The story of Prophet Musa (as) and his teacher in Surah Al-Kahf teaches us a profound lesson: divine wisdom often lies beyond our grasp. Musa, though a prophet, couldn’t bear actions that seemed unjust—until the truth was revealed later.
Similarly, in our lives, we witness hardship, injustice, and confusion. We wish someone could explain Allah’s wisdom in every moment—but we’re not always given that clarity. The test is to trust, not necessarily...
Often, we view the oppressed with empathy, constrained by our limited perspective, and we consider them less privileged. However, in this ayat, Allah is conveying a profound message that is quite the opposite. The oppressed are chosen for a greater purpose and goal. Allah selects the oppressed with divine wisdom, understanding that those who endure oppression with patience and perseverance become exemplary figures for generations to follow.
wiki 31 zilizopita · Kurejelea Aya 28:4-6, 7:128, 8:36
I feel sorry for the people who don't have the conviction that good will prevail over evil in both this world and the next.
I don't say that sarcastically or with any condescension. I genuinely feel bad.
Faith builds conviction. Grow your faith, and your conviction will skyrocket.
Sometimes despite it all, you laugh for a brief moment... All this work, all this money spent, all this brute force, all this destruction... and they will lose anywa...
This is a series of videos that I am sharing this Ramadan to reflect on how Allah designed the life of prophet Musa (AS), as in the Ayah: واصطنعتك لنفسي Where the word 'صناعة' refers to development, creation, manufacturing, and nurturing...
For episode (1) - see video in the comment section: The back story: The plan of the Pharaoh vs. The plan of Allah ..
The most impactful lives are designed in the middle of all the cha...
miaka 3 iliyopita · Kurejelea Aya 28:13, 28:4-7, 28:85
Hope in Times of Crisis
In Surah Al-Qasas, Allah reveals the arrogance, torture, and horror inflicted by Pharaoh upon the Bani Israil, including the slaughter of innocent babies while sparing the women. This depiction of Pharaoh as a baby killer evokes a sense of despair and grief, making the prospect of the oppressed becoming leaders seem far-fetched.
However, amidst this backdrop, the Quran unveils Allah's plan: 'But it was Our Will to favour...
The surah begins with three letters, of which the meaning is not understood. Just as in surat baqara, it is followed by a reference to the Quran as a book of certainty/guidance. Lesson 1: We humans know not while Allah knows. What we need to know is present in Allah's words.
Musa (AS) is the Prophet mentioned most often in the Quran. His story parallels the Prophet Muhammad's (SAW) in many ways from having to watch his people be tortured (in Mec...