In this podcast episode podcast episode, we dive deep into the first chapter of the Quran, also known as Surah Al-Fatiha, and the beginning verses of the second chapter, or Surah Al-Baqarah.

In this episode, we explore the beautiful language and meaning behind the opening chapter of the Quran, which is considered the foundation of Islamic prayer and worship. We discuss the significance of each verse and how it sets the tone for the rest of the holy book.

Moving on to the second chapter, we focus on the first 29 verses, which lay the groundwork for the themes of faith, guidance, and the nature of God's relationship with humanity. We examine the historical and cultural context in which these verses were revealed and how they continue to resonate with Muslims today.

Narrated by Ghazala Qureshi, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher

So, join us for this enlightening episode of Quran Explained, and expand your knowledge and understanding of the Holy Quran.

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Chapter 2 The Cow (Surah Al-Baqarah) was revealed over two years in Madinah after the migration of the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم in 622 CE (Common Era).

Main points of this Chapter:

• Allah gave some prophets more blessings than others, such as raising the status of some above others. These blessings were given to test and try people in their faith (verse 253).
• “There is no compulsion in religion. Guidance is clearly distinct from error. Whoever rejects false gods and believes solely in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold, which willnever break. Allah is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing” (256).
• The Quran confirms the message brought by all the prophets, including those that are not specifically mentioned in the Quran (verse 285).
• Believers are required to have faith in all the prophets and not differentiate between them (verse 285).
• The believers are encouraged to spend in the way of Allah and be charitable (verse 254).
• The believers are reminded that they will face tests and trials in their lives, but those who remain steadfast will receive Allah's reward (verses 155-157).
• Human nature: The Quran describes the nature of human beings, their inherent weakness and susceptibility to temptation, and the importance of seeking forgiveness and guidance from Allah.
• The section also mentions the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail (Ishmael) and the building of the Kaaba in Makkah as a place of worship for Allah (verses 125-129).
• The believers are instructed to face towards the Kaaba during their prayers, as a symbol of their unity in faith (verse 144).
• The section also discusses the issue of fighting in the way of Allah, and the conditions and restrictions that apply to such fighting (verses 190-194).
• Believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness from Allah and to repent for their sins (verses 222-223).

Narrated by Ghazala Qureshi, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher

So, join us for this enlightening episode of Quran Explained, and expand your knowledge and understanding of the Holy Quran.

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Chapter 2 The Cow (Surah Al-Baqarah) was revealed over two years in Madinah after the migration of the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم in 622 CE (Common Era).

Main points of this Chapter:

• Allah gave some prophets more blessings than others, such as raising the status of some above others. These blessings were given to test and try people in their faith (verse 253).
• “There is no compulsion in religion. Guidance is clearly distinct from error. Whoever rejects false gods and believes solely in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold, which willnever break. Allah is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing” (256).
• The Quran confirms the message brought by all the prophets, including those that are not specifically mentioned in the Quran (verse 285).
• Believers are required to have faith in all the prophets and not differentiate between them (verse 285).
• The believers are encouraged to spend in the way of Allah and be charitable (verse 254).
• The believers are reminded that they will face tests and trials in their lives, but those who remain steadfast will receive Allah's reward (verses 155-157).
• Human nature: The Quran describes the nature of human beings, their inherent weakness and susceptibility to temptation, and the importance of seeking forgiveness and guidance from Allah.
• The section also mentions the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail (Ishmael) and the building of the Kaaba in Makkah as a place of worship for Allah (verses 125-129).
• The believers are instructed to face towards the Kaaba during their prayers, as a symbol of their unity in faith (verse 144).
• The section also discusses the issue of fighting in the way of Allah, and the conditions and restrictions that apply to such fighting (verses 190-194).
• Believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness from Allah and to repent for their sins (verses 222-223).

Narrated by Ghazala Qureshi, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher

So, join us for this enlightening episode of Quran Explained, and expand your knowledge and understanding of the Holy Quran.

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Chapter 2 The Cow (Surah Al-Baqarah) was revealed over two years in Madinah after the migration of the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم in 622 CE (Common Era).

Main points of this Chapter:

• Allah gave some prophets more blessings than others, such as raising the status of some above others. These blessings were given to test and try people in their faith (verse 253).
• “There is no compulsion in religion. Guidance is clearly distinct from error. Whoever rejects false gods and believes solely in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold, which willnever break. Allah is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing” (256).
• The Quran confirms the message brought by all the prophets, including those that are not specifically mentioned in the Quran (verse 285).
• Believers are required to have faith in all the prophets and not differentiate between them (verse 285).
• The believers are encouraged to spend in the way of Allah and be charitable (verse 254).
• The believers are reminded that they will face tests and trials in their lives, but those who remain steadfast will receive Allah's reward (verses 155-157).
• Human nature: The Quran describes the nature of human beings, their inherent weakness and susceptibility to temptation, and the importance of seeking forgiveness and guidance from Allah.
• The section also mentions the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail (Ishmael) and the building of the Kaaba in Makkah as a place of worship for Allah (verses 125-129).
• The believers are instructed to face towards the Kaaba during their prayers, as a symbol of their unity in faith (verse 144).
• The section also discusses the issue of fighting in the way of Allah, and the conditions and restrictions that apply to such fighting (verses 190-194).
• Believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness from Allah and to repent for their sins (verses 222-223).

Narrated by Ghazala Qureshi, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher

So, join us for this enlightening episode of Quran Explained, and expand your knowledge and understanding of the Holy Quran.

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Chapter 2 The Cow (Surah Al-Baqarah) was revealed over two years in Madinah after the

migration of the Prophet صلى الله عليه وسلم in 622 CE (Common Era).

Main points of this Chapter:

• Allah gave some prophets more blessings than others, such as raising the status of some above others. These blessings were given to test and try people in their faith (verse 253).
• “There is no compulsion in religion. Guidance is clearly distinct from error. Whoever rejects false gods and believes solely in Allah has grasped the most trustworthy handhold, which willnever break. Allah is the All-Hearing, the All-Knowing” (256).
• The Quran confirms the message brought by all the prophets, including those that are not specifically mentioned in the Quran (verse 285).
• Believers are required to have faith in all the prophets and not differentiate between them (verse 285).
• The believers are encouraged to spend in the way of Allah and be charitable (verse 254).
• The believers are reminded that they will face tests and trials in their lives, but those who remain steadfast will receive Allah's reward (verses 155-157).
• Human nature: The Quran describes the nature of human beings, their inherent weakness and susceptibility to temptation, and the importance of seeking forgiveness and guidance from Allah.
• The section also mentions the story of Prophet Ibrahim (Abraham) and his son Ismail (Ishmael) and the building of the Kaaba in Makkah as a place of worship for Allah (verses 125-129).
• The believers are instructed to face towards the Kaaba during their prayers, as a symbol of their unity in faith (verse 144).
• The section also discusses the issue of fighting in the way of Allah, and the conditions and restrictions that apply to such fighting (verses 190-194).
• Believers are encouraged to seek forgiveness from Allah and to repent for their sins (verses 222-223).

Narrated by Ghazala Qureshi, a renowned Islamic scholar and teacher

So, join us for this enlightening episode of Quran Explained, and expand your knowledge and understanding of the Holy Quran.

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Chapter 2 The Cow (Surah Al-Baqarah), Verses 275-286

In Islam, interest (or usury) is considered forbidden because it is viewed as exploitative and harmful. Charging interest on loans is seen as a way of taking advantage of someone's financial difficulties and profiting from their misfortune. Islam encourages the principles of cooperation and mutual support, and forbidding interest is seen as a way of promoting fairness and social justice. Additionally, interest is seen as a means of creating an unjust distribution of wealth and perpetuating economic inequality. Instead of charging interest, Islam promotes the idea of providing loans as acts of charity and helping others in need.

All commercial deals should be recorded and written in the presence of witnesses.

Parable of a single grain teaches that giving one pound in charity will earn seven hundred pounds.

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