#Introduction and list of topics for Surahs 61 to 70 of the Quran:
Surah As-Saff (Madani):
Surah Number: 61 Topic: The virtue of Jihad in the way of Allah and condemnation of #hypocrites. Key Points: Praise for those who fight in rows in the way of Allah, and condemnation of those who make false claims.
Surah Al-Jumu’ah (Madani):
Surah Number: 62 Topic: The importance of Friday prayer and the #responsibilities of Muslims. Key Points: Emphasis on hastening to Friday prayer and the instruction to leave other engagements and focus on prayer.
Surah Al-Munafiqun (Madani):
Surah Number: 63 Topic: Identification of hypocrites and condemnation of their character. Key Points: Signs of hypocrites, their false promises, and their #conspiracies.
Surah At-Taghabun (Madani):
Surah Number: 64 Topic: The reality of the Day of Judgment and the success of the believers. Key Points: The horrors of the Day of Judgment, the importance of good deeds, and seeking Allah’s pleasure.
Surah At-Talaq (Madani):
Surah Number: 65 Topic: The rules of divorce and the waiting period. Key Points: The waiting period for a divorced woman, provisions, and residence rules.
Surah At-Tahrim (Madani):
Surah Number: 66 Topic: The dealings of the Prophet #Muhammad (PBUH) with his noble wives. Key Points: Incidents involving the Prophet’s wives and the emphasis on repentance.
Surah Al-Mulk (Makki):
Surah Number: 67 Topic: The power of Allah and the reality of life and death. Key Points: The greatness of Allah’s creation, the purpose of life and death, and preparation for the #Hereafter.
Surah Al-Qalam (Makki):
Surah Number: 68 Topic: The truthfulness of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and condemnation of opponents. Key Points: The moral greatness of the Prophet, the conspiracies of opponents, and their fate.
Surah Al-Haqqah (Makki):
Surah Number: 69 Topic: The horrors of the Day of Judgment and reward and punishment. Key Points: The #horrors of the Day of Judgment, the accounting of good and bad deeds, and their outcomes.
Surah Al-Ma’arij (Makki):
Surah Number: 70 Topic: The reality of the Day of Judgment and the importance of good deeds. Key Points: The horrors of the Day of Judgment, the virtue of good deeds, and the emphasis on #patience.
Detailed Introduction of Surah Al-Qalam:
Introduction: Surah Al-Qalam begins with the letter “Nun” and the oath by the pen. The pen symbolizes knowledge, learning, and divine wisdom. This Surah was revealed in the early days of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) mission when he faced severe opposition from the Quraysh tribe in Mecca.
Topics: The Truthfulness of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH):
Verses 1-4: Allah swears by the pen and the Prophet’s great character. The accusations of the opponents are refuted, and the moral greatness of the Prophet is highlighted.
Condemnation of Opponents:
Verses 5-16: The opponents are condemned, and their false claims and conspiracies are mentioned. Allah informs about their fate.
The Story of the Garden Owners:
Verses 17-33: The story of the garden owners who try to hide their harvest from the poor and as a result, their entire garden is destroyed. This story teaches the importance of humility, generosity, and gratitude for Allah’s blessings.
Patience and Perseverance:
Verses 34-52: The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) is advised to be patient and steadfast, and the fate of the opponents is mentioned. Allah reassures the Prophet that he is on the right path and his opponents will fail.
Guidance for the Present Time: Surah Al-Qalam provides several important lessons for Muslims in the present time:
Moral Character:
Truthfulness and Ethics: The example of the Prophet Muhammad’s (PBUH) truthfulness and great character reminds us to adopt the qualities of truthfulness, humility, and kindness. It teaches us that good character is a major part of faith and people should adhere to goodness, no matter how difficult the circumstances.
The Power of Knowledge:
Oath by the Pen: The pen symbolizes the power of knowledge and its responsibility. In Islam, the use of knowledge is not just for personal benefit but to understand and act upon Allah’s will. This Surah emphasizes the importance of acquiring knowledge, preserving it, and conveying it to others for the benefit of all.
Social Justice:
The Story of the Garden Owners: The story of the garden owners teaches us the importance of humility, generosity, and gratitude for Allah’s blessings. It warns us not to rely on ourselves and forget our responsibilities, especially the right to cooperate with those in need.
Patience and Perseverance:
Encouragement in Difficulties: The advice to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) to be patient and steadfast teaches us to exhibit patience and perseverance in difficult times. Trusting in Allah and following His commands leads us to success.
Surah Al-Qalam emphasizes the importance of moral character, acquiring knowledge, and patience and perseverance in difficult times. It teaches that true success is achieved by adhering to truth, adopting #humility, and having faith in Allah, not by worldly power or status.