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The Jews say “The Christians have nothing [true] to stand on,” and the Christians say, “The Jews have nothing to stand on,” although they [both] recite the Scripture. Thus the polytheists speak the same as their words. But Allah will judge between them on the Day of Resurrection concerning that over which they used to differ.
Meaning:-
Polytheism: belief in more than one god or in many gods.

Who is more unjust than he who prevents people from the Masajid (place of worship) of Allah , forbids the mention of His name therein, and strives to ruin them ? It is not proper for such people to enter in them except with His fear. For them there is disgrace in this world and grievous punishment in the Hereafter.

To Allah belong the East and the West; whichever direction you turn your face there is the presence of Allah. Surely Allah is All-Embracing and All-Knowing.

And they (Jews, Christians and pagans) say: Allah has begotten a son (children or offspring). Glory be to Him (Exalted be He above all that they associate with Him). Nay, to Him belongs all that is in the heavens and on earth, and all surrender with obedience (in worship) to Him.
Meaning:-
Beget: To produce (children) by sexual reproduction.

He is the Creator of the heavens and the earth ! When He decrees a thing, He needs only to say, “Be,” and there it becomes.
Meaning:-
Decrees: order, edict, command

Those who have no knowledge ask: “Why does Allah not speak to us face to face or send us a sign ?” The same demand was made by those before them: they all have the same mentality. We have already shown clear signs to those whose faith is firm

What clearer sign could there be than this Book? We have sent you (O Muhammad) with the knowledge of the Truth and made you the bearer of good news and warning; now, you will not be called upon to answer about the actions of the companions of the blazing fire.
Meaning:-
Blazing: burning brightly and with great heat

And never will the Jews or the Christians approve of you until you follow their religion. Say, “Indeed, the guidance of Allah is the [only] guidance.” If you were to follow their desires after what has come to you of knowledge, you would have against Allah no protector or helper.

Those to whom We have given the Book recite it with its true recital. They [are the ones who] believe in it. And whoever disbelieves in it – it is they who are the losers.

O Children of Israel, remember My favor which I have bestowed upon you and that I preferred you over the worlds.
Meaning:-
Bestow:an honor, right, or gift

And fear a Day when no soul will suffice for another soul at all, and no compensation will be accepted from it, nor will any intercession benefit it, nor will they be aided.
Meaning:-
Suffice: satisfy demands, answer one’s needs
Intercession: the action of intervening on behalf of another.

Remember that when Ibrahim (Abraham) was tested by his Lord with certain commands, he fulfilled them. Allah said: “Surely, I will make you the leader of mankind.” “What about my offspring?” Asked Ibrahim. “My pledge,” said Allah, “will not apply to the evil doers.”
Meaning:-
Offspring: a person’s child or children.
Doers: the person who does something.

And [mention] when We made the House(the Ka’bah) a place of return for the people and [a place of] security. And take, [O believers], from the standing place of Abraham a place of prayer. And We charged Abraham and Ishmael, [saying], “Purify My House (the Ka’bah) for those who perform Tawaf and those who are staying [there] for worship and those who bow and prostrate [in prayer].”
Meaning:-
Prostrate: lay oneself flat on the ground face downward, especially in reverence or submission.

Ibrahim said: “My Lord make this (Makkah) a secure town and provide its people with plenty of food from fruits, those of them who believe in Allah and the Last Day.” He answered, “As for those who do not, I shall also provide for them in this life, though in the Hereafter I shall drag them to the torture of Hellfire and it is an evil destination indeed!”

Ibrahim (Abraham) and Isma`il (Ishmael) raised the foundations of the House and dedicated it by saying: “Accept this from us, O Lord, You are the one who hears all and knows all.

Our Lord, and make us Muslims [in submission] to You and from our descendants a Muslim nation [in submission] to You. And show us our rites and accept our repentance. Indeed, You are the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.
Meaning:-
Descendants: family, offspring, heir, a person that is descended from a particular ancestor.

“Our Lord! Send amongst them a Messenger of their own (and indeed Allah answered their invocation by sending Muhammad ), who shall recite unto them Your Verses and instruct them in the Book (this Quran) and Al-Hikmah (full knowledge of the Islamic laws and jurisprudence or wisdom or Prophethood, etc.), and sanctify them. Verily! You are the All-Mighty, the All-Wise.”
Meaning:-
Invocation: the summoning of a deity or the supernatural.
Jurisprudence: system of laws.
Sanctify: to purify or free from sin

Who but a foolish man would renounce the faith of Ibrahim? We chose him in this worldly life while in the Hereafter he will be among the righteous.
Meaning:-
Renounce: refuse to recognize

When his Lord asked him: “Be a Muslim,” he answered: “I have become a Muslim to the Lord of the worlds.”

And Abraham instructed his sons [to do the same] and [so did] Jacob, [saying], “O my sons, indeed Allah has chosen for you this religion, so do not die except while you are Muslims.”

Or were you witnesses when death approached Jacob, when he said to his sons, “What will you worship after me?” They said, “We will worship your God and the God of your fathers, Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac – one God. And we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.”

They were a people that have passed away. They shall reap the fruits of what they did, and you shall for what you do. You shall not be questioned about what they did.
Meaning:-
Reap: a reward or benefit

Jews and Christians say: “Be Jews or Christians, you shall then be rightly guided.” O Muhammad, say: “By no means! We follow the faith of Ibrahim, the upright one; and he was not one of the polytheists.”
Meaning:-
Polytheism: belief in more than one god or in many gods.

Say, [O believers], “We have believed in Allah and what has been revealed to us and what has been revealed to Abraham and Ishmael and Isaac and Jacob and the Descendants and what was given to Moses and Jesus and what was given to the prophets from their Lord. We make no distinction between any of them, and we are Muslims [in submission] to Him.”
Meaning:-
Descendants:an adherent who follows closely the teachings, methods, practices,etc.,

So, if they accept Islam like you, they shall be rightly guided; if they reject it, they will surely fall into dissension (divide into differing factions); Allah will be your sufficient defender against them, and He hears and knows everything.
Meaning:-
Dissension: disagreement that leads to discord

And say, “Ours is] the religion of Allah . And who is better than Allah in [ordaining] religion? And we are worshippers of Him.”

Say, O Muhammad: “Would you dispute with us concerning Allah, who is our Lord and your Lord as well? We shall be accountable to Him for our deeds and you for yours; to Him alone we are devoted.
Meaning:-
Devoted: loyal, faithful, true

Do you claim that Ibrahim (Abraham), Isma’il (Ishmael), Ishaq (Isaac), Ya’qoob (Jacob) and their descendants were all Jews or Christians? Are you more knowledgeable than Allah?” Who is more wicked than the one who hides the testimony he has received from Allah? Allah is not unaware of what you do.
Meaning:-
Dissension: disagreement that leads to discord
Wicked: sinful, evil or morally wrong
Testimony: evidence or proof provided by the existence or appearance of something.

That was a nation who has already passed away. They are responsible for what they did and your are for what you do, you shall not be questioned about their deeds.

The foolish will ask: “Why did they turn away from the Qiblah (the direction in prayer) towards which they used to face?” O Muhammad, say: “East and West belong to Allah; He guides whomever He wishes to the Right Way.”

And thus we have made you a just community that you will be witnesses over the people and the Messenger will be a witness over you. And We did not make the qiblah (the direction in prayer) which you used to face except that We might make evident who would follow the Messenger from who would turn back on his heels. And indeed, it is difficult except for those whom Allah has guided. And never would Allah have caused you to lose your faith. Indeed Allah is, to the people, Kind and Merciful.

We have certainly seen the turning of your face, [O Muhammad], toward the heaven, and We will surely turn you to a qiblah (the direction in prayer) with which you will be pleased. So turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram (Ka’bah);. And wherever you [believers] are, turn your faces toward it [in prayer]. Indeed, those who have been given the Scripture well know that it is the truth from their Lord. And Allah is not unaware of what they do.

Even if you give every proof to the people of the Book, they will not accept your Qiblah(the direction in prayer), nor will you accept theirs. Neither of them (the Jews and Christians) are the followers of each other’s Qiblah(the direction in prayer). If, after all the knowledge you have been given, you yield to their desires then surely you will be among the wrongdoers.
Meaning:-
Wrongdoers: a person who behaves illegally or dishonestly; an offender.

Those to whom We gave the Scripture know him as they know their own sons. But indeed, a party of them conceal the truth while they know [it].
Meaning:-
Conceal: hide, keep (something) secret; prevent from being known or noticed.

The truth is from your Lord, so never be among the doubters.

For every nation there is a direction to which they face (in their prayers). So hasten towards all that is good. Wheresoever you may be, Allah will bring you together (on the Day of Resurrection). Truly, Allah is Able to do all things.

So from wherever you go out [for prayer, O Muhammad] turn your face toward al- Masjid al-Haram (Ka’bah);., and indeed, it is the truth from your Lord. And Allah is not unaware of what you do.

And from wherever you go out [for prayer], turn your face toward al-Masjid al-Haram (Ka’bah). And wherever you [believers] may be, turn your faces toward it in order that the people will not have any argument against you, except for those of them who commit wrong; so fear them not but fear Me. And [it is] so I may complete My favor upon you and that you may be guided.

Just as We have sent among you a messenger from yourselves reciting to you Our verses and purifying you and teaching you the Book and wisdom and teaching you that which you did not know.

So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.

O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.

And do not say about those who are killed in the way of Allah , “They are dead.” Rather, they are alive, but you do not perceive it.
Meaning:-
Perceive: become aware or conscious of (something); come to realize or understand.

And We will surely test you with something of fear and hunger and a loss of wealth and lives and fruits, but give good tidings to the patient,
Meaning:-
Tidings: news; information.

Who, when disaster strikes them, say, “Indeed we belong to Allah , and indeed to Him we will return.”
Meaning:-
Disaster: a sudden event, such as an accident or a natural catastrophe, that causes great damage or loss of life.

Those are the ones upon whom are blessings from their Lord and mercy. And it is those who are the [rightly] guided.

Behold! Safa and al-Marwah (two mountains in Makkah) are among the symbols of Allah. So anyone who performs Hajj or Umrah (pilgrimage) to the House (the Ka’bah at Makkah), there is no blame if one goes around both of them; and anyone who does good voluntarily should know that surely Allah knows the grateful.

Those who conceal the clear proofs and the guidance, after We have made it clear in the Book for mankind, will have Allah’s curse and that of those who are entitled to curse;
Meaning:-
Conceal: hide, keep (something) secret; prevent from being known or noticed.

Except for those who repent and correct themselves and make evident [what they concealed]. Those – I will accept their repentance, and I am the Accepting of repentance, the Merciful.
Meaning:-
Conceal: hide, keep (something) secret; prevent from being known or noticed.

Surely those who are unbelievers and die while they are unbelievers, they are the ones on whom is the curse of Allah, the angels and all mankind,

They will abide therein (under the curse in Hell), their punishment will neither be lightened, nor will they be reprieved.
Meaning:-
Abide: tolerate, bear, stand or be unable to tolerate (someone or something).
Reprieved: a cancellation or postponement of a punishment.

And your god is one God. There is no deity [worthy of worship] except Him, the Entirely Merciful, the Especially Merciful.
Meaning:-
Deity: a god or goddess.

Indeed, in the creation of the heavens and earth, and the alternation of the night and the day, and the [great] ships which sail through the sea with that which benefits people, and what Allah has sent down from the heavens of rain, giving life thereby to the earth after its lifelessness and dispersing therein every [kind of] moving creature, and [His] directing of the winds and the clouds controlled between the heaven and the earth are signs for a people who use reason.
Meaning:-
Disperse: go or cause to go in different directions or to different destinations.

There are some who worship other deities besides Allah (mushrikin), they love them as they should love Allah, whereas the believers are strong in love for Allah. If those who are unjust could visualize (the Day of Judgement) when they will see the chastisement, they would come to know for sure that all powers belong to Allah and that Allah is stern in retribution.
Meaning:-
Deity: a god or goddess.
Chastisement: corporal punishment; a beating.
Stern: firm, strict, or uncompromising
Retribution: punishment, penalty, punishments in a future life.

On that Day those leaders who were being followed, when faced with their punishment, will renounce those who followed them and the bonds which united them will break asunder.
Meaning:-
Renounce: refuse to recognize, reject, deny
Asunder: apart; divided, into pieces.

Those who followed will say, “If only we had another turn [at worldly life] so we could disassociate ourselves from them as they have disassociated themselves from us.” Thus will Allah show them their deeds as regrets upon them. And they are never to emerge from the Fire.
Meaning:-
Emerge: move out of or away from something and come into view.

O Mankind! Eat of what is lawful and clean on the earth and do not follow the footsteps of Shaitan, surely he is your open enemy.

[Shaitan (Satan)] commands you only what is evil and Fahsha (sinful), and that you should say against Allah what you know not.
Meaning:-
Al-Fahsha refers to all types of indecencies, vulgarities, obscenities etc

When it is said to them: “Follow what Allah has revealed.” They reply: “Nay! We will follow what our forefathers practiced.” Well! Even if their forefathers had no sense at all and lacked guidance?

The example of those who disbelieve is like that of one who shouts at what hears nothing but calls and cries cattle or sheep – deaf, dumb and blind, so they do not understand.

O believers! Eat the clean things which We have provided you and give thanks to Allah, if you worship only Him.

He has forbidden you to eat dead meat, blood, the flesh of swine, and that on which any name other than Allah has been invoked; but if someone is compelled by absolute necessity, intending neither to sin nor to transgress, he shall incur no sin. Surely Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.
Meaning:-
Invoked: call on (a deity or spirit) in prayer, as a witness, or for inspiration.
Transgress: misbehave, behave badly, break the law,

Surely those who conceal any part of the Book which Allah has revealed and sell His revelations for petty price (material gain), shall swallow nothing but fire into their bellies. On the Day of Resurrection Allah will neither speak to them nor purify them and they shall have painful punishment.

Those are the ones who have exchanged guidance for error and forgiveness for punishment. How patient they are in pursuit of the Fire!
Meaning:-
Pursuit: the action of following

This is because Allah has revealed the Book (Quran) with the truth; and surely those who go against the Book are in a great opposition.

Righteousness is not whether you turn your face towards East or West; but the righteousness is to believe in Allah, the Last Day, the Angels, the Books and the Prophets, and to spend wealth out of love for Him on relatives, orphans, helpless, needy travellers, those who ask for and on the redemption of captives; and to establish Salah (prayers), to pay Zakah (alms), to fulfill promises when made, to be steadfast in distress, in adversity, and at the time of war. These people are the truthful and these are the pious.
Meaning:-
Redemption: the action of saving or being saved from sin, error, or evil.
Captive: a person who has been taken prisoner
Alms: money or food given to poor people, charity, donation(s).
Steadfast: loyal, faithful, committed, devoted, dedicated.
Distress: extreme anxiety, sorrow, or pain.
Adversity: difficulties; misfortune.
Pious: religious, devout, God-fearing,

O believers! Retaliation is prescribed for you in the cases of murder: a free man for a free man, a slave for a slave, and a female for a female. But if anyone is pardoned by his aggrieved brother, then bloodwit (a ransom for manslaughter) should be decided according to the common law and payment should be made with gratitude. This is a concession and a mercy from your Lord. Now, whoever exceeds the limits after this, shall have a painful punishment.
Meaning:-
Aggrieved: wronged, offended, injured, troubled, worried, disturbed or unhappy.
Concession: compromise, allowance, exception

And there is for you in legal retribution [saving of] life, O you [people] of understanding, that you may become righteous.
Meaning:-
Retribution: punishment, penalty.

The will is made obligatory before the death of anyone of you who is leaving some property behinds to bequest it equitably to his parents and relatives. This is a duty incumbent on the righteous.
Meaning:-
Obligatory: compulsory, mandatory
Bequest: legacy, inheritance, endowment, settlement;
Equitably: fair, just, impartial
Incumbent: necessary for one to, essential that, required that, imperative that;

If anyone changes the bequest after hearing it, the sin of it then is on those who make the change. Allah hears and knows everything.
Meaning:-
Bequest: legacy, inheritance, endowment, settlement;

But there is no blame on the one who suspects an error or an injustice on the part of the testator and brings about a settlement among the parties. Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

O believers! Fasting is prescribed for you as it was prescribed for those before you so that you may learn self-restraint.

[Fasting for] a limited number of days. So whoever among you is ill or on a journey [during them] – then an equal number of days [are to be made up]. And upon those who are able [to fast, but with hardship] – a ransom [as substitute] of feeding a poor person [each day]. And whoever volunteers excess – it is better for him. But to fast is best for you, if you only knew.

It is the month of Ramadhan in which the Qur’an was revealed, a guidance for mankind with clear teachings showing the Right Way and a criterion of truth and falsehood. Therefore, anyone of you who witnesses that month should fast therein, and whoever is ill or upon a journey shall fast a similar number of days later on. Allah intends your well-being and does not want to put you to hardship. He wants you to complete the prescribed period so that you should glorify His Greatness and render thanks to Him for giving you guidance.

When my servants question you about Me, tell them that I am very close to them. I answer the prayer of every suppliant when he calls Me; therefore, they should respond to Me and put their trust in Me, so that they may be rightly guided.

It is made lawful for you to approach your wives during the night of the fast; they are an apparel for you and you for them. Allah knows that you were committing dishonesty to your souls. So He has relented towards you and pardoned you. Now, you may approach your wives and seek what Allah has written for you. Eat and drink until the white thread of dawn appears to you distinct from the black thread of night, then complete your fast till nightfall. Do not approach your wives during I’htikaf (retreat in the mosques in last ten days of Ramadhan). These are the limits set by Allah: do not ever violate them. Thus Allah makes His revelations clear to mankind so that they may guard themselves against evil.

Do not misappropriate one another’s property unjustly, nor bribe the judges, in order to misappropriate a part of other people’s property, sinfully and knowingly.

They question you about the new moon. Tell them: it is to determine the periods of time for the benefit of mankind and for the Hajj (pilgrimage). It is not righteous to enter your houses from the back doors during Hajj times. Righteousness is to fear Allah. Enter your houses through the proper doors and fear Allah so that you may prosper.

Fight in the cause of Allah with those who fight against you, but do not exceed the limits. Allah does not like transgressors.
Meaning:-
Transgress: misbehave, behave badly, break the law

And kill them wherever you overtake them and expel them from wherever they have expelled you, and fitnah is worse than killing. And do not fight them at al-Masjid al- Haram until they fight you there. But if they fight you, then kill them. Such is the recompense of the disbelievers.
Meaning:-
Expel: remove, get rid of, drive out, throw out
Fitnah: Fitna comes from an Arabic word which means:Fitna is the spread of Falsehood that cause a rift between Muslims or Spreading mischief

If they cease hostility, then surely Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.
Meaning:-
Hostility: hostile behavior; unfriendliness or opposition.

Fight them until there is no [more] fitnah: and [until] worship is [acknowledged to be] for Allah . But if they cease, then there is to be no aggression: except against the oppressors:.
Meaning:-
Fitnah:: Fitnah comes from an Arabic word which means: . Fitnah is the spread of Falsehood that cause a rift between Muslims or Spreading
Aggression:: hostile or violent behavior or attitudes toward another; readiness to attack or confront.
Oppress:: to burden with cruel or unjust impositions or restraints; to lie heavily upon

The Sacred month, in which fighting is prohibited, is to be respected if the same is respected by the enemy: sacred things too are subject to retaliation. Therefore, if anyone transgresses a prohibition and attacks you, retaliate with the same force. Fear Allah, and bear in mind that Allah is with the righteous.
Meaning:-
Transgress: misbehave, behave badly, break the law

And spend in the way of Allah and do not throw [yourselves] with your [own] hands into destruction [by refraining]. And do good; indeed, Allah loves the doers of good.

And complete the Hajj and ‘umrah for Allah . But if you are prevented, then [offer] what can be obtained with ease of sacrificial animals. And do not shave your heads until the sacrificial animal has reached its place of slaughter. And whoever among you is ill or has an ailment of the head [making shaving necessary must offer] a ransom of fasting [three days] or charity or sacrifice. And when you are secure, then whoever performs ‘umrah [during the Hajj months] followed by Hajj [offers] what can be obtained with ease of sacrificial animals. And whoever cannot find [or afford such an animal] – then a fast of three days during Hajj and of seven when you have returned [home]. Those are ten complete [days]. This is for those whose family is not in the area of al-Masjid al-Haram. And fear Allah and know that Allah is severe in penalty.
Meaning:-
Ailment: illness, disease, sickness, disorder, condition, affliction

Hajj is [during] well-known months, so whoever has made Hajj obligatory upon himself therein [by entering the state of ihram], there is [to be for him] no sexual relations and no disobedience and no disputing during Hajj. And whatever good you do – Allah knows it. And take provisions, but indeed, the best provision is fear of Allah . And fear Me, O you of understanding.

There is no blame on you if you seek the bounty of your Lord during this journey. When you return from Arafat (stop at Muzdalifah and) praise Allah near Mash’ar-il-Haram. Praise Him as He has guided you, for before this you were from the people who had lost the Right Way.
Meaning:-
Bounty: a generous gift, reward

Then return from where the others return and ask Allah’s forgiveness; surely Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.

When you have fulfilled your sacred duties, praise Allah as you used to praise your forefathers or with deeper reverence. There are some who say: “Our Lord! Give us abundance in this world.” Such people will not have any share in the hereafter.
Meaning:-
sacred: holy.
Reverence: high esteem, high regard, great respect.
Abundance: a very large quantity of something.

But there are others who say: “Our Lord! Give us the good life, both in this world and in the Hereafter and save us from the punishment of the fire.”

Such people shall have their due share in both worlds according to what they have earned, Allah is swift in settling the accounts.

Celebrate the praises of Allah during these appointed days. If anyone hastens to leave Mina after two days or stays there a day longer there is no blame on him provided he spends these days in piety. Fear Allah and remember that you will surely be gathered before Him.

Among the people there is one whose speech fascinates you in this worldly life; he may even call upon Allah to witness what is in his heart, yet he is your staunch opponent.
Meaning:-
Staunch: loyal and committed in attitude, faithful.

And when he goes away, he strives throughout the land to cause corruption therein and destroy crops and animals. And Allah does not like corruption.

When it is said to him “Fear Allah,” arrogance carries him off to sin. Hell will be the proper place for such a person, which is indeed an evil refuge.

And among people there is one who would give away his life to seek the pleasure of Allah. Allah is affectionate to His devotees.
Meaning:-
Devotees: follower

O you who have believed, enter into Islam completely [and perfectly] and do not follow the footsteps of Satan. Indeed, he is to you a clear enemy.

But if you deviate after clear proofs have come to you, then know that Allah is Exalted in Might and Wise.
Meaning:-
Deviate: to turn aside, as from a route, way, course, etc.

Are they waiting for Allah to come down to them in the shadow of clouds, along with the angels, and make His decision known? Ultimately all matters will be presented to Allah for decision.

Ask the Children of Israel how many a sign of evidence We have given them. And whoever exchanges the favor of Allah [for disbelief] after it has come to him – then indeed, Allah is severe in penalty.

The life of this world is charming to those who are unbelievers and they mock at those who believe, but they forget that those who fear Allah will rank above them on the Day of Resurrection; Allah gives sustenance without measure to whom He wants.
Meaning:-
Mock: tease or laugh at in a scornful or contemptuous manner.

Mankind was [of] one religion [before their deviation]; then Allah sent the prophets as bringers of good tidings and warners and sent down with them the Scripture in truth to judge between the people concerning that in which they differed. And none differed over the Scripture except those who were given it – after the clear proofs came to them – out of jealous animosity among themselves. And Allah guided those who believed to the truth concerning that over which they had differed, by His permission. And Allah guides whom He wills to a straight path.
Meaning:-
Animosity:a feeling of strong dislike, ill will, or enmity that tends to display itselfin action

Do you think that you will enter Paradise without any trials while you have known the examples of those who passed away before you? They were touched by poverty and hardship and were shaken until [even their] messenger and those who believed with him said,”When is the help of Allah ?” Unquestionably, the help of Allah is near

They ask you, [O Muhammad], what they should spend in charity. Say, “Whatever you spend of good is [to be] for parents and relatives and orphans and the needy and the traveler. And whatever you do of good – indeed, Allah is Knowing of it.”

Fighting has been enjoined upon you while it is hateful to you. But perhaps you hate a thing and it is good for you; and perhaps you love a thing and it is bad for you. And Allah Knows, while you know not.

They ask you about the sacred month – about fighting therein. Say, “Fighting therein is great [sin], but averting [people] from the way of Allah and disbelief in Him and [preventing access to] al-Masjid al-Haram and the expulsion of its people therefrom are greater [evil] in the sight of Allah . And fitnah is greater than killing.” And they will continue to fight you until they turn you back from your religion if they are able. And whoever of you reverts from his religion [to disbelief] and dies while he is a disbeliever – for those, their deeds have become worthless in this world and the Hereafter, and those are the companions of the Fire, they will abide therein eternally.
Meaning:-
Averting: to turn away or aside
expulsion: removal, the act of driving out or expelling
Fitnah: Fitnah comes from an Arabic word which means: Fitnah is the spread of Falsehood that cause a rift between Muslims or Spreading mischief
Reverts: to return to a former belief

Surely those who are believers, and migrated and struggled in the path of Allah, they can hope for the mercy of Allah; and Allah is Forgiving, Merciful.”

They ask you about intoxicants and gambling of chance. Say: In both of them there is a great sin and means of profit for men, and their sin is greater than their profit. And they ask you as to what they should spend. Say: What you can spare. Thus does Allah make clear to you the communications (His Signs), that you may ponder,
Meaning:-
Ponder: to think carefully about something, over think, think about (something) carefully

this world and the hereafter. They ask you about orphans. Tell them: “It is best to deal with them justly; you may become co-partners with them, after all they are your brethren; Allah knows who means harm and also who means their welfare. If Allah had wanted He could be hard on you in this matter, surely Allah is Mighty, Wise.”

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 marry polytheistic men [to your women] until they believe. And a believing slave is better than a polytheist, even though he might please you. Those invite [you] to the Fire, but Allah invites to Paradise and to forgiveness, by His permission. And He makes clear His verses to the people that perhaps they may remember.
Meaning:-
Polytheistic: the doctrine that there is more than one god or many gods.

And they ask you about menstruation. Say, “It is harm, so keep away from wives (do not have sexual intercourse) during menstruation. And do not approach them until they are pure. And when they have purified themselves, then come to them from where Allah has ordained for you. Indeed, Allah loves those who are constantly repentant and loves those who purify themselves.”

wives are your tilth; so go to your tilth when you like. Take care of your future and refrain from the displeasure of Allah. Bear in mind that you shall meet Him in the Hereafter, and give good news to the believers.
Meaning:-
Tilth: the state of being tilled or under cultivation.

Do not use Allah’s name in your oaths as an excuse to prevent you from dealing justly, guarding against evil and making peace between people; Allah hears and knows everything.

Allah will not hold you accountable for what is inadvertent in your oaths, but He will hold you accountable for what you intended in your hearts; Allah is Forgiving, Forbearing.
Meaning:-
Inadvertent: unintentional, unintended, accidental, unpremeditated.
Forbearing: patient, tolerant, easygoing, lenient, clement, forgiving, understanding,

For those who swear not to have sexual relations with their wives is a waiting time of four months, but if they return [to normal relations] – then indeed, Allah is Forgiving and Merciful.

But if they decide to divorce them, they may do so, surely Allah hears and knows everything.

Divorced women must keep themselves waiting for three menstrual periods, it is not lawful for them to hide what Allah has created in their wombs if they believe in Allah and the Last Day. In such cases their husbands have a right to take them back in that period if they desire reconciliation. Women have rights similar to those exercised against them in an equitable manner, although men have a status (degree of responsibility) above them.
Allah is Mighty, Wise.
Meaning:-
Equitable: fair, just, impartial.

Divorce is twice. Then, either keep [her] in an acceptable manner or release [her] with good treatment. And it is not lawful for you to take anything of what you have given them unless both fear that they will not be able to keep [within] the limits of Allah . But if you fear that they will not keep [within] the limits of Allah , then there is no blame upon either of them concerning that by which she ransoms herself. These are the limits of Allah , so do not transgress them. And whoever transgresses the limits of Allah – it is those who are the wrongdoers.
Meaning:-
Transgress : misbehave, behave badly, break the law

So if a husband divorces his wife three times, it is not lawful for him to remarry her until after she has married another man and gotten divorced. In that case there is no blame on either of them if they reunite in marriage, provided they think that they can keep the limits of Allah. Such are the limits of Allah which He makes clear to the people of understanding.

When you divorce women and they have reached the end of their waiting period (‘Iddat) either allow them to stay with honor or let them go with kindness; but you should not retain them to harm them or to take undue advantage; if anyone does that he wrongs his own soul. Do not take Allah’s revelations as a joke. Remember the favors of Allah upon you and the fact that He sent down the Book and Wisdom for your guidance. Fear Allah and know that Allah has knowledge of everything.

And when you divorce women and they have fulfilled their term, do not prevent them from remarrying their [former] husbands if they agree among themselves on an acceptable basis. That is instructed to whoever of you believes in Allah and the Last Day. That is better for you and purer, and Allah knows and you know not.

Mothers may breastfeed their children two complete years for whoever wishes to complete the nursing [period]. Upon the father is the mothers’ provision and their clothing according to what is acceptable. No person is charged with more than his capacity. No mother should be harmed through her child, and no father through his child. And upon the [father’s] heir is [a duty] like that [of the father]. And if they both desire weaning through mutual consent from both of them and consultation, there is no blame upon either of them. And if you wish to have your children nursed by a substitute, there is no blame upon you as long as you give payment according to what is acceptable. And fear Allah and know that Allah is Seeing of what you do.
Meaning:
weaning:accustom (an infant or other young mammal) to food other than its mother’s milk.

As for those of you who die and leave widows behind, let them abstain from marriage for four months and ten days: when they have reached the end of this period, there is no blame on you for what they do for themselves in a decent manner. Allah is aware of what you do.
Meaning:-
Abstain: to hold oneself back voluntarily.

There is no blame on you if you make a proposal of marriage during their waiting period openly or keep it in your hearts. Allah knows that you will naturally cherish them in your hearts; however, be careful not to make any secret agreement, and if you wish to marry, speak to them in an honorable manner. Do not confirm the marriage tie until the prescribed waiting period expires. You should know that Allah is aware of what is in your hearts, so fear Him. Bear in mind that Allah is Forgiving, Forbearing.
Meaning:-
Forbearing: patient, tolerant, easygoing, lenient, clement, forgiving, understanding,

There is no blame on you if you divorce women before the marriage is consummated or the dowry is settled. Pay them something anyhow, the rich man according to his means and poor according to his, a reasonable amount in all fairness. This is an obligation on the righteous people.
Meaning:-
Consummate: make (a marriage or relationship) complete by having sexual intercourse.

And if you divorce them before the marriage is consummated but after the fixation of a dowry, give them half of their dowry unless the woman wants to waive it or the man in whose hand is the marriage tie is generous enough (to pay the dowry in full). It is more appropriate that the man should act generously. Do not forget to show kindness to each other. Surely Allah observes your actions.
Meaning:-
Consummate: make (a marriage or relationship) complete by having sexual intercourse.

Maintain with care the [obligatory] prayers and [in particular] the middle prayer and stand before Allah , devoutly obedient.
Meaning:-
Devout: having or showing deep religious feeling or commitment.

If you are in danger, pray on foot or while riding; and when you are safe, remember Allah in the manner that He has taught you which you did not know before.

Those of you who die and leave widows should bequeath for them a year’s maintenance without causing them to leave their homes; but if they leave the residence on their own there is no blame on you for what they chose for themselves in a fair way. Allah is Mighty, Wise.
Meaning:-
Bequeath: to dispose of (personal property, especially money) by last will:

Reasonable provisions must also be made for divorced women. That is an obligation upon those who fear Allah.

That’s how Allah makes His verses clear to you so that you may understand.

Have you reflected on the case of thousands of people (Israelites) who fled their homes for fear of death? Allah said to them: “Die” (gave them death). Then He gave them life again. Surely Allah is bountiful to mankind, but most of the people are ungrateful.
Meaning:-
Bountiful: giving generously, magnanimous, munificent,

O believers, fight in the path of Allah without fear of death and bear in mind that Allah hears and knows everything.

: Who will loan to Allah a beautiful loan which Allah will increase many fold? Allah alone can decrease and increase wealth, and to Him you all shall return.

Have you not reflected on what the leaders of the children of Israel demanded from one of their Prophets after the death of Musa (Moses)? “Appoint for us a king,” they said, “and we will fight in the cause of Allah.” The Prophet replied: “What if you refuse to fight when you are ordered to do so?” They replied, “How could we refuse to fight in the cause of Allah, while we along with our children were driven out of our homes?” But when, on their demand, they were ordered to fight, all refused except a few of them. Allah knows the evildoers.
Meaning:-
Evildoers: a person who does evil or wrong.

Their Prophet told them: “Allah has appointed Talut (Saul) to be your king.” They replied: “How can he be our king when some of us are more deserving than him? Besides he is not rich.” The Prophet said: “Allah has chosen him to rule over you and blessed him with knowledge and stature. Allah grants kingship to whom He pleases and Allah has boundless knowledge.”
Meaning:-
Stature: importance or reputation gained by ability or achievement.

And their Prophet (Samuel ) said to them: Verily! The sign of His Kingdom is that there shall come to you At-Tabut (a wooden box), wherein is Sakinah (peace and reassurance) from your Lord and a remnant of that which Musa (Moses) and Harun (Aaron) left behind, carried by the angels. Verily, in this is a sign for you if you are indeed believers.
Meaning:-
Remnant: remainder

So when Talut departed with the forces, he said: Surely Allah will try you with a river; whoever then drinks from it, he is not of me, and whoever does not taste of it, he is surely of me, except he who takes with his hand as much of it as fills the hand; but with the exception of a few of them they drank from it. So when he had crossed it, he and those who believed with him, they said: We have today no power against Jalut and his forces. Those who were sure that they would meet their Lord said: How often has a small party vanquished a numerous host by Allah’s permission, and Allah is with the patient.
Meaning:-
Vanquished: defeat thoroughly.

And when they went forth to [face] Goliath and his soldiers, they said, “Our Lord, pour upon us patience and plant firmly our feet and give us victory over the disbelieving people.”

By Allah’s will they put the unbelievers to flight, and Dawood (David) killed Jalut. Allah gave Dawood the kingdom and wisdom and taught him what else He pleased. If Allah had not been repelling one set of people by the might of others, there would indeed be disorder on earth, but Allah is Gracious to all the worlds.

These are the verses of Allah which We recite to you, [O Muhammad], in truth. And indeed, you are from among the messengers.

Those messengers – some of them We caused to exceed others. Among them were those to whom Allah spoke, and He raised some of them in degree. And We gave Jesus, the Son of Mary, clear proofs, and We supported him with the Pure Spirit. If Allah had willed, those [generations] succeeding them would not have fought each other after the clear proofs had come to them. But they differed, and some of them believed and some of them disbelieved. And if Allah had willed, they would not have fought each other, but Allah does what He intends.

O you who have believed, spend from that which We have provided for you before there comes a Day in which there is no exchange and no friendship and no intercession. And the disbelievers – they are the wrongdoers.

Allah! There is no god but Him: the Living, the Eternal. He neither slumbers nor sleeps. To Him belongs all that is in the Heavens and the Earth. Who can intercede with Him without His permission? He knows what is before them and what is behind them. They cannot gain access to any thing out of His knowledge except what He pleases. His throne is more vast than the heavens and the earth, and guarding of these both does not fatigue Him. He is the Exalted, the Supreme.
Meaning:-
Slumbers:. to sleep, especially lightly; doze; drowse
Intercede: mediate, intermediate, arbitrate, conciliate, advocate
Fatigue: extreme tiredness, typically resulting from mental or physical exertion or illness.

There is no compulsion in religion. True guidance has been made clearly distinct from error. Therefore, whoever renounce ‘Taghut’ (forces of Shaitan) and believes in Allah has grasped the firm hand-hold that will never break. Allah, Whose hand-hold you have grasped, hears all and knows all.
Meaning:-
Renounce: reject, deny, refuse to abide by,

Allah is the Wali (Protector) of those who believe, He brings them out of the depth of darkness and lead them into the light. As for the unbelievers, whose wali (protector) is Taghut (forces of Shaitan), he takes them out of the light and leads them into the depths of darkness. As a result they will become the companions of the Hell fire and shall live therein forever.

Have you ever reflected upon the one (Namrud), to whom Allah had given him kingdom, who argued with Ibrahim (Abraham) about his Lord. When Ibrahim said: “My Lord is He Who has power to give life and to cause death.” He replied: “I too have the power to give life and to cause death.” Ibrahim said: “Well, Allah causes the sun to rise from the east; just make it rise from the west.” Thus the unbeliever was confounded; Allah does not guide the evildoers.
Meaning:-
Confounded: used for emphasis, especially to express anger or annoyance.
Evildoers: a person who commits profoundly immoral and malevolent deeds.

Or take another example of the one (Prophet Ezra) who passed by a town which has fallen down upon its roofs. He exclaimed: “How can Allah bring this dead township back to life?” Thereupon Allah caused him to die, and after one hundred years brought him back to life. Allah asked: “How long did you remained here?” Ezra replied: “Perhaps a day or part of a day.” Allah said: “Nay! You have remain here for one hundred years: now just have a look at your food and drink; they have not rotten; and then look at your donkey and see that his very bones have decayed. We have done this to make you a Sign for mankind. Look at the bones of your donkey how We bring them together then clothe them with flesh and bring him back to life! When this all was shown clearly to him he said: “Now I know that Allah has power over everything.”
Meaning:-
Rotten: perished, moldy, decomposing
Decayed: decompose, perish,

Yet another example is when Ibrahim said: “My Lord! Show me how you give life to the dead.” He replied: “Have you no faith in this?” Ibrahim humbly submitted: “Yes! But I ask this to reassure my heart.” Allah said: “Take four birds; train them to follow your direction, cut their bodies into pieces and scatter those pieces on hilltops then call them back; Allah will bring them back to life and they will come to you right away. Thus you will

The example of those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah is like a seed [of grain] which grows seven spikes; in each spike is a hundred grains. And Allah multiplies [His reward] for whom He wills. And Allah is all-Encompassing and Knowing.
Meaning:-
Spike: a thin, pointed piece of metal, wood, or another rigid material.

Those who spend their wealth in the way of Allah and then do not follow up what they have spent with reminders [of it] or [other] injury will have their reward with their Lord, and there will be no fear concerning them, nor will they grieve.
Meaning:-
Grieve: upset, distress, pain, hurt, sorrow, mourn

Kind speech and forgiveness are better than charity followed by injury. And Allah is Free of need and Forbearing.
Meaning:-
Forbearing: patient, tolerant, easygoing, lenient, clement, forgiving, understanding.
Injury: offense, abuse; affront, insult, slight, snub, indignity, hurt, damage.

O believers! Do not make your charity worthless by reminders of your generosity or by injury to the recipients feelings, like those who spend their wealth to be seen by people and believe neither in Allah nor in the Last Day. Their parable is like a hard barren rock covered with thin layer of soil; a heavy rain falls, leaving it just a bare stone. Such people will not gain any reward that they thought they had earned. Allah does not guide the unbelievers.
Meaning:-
Parable: a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson
Barren: unproductive, infertile, unfruitful
Bare: naked, unclothed, undressed, uncovered.

The example of those who spend their wealth to seek the pleasure of Allah and to strengthen their souls is like a garden on a high and fertile ground: when heavy rain falls on it, it yields up twice its normal produce; and if no rain falls, a light moisture is sufficient. Whatever you do is in the sight of Allah.
Meaning:-
Fertile: (of soil or land) producing or capable of producing abundant vegetation or crops.

Would anyone of you like that his garden, which is full of palm trees, grape vines, and all kinds of fruits and watered by running streams, be blasted and consumed by a fiery whirlwind at the time when he has become too old and his children are too feeble to earn anything? Thus Allah makes His revelations clear to you so that you may think over them.
Meaning:-
Fiery: burning, blazing, flaming; on fire,
Whirlwind: tornado, hurricane, typhoon, cyclone, vortex, twister, dust devil
Feeble: lacking physical strength, especially as a result of age or illness.

O believers, spend in Allah’s Way the best portion of the wealth you have lawfully earned and that which We have produced for you from the earth, and do not pick out for charity those worthless things that you yourselves would not accept but with closed eyes. Bear in mind that Allah is Self-Sufficient, Praiseworthy.

The Devil (Shaitan) threatens you with poverty and prompts you to commit what is indecent, while Allah promises you His forgiveness and bounties, and Allah has boundless knowledge.
Meaning:-
Prompt: ready in action; quick to act as occasion demands, at once or without delay.
Bounties: a monetary gift or reward

He gives wisdom to whom He wills, and whoever has been given wisdom has certainly been given much good. And none will remember except those of understanding

And whatever ye spend in charity or devotion, be sure Allah knows it all. But the wrong-doers have no helpers.
Meaning:-
Devotion: love, loyalty, or enthusiasm for a person, activity, or cause.

If you disclose your charitable expenditures, they are good; but if you conceal them and give them to the poor, it is better for you, and He will remove from you some of your misdeeds [thereby]. And Allah , with what you do, is [fully] Acquainted.
Meaning:-
Acquaint: make someone aware of or familiar with, make aware of, let know.

O Prophet [O Muhammad], you are not responsible for their guidance, it is Allah Who guides whom He pleases. Whatever wealth you spend in charity, it is to your own advantage; provided you give to seek the pleasure of Allah. Whatever wealth you spend for the sake of Allah, will be paid back to you in full, and you will not be wronged.

Charity is for those needy people who are engaged so much in the cause of Allah that they cannot move about in the land to earn their livelihood: the ignorant think that they are wealthy on account of their modest behavior. You can recognize them by their look because they do not make insistent demands on people. whatever you spend of good, surely Allah knows it

Those who spend their wealth (in Allah’s Cause) by night and day, in secret and in public, they shall have their reward with their Lord. On them shall be no fear, nor shall they grieve.
Meaning:-
Grieve: mourn , great sorrow

Those who consume interest cannot stand [on the Day of Resurrection] except as one stands who is being beaten by Satan into insanity. That is because they say, “Trade is [just] like interest.” But Allah has permitted trade and has forbidden interest. So whoever has received an admonition from his Lord and desists may have what is past, and his affair rests with Allah . But whoever returns to [dealing in interest or usury] – those are the companions of the Fire; they will abide eternally therein.
Meaning:-
Forbidden: not allowed; prohibited:
Admonition: counsel, advice, or caution.
Desists: to cease, as from some action or proceeding; stop.
Usury: rate of interest, practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest.
Abide: tolerate, bear, stand, put up with,
Eternally: forever, permanently,

Allah has laid His curse on usury and blessed charity to prosper. Allah does not love any ungrateful sinner.
Meaning:-
Usury: rate of interest, practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest

Those who believe and do good deeds, establish regular prayers, and give regular charity will have their reward with theirLord. They will have nothing to fear or to regret.

O you who believe! Be afraid of Allah and give up what remains (due to you) from interest (usury) (from now onward), if you are (really) believers.
Meaning:-
Usury: Rate of interest, practice of lending money at unreasonably high rates of interest.

or war shall be declared against you by Allah and His Messenger. If you repent, you may retain your principal, causing no loss to debtor and suffering no loss.

if the debtor is in a difficulty, grant him time till it is easy for him to repay; but if you waive the sum by way of charity it will be better for you, if you understand it.

And fear a Day when you will be returned to Allah . Then every soul will be compensated for what it earned, and they will not be treated unjustly.

O believers! When you deal with each other in lending for a fixed period of time, put it in writing. Let a scribe write it down with justice between the parties. The scribe, who is given the gift of literacy by Allah, should not refuse to write; he is under obligation to write. Let him who incurs the liability (debtor) dictate, fearing Allah his Lord and not diminishing anything from the settlement. If the borrower is mentally unsound or weak or is unable to dictate himself, let the guardian of his interests dictate for him with justice. Let two witnesses from among you bear witness to all such documents, if two men cannot be found, then one man and two women of your choice should bear witness, so that if one of the women forgets anything the other may remind her. The witnesses must not refuse when they are called upon to do so. You must not be averse to writing (your contract) for a future period, whether it is a small matter or big. This action is more just for you in the sight of Allah, because it facilitates the establishment of evidence and is the best way to remove all doubts; but if it is a common commercial transaction concluded on the spot among yourselves, there is no blame on you if you do not put it in writing. You should have witnesses when you make commercial transactions. Let no harm be done to the scribe or witnesses; and if you do so, you shall be guilty of transgression. Fear Allah; it is Allah that teaches you and Allah has knowledge of everything.
Meaning:-
Scribe: a public clerk or writer, usually one having official status.
Averse: opposed to, against,
Transgression: violation of a law, command, etc.; sin.

If ye are on a journey, and cannot find a scribe, a pledge with possession (may serve the purpose). And if one of you deposits a thing on trust with another, Let the trustee (Faithfully) discharge His trust, and let him fear his Lord. Conceal not evidence; for whoever conceals it,- His heart is tainted with sin. and Allah knows what you do.
Meaning:-
Scribe: a public clerk or writer, usually one having official status.
Pledge: promise, undertaking, vow, word of honor, commitment, assurance, oath, guarantee
Conceal: Hide
Taint: contaminate, pollute, adulterate, infect,

To Allah belongs all that is in the heavens and in the earth. Whether you reveal what is in your minds or conceal it, Allah will call you to account for it. He, however, has full authority to pardon or punish anyone He pleases. Allah has complete power over everything.
Meaning:-
Conceal: to hide (something or someone) from sight, to keep (something) secret.

The Messenger (Muhammad) believes in what has been sent down to him from his Lord, and (so do) the believers. Each one believes in Allah, His Angels, His Books, and His Messengers. They say, “We make no distinction between one another of His Messengers” – and they say, “We hear, and we obey. (We seek) Your Forgiveness, our Lord, and to You is the return (of all).”

Allah does not charge a soul except [with that within] its capacity. It will have [the consequence of] what [good] it has gained, and it will bear [the consequence of] what [evil] it has earned. “Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we have forgotten or erred. Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those before us. Our Lord, and burden us not with that which we have no ability to bear. And pardon us; and forgive us; and have mercy upon us. You are our protector, so give us victory over the disbelieving people.”
Meaning:-
Err: make a mistake, be wrong, be in error, be mistaken, blunder, fumble, be incorrect,