Tafsir Surat al-Hujurat_part 3

A Tafsir of Surat al-Hujurat_Part 3 *** The previous verses (1-8) established the rules, manners and injunctions related to the Prophet. These two verses (9-10) establish the principles that direct the bond Muslims should have within their individual and social sphere of existence. Translation vv.9-10: {And if two parties among the believers fall to fighting, … Continue reading →

Tafsir Surat al-Hujurat_part 2

A Tafsir of Surat al-Hujurat_Part 2 *** Translation vv.6-8: {O you who have believed, if a sinful person brings you some news, inquire into it carefully lest you should harm others unwittingly and then regret what you have done / Know well that the Messenger of Allah is among you. If he were to obey … Continue reading →

Tafsir Surat al-Hujurat Part 1

A Tafsir of Surat al-Hujurat_Part 1 *** Quick facts: It has 18 verses. The sura is Medinan. Some scholars state that the mufassal part of the Qur’an begins with this sura. “Hujurat” means: quarter, chambers, apartment, dwelling and the sura name is taken from verse 4. vv.1-5 contain key Shariah rules of conduct, etiquette and … Continue reading →