1. Alif Laam Meem Individual Letters of Arabic Language
2.That (Sublime means This is that) Book (Quran which the Prophet is reciting) in which there is no doubt (that it is the speech of ALLAH). (It has) Guidance for the ALLAH-fearing (God-fearing).
3. Those who believe with certainty in the hidden (Means During loneliness Believe with heart in the unseen matters revealed to them by ALLAH & his Messenger such as The Day of Judgement, Hell, Heaven, etc,. which are hidden to them. Believe at all times, when among people and when they are alone hidden from people, not like hypocrites who believed only to show off when they were among muslims) and establish prayers and spend out of our provided sustenance (in our path).
4. “And those who believe in what has been sent down (Quran) towards you (O Prophet Mohammad peace be upon you) and what was sent down before you (Heavenly books). And are certain of the Hereafter.”
5. “They (who are mentioned) are on the guidance from their Lord. And they alone are to attain success”.
6. Surely those who became stubborn infidels (Rejectors & neglectors of ALLAH, his Messenger, his verses, signs & evidences), it is alike to them whether you warn them or not warn them, they will never believe.”
7. ALLAH has set a seal on their hearts (due to their sins so, no goodness can enter in them) and on their listening abilities (ears so, they cannot benefit from listening the truth). And over their vision there is a dark covering (so, they cannot see the truth). And for them there will be huge torment (severe, painful and ever-lasting torment).
8. And among people there are some who say we believed in ALLAH and the Last day (The Day of Judgement) and they are not yet among believers (their hearts are not muslims)
9. They seek to deceive ALLAH and the believers, and in fact they deceive none but themselves, and yet they perceive not.
10. In their hearts is a disease, so ALLAH has increased their disease and for them is a painful torment, because they falsify.
11. And when it is said to them, not to create mischief on the Earth, they say: “Nay, we are but reformists”.
12. Beware! Surely, it is thet who are the mischief-makers, but they perceive not.
13. And when it is said to them “Believe as others have believed”, they say: “Shall we believe as fools believe?” Beware it is they who are the fools, but they do not know.
14. And when they meet believers, they say: “We believe”, and when they are alone with their devils, they say: “Surely, we are with you, we are only mocking at them”.
15. ALLAH mocks at them (befitting His Dignity) and leaves them to wander about in their transgression.
16. They are those people who purchased error for guidance but their trade earned them no profit, and surely they did not knew the right path of guidance.
17. Their example is like the one who kindled a fire, so when it lit up all around them, ALLAH took away their light and left them in darkness, where nothing is seen.
18. They are deaf, dumb and blind, so they shall not return.
19. Or like a heavy rainstorm pouring from the sky, wherein is darkness and thunder and lightening. They thrust their fingers in their ears because of the thunderclaps, for fear of death and ALLAH has encompassed the disbelievers.
20. It so seems that the lightening would snatch away their sight, whenever there is some flashing they walk therein and when it is dark, they stand still, and if ALLAH willed, He would have taken away their sense of hearing and sight. Surely, ALLAH had the power to do everything.
21. O mankind! Worship your Lord who has created you and those before you, so that you may become God-fearing.
22. (It is He) Who made for you the Earth a bed and made the sky a canopy and sent down from the sky water and brought forth thereby fruits as provision for you. Therefore, do not equalize anyone with ALLAH while you know (there is no one equal to him)
23. And if you have any doubt ad to what we have sent down upon our (exalted) servant, then bring just one chapter like it and call upon all your helpers besides ALLAH, if you are truthful.
24. But if you fail to do so – and surely you are bound to fail – then save yourselves from the fire, whose fuel is men and stones which has been prepared for the infidels.
25. And give glad tidings to those who believe and do righteous deeds, that for them there are gardens under which flow streams. Whenever they will be given fruits to eat therefrom; they will say “This is the same which we were fed before”; whereas it was given to them resembling in appearance. And for them, therein will be pure wives and they will dwell therein forever.
26. Surely, ALLAH is not ashamed to present a parable that of a mosquito or what is larger than it. So, those who believe know that is the Truth from their Lord. But, the infidels say “What does ALLAH intend by such a parable?” He misleads many thereby and guides many thereby. And he misleads thereby only those who are defiantly disobedient.
27. Those who break the covenant of ALLAH after solemnly confirming it, and sever that which ALLAH has ordered to be joined and cause mischief on Earth. It is those who are the losers.
28. How can you disbeliev in ALLAH? When you were lifeless He brought you to life; then He will cause you to die; then He will bring you (back) to life once again and them to Him you will return.
29. It is He Who created for you all that is in the Earth. Thereafter, He directed himself to the heaven and formed seven heavens exactly. And he has perfect knowledge of everything.
30. And (remember O Prophet Muhammad) when your Lord said to the angels: “Indeed, I will make upon the earth a successor (vicegerent)”. They said: “Will you place upon it one who causes mischief and bloodshed therein, while we declare your praise and sanctify you?”. He replied: “Surely, I know that which you know not”.
31. ALLAH taught Adam the names of all things. Then He showed these to the angels and said: “Inform Me of the names of these, if you are truthful.
32. They said: “Exalted are You! We have no knowledge except what You have taught us. Indeed You alone are the All-Knowing, the wise”.
33. He (ALLAH) said: “O Adam! Inform them of the names of these things”. When he (Adam) informed them the names of all these things, ALLAH said: “Did I not tell you that I Know all the hidden mysteries of the heavens and the earth; and I know whatever you disclose and whatever you conceal?”.
34. And (recall) when We ordered the angels to prostrate before Adam. All of them prostrated, except Iblis. He refused and was arrogant and became of the infidels.
35. And we said: “O Adam dwell you and your wife in Paradise and eat therefrom in abundance as you like, but do not approch this tree lest you become one of the wrongdoers.
36. The shaitaan caused the two to slip out of it and removed them out of the adobe. And we said: “Get down (all of you) as enemies to one another. And you will have on the Earth a place of settlement and provision for a time.
37. Then Adam learnt certain words (of repentance) from His Lord and He (ALLAH) accepted his repentance. He (ALLAH) is the most-Relenting, the Merciful.
38. We said, “Go down from it (paradise) all of you. And when guidance comes to you from Me, whoever follows My guidance, they shall have nothing to fear, nor shall they grieve.
39. And those who disbelieve and falsify Our Signs, they will be the inmates of Hell and they will abide therein eternally.
40. O Children of Israel! Remember My favour which I have bestowed upon you and fulfill your part of the covenant with Me then I will fulfill My part of the covenant with you, and fear none but Me.
41. And believe in what I have revealed (the Quraan) confirming that which is already with you, and be not the first to disbelieve therein. And do not exchange My sign for a small price, and fear only Me.
42. And do not mix truth with falsehood and do not conceal the truth while you know (it).
43. And establish prayer and give zakat and bow with those who bow (in worship and obedience).
44. Do you enjoin righteousness upon (other) people and forget yoursleves while you recite the Scripture? Then will you not reason?
45. And seek help through patience and prayer. And without doubt, prayer is difficult but to those who are humble and God-fearing.
46. Those who are certain that they are going to meet their Lord and surely they will return to Him.
47. O Children of Israel! Remember My special favour, which I have bestowed upon you, and exalted you over the entire world.
48. And fear the Day when no soul will avail another in the least, nor will intercession he accepted from it, nor will they (infidels) be helped.
49. And recall, when We delivered you from Pharaoh’s people eho subjected you to cruel oppression, slaying your sons and keeping your women alive. And therein was a great trial from your Lord.
50. And when We parted the sea for you (O Musa) and saved you and caused the people of Pharaoh to drown, while you were looking on.
51. And (recall) when We made a promise of forty nights with Musa (for communion), then you (Israelities) took the calf in worship (in his absence). And you were wrongdoers.
52. Then We pardoned you after that, so that you might be grateful.
53. And when we gave to Musa the Book and the Criterion to judge between right and wrong, so that you might follow the right path.
54. And (recall) when Musa said to his people: “O my people! Indeed you have wronged yourselves by taking the calf for worship. So, now repent to your Creator and kill yourselves (the guilty amongst you). That is best for (all of) you in the sight of your Creator”. Then He accepted your repentance. Surely, He is the Most-Relenting, the Merciful.
55. And (recall) when you said: “O Musa! We will never believ you until we see ALLAH manifestly”. Thereupon the thunderbolt struck you, while you were looking on.
56. Then we brought you to life after your death that perhaps you might be grateful.
57. And We shaded you with clouds and sent down upon you Manna and Salwa (quails) saying: “Eat of the good things We have provided for you”. And they did not wrong Us at all, but they wronged their own souls.
58. And (recall) when We said: “Enter this city (Jerusalem) and eat from it wherever you will, in abundance, and enter the gate with bowed heads saying: “Forgive us our sins”. We will then forgive you your sins and we will give added reward to the doers of good.
59. But the wrongdoers changed the word to a statement other than that which had been said to them. So We sent upon them a punishment (Plaque) from the sky because they were defiantly disobedient.
60. And recall when Musa prayed for water for his people, then We said: “Strike the stone with your staff”. At once, there gushed forth from it twelve springs. And every group (tribe) knew its drinking place. “Eat and drink from the provisions of ALLAH and do not go about corrupting the Earth with mischief”.
61. And recall when you said: “O Musa! We can never be satisfied with one kind of food. So call upon your Lord to bring forth for us some of the varied produce of the Earth, such as vegetables and cucumbers and wheat and lentils and onions. He (Musa) said: “Would you exchange what is better for what is less? Go back to Egypt and there you will find all that you have asked for”. And they were covered with humiliation and poverty and incurred the Wrath of ALLAH because they (repeatedly) disbelieved in the Signs of ALLAH and killed the Prophet unjustly. This was because they were disobedient and were exceeding the limits.
62. Indeed, those who believe and the Yahud and Nasara and the Sabians, whoever believes in ALLAH and the Last Day and do righteous deeds; shall have their reward with their Lord. On them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.
63. And recall when we took a covenant from you and We caused the Mount Tur to tower above you (saying): “Hold firmly to whatever We have bestowed upon you and remember what is therein, that perhaps you may become righteous”.
64. Then you turned away after that. Had it not been for the Grace of ALLAH upon you and His Mercy, you would have been among the losers.
65. And undoubtedly, you know those among you who rebelled in the matter concerning the Sabt (Saturday). So, we said to them: “Be you apes, despised”.
66. Thus W made this event (of that town) a warning to those who were present and those who succeeded (them) and a lesson for those who fear ALLAH.
67. And recall when Musa said to his people: “Indeed, ALLAH commands you to slaughter a cow”. They said: “Do you make a laughing stock of us?”. He said: “I seek refuge in ALLAH from being among the ignorant”.
68. They said: “Call upon your Lord to make clear to us what it is”. He said: “He (ALLAH) says, it is a cow which is neither old nor a young heifer, but in between. So, do what you are commanded”.
69. They said: “Call upon your Lord to make clear to us what colour it is”. He said: “ALLAH says, it is a yellow cow, bright in colour, pleasing to the sight of the beholder”.
70. They said: “Call upon your Lord to make clear to us what type of cow it is. Indeed, (all) cows look alike to us. And, surely, if ALLAH wills, we will be guided.”
71. He(Musa) said: “He (ALLAH) says, it is a cow neither trained to plough the Earth, nor irrigate the fields, one free from fault, having no blemish on her”. They said: “Now you have come with the truth”. Then they slaughtered her, though they were not willing to do so.
72. And recall when you slew a man and disputed over it. But ALLAH was to bring out that which you were concealing.
73. So, We said: “Strike him (i.e., the slain man) with a part of it (the cow). Thus, does ALLAH restore the dead to life and He shows you His Signs so that you may understand.
74. Then, thereafter, your hearts hardened; so they are hard like stones, nay, even worse than stones in hardness, for verily there are some stones from which streams gush forth, some split asunder and water flows from them, and there are some that fall down for the fear of ALLAH. And ALLAH is not unmindful of your doings.
75. (O Muslims) Do you desire that these (Yahud) would believe you? Whereas a group from them used to listen to the words of ALLAH, then distort it (Tauraat) knowingly, after they had understood it.
76. And when they meet those who believe, they say: “We have believed”. But when they are alone with one another they say: “Do you tell them about what ALLAH has revealed to you, so that they can argue with you about it before your Lord”. Have you no wisdom to understand (even that)?
77. Do they not know that ALLAH knows what they conceal and what they disclose?
78. And among them, some are illiterate who do not know the Book , except according to their own desires, but they are only assuming.
79. So woe to those who write out the Book with their own hands and then say: “This is from ALLAH”, so that they may gain a small price therewith. So woe to them for what their hands have written and woe to them for what they earn thereby.
80. And they say: “Never will the fire touch us, except for a few days”. Please declare: “Have you taken a covenant with ALLAH? That He will not change His covenant. Or, do you say about ALLAH of which you have no knowledge?”
81. Yes, why not. Whoever commits sin, and his sin has encompassed him. It is they who are the inmates of the Fire, and therein will they abide forever.
82. But, they who believe and do righteous deeds those are the inmates of Paradise, and therein will they abide forever.
83. And recall when we took the covenant from the children of Israel that you worship none but ALLAH, and are kind to your parents and relatives and to the orphans and the needy and speak well with the people and establish Prayer and pay zakaat. Then you turned away, except a few of you. Surely, you are the backsliders.
84. And recall when we took your covenant saying: “Do not shed one another’s blood nor expel one another from your towns”. Then you acknowledged this while you were witness to it.
85. Then, you are those slaying one another and expelling a group of your people from their homeland, assisting them (your enemy) in sin and aggression. And when they come to you as captives, you ransom them, although expelling them was forbidden to you. So, do you believe in part of the Scripture and disbelieve part of it? Then what is the recompense for those who do that among you? Except, disgrace in the worldly life and on the Day of Resurrection they will be sent back to the severest punishment. And ALLAH is not unmindful of what you do.
86. These are the people who have bought the life of this world (in exchange) for the Hereafter, neither will their punishment be reduced, nor will they be aided.
87. And verily We bestowed upon Musa the Scripture and then appointed Messengers of ALLAH (Rasools) in sequence. And We bestowed upon Isa, son of Mariam, clear proofs and supported him with the Pure Spirit (the angel Jibraeel) But is it (not) that every time a Messenger came to you with what your souls did not desire, you became arrogant? ‘, And you falsify a group (of Messengers of Allah) and you kill another group
90. For what a miserable price they had sold themselves that they disbelieve in what ALLAH has revealed. Grudging out of jealousy, that ALLAH out of His Bounty would send down revelation upon whom He wills, from among His servants. So they became worthy of wrath upon wrath. And for the infidels there is a humiliating punishment. Their rejection of Faith is associated with
91. And when it is said to them: “Believe in what ALLAH has revealed” they say; “We believe (only) in what was revealed to us”. And they reject what came besides it, though it is the truth confirming, that which is with them (Tauraat). Please declare (O Muhammad): “Then why did you kill the previous Prophets of ALLAH, if you were (indeed) believers (in the Tauraat)?
92. And surely Musa came to you(Jews) with clear proofs. Then you took the calf (in worship) after him, and you were (indeed) unjust.
93. And (recall) when We took your covenant and raised above your head the Mount Tur (saying): “Hold firmly onto what We bestow upon you and listen”. They said (instead): “We heard, but we disobeyed”. And their hearts were absorbed (in the worship) of the calf because of their infidelity!’. Please declare(O Muhammad): “Most vile is that which this (queer) belief of yours commands you, if at all you are believers.”
94. Please declare (0 Muhammad) if the last home (Paradise) with ALLAH is for you alone and not for the other people, then wish for death, if you are truthful.
95. And never will they wish for it, ever, because of what their hands have put forth (evil deeds). And ALLAH is the Best Knower of the unjust.
96. And you will surely find them the greediest of people for life, (even) more than those who associate partners with ALLAH. Each of them wishes to remain alive for a thousand years, Yet, this will not save them from the punishment even after such a long life. And ALLAH is aware of what they do.
97. Please declare (0 Muhammad): “Whoever is an enemy to Jibraeel, it is he who brought it (The Holy QUR’AAN) down upon your heart, with the permission of ALLAH, confirming the previous books and as a guidance and glad-tidings for the believers.”
98. Whoever is an enemy of ALLAH and His angels and His Messengers(Rasools) and Jibraeel and Mikaeel. Then, surely, ALLAH is an enemy to the infidels.
99. And, certainly, We have revealed to you (O Muhammad) clear verses and none would ever deny them except the defiantly disobedient.
100. Is it not (true) that whenever they made a promise, a party of them cast it aside? But, in fact, most of them do not believe.
101. And when a Messenger (Rasool) from ALLAH came to them confirming that which was with them, a party from among the people of the Book (Scripture) threw the Scripture of ALLAH behind their backs as if they did not know (what it contained).
102. And they followed (instead) what the devils had recited during the reign of Sulaiman, It was not Sulaiman, who disbelieved, but the devils who disbelieved, teaching people magic and that which was revealed to the two angels at Babylon, Harut and Marut !?’, And they (two angels) do not teach anyone anything unless they say; “We are merely a test. Therefore do not be infidels”. And they learn from them that which they cause separation between husband and his wife. But, they do not harm anyone through it, except by the permission of ALLAH. And they learn what will harm them and not benefit them. And, certainly, they knew whosoever traded in it (magic) will have no share in the hereafter. And, surely, most evil is that for which they have sold themselves, if only they had known.
103. And had they believed and followed the course of righteousness, then the reward from ALLAH would have been far better, had they but only known.
104. O you who believe! Say not (to ALLAH’s Messenger) “Ra’ina” but say “Unzurna”. Right from the beginning listen attentively (to his discourse) and for the disbelievers is a painful punishment.
105. Those who disbelieve from the people of the Book (Scripture) or the polytheists. Do not wish that any good should be sent down to you from your Lord. But ALLAH chooses for His Mercy whom He wills and ALLAH is the Possessor of Great Bounty.
106. When We abrogate a verse or cause it to be forgotten, except that We bring forth (one) better than it or similar to it. Do you not know that ALLAH has the power to do everything?
107. Do you not know that to ALLAH belongs the kingdom of the heavens and the earth and besides ALLAH you have no protector nor any helper?
108. Would you seek to question your Prophet (Muhammad) as Musa was questioned before? And whoever exchanges faith for infidelity has certainly strayed from the Straight Path.
109. Many of the people of the Book (Scripture) wished they could turn you back to disbelief after you have believed , on account of envy from themselves (even) after the truth has become manifest to them. So pardon them and overlook them until ALLAH delivers His Command — Surely, ALLAH has power over everything.
110. And establish Prayer and pay Zakaat and whatever good you send forward for yourselves you will find it with ALLAH. Indeed, ALLAH is seeing over what you do.
111. And the people of the Scripture said: “None will enter Paradise except one who is a Jew or a Christian”. This is (merely) their wishful thinking. Please declare (O Muhammad) to them: “Bring forth your proof if you are truthful”.
112. Yes, why not! Whoever submits himself to ALLAH while being a doer of good will have his reward with his Lord and they shall have nothing to fear nor shall they grieve.
113. The Yahud said: “The Nasara have nothing (true) to stand on”. And the Nasara said: “The Yahud have nothing to stand on although they recite the Scripture”. Thus, the illiterate speak the same words as them. But, ALLAH will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection, concerning that over which they are disputing.
114. And who is more unjust than him who prevents the Name of ALLAH to be mentioned in His mosques and strive towards their destruction, It was not for them to enter the mosques except in fear. For them in this world is disgrace and they will have severe punishment in the Hereafter.
115. And to ALLAH belongs the East and the West, So, wherever you might turn there is the presence of ALLAH. Verily, ALLAH is All-Embracing, All-Knowing.
116. And they (Christians) said: “ALLAH has taken unto him a son”. Rather, exalted pure is He (from having son). To Him belongs whatever is in the heavens and the earth. All are devoutly obedient to him.
117. The Originator of the heavens and the Earth, And when He commands anything to happen He only says to it: “Be” and it comes; into being.
118. And those who are ignorant say: “Why does ALLAH not speak directly to us or send to us a sign?” Thus, spoke those before them similar words. Their hearts resemble each other. Verily, We have made crystal clear signs for people who are certain of faith.
119. Indeed, We have sent you (O Muhammad) with the truth, a bearer of glad-tidings and a warner. And you will not be questioned regarding the inmates of the Hell.
120. And never will the Nasara and Yahud be pleased with you, until you follow their creed. Please declare
(O Muhammad) to them: “Surely, the guidance of ALLAH is the true guidance”. If you were to follow their desires after receiving knowledge from ALLAH, you will have no protector or helper against ALLAH.
121. Those to whom We have given the Scripture, recite it, as it ought to be recited. They alone have faith
122. O Children of Israel! Remember My favour which I bestowed upon you and that I exalted you over all the people of the worlds.
123. And fear the day when no soul shall suffice for another soul at all. And no compensation will be accepted to save it, nor will any intercession benefit an infidel nor will they be helped.
124. And when His Lord tested Ibrahim with certain words, then he fulfilled them. He (ALLAH) said: “Surely, I will appoint you the leader for all the people”. He (Ibrahim) requested: “And of my offspring too?” He (ALLAH) said: “My promise does not include the unjust.
125. And (recall) when we made the House (Ka’bah) a centre of peace for the people and made the standing place of Ibrahim a station for prayer. And We enjoined upon Ibrahim and Ismail: “Purify My House for those who perform Tawaaf and those who are staying there for devotion, and those who bow down and prostrate (in prayer).”
126. And (recall) when Ibrahim requested: “O My Lord! Make this city a region of peace and provide it’s residents with all kinds of fruits, whoever of them believes in ALLAH and the Last Day”. He (ALLAH) said: “And whoever disbelieves, I will grant him enjoyment for a while. Then will force him to the punishment of the fire, and wretched is that destination”.
127. And (recall) when Ibrahim was raising the foundation of this House (Ka’bah) and with him Ismail saying: “O our Lord! Accept (this) from us. Indeed you are the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
128. O our Lord! Make us submissive to Your will and raise from our descendants a nation submissive to you, and teach us the method of your worship and relent to us with Your Mercy. Surely, you alone are Most Relenting, the Ever Merciful.
129. O our Lord! And send among them a Messenger from themselves and who will recite to them Your verses and teach them the Scripture and wisdom and purify them. Surely, You are the Most Exalted, the Wise.
130. And who can turn away from the religion of Ibrahim except the one who has made a fool of himself? And, verily, We have chosen him in this world and surely in the Hereafter (too) he will be among the righteous.
131. And (recall) when his Lord said to him: “Submit”. He replied: “I have submitted to Him Who is the, Lord of the Worlds”.
132. And Ibrahim instructed his sons to do the same and (so did) Yaqub (saying): “O my sons! Indeed ALLAH has chosen for you the religion, so die not except as Muslims”
133. Well, were you present when death came to Yaqub, when he asked his sons: “Whom will you worship after me?” They said: “We will worship only Him Who is worthy of your worship and the worship of your forefathers Ibrahim, Ismail and Is’haaq. The only One God and to Him do we submit”
134. That was a nation that has passed on, they will have what they have earned and you will have what you have earned and you will not be questioned for their deeds.
135. And they (people of the Book) say: “Be Yahud or Nasara, so you will be guided”. Please declare (O Muhammad): “Rather we follow the religion of Ibrahim, inclining towards truth and he was not of the polytheists”
136. Say (O Muslims): “We have believed in ALLAH and what has been revealed to us and what has been revealed to Ibrahim, Ismail, Ishaaq Yaqub and the descendants and what has been bestowed upon Musa and Isa and what has been bestowed to the rest of the Prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction (in faith) between any of them and we have submitted to Him”.
137. So if they, too, believe in the same as you believe in, then they have been (rightly) guided, but if they turn away, then they are merely in dissension, and (O My Beloved) ALLAH will be sufficient for you against them and surely ALLAH is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing.
138. We take on the colour (Islamic piety) of ALLAH and whose colour is better than the colour of ALLAH? We worship Him alone.
139. Please declare (O Muhammad): “Do you dispute with us concerning ALLAH, while He is our Lord and your Lord? For us are our deeds and for you are your deeds. And we are sincere (in deed and intention) to Him alone”.
140. Or, do you say that Ibrahim and Ismail and Is’haaq and Yaqub and the descendants were Yahud or Nasara? Please declare (O Muhammad): “Are you more knowing or is ALLAH, and who is more unjust than one who conceals a testimony he has from ALLAH? And ALLAH is not unmindful of what you do.
141. That is a nation which has passed on. They will have what they have earned and you will have what you have earned and you will not be questioned for their deeds.
142. The foolish among the people will say: “What has turned them (Muslims) away from their Qibla” which they used to face?” Please declare (O Muhammad): “To ALLAH belongs the east and the west, He guides whom He wills to the Straight Path”.
143. And thus we made you an exalted community among all the nations that you may be a witness over the people and the Rasool (Messenger) will be a witness over you. And (O Beloved) We did not make the Qibla, which you used to face (Baitul Muqaddas) but that we might make evident who would follow the Rasool from who would turn back on his heels. And, surely, it is difficult, except for those whom ALLAH has guided, and never would ALLAH cause you to lose your faith, Surely, ALLAH is to the people, Most Kind and Merciful.
144. Surely, We have observed you turning your’ face (O Muhammad) towards heaven repeatedly?”, and we will surely turn you to a Qibla with which you will be pleased’. So, turn your face towards the Sacred Mosque (Ka’bah) at once, and wherever you (believers) are, turn your face towards it. Those who were given the Scripture, surely, know that it is the truth from their Lord and ALLAH is not unmindful of their deeds.
145. And if you were to bring to the people of the Scripture every sign, they would not follow your Qibla, nor should you follow their Qibla, nor would they be followers of each other’s Qibla, (O listeners) If you were to follow their desires, after the knowledge of the truth has come to you, then indeed you would then be among the transgressors.
146. Those to whom we gave the Scripture recognize him (Nabi Muhammad) as they recognize their own sons and certainly a group of them knowingly concealed the truth.
147. (O listener) This is the truth from your Lord. So beware! Never be among those who are doubtful.
148. For every person there is a direction to which he faces, so strive to surpass others in doing good deeds. Wherever you may be, ALLAH will bring you forth altogether. Verily, ALLAH has power over everything.
149. So from whichever direction you Come forth, turn your face towards the Sacred Mosque and surely, it is the truth from your Lord and ALLAH is not unmindful of what you do.
150. And from wherever you (O Muhammad) come forth, turn your face towards the Sacred Mosque, And wherever you (believers) may be, turn your face towards it so that people will not have any argument against you, except for those who are unjust, So fear them not but fear me alone. And it is so that I may complete my favour upon you and that you may be guided .
151. Just as we have sent among you a Rasool (Messenger) from yourselves, who recites to you Our verses and purifies you and teaches you the Book and wisdom and teaches you that which you knew not.
152. So remember me, I shall remember you and be grateful to me and never be ungrateful.
153. O you who believe! Seek help through patience and prayer. Surely, ALLAH is with those who have patience.
154. And do not say about those who are Slain in the path of ALLAH as dead Rather, they are alive, but you are unaware of it.
155. And we will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and loss of wealth and lives and fruits. And give glad-tidings to the patient.
156. Those when they are afflicted by some misfortune say: “Surely, we belong to ALLAH and to him is our return’.
157. Those are the ones upon whom are blessings and mercy from their Lord, and it is those who are rightly guided.
158. Surely, Safa and Marwa are of the symbols of ALLAH. Then whosoever performs Hajj and Umrah of the Sacred House, there is no sin upon him walking between the two of them. And whoever volunteers to do any good, then, surely, ALLAH is the Most Appreciative, All-Knowing.
159. Surely, those who conceal what We have sent down as clear proofs and guidance after we made it clear for the people in the Scripture. Upon them is the curse of ALLAH and the curse of those who curse.
160. Except for those who repent and reform themselves and make evident (what they concealed). So, I (will) accept their repentance. And verily, I am the Most Relenting, the ever Merciful.
161. Verily, those who disbelieved and died as disbelievers, upon them will be the curse of ALLAH and of the angels and of the people altogether.
162. They will abide eternally therein Neither will the punishment be lightened for them nor will they be granted respite.
163. And your God is the one God (ALLAH). There is no God, but He. He is the Most Affectionate, Most Merciful.
164. Surely, in the creation of the heavens and the Earth and the alternation of the night and the day. And the (great) ships, which sail through the sea with that which yet benefit people, and in the water that ALLAH sends down from the sky And giving life to the Earth after its death. And dispersing on the Earth every kind of creature. In the veering of the winds and the clouds controlled between the heaven and the Earth. Surely, in all these are the signs for those who are wise.
165. And (yet) among the people are those who take deities(God’s), other than ALLAH. They love them as ALLAH is loved. And those who believe are Strongest in love for ALLAH. And how will it be when the unjust will see the punishment of ALLAH before their eyes? Then they will be certain that all power belongs to ALLAH. And, surely, ALLAH is severe in punishment.
166. When those who were followed will be disgusted with their followers and they shall all see the torment and all their ties will be cut off.
167. And the followers will say: “Alas! If we had another turn (at worldly life) we would disassociate ourselves from them as they have disassociated themselves from us. Thus, will ALLAH show them their (evil) deeds as a source of deep anguish to them. And they are never to emerge from the (blazing) fire.
168. O Mankind! Eat of whatever is in the Earth, lawful and clean. And never follow the footsteps of the devil. Surely, he is to you an open enemy.
169. He (the devil) only orders you to do evil and indecency, and to attribute that about ALLAH what You do not know.
170. And when it is said to them: “Follow what ALLAH has revealed”. They say: “We will rather follow that on which we found our forefathers”. Even though their forefathers had no sense nor were they guided.
171. And the examples of those who disbelieve is like that of one who hears nothing, but calls and cries. (They are) Deaf dumb and blind so they do not understand.
172. O you who believe! Eat from the good things, which we have provided for you and be grateful to ALLAH if it is (indeed) Him that you worship.
173. He has only forbidden these to you carrion, blood and the flesh of swine and the flesh of animals slaughtered by invoking a name other than ALLAH. But, whoever is forced to eat (by necessity), neither desiring (it) nor transgressing (its limits), there is no sin upon him. Indeed, Allah is the Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful.
174. Verily, those who conceal the Scripture of ALLAH and exchange it for a small price, consume not into their bellies only the fire and ALLAH will not speak to them on the Day of Judgement, nor will He purify them and they will have a painful torment.
175. Those are the ones who have purchased error in exchange for guidance and punishment in exchange for forgiveness. And to what extent will they endure the fire?
176. This is because ALLAH has revealed the Scripture with truth. And, surely, those who differ over the Scripture are in extreme dispute.
177.True righteousness is not that you turn your faces to the east or to the west, but true righteousness is that a person who has faith in ALLAH and in the last Day and the angels and the Scripture and the Prophets and give from his dear wealth out of love for ALLAH to relatives and to orphans and the needy and to travellers and the beggars and for freeing slaves and (who) establishes prayer and gives Zakaat, and those who
fulfill their promise when they make 1 promise and are patient in adversity and hardship and in times of crusade (Jihad). Those are the ones who have been true and it is those who are God-fearing.
178. O you who believe! Prescribed upon you is legal retribution for those murdered the free for the free, the slave for the slave and the female for the female. But, “whoever is pardoned by his brother, then let there be a suitable payment to him (heir of the deceased) with good conduct. This is indeed a concession from your Lord and a Mercy. He who transgresses thereafter, then for him is a painful torment.
179. And there is life for you in retaliating for blood, O people of understanding. So that you may become pious.
180. Made obligatory upon you that when death approaches anyone of you and if he leaves property (behind him) that he should make a bequest for the parents and near relatives, according to existing customs. This is compulsory for those who fear ALLAH.
181. Then whoever alters it (the bequest) after he has heard it; the sin : is only upon those who have altered it. Surely, ALLAH hears and knows.
182.Then if one fears that a testator has committed certain injustice or sin , and then makes reconciliation between them (the concerned parties), there is no sin upon him. Verily, ALLAH is Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful.
183. O you who believe! Fasting has been made obligatory upon you as it was made obligatory upon those before you, so that you may become pious.
184. The days are counted, so whoever among you is ill, or on a journey, then an equal number of days (are to be made up) on other days and upon those who have no strength (to fast) a ransom of a meal to a needy person (each day) and whoever volunteers good it Is better for him. But, to fast is better for you if you only know .
185. Ramadaan is the month in which was sent the QUR’AAN as guidance to mankind, with clear proofs of guidance and criterion, then whoever among you sights the moon let him fast in it. And whoever is ill or on a journey, then an equal number of fasts on the other days, ALLAH desires for you ease and does not desire hardship for you. And (He wants) for you to complete the period and to glorify ALLAH as He has guided you and (so that) perhaps you may be grateful.
186. And (O Beloved) when my servants ask you concerning me. Indeed, I am near. I accept the prayer of the supplicant when he calls upon me, so let them obey me and believe in me, that they may be guided.
187. It has been made lawful for you the night preceding fasting to go to your wives. They are a garment for you and you are a garment for them. ALLAH knows that you used to put your soul in defalcation. He has accepted your repentance and pardoned you. Now, copulate with them and seek what ALLAH has written for you. And eat and drink until the white thread becomes clear to you from the black thread of the dawn. Then complete the fast upto the fall of night (sunset). Do not touch your women (wives) while you are in the mosques in secluded devotion (I’tikaaf). These are the limits of ALLAH. So do not approach them. Thus does ALLAH make clear his verses to the people that they may become pious.
188. And do not consume another’s wealth unjustly or send it to the rulers in order that (they might aid) you to devour a portion of the wealth in sin, while you know (it is unlawful).
189. They ask you (O Muhammad) regarding the new moon. Please declare (O Muhammad): “These are signs of time for the people and for Hajj”. And it is not virtuous that you may enter your houses from the back, but virtue is in piety that you enter your houses from their (proper) doors, remaining pious to ALLAH, which will give you prosperity.
190. And fight in the way of ALLAH against those who fight with you but do not transgress. Surely, ALLAH does not love the transgressors.
191. And slay them (the infidels) wherever you find them, and turn them away as they turned you away and mischief is worse than murder. And do not fight them near the Sacred Mosque, unless they fight with you there. And if they attack you (first) then kill them. This is the penalty of such infidels.
192. And if they desist, then surely, ALLAH is Forgiving, Merciful.
193. And fight with them until there is no more mischief. And be there worship of only one ALLAH. But, if they desist, there should be no hostility, except against the oppressors.
194. The sacred month is in exchange for the sacred month, and for all violations is legal retribution. So, whoever has violated you, then violate him in the same way that he has violated you and fear ALLAH and know that ALLAH is with the God-fearing.
195. And spend in the way of ALLAH and cause not destruction by your own hands, and do good. Surely, ALLAH loves those who are kind.
196. And complete the Hajj and Umrah for the sake of Allah. Then if you are prevented, offer a sacrificial animal that can be obtained with ease. And do not Shave your heads until the sacrificial animal has reached its place of slaughter. And, however, if anyone among you is ill or has an ailment of the head, a ransom of fasting (of three days) or charity or sacrifice. And when you are at ease, then whoever takes advantage of combining Umrah with Hajj, on him there is sacrifice, which may be obtained easily. Then, who cannot afford (sacrifice) he should fast for three days during Hajj and seven days when he returns home, these are ten days complete. This command is for him who is not a dweller of Makkah. And remain fearful of ALLAH and know that the punishment of ALLAH is severe.
197. Hajj is (during) well-known months and whosoever undertakes to perform Hajj therein, is not permitted to indulge in obscenity, nor any wickedness no acrimonious quarrelling during the period of Hajj. And whatever good you do, is known to ALLAH. And take full provision for the journey, but the best of such provisions is piety. And fear me, O people of understanding.
198. There is no blame upon you for seeking bounty from your Lord (during Hajj), then when you return from Arafaat, remember ALLAH at Al Mash’aril Haraam. And remember ALLAH as he has guided you, though before that you were among those who were astray.
199. Then return from the place (O Quraish) from where (all) the other people return and seek forgiveness of ALLAH. Surely, ALLAH is The Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful.
200. Then when you have completed your rites of Hajj, remember ALLAH as you remembered your forefathers or with greater remembrance. And among the people there are some who say: “O our Lord, grant us (your bounties) in this world”. But, they will have no share in the Hereafter.
201. And of them there are some who say: “O our Lord, bestow upon us the best of this world and the hereafter, and protect us from the punishment of Hell-fire”.
202. To such people there is a share from their earnings. And ALLAH is swift at reckoning.
203. And remember ALLAH during the numbered days (3 days after 9th Zil-Hajj). Whoso hastens (his departure) in 2 days, there is no sin upon him and whoso delays (until the 3rd day) there is no sin upon him either, provided he is God-fearing”. And fear ALLAH and know surely, you have to return to Him.
204. And of the people, there is one whose speech pleases you about this worldly life and brings Allah as a witness on what is in his heart, while he is the greatest disputer.
205. And when he turns back, he runs about spreading mischief in the Earth, and destroys crops and human lives. And, surely, ALLAH does not like such mischief.
206. And when it is said to him: “Fear Allah”. He is prompted by arrogance to commit more sins. For such people, Hell is sufficient. It is, undoubtedly, a wretched resting place.
207. And among the people is he, who sells his life in seeking the pleasure of ALLAH. And ALLAH is Compassionate to His bondsmen.
208. O you who believe! Enter into Islam as a whole and do not follow the footsteps of the devil. Surely, he is your open enemy.
209. And if you slip after you have received clear command, then know unto you ALLAH is Mighty, the Most Wise.
210. For what they are waiting, but only for this, that (torment of) ALLAH should come to them in the coverings of clouds and the angels descending as well. And the matter is then decided. And to ALLAH are all matters returned.
211. Ask the children of Israel how many clear signs we have sent to them and whoso changes ALLAH’s favour after it has come to him, then, surely, ALLAH is severe in punishment.
212. To the infidels, this worldly life is attractive and they laugh at those who believe, but those who fear (ALLAH) will be above them on the Day of Resurrection. And ALLAH gives provisions to whom he pleases, without account.
213. Mankind was on one religion. Then ALLAH sent the Prophets as bearers of glad tidings and warners, and sent down with them a true scripture to judge between the people in their differences. And none differed over it (scripture) except those to whom it was given, even after the clear commands were given to them, out of jealousy among themselves. Then ALLAH by his grace, guided the believers to the truth, concerning which they had differed. And ALLAH guides whom he wills to the straight path.
214. Are you under the impression that you will enter Paradise without such a trial has not come to you as it came to those who passed on before you. They were touched by
poverty and hardships and were shaken until even their Rasool(Messenger) and those who believed with him said: “When will come the help of Allah?”. Hark! surely the help of ALLAH is near.
215. They ask you (0 Muhammad) as to what should they spend. Declare (O Muhammad): Whatever you spend of good in charity. The most deserving are your
parents and near relatives and the orphans and the needy and the wayfarers”. And whatever good you do, surely, ALLAH is fully aware of it.
216. (Fighting in the way of ALLAH) is made obligatory upon you, although it is disliked by you. This may be so, that you dislike a thing which actually may be good for you. And perhaps you desire a thing, but it may be bad for you. And ALLAH knows (the actual truth) while you know not.
217. They ask you (O Muhammad) about fighting in the sacred month, please declare (O Muhammad): Fighting therein is a great sin, but to prevent somebody from the way of ALLAH and disbelief in Him and (preventing access to) Masjid-al-Haraam and driving out its residents are greater sins in the sight of ALLAH. (Their) Mischief is more grievious than killing. And they will continue to fight with you until they force you to renounce your faith if they can. And whoever of you turns back from his faith and dies while he was a disbeliever, for them their deeds have become worthless in in this world and in the hereafter and they are the inmates of the fire and they will abide therein forever.
218. Surely those who have believed and those who have left their homes for ALLAH and fought in the way of ALLAH, it is those who look forward to the Mercy of ALLAH. And ALLAH is Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful.
219. They ask you about wine and gambling. Please declare (O Muhammad): “In them Is a great sin”. Though they have some profits for people, their sins are far greater than their profits. And they ask you what should they spend, please declare (O Muhammad):
“Whatever is saved beyond your needs”. Thus, ALLAH makes clear to you the verses (of revelation) that you might ponder.
220. In the works of this world and the hereafter. And they ask you about the orphans, please declare (O Muhammad): “Improvement for them is better and if you associate
with them, they are your brothers”. And ALLAH knows better the one who means mischief from the one who means good. And had ALLAH desired, he could have put you in difficulty. Surely, Allah is Most Exalted, All-Wise.
221. And do not marry polytheistic women until they believe, and a believing slave woman is better than a polytheist, even though she might please you. And do not accept
polytheistic men to marry your women until they believe and a believing slave is better than a polytheist, even though he might please you. They invite you to hell and ALLAH invites you to Paradise and to forgiveness by his command. And he makes clear his verses to the people so that perhaps they may remember.
222. And they ask you regarding menstruation, please declare (O Muhammad): “It is a pollution so keep away from women during menstruation and do not approach them until they are pure. And when they are pure you may approach them as ALLAH has commanded you”. Indeed, ALLAH loves those who are constantly repentant and he loves those who purify themselves.
223. Your wives are tilth for you, so approach your tilth at your will (when clean). And send forward for yourselves good deeds and fear ALLAH and know that you will meet him. Give glad-tidings to the believers.
224. And make not ALLAH the target of your oaths that you take an oath for not doing good, nor fearing ALLAH nor making peace among people. And ALLAH is All-Hearing,
All-Knowing.
225. ALLAH does not impose accountability upon you for what is unintentional in your oaths. Yes, but he will take you to task for the oaths which are intended by your hearts. And, surely, ALLAH is Most Forgiving, Most Forbearing.
226. Those who swear not to go to their wives should wait for four months. Then if they return (to normal relations) then surely, ALLAH is Most Forgiving, Ever Merciful.
227. And if they decide firmly to divorce, then surely, ALLAH is All-Hearing, All Knowing.
228. And the divorced women will remain in waiting for three menstrual courses. And it is not lawful for them to conceal what ALLAH has created in their wombs, if they have faith in ALLAH and the last day. And the husband has more right to take them back provided they want to reconcile. And women shall have similar rights of equality as is due form them (husbands). But, the men have a degree over them (in responsibility and authority). And ALLAH is Most Almighty, All Wise.
229. Divorce is twice. Thereafter (a woman) must be retained with good or released with kindness. And it is not lawful for you to take back from her anything that you (husbands) have given them (wives). But, if both fear that they could not keep in the limits of ALLAH. Then, if you fear that the two will not be able to observe the limits of ALLAH, it is no offence for them, for that of which the woman ransoms herself. These are the limits of ALLAH, so do not transgress them and those who transgress the limits of ALLAH, it is they who are the unjust.
230. Then, if she is divorced for the third time, then that woman will not be lawful to him, until she lives (marries) with another husband. Then, if that second (husband)
divorces her, then there is no sin on them if they re-unite, provided they will now observe the limits of ALLAH. And these are the limits of ALLAH, which He makes clear for those who possess knowledge.
231. And when you have divorced women and they have completed the prescribed period, retain them with honour and release them with Kindness. And do not retain them intending harm that you may transgress the limit. And whoever does so, wrongs only himself. And do not mock at the revelations of ALLAH and remember the favour of ALLAH upon you and what has been revealed to you of the Scripture (Quran) and Wisdom (Prophet’s Sunnah), admonishing you with it. And remain fearing ALLAH, and know, surely, ALLAH is the Best Knower of everything.
232. And when you have divorced women and their Iddat (prescribed period) is complete, do not prevent them from marrying their husbands, when they agree among themselves according to (Islamic) law. This instruction is given to those among you who believe in ALLAH and the Last Day. This is cleaner and purer for you. Verily, ALLAH knows and you do not know.
233. And the mothers should suckle their children for two complete years. For whoever desires to complete the suckling period, on him, to whom the child belongs, there is (responsibility of) feeding and clothing of the women in the prescribed manner. No soul shall be burdened, but within his capacity. The mother should not suffer on account of her child. Nor, should the father suffer on account of his child. And the same is incumbent on the father’s heir. And then, if both decides on weaning, by mutual consent and consultation, there is no sin upon both of them. Then, if you wish that your children
should be suckled by nurses then, too, there is no blame on you; provided what was agreed is paid by you with kindness. And remain fearing ALLAH, and know that, surely, ALLAH observes what you do.
234. Those of you who die and leave wives behind. They (widows) should wait for a period of four months and ten days, so when they complete their Iddat then, there is no blame on you for what they do with regard to themselves according to (Islamic) law. And ALLAH is fully aware of whatever you do.
235. And there is no sin on you in that you propose to such women for marriage by indirect hint or conceal what you have in your hearts. ALLAH knows that soon you
will remember them. But, make no secret contract with them, except to say to them only that which Is known in law. And do not resolve any marriage ties’’ until the prescribed period reaches its end. And know that ALLAH knows what is in your heart, so fear him and know that ALLAH is Forgiving, Forbearing.
236. There is no demand against you if you divorce women whom you have not even touched, or have not fixed for them their dowry. And the wealthy should give them something to carry on for use, according to his capability. And the poor (man) according to his capability. This is incumbent on the well doers ,
237. And if you divorced them without touching them, but you have already fixed for them a dowry, then half of what you fixed is incumbent. Unless the wives forego (their right) or he gives more in whose hands is the marriage tie. And (O men) if you give more, it is nearer to piety. And never forget to deal with each other gracefully among yourselves. Surely, ALLAH is fully observant of what you do.
238. Watch over all your prayers and (especially) the middle prayer and stand before ALLAH with true devotion.
240. Those of you, who die and leave wives behind, should make a will for their wives to provide for their maintenance for one year, without expelling them out. Then, if they themselves leave, then you are not accountable for which they did themselves in their matters in a prescribed manner. And ALLAH is Almighty, All Wise.
241. And for the divorced women, a prescribed maintenance be made. This is obligatory the God-fearing.
242.Thus, ALLAH makes clear to you his signs so that perhaps you may understand.
243. (O Beloved Prophet) Did you not observe those who went out of their homes in their thousands, for fear of death. Then, ALLAH said to them: “Die!” Then He brought
them (back) to life. Surely, ALLAH is Most Gracious to people, but most of the people are ungrateful.
244. And fight in the Way of Allah 604, and know that ALLAH is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.
245. Who is it that will loan to ALLAH a good loan, so that ALLAH may increase it for him many times? And ALLAH scants and amplifies, and to him you will have to return.
246. (O Beloved Prophet) Did you not observe the group of the children of Israel after Musa? When they spoke to a Prophet of theirs: “Appoint for us a king so that we may fight in the path of ALLAH”. He (the Prophet) said: “May be if the fighting were obligatory on you, you would not fight”. They said: “What has happened to us that we should not fight in the way of ALLAH, whereas we have been expelled from
our homes and our children”. But, when fighting was made obligatory on them, they turned their faces away, except a few of them. And ALLAH is All Knowing of the unjust.
247. And their Prophet said to them: “Surely, ALLAH has appointed Talut (Saul) for you as a king. They said: “How can he have the right of kingship over us? Whereas we are
more entitled for the kingship than he and he has not been given ample wealth”, He (Talut) said: “Surely, ALLAH has chosen him over you and has increased him abundantly in Knowledge and body. And ALLAH bestows his kingdom to whom he wills. And ALLAH is All-Encompassing, All-Knowing.
248. And the Prophet said to them: “Surely, the sign of his kingship is that there would come to you an Ark (of the Covenant) in which there is tranquility of your heart from your Lord, and the good legacy left by the family of Musa and the family of Harun, carried by the angels. Surely, in that is a sign for you if you believe.
249. Then when Talut left the city with his army he said: “Surely, ALLAH will test you with a stream. Whoso drinks water from it is not of me and whoso does not drink of it is mine. Except he who takes a sip with his hand. Yet, all drank of it except a few of them. When he (Talut) and the believers with him crossed the stream, they said: “We have no power against Jalut and his armies”. Those who were sure to meet ALLAH said: “That often a small party has triumphed over a large party by ALLAH’s Command”. And,
verily, ALLAH is with the steadfast (patient).
250. And when they confronted Jalut and his armies, they submitted: “O Our Lord! Pour upon us patience and keep our steps firm and help us against the disbelieving people”.
251. Then they defeated them by ALLAH’s Command and Dawood killed Jalut. And ALLAH bestowed on him (Dawood) kingship and wisdom and taught him what he
desired. And had ALLAH not repelled some people by others, then, surely, the Earth would have been ruined. But, ALLAH is the Bestower of bounty to all the worlds.
252. These are the verses of ALLAH which (O Beloved) we recite to you correctly and surely you are from amongst the Rasools (Messengers of ALLAH)
253. Of these Rasools we have excelled a some of them over others. Among them to whom ALLAH spoke, and someone is he who was raised in degrees of honour over all. And we gave Isa, son of Mariam as clear signs and we supported him with a pure spirit (Jibraeel). And if ALLAH had willed, those who had come after him would not have fought with each other. After they had received clear proofs, they differed. Some of them became believers and others became infidels. Yet, had ALLAH so willed, they would not have fought (with each other). But, Allah does whatever he desires.
254. O Believers! Spend in the way of ALLAH of what we have provided for you before there comes a day where there shall be no bargaining, nor any friendship nor any intersession for infidels. And it is the infidels themselves who are unjust.
255. (He is) ALLAH! There is none worthy of worship but he. The Ever Living, the Sustainer of all existence. Slumber seizes him not, nor sleep. To him belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is there that can intercede with him, except by his permission? He knows all that was before them and all that shall happen after them. And they encompass nothing of his knowledge except for what he
wills. His throne encircles over the heavens and the Earth. And their preservation is not a burden on him. And he alone is the Most Exalted, the Supreme.
256. There is no compulsion in religion. Surely, the path of virtue has been separated from the erring. He who rejects the devil and believes in ALLAH, he has indeed grasped a very firm knot which is never to open . And ALLAH is All-Hearing, All-Knowing.
257. ALLAH is the protector of the believers. He brings them out from darkness into light. And those who disbelieve, their protector is the devil. And they take them out of light into darkness. They are the inmates of Hell and they will abide therein eternally.
258. (O Beloved Prophet) Did you not see the one who quarrelled with Ibrahim about his Lord, (merely) because ALLAH had given him kingdom? When Ibrahim said: “My Lord is the One Who gives life and causes death”. He (Namrood) said: “I give life and cause death”. Ibrahim said: “Surely, ALLAH brings up the sun from the east, you cause it to rise from the west”. Thereupon, the infidel was confounded. And ALLAH does not guide the unjust people.
259. Or, it is like him (Prophet Uzair), who passed by a town which had fallen into ruins. He said: “How will ALLAH bring this to life after its death?” So, ALLAH caused him to die for a hundred years; then he revived him. He said: “How long have you stayed here?” He (Uzair) replied: “I’ve remained a full day or part of it”. He (Allah) told him: “No, you stayed for a hundred years. Look at your food and your drink. They have not changed with time, yet look at your donkey, whose bones even are not safe. And we will make you a symbol for mankind. And look at the bones (of this donkey). How We raised them, and then covered them with flesh. Then, when this matter became clear to him, he said: “I know very well that ALLAH has power over all things”.
260. And when Ibrahim said: O my Lord! Show me how you give life to dead” He (ALLAH) said: “Do you not believe so?” He said: “Yes, but I like that my heart may be satisfied. He said: “Take four birds and make them familiar to you. Then put a part of each of them (their flesh) on every hilltop. Thereafter call them. They will come to you in haste. And know that ALLAH is All Powerful, All Wise.
261. The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of ALLAH is like a grain of wheat, which grows into seven offshoots, and each offshoot contains one hundred grains. And ALLAH multiplies (his rewards) to whomsoever he pleases. And ALLAH is the All Encompassing, All Knowing.
262. Those who spend their wealth in the path of ALLAH, then after spending, neither boast of favours conferred nor taunt. Their reward is with their Lord. And they shall have no fear, nor shall they grieve.
263. To speak kind words and to forgive is better than charity followed by injury. And ALLAH Almighty is Self Sufficient, Forbearing.
264. O you who believe! Do not render in vain your charities by boasting of your favours conferred followed by injury, like him who spent his wealth for showing to people and believes not in ALLAH and the Last Day. Then the example of such a person is like that of a smooth rock upon which is dust and it is struck by a heavy rain, leaving it a bare stone. They shall have no control on anything of what they have earned and ALLAH does not guide the people who disbelieve.”
265. And the example of those who spend their wealth to seek the pleasure of ALLAH’ and for strengthening their hearts is like that garden, which is on an elevated ground. Heavy rain fell upon it, then bearing double the fruit. And if heavy rain does not fall on it, then dew suffices. And ALLAH observes what you do.
266. Does any one of you like to have a garden of dates and grapes’9l, beneath which rivers flow, in which there are all kinds of fruit. Then, old age came to him and he has weak children. Then came a whirlwind containing fire and so it is burnt. Thus does ALLAH make clear to you (his) signs, so that you may ponder.
267. O you who believe! Give from the good things, which you have earned, and of what we have provided from the earth for you. Do not intend to give the worthless part of your earnings in charity, whilst you would not take it yourself, unless with closed eyes. And know that ALLAH is free of need and Praiseworthy.
268. The devil threatens you with poverty and commands of you lewdness. And ALLAH promises you forgiveness from it and bounty. Surely, ALLAH is All Embracing, All Knowing.
269. He bestows wisdom upon whom he wills and whoever has been given wisdom, has certainly been given much good. And none pay attention to guidance except those of understanding.
270. And whatsoever you spend of expenditures or make vows, then surely ALLAH knows of it. And for the unjust there are no helpers.
271. If you offer your charity openly, then it is a good thing. But, if you conceal it, and give it to the poor then it is much better for you. And he will remove some of your sins. And ALLAH is aware of what you do.
272. (O Holy Prophet) To guide them is not your responsibility, but ALLAH guides whom he pleases. And whatever good you spend is for yourselves. And it is not proper for you to spend except to seek the pleasure of ALLAH and whatever good thing you spend will be fully repaid to you. And you will not be dealt with unjustly.
273. For those beggars, who are restricted in the way of Allah. They cannot move about in the earth. An ignorant (person) would think them to be wealthy because of their restraint. You shall recognize them from their (characteristic) signs ’. They do not beg of men persistently. And whatever you give in charity, indeed ALLAH knows of it.
274. Those who spend their wealth (in the way of ALLAH) by night and by day, secretly and openly, they will have their reward with their Lord. They shall have no fear, nor shall they grieve.
275. Those who devour interest (usury) cannot stand on the Day of Judgement, except like one who is touched by shaitaan into insanity. That is because they say: “The trade, too is just like interest”. But, ALLAH has permitted trade and forbidden interest. So, whoever has received direction from His Lord and refrains from it, whatever he took before is lawful for him. And his affair is with ALLAH. But, whoever returns (to dealing in interest), they are the inmates of the Fire, wherein they will abide eternally.
276. ALLAH destroys interest and increases charities. And ALLAH love not any ungrateful big sinner.
277. Surely, those who believe and do righteous deeds and establish prayer and give zakaat, will have their reward with their Lord. And, there is no fear for them, nor shall they grieve.
278. O you who believe! Fear ALLAH and leave what remains (due to you) of interest, if you are believers.
279. But if you do not, then beware of war from ALLAH and his Messenger. And if you repent, then take your principal sums. Thus, neither do you wrong anyone, nor are you wronged.
280. And if the debtor is in hardship, then give him time till it is easy. And if you give (from your right as) charity, then it is better for you, if you only knew.
281. And fear the day in which you shall be made to return to ALLAH. Then, every soul will be compensated for what it earned. And they shall not be wronged.
282. O you who believe! When you contract a debt for a specific term, write it down and let a scribe write it in your presence justly. And the scribe should not refuse to write it as ALLAH has taught him. Let him on whom the liability falls dictate and fear ALLAH, who is his Lord and do not leave anything out of it. But, if the one who has the obligation is of low understanding or weak or unable to dictate himself, then then let his guardian dictate justly. And make two witnesses from among your men. Then, if two men are not available, then a man and two women. Such witnesses as you like, so that if one of them (woman) errs, then the other can remind her. And when the witnesses are called, they should not refuse to come and not to take it as a burden. The liability, be it small or big, write it down along with its fixed period. That is more just in the sight of ALLAH and stronger as evidence and more likely to prevent doubt, except a ready merchandise, which you give or take from hand to hand. There is no sin on you if you do not write it and take witnesses, when you conclude a contract. Let no scribe be harmed or any witness, for if you do so, then it would be your insubordination. And fear ALLAH and it is ALLAH who instructs you. Verily, ALLAH is the Knower of all things.
283. And if you are on a journey and cannot find a scribe, let there be a pledge with possession. And if one of you entrusts the other, then let him who is entrusted, discharge his trust (faithfully) and let him fear ALLAH, his Lord, and conceal not the testimony. And whosoever conceals it, his heart is indeed sinful. Indeed, ALLAH is All-Knowing of what you do.
284. To ALLAH belongs whatever is in the heavens and whatever is in the Earth, Whatever you show what is within your hearts or conceal it, ALLAH will bring you to account for it. Then, he will forgive whom he pleases and punish whom he pleases. Verily, ALLAH has power over everything.
285. The Messenger of ALLAH believes in whatever is revealed to him from his Lord. And the believers also believe in ALLAH and his angels and his Books and his Messengers, proclaiming that we do not discriminate in faith about any of his messengers. And they submitted, “We heard and obeyed. Confer on us Your forgiveness, O our Lord! Surely, to you is the (final) destination”.
286. ALLAH places not a burden on any soul, but to the extent of his strength. Whatever good is earned is Useful for it and whatever bad is a loss for it. O our Lord! Do not impose blame on us if we forget or miss your standard. O Our Lord! Place not a heavy burden on us as you had placed on those before us. O our Lord! place not a burden on us of which we have no strength to bear. And pardon us, and forgive us and have mercy on us. You alone are our protector.
