2:6 Inference: O My Messenger! Despite your repeated efforts, the disbelievers have denied that I am the Lord of this universe, that you are My Messenger, and that there will be a Day of Accountability. They have sunk so deep into their denial that it makes no difference whether you warn them or not. These rejecters will not believe in the true religion. Leave them to face their fate (Al Quran, 9:64–65, 15:95, 17:54, 18:106, 21:41, 25:41, 36:70, 42:48).

Topics: 1.⁠ ⁠Faith 2.⁠ ⁠Deniers 

2:7 Inference: Even after repeatedly showing them the truth and the straight path, they continued to reject My Messenger. Their constant denial and refusal to accept the truth has led to the sealing of their hearts and ears. A veil has been placed over their eyes. Even when they see the truth, they cannot recognize it. I have prepared a severe punishment for such people (Al Quran, 4:155, 7:100-102, 16:108, 17:46, 18:57, 41:4–5, 45:23, 83:14).

Explanation: It is Allah’s law to give every person a fair opportunity. If one fails to benefit from this grace, then – due to their own actions – their heart and mind become sealed after the given time passes.

Topics: 1.⁠ ⁠Faith 2.⁠ ⁠Deniers 3.⁠ ⁠Sealing of hearts 4.⁠ ⁠Deaf, dumb, and blind

_____ Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02 ________________________________________________

Rukūʿ # 1 of Surah Al Baqarah completes here. This Rukūʿ consists of Seven (7) Aayah

Let us make an effort to understand new Words and Terms that appear in this Rukūʿ.

Sahabah / Sahabi: A “Sahabi” is someone who saw the Prophet Muhammad (Peace Be Upon Him) during his lifetime and believed in him. The plural is “Sahabah.” They are also referred to as the “Companions of the Prophet.” If someone even spent a single moment in the company of the Prophet with faith and died as a believer, he is considered a Sahabi. The word Asḥāb is mentioned seventy-seven (77) times in the Quran, Asḥāb al-Jannah (Companions of Paradise) twelve (12) times, and Asḥāb al-Nār (Companions of the Fire) nineteen (19) times. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Quran: The word Quran means “the most recited.” It is the divinely revealed book sent to the final Messenger of Allah. The Quran is the completion of divine guidance sent through earlier scriptures (Al Quran, 5:3). It was revealed over approximately twenty-three (23) years in the form of verses and chapters (Al Quran, 28:51). The arrangement of the verses and chapters was instructed by Allah and conveyed by the Prophet Muhammad (Musnad Ahmad: 8651, Sunan Tirmidhi: 3086). Under his supervision, the Quran was preserved in written form. The Quran contains one hundred and fourteen (114) chapters. The longest is Surah Al-Baqarah and the shortest is Surah Al-Kawthar. According to the Kufic counting, the Quran has six thousand two hundred and thirty-six (6,236 verses), while the Madinan count lists six thousand two hundred and fourteen (6,214) due to the division of some verses into two (2) parts. The word Quran is mentioned seventy (70) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Ilhami Kitab: A book revealed by Allah through divine revelation to His messengers is called a “Ilhami Kitab” (Revealed Book). The Torah, Psalms, Gospel, and Quran are examples. They are also referred to as “Heavenly Books.” Allah revealed these books to His prophets (Al Quran, 2:136, 2:213, 57:25). (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Mut-taqi: One who accepts Allah as their Master and lives life according to His commands, being conscious of His nearness (Al Quran, 50:16), is called a “Muttaqi” (God-conscious). The word Muttaqīn is mentioned forty-three (43) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Iman: To believe in the Oneness of Allah, in the finality of the Prophet Muhammad, in angels, revealed books, messengers, prophets, and the Day of Judgment is called “Iman” (Faith) (Al Quran, 2:177). The word Āmanū (they believed) appears two hundred and fifty-eight (258) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Iman Bil-Ghayb: Belief in unseen things that exist but cannot be seen – based on the Prophet’s message – is called “Iman bil-Ghayb” (Faith in the Unseen). For example: belief in Allah, angels, the Day of Judgment, Paradise, Hell, and the Hereafter. It is belief in realities that human intellect cannot perceive. The word Ghayb (unseen) is mentioned forty-eight (48) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Salah: Worshiping Allah five (5) times a day at prescribed times according to the method taught by the Prophet is called “Salah” (Prayer). Facing the Ka’bah, bowing, prostrating, and sitting are part of Salah. Praising Allah and reciting portions of the Quran are essential during Salah (Sahih Bukhari: 7246). The word As-Salāh is mentioned sixty-seven (67) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Rizq: Rizq (Provision) refers to all blessings given by Allah. It includes all things beneficial to humans. It is not limited to wealth. It includes wealth, children, knowledge, wisdom, skills, strength, health, respect, and food. The word Rizq is mentioned twenty-six (26) times and Razaqnāhum (We provided for them) thirteen (13) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Infaq: Spending for good and virtuous causes is called “Infaq” (Spending in the Way of Allah). It is also referred to as Infaq Fi Sabeelillah– spending in the way of Allah. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Sahifah: Divine instructions or scriptures revealed to various prophets are called Sahifa (Scroll) (plural: Suhuf). Scriptures were revealed to Prophets like Abraham (Ibrahim), Ishmael (Isma’il) , Isaac (Is-haq), Jacob (Ya’qub), Jeremiah (Armiah), Daniel (Daniyal), Jonah (Yunus), Habakkuk, Zachria (Zakariyah), and others. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Ākhirah: The life after being resurrected from death, including receiving reward in Paradise for good deeds and punishment in Hell for evil, is called “Ākhirah”(Hereafter). It includes both physical and spiritual aspects. The word Ākhirah appears one hundred and fifteen (115) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Ilhami Deen: A way of life taught by Allah that guarantees success if followed is called “Ilhami Deen” (Divinely Revealed Religion). Judaism, Christianity, and Islam are examples. Religion teaches us morals, worship, and the distinction between right and wrong. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

‘Aqeedah (Creed / Belief): ‘Aqeedah means to tie or bind; it refers to firm belief in something. Having certainty in any matter is called “‘aqeedah”(Creed/Belief). (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Kafir: One who denies or hides the truth is called a “Kafir”(Disbeliver). Usually, this term refers to those who do not believe in the Prophet Muhammad. The word Kāfir was mentioned in the second revelation – Surah Al-Muddaththir (Al Quran, 74). The word Kāfir in various forms is mentioned one hundred and sixty (160) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Kufr: Denying or hiding the truth is called “Kufr” (Disbelief). The word Kufr in various forms appears two hundred and fifty-one (251) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Adhab: The punishment given in the Hereafter to those who deny Allah, His Messenger, and the Day of Judgment, or commit unpardonable disobedience, is called “Adhab” (Punishment) (Al Quran, 2:10). The word Adhab appears two hundred and sixty-four (264) times in the Quran. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Rukūʿ: A Rukūʿ (Quranic section) is a group of verses in the Quran related to a single theme or paragraph. The division of the Quran into Rukūʿs began in the 5th century Hijri. The purpose was to indicate the start of a subject or section (Muḥāḍarāt Qurāni: 127). Earlier, Quran manuscripts had the word Khams or the letter Kh خ after every five (5) verses, and ‘Ashrah or the letter ‘Ayn ع after every ten (10) verses. (Counting of Quranic Verses p 20, ‘Uloom al-Quran p 325) According to the Madani system, there are a total of five hundred and fifty-eight (558) Rukūʿs in the Quran. These are marked by the symbol ع (ʿAyn) in printed Qurans. This division helps in easier recitation and thematic understanding, especially during Tarāwīḥ prayers and Quranic study. (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)

Tarāwīḥ: ABC (Please see: Awareness (Āgāhi) #: 02)