Ash-Shura), Verses 20-29 (Year 7) 4:33

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By Maher S. Hoque

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Surah 42 (Ash-Shura), Verses 1-19 (Year 7) 6:44

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As-salaam wa-alaikum, brothers and sisters. Today's selection is from Surah 42, Ash-Shura or the Consultation, verses 1-19. These verses tell of how the heavens might have broken apart those who elevate Allah's creatures to His rank if the Angels had not begged for forgiveness of the residents of Earth. Furthermore, Islam is the same Deen or Way of…

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