Q: Muslims and Jews lived together in AlMadina. There were hypocrites among them. How does Allah deal with the hypocrites?

A: And among who surrounds you (Muslims in AlMadinah at the Prophet's time) from the Bedouin Arabs, hypocrites and from among the people of AlMadinah who are used to hypocrisy - you (Prophet Muhammad) do not know them We (Allah) know them - We (Allah) will punish them twice (in Life and in the grave) then they will return (to Allah) for a severe punishment (on Day of Judgement).
Translation of: Ayah 101, Surat AlTawbah. (9:101)

Note: In a summary of a well known saying of the Prophet Muhammad: The following are the indicative signs of a hypocrite: 1. When he talks he lies and 2. when he makes a deal he betrays and 3. when he is given a trust (deposit) he makes a breach in the trust and 4. when he quarrels he goes beyond restraint. Anyone has a trait of the mentioned he has a trait of hypocrisy.
Words: Hawl = Around, A'rab = Bedouin Arabs, Munafiq = Hypocrite, Marada = Used to - Trained, Nifaq = Hypocrisy, Na'lam = We know, Nuadhib = We punish, Yurad = return.

Q: What did Allah warn the hypocrites of AlMadina about?
Note: The hypocrites then planned with the enemies to attack the Muslims in AlMadinah.
A: Indeed if the hypocrites and those in whose hearts is sickness (tendency for hypocrisy) and those who stir up (through lies)* in AlMadina We (Allah) will provoke you (Prophet Muhammad) against them then they will not become your neighbours except for some time (send them out of AlMadina): They are damned (away from Allah's Mercy) - wherever they are found they should be attacked and killed completely: (This is the same) The Way of Allah in those who passed away and you will not find a change in the Way of Allah.
Translation of: Ayat 60 - 62, Surat AlAhzab.
* Reference is to the hypocrites. It was also referred to the Jews from around AlMadinah. Source: Ex-Mufti of Egypt's "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an", page 538.
Words: La'in = Indeed if not, Quloub = Hearts, Maradh = Sickness, Murjif = Those who stir up, Nughri = We will provoke, Yujawir = Becomes neighbour, Qaleel = Some time, Maloun = Damned, S(th)uqifa = Found, Qutila = Killed, Sunnah = Way, Tabdeel = Change.

Q: Why is hijacking or blocking the way to rob considered a grave sin according to Allah?
A: And Lut (Prophet) when he said to his people: For you are certainly committing adultery that no one from mankind before you had preceded: For you are certainly having sex with men and you block the way to rob and you do in your club the shocking act so the answer of his people was not except: Bring us about the punishment of Allah if you were telling the truth. He said: My God! Support me against the corrupting people.
Translation of: Ayat 28 - 30, Surat AlAnkaboot.
Words: Ta'ti AlFahisha = Commit the adultry - Commit the obscene deed - immorality, Sabaqa = Preceded, Taqta' AlSabeel = Block the way - Be a highway robber, Nadi = Club, Jawab = Answer, Sadiq = Truthful, Unsur = Support, Mufsid = Corrupting,

Q: What is the punishment in life that Allah commands for those who fight against Allah and His Prophet (Muslims) and spread corruption in the land?
Note: According to Hassanain Mohammad Makhlouf, Egypt's ex-Mufti (a top scholar of Islam): The punishment mentioned for the criminals is in stages depending on the crime committed: Killing only, killing and robbing, robbing only or obstructing the way only. The Punishment ranges in severity depending on the severity of the crime committed.
A: Indeed the punishment for those who wage war against Allah and His prophet and cause harm on earth is to be killed or be crucified or their alternate hand and foot be amputated or to be exiled from the land - that will be for them disgrace in this Life and for them in the Other Life a severe punishment; Except those who had repented (stopped) before you overpowered them so do know that Allah is Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayat 33 - 34, Surat AlMa'idah.
Words: Jaza' = Punishment - Repayment, Yuharib = Wages war, Yasa fi AlAlradh Fasadan = Causes harm on earth - Causes universal harm (or damage), Yuqtal = Be killed, Yuslab = Crucified, Min Khilaf = Alternate, Aydy = Hands, Arjul = Legs, Yunfa = Exiled - Sent away, Khizye = Disgrace, Taba = Repented, Taqdir = Overpower.

Q: Can Muslims make a Sharia legislation of what is wisely not stated clearly in the Qur'an or the Sunnah?
Note: Remember that Allah knows The Best about human nature so the Qur'an and the way of the Prophet Muhammad deal with human issues accordingly.

A: O people who believed do not ask about matters if they are made clear (legislation) to you they will cause you trouble, and if you ask about them when the Qur'an is being revealed they will be made clear (legislation) to you when Allah had relieved (eliminated) them and Allah is Forgiving, Tolerant. For some people (of the Book) had asked about them before you then they became disbelievers in them.
Translation of: Ayat 101 - 102, Surat AlMa'idah. (5:101-102)
Note: According to Hassanain Mohammad Makhlouf (ex-Mufti): Example of such questions: Someone asked the Prophet: Is AlHajj a must every year?
Note: Reference the nowadays Afghan Shia (Shiite) Sharia legislation regulating the sex demand of husbands, the clear reference is a saying by the Prophet Muhammad which is translated as: It is reported that Abu Hurairah may Allah be pleased with him said: The Prophet said: When a wife (as a transgressor) spends the night(s) deserting her husband's bed, the angels (near her) curse her until she goes back. The source (in Arabic): AlLou'lou' WalMarjan Feema Etafaqa Alayhi AlShaikhan AlBokhari wa Muslim, page. 279.
Please note that in Islam a capable man is encouraged to marry in order to avoid the illegal fulfillment of his sexual desires.
Words: Tasalou = Ask, Ashya' = Matters, Tubda = Made clear - Disclosed, Tasou' = Brings trouble, Afaa = Relieved - Eliminated, Qawm = Some people.

Q: The Prophet Muhammad said: "Modesty all of it is good (= AlHaya' kuluhu khair)". What goodness came for the Prophet Moses from modesty?
Note: The Prophet Moses had to flee from Egypt because he accidentally killed an Egyptian and feared the punishment of Pharaoh.

A: And when he (Moses) reached the water of Midian (= Madyan)* he found there a group of men watering (their flocks) and besides them two women keeping back (their flocks) - he said what is the matter with you (both) they said we do not water (our flocks) until the shepherds go out (from here) and our father is an old man; So he watered (their flocks) for them then he withdrew to the shade and said my God indeed I am (still) in dire need of whatever good You have sent down to me; So one of them reached him walking with much modesty** - she said for my father is calling you to repay you for what you watered (our flocks) for us so when he reached him and told him the narrative he said do not fear - you are saved from the transgressing people.
Translation of: Ayat 23 - 25, Surat AlQasas.
* In the Peninsuala of Sinai. Mentioned in the Qur'an as the city of the Prophet Shuaib (Prophet Shuaib is a descendant of Arab ancestors).
** According to Shaikh AbdulMohsin AlAlhmad in a cassette about modesty entitled "She is the killer (of unwanted infants born outside wedlock)" mentioned that Allah said she was (walking with much modesty = tamshi ala estehya') and not (walking modestly (tamshi bihayah'). As if she were riding on a camel, well covered in a compartment on it. Her reward from Allah was that Allah chose for her as a husband whom Allah loved (the Prophet Moses).
Words: Warada = Reached, Ma' = Water, Ummah = Group, Yasqoun = Watering, Min Dounihim = Besides them, Emr'atayn = Two women, Tathoudan = Keeping back (two), Khatbukuma = the matter with you, Yusdir = Go out - Finish, Ria' = Shepherds, Shaikh Kabeer = An old man, Tawwalla = Withdrew, Thill = Shade, Anzalta = Have sent down - Gave, Faqeer = In dire need, Ihdahuma = One of them, Tamshi = Walking, Ala Estehya' = with much Modesy, Yadouka = Is calling you, Yajziyaka = To repay you, AlQasas = The narrative - The story, Najawta = You are saved.

Q: Why should women's Islamic garments be loose and long to their feet?
A: And those who harm the men and women of faith, undeservedly, they will bear a false accusation and a clear sin - O Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) say to your wives, daughters and the women of the believers to make low (to the feet) their loose garments (= Jalabeeb)** that is closer to be granted recognistion (of modesty) so not to be harmed and Allah is Most-Forgiving and Most-Merciful*.
Translation of: Ayah 59, Surat AlAhzab.
* Forgiving and Merciful to those faithful women before descending of this Islamic rule.
** That show modesty and do not reveal the details of the body. Remember modesty also invloves not being insolent, loud or sharp tongued for example.
Words: Qul = Say, Azwaj = Wives, Banat = Daughters, Nisa' = Women, Yudneena = Make low - Lower, Adna = closer to, Yu'rafna = To be granted recognition, La = Not, Yu'theena = Be harmed - Be molested.

Q: Why should we all care about the property of the orphans?
Note: Remember an orphan in Islam is who lost his father and did not reach adulthood.
A: For those who consume the property of orphans unjustly indeed they are eating up in their bellies fire (in this Life) and they will burn in Blazing Fire (Hell).
Translation of: Ayah 10, Surat AlNisa'.
Words: Ya'koloun = Consume - Eat up, Amwal = Property - Wealth, Dhulman = Unjustly - Without due right, Botounihim = Their bellies, SaYaslawna = They will burn, Sa'eera = Blazing Fire.

Q: At what minimum age can orphans be entitled to their wealth?
A: And do not gain access to the orphan's property except for what is better (for him) until he reaches the peak of his strength (adulthood) and give adequate measure and weight equitably (with justice in scales) - We (Allah) do not burden a soul other than its capability and if you speak then speak justly even if he is a relative and do fulfill the Covenant* of Allah - this is what He commands you to do so that you may be reminded (of Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 152, Surat AlAn'am.
* Covenant of Allah.
Words: La Taqrabou = Do not gain access - Do not approach, Billati hiya ahsen = For what is better, Yablugh Ashudah = reaches the peak of his strength - attains full maturity, Awfou AlKayl WelMeezan BilQist = Give adequate measure and weight equitably - with justice (in scales), La Nukallif Nafsan = We do not burden a soul, Illa Wus'aha = Other than its capability, Tha Qurba = Relative, A'hd = Covenant, Wassakum = He commands you - He directs you, La'allkum Tathakaroun = You may be reminded.

Q: Can a legal guardian (= kaafil) of an orphan mix his own wealth with the orphan's wealth?
A: (You may contemplate)* in this Life and the Other Life - and they ask you (Prophet Muhammad) concerning orphans (their wealth)** say what is good (with their wealth) for them is better and if you mix (your wealth) with them then they are your brothers and Allah knows the corrupter from the one doing good and if Allah willed He would have commanded you into hardship for Allah is AlMighty, All-Wise.
Translation of: Ayah 220, Surat AlBaqarah.
* From line 10 in Surat AlNisa' that precedes the line translated here.
** When the Qur'anic Line 10 in Surat AlNisa' was revealed Muslims started to separate the food of the orphans from their own. It became hard on them. So this line was revealed to clarify the matters. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 1, page 369.
Words: Islaah = What is good, Khair = Better, Tukhalitouhum = You mix with them, Ikhwanukum = Your brothers, AlMufsid = The corrupter, AlMuslih = The one doing good, LaA'natakum = He would have commanded you into hardship.

Q: How should the orphan's legal guardian (= kaafil) handle the orphan's wealth?

A: And put the orphans to the test* until they reach the marriageable age (adulthood = AlNikah) so if you sensed from them sound judgement then hand over their property to them - and do not consume it wastefully and hastily (lest) they grow up - and who is well off then let him abstain and who is poor then let him consume in fairness and when you hand over their property to them then call witnesses in and Sufficient is Allah for taking full accounts.
Translation of: Ayah 6, Surat AlNisa'.
* To see their readiness to take control of their wealth.

Note: In a summary of two sayings of the Prophet Muhammad: I and the legal guardian (his relative or any foreign person) in Paradise will be like this and the Prophet parted between his index finger and middle finger.Source: Riyadh AlSaliheen Min Kalam Sayed AlMursaleen, in Arabic, page 103.
Words: Ebtalou = Put to the test, Alyatama = The orphans, AlNikaah = The marriageable age, Rushdan = Sound judgement, Edfa'ou = Hand over, Israfan = Wastefully, Bidaran = Hastily, Yakbarou = They grow up, Ghaniyan = Well off, Felyasta'fif = Then let him abstain, Faqeeran = Poor, BilMa'rouf = In fairness, Eshhadou = Call in witnesses.

Q: Why Muslims are not allowed to defend those who make deals-under-the-table that betray the rest of Muslims?
A: And (command to Prophet Muhammad) do not argue for those who betray their own selves for Allah does not like who is unreliable, sinful; They try to hide from people and they cannot hide from Allah and He is with them when they plot by night what He (Allah) does not like of words and Allah of what they do is Fully Aware.
Translation of: Ayat 107 - 108, Surat AlNisa'.
Words: Tujadil = Argue, Yakhtanouna = They betray, Anfusahum = Their own selves, Khawwanna = Unreliable, Astheema = Sinful, Yastakhfouna = They hide, Yubayetouna = Plot by night, Ma La Yardha = What he does not please, Min AlQawl = From words, Muheeta = Fully Aware.

Q: What is the argument against those who defend persons with deals-under-the-table?

Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Ayat 107-108 in Surat AlNisa'.
A: Here you are, those ones you argued for them in this Life so who will argue for them with Allah on the Day of Judgement or who is going to be their protector (from Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 109, Surat AlNisa'. (4:109)
Words: Haoula' Those ones - These ones, Jadaltum = You argued, Wakeela = Protector.

Q: Do Muslims make justice to the word ("martyr = shaheed) when they call everyone who is killed unjustly a "martyr'?
A: And if you (plural) are killed in the Path (Cause) of Allah or you die then Forgiveness from Allah and Mercy is better than what (wealth) they accumulate.
Translation of: Ayah 157, Surat AlImran. (3:157)
Note: The Prophet Muhammad clearly defined who is a martyr in Islam.
Note: Better for Muslims nowadays to leave the decision if a person is a martyr or not to Allah. For all deeds in Islam are based on intention and Allah Alone knows the real intention of the person at the time of the death or killing.
Words: Qutiltum = Are killed, Mutum = You die (plural), LaMaghfirah = Then Forgiveness, Rahmah = Mercy, Yajma'oun = They accumulate - The pile up - They amass.

Q: During the Arab protests nowadays, when a Muslim party calls for peace should not the opponents listen and stop the fight?

A: O people who have Faith enter into peace (= AlSilm*) all of you and do not follow the steps of Satan for he is to you (all) a well-developed (clear) enemy.
Translation of: Ayah 208, Surat AlBaqarah. (2:208)
* AlSilm and AlSalm means peace. The Religion of Islam is based on peace - peace based on justice and submission to the Commands of Allah.
Note: Reference is to the promise of Gadhafi's son of historic reforms in Libya if protests stop.
Note: How can protests and government's violent action stop nowadays?
Words: Udkholou = Enter, AlSilm = Peace - Religion of Islam, Kaffah = All of you, Tatabe'ou = Do not follow, Khutowat = Steps, Adou = Enemy.

Q: Why should Muslims keep their word of honour (promise) that they make in any pledge among themselves?

A: O people who believed do not betray Allah and the Prophet and (do not) betray the trust among you while you know it; And let it be known to you that indeed your wealth and your children are an ordeal test* (for you in Life) and Allah has a Great Reward.
Translation of: Ayat 27 - 28, Surat AlAnfal. (8:27-28)
* Wealth and strong children are people's power. Allah tests people through this power.
Words: La Takhounu = Do not betray, Amanatikum = The trust among you, Awaldukm = Your children, Fitnah = Ordeal Test - A situation where a person's Faith is tested, Ajr = Reward, Adheem = Great.

Q: Do the young protesters nowadays against some governments realize that on the Day of Judgement their disputes (and demands) will be repeated in front of Allah and their real intentions will be disclosed?
Note: One aspect of the Qur'an being a miracle that it is for all people and all times.

A: (Allah says to Prophet Muhammad) Indeed you (Prophet Muhammad) are going to DIE (= MAYYET) and they (disputing persons) are going to die - and on the Day of Judgement in front your God you (disputing persons) are going to quarrel (dispute).
Translation of: Ayat 30 - 31, Surat AlZumar. (39:30-31)
Note: Reference Sheikh Yusuf Badat said on Thursday "EXCELLENCE OF RECITING SALAWAT" on Prophet Muhammad, session on last Thursday of March 2017 after Maghrib Prayer, at Nugget Masjid. In a summary of a saying of Prophet Muhammad: Allah had appointed a special angel in the grave of Prophet Muhammad. The angel has special capability from Allah to be able to hear all humans. Anyone conveys Peace and Prayer to Prophet Muhammad, the angel mentions his name and his parent's name to Prophet Muhammad's soul. Prophet Muhammad's soul becomes aware of what Salam and Prayer was conveyed and Prophet Muhammad's soul replies. (The following is my opinion not Sheikh Badat: This answers what some Muslims quarrel among themsleves: Is Prophet Muhammad alive or dead.
Note: People were referring their disputes to Prophet Muhammad when the Prophet was alive.
Note: When this Verse (Line) of the Qur'an came down, AlZubair Bin AlAwwam (a cousin and a companion of the Prophet Muhammad) may Allah be pleased with him asked Prophet Muhammad: O Prophet of Allah will enmity be repeated (on the Day of Judgement) for us? The Prophet Muhammad said: Yes. For sure it will be repeated for you (people) with their specific sins until every one with a right has his right (from his opponent). AlZubair said: The matter is then grave. (A Yukarrar Alayna Ma Kana Baynana Fi AlDunya? Qala AlRasoul Salla Allah Alayhi WaSallam: Na'am. LeYukkrrarnna Alaykum Hatta Yuadda Ila Kuli Thi Haqqin Haqqahu. Qala AlZubair: WaAllah, Inna AlAmr LaShadeed. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 4, pages 104 - 105.
Note: Remember in Islam you are encouraged to do any lawful work to earn your living. And work that brings money is a sustenance (= rizq) from Allah. And a person gains sustenance only if Allah has written it for him. So it is not an acquired right. And Allah knows Best.
Words: Innaka Mayyet = You are going to die, Innahum Mayyetoun = They are going to die, Inda Allah = In front of Allah, Takhtasimoun = You are going to quarrel - You are going to dispute.

Q: Why should the quarreling Muslim parties make efforts and concessions to settle their disagreements and unite as one Muslim group?
A: O People who believed answer Allah and the Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) when he calls you to what makes you alive (Yuhyeekum)* and let it be known to you that Allah interferes between man and his heart** and indeed to Him you are going to be gathered (on Day of Judgement).
Translation of: Ayah 24, Surat AlAnfal. (8:24)
* What will nourish your soul and make it alive. A human being is composed of three parts: Body nourished by food. Brain: Nourished by knowledge and Soul: Nourished by remembering Allah and recalling the Qur'an to mind. (Source: Reminded in a Friday speech by a sheikh may Allah reward him).
* What provides you with what is good for you in life. Man does not know what is good for him so "he proposes but Allah disposes" (source: Tafseer AlQur'an AlKareem by Abdullah Yusus Ali, page 475). The first Battle in Islam "Badr" resulted in two hatred disputes although the outcome was good because Muslims listened to Allah and His Messenger: 1. Muslims from Quraish hated to fight the disbelievers of Quraish. 2. The youth hated to share the spoils gathered after the war with the elderly because the youth started the attack while the elderly were behind them defending them. Source: Egypt's ex-Mufti "Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf's Tafseer (Explanation) AlQuran AlKareem, page 234.
** If your heart hates to do what Allah commands, your love for Allah and His Prophet can interfere between you and your heart.
One Command of Allah is to unite under the Umbrella of Islam. (refer to Surat AlImran)
Words: Estajeebou = Answer - Respond - Listen to, Da'akum = He calls you, Yuhyeekum = Makes you (plural) alive, E'lamou = Let it be known, Yahoulu = Interferes - Separates - Comes between, Qalbihi = His heart, Tuhsharoun = Will be gathered.

Q: What good work commanded by Allah, Muslims should race to do nowadays between the protestors and their governments?
A: And do not make Allah a subject of your oaths (oath by Allah) against doing good and fearing Allah and reconciling between people* and Allah is All-Listening, All-Knowing.
Translation of: Ayah 224, Surat AlBaqarah.
Note: In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: Who made an oath (to do something) then he saw a better than it (what Allah commands) then breaking it (first oath) is its remission (getting rid of a sin = Kaffarah). Or to make amends for his sin (first oath) = Yukkafir) as narrated in other sayings of the Prophet Muhammad. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 1, page 382.
Words: Urdhah LiAymanikum = A subject of your oaths, An Tabarrou = To do good, Tattaqou = Fear Allah - Protect yourselves by fearing Allah, Tuslihou Reconcile - Make peace, Bayna AlNas = Between people - Among people.

Q: If a civil war among Muslims erupts in a Muslim country nowadays under WHAT LAW the war will be fought?
A: And (command to Prophet Muhammad) judge among them with what Allah has sent down and do not follow their desires - And beware of them lest they lure you away from some of what Allah has sent down to you - So if they turned away then have knowledge that indeed Allah wants to punish them for some of their sins and a lot of people have indeed strayed away (from Allah's Path); Do they want the judgement of the DAYS of IGNORANCE (Pre-Islam = AlJahiliyah) and who is better than Allah in judgement for the people who are convinced of their Faith.
Translation of: Ayat 49 - 50, Surat AlMa'idah.
Note: In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad, narrated by the Ibn Abbas, the respected cousin, scholar and companion of the Prophet Muhammad: The most hatred person to Allah is a person in Islam seeking the way of PRE-ISLAMIC IGNORANCE, going after a person without any due right to expel his blood = Abghadh AlNas ila Allah Azza waJal Mubtaghe fi AlIslam Sunat AlJahiliyah wa talib dam emre' bighayri haq liyureeq damahu. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 2, page 100.
Note: Remember that the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad warned against any two Muslims fighting.
Islam's Word "there is no god but Allah" prevents Muslims from killing who uttered it.
Note: Race nowadays to receive Allah's Mercy by reconciling between the protesters and their governments.
Words: Yaftin = Lure you away, Thonoub = Sins, AlJa'hiliya = The Days of Ignorance, Yabghi = Wants, Ahsen = Better, Yuqinoun = Are convinced of Faith.

Q: What type of democracy does Islam have?
A: Then with an act of Mercy from Allah you (Prophet Muhammad) became gentle with them and if you were harsh (obstinate), hard-hearted (merciless) they would have dispersed from around you so do forgive them and pray (Allah) for forgiveness for them and consult them and when you have reached a decision then put your trust in Allah indeed Allah loves those who put their trust (in Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 159, Surat AlImran. (3:159)
Note: In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: Certainly Allah and His Prophet (Muhammad) can do without it (consultation) but Allah made it as a mercy for my nation so whoever consults then he will not be without Right Guidance and whoever leaves it (dictator) he will not be without Misguidance. So the guided Caliphs after the Prophet Muhammad followed this way (= Sunnah) of the Prophet Muhammad. They were consulting only the righteous and honest ones among the people of knowledge and religion - those who have insight in matters, are truthful and have courage to stand for the truth, can give sound advice and consult to reach the best decision after considering opinions among them. Source: AlUstath AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, ex-Mufti of Egypt in Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an: Tafseer (explanation of) AlQuran AlKareem, page 100.
Note: Democracy exists in Islam with consultation and not rebellion as its backbone.
Democracy in Islam is based on "AlShoura" - consultation among some chosen honest and well-informed persons.
Human-made democracy is based on general elections where even the dishonest and the unaware can cast their votes to choose representatives for the whole community.
Words: FaBima Rahmah = With an act of Mercy, Linta lahum = You became gentle - You became kind - You yielded to them, Fadhan = Harsh - Obstinate, Ghaleedh AlQalb = Hard-hearted, Merciless, Lanfadhou = They would have dispersed, Fa'fu = Forgive, Esthaghfir = pray for forgiveness, Shawirhum = Consult them, Fatawakkal = Then put your trust - Depend, Yuhib = Loves.

Q: Do you trust whoever freezes your money accounts because they do not like you?
A: And among the People of the Book* who if you entrust him with a vault (of money) he will give it back to you and among them if you entrust him (even) with a dinar (little money) he will not give it back to you unless you constantly keep asking for it - that is because they said there is no harm on us if we do it with the illiterate (Arabs at the Prophet's time) and they say upon Allah lies** while they know it. Rather whoever fulfils his contract and protected himself by fearing (Allah) for indeed Allah loves those who protect themselves by fearing (Allah).
Translation of: Ayat 75 - 76, Surat AlImran.
* Jews and Christians. In Islam freezing one's money account(s) is not allowed for it breaches trust among people.
** When this line of the Qur'an came down, in a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: The Prophet Muhammad said: The enemies of Allah told lies. Nothing was in the time of the Pre-Islamic Ignorance (= AlJahiliyah) but it is (in Islam) under my (the Prophet's) two feet (is extinct) except the deposit for safekeeping . (= AlAmannah) for it must be given back to the righteous and the corrupt. = Kathaba A'da' Allah. Ma min shay's kana fi AlJahiliyyah illa wa howa tahta qadammaya hatayn illa AlAmanah fa innaha mu'adah ila Albir wel fajir. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 1. page 525 (The complete authenticated line of the narrators of this saying of the Prophet Muhammad is cut (= munqate').
Words: Ta'manhu = You entrust him, Qintar = Vault - Quintal - 220 pounds, Yu'adihi = He gives it back, Dinar = Arab currency, Dumta Alayhi Qaa'iman = You constantly keep asking for it, AlUmmiyeen = The illeterate (Arabs at the time of Prophet Muhammad), Laysa Alayna Sabeel = No harm for us - No way against us, AlKathib = Lies, Awfa = Fulfilled, BiAhdihi = His contract - His word, Ettaqa = Protected himslef by fearing (Allah), Yuhib = Loves.

Q: Why is it a must for Muslims to listen to the Qur'an and AlSunnah and stop their demands that aim at twisting justice to be in their favour?
A: And they say we have Faith in Allah and His Prophet and we have obeyed then a group of them turns away after that and those certainly are not believers; And when they are called to Allah (Qur'an) and His Prophet to judge among them suddenly a group of them are objecting (= Mu'ridhoun); And if judgement is going to be in their favour they come to it listening in obedience; Is there a sickness (hypocrisy) in their hearts or do they fear that Allah and His Prophet are going to do injustice to them - rather those are the transgressors*.
Translation of: Ayat 47 - 50, Surat AlNoor.
* Who want to do injustice to those who have the right. Source: AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, ex-Mufti of Egypt in "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an: Tafseer (explanation of) AlQuran AlKareem, page 456.
Note: Remember Line 108 in Surat AlBaqarah in the Qur'an is translated: O people who have believed enter into peace (no war) all of you and do not follow the steps of Satan for he is to you a well developed enemy.
Note: As mentioned in "Tafseer Ibn Kastheer" volume 3, page 440:
1. Ubaidah Bin AlSamit, a famous companion of the Prophet Muhammad and a leader of "the Ansar" told his nephew: Shall I tell you what is your right and what is your responsibility? He said: Yes. He said: You have to listen and obey (your leaders) in your bad times (= usar) and in your good times (= yusr), in what you like and what you hate. And you must make your tongue stand for justice. And do not fight the commands of your leaders except if they order you to disobey Allah in public. So if you are ordered anything against the Qur'an then follow the Qur'an.
2. The authenticated sayings of the Prophet Muhammad and his faithful successors in the necessity of obedience to Allah's Book and the Way of the Prophet and his guided Caliphs and the leaders are many.

3. It is narrated that Umar Bin AlKahttab, the second Caliph in Islam whom the Prophet Muhammad described as "the most conservative (strict) in the Religion of Allah (= Ashaduhum fi Deen Allah), said: The basis of Islam is the testimony "there is no god except Allah" and performing the prayer and giving the alms and obedience to whoever Allah allowed him to govern Muslims.
Words: Atta'na = We have obeyed, Yatawalla = Turns away, Fareeq = A group, Du'ou = They are called, Mu'ridhoun = Objecting - Resisting, AlHaqq = Judgement in their favour, Muth'eneen = Listening in obedience, Maradh = Sickness, Yakhafoun = They fear, Yaheef = Does injustice, AlDhalimoun = The transgressors - The unjust.

Q: Why only Muslim judges who have mastered understanding the Qur'an and fear Allah should judge between two Muslim fighting groups?

A: For We (Allah) sent down to you (Prophet Muhammad) the Book (The Qur'an) so as to judge among people with justice according to what Allah has shown you (in the Qur'an) and do not be for the traitors* an advocate; And do ask Allah for forgiveness** for Allah is Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 105 - 106, Surat AlNisa'.
* Who betray the trust of the Muslim community and deceive to fulfill their own interests.
Note: This specific line of the Qur'an came down when a Muslim (a hypocrite) called Tu'mah Bin Ubairaq stole a (battle) shield and blamed it on a Jewish person. Then Tu'mah's folk went to the Prophet Muhammad and wrongfully witnessed that the Jewish person is the thief and they asked the Prophet Muhammad to defend Tu'mah. So the Prophet agreed but then the Qur'anic line came down. So the Prophet became ready to punish Tu'mah (the traitor). He fled away and returned to disbelieving. Then he.died when a wall fell on him while he was making a hole in it trying to steal from the people of the house. Source: AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, ex-Mufti of Egypt in "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an:in Arabic, page 129.
** In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: I am a human being who judges among people with my own opinion in matters that are not revealed to me. Also the Prophet said to the two persons who came to him to judge in inherited wealth between them which had no evidence: You are asking me to judge between you and I am only a human being. And maybe someone of you is skillful in composing (unjustly) his speech (= Lahn AlQawl) and I judge according to what I hear. So if I rule for him something which is the right of his brother so let him not take it because I will be then ruling a portion of HellFire for him - on the Day of Judgement he will come with it as a metal rod that stirs fire (= istam) in his neck. So the two men cried and each one said what is my right I am giving it to my brother. The Prophet said: Since you said it so go both of you and divide it among you according to what you feel is the truth then make Allah a witness that you have forgiven the other person (= liyuHallil kulun minkum Sahibahu). Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume: 1, pages 774 - 775.
Words: Anzalna = We sent down, BilHaq = With justice - With truth, LiTahkum = So as to judge, Araka = He has shown you, LilKha'ineen = To the traitors - To the disloyal people, Khaseema = Advocate - Opponent to the other party.

Q: If Muslim rebels do not want to listen to what Allah and the Prophet Muhammad said about fighting their Muslim leaders and Muslim brothers, if given the chance to govern and become the country leaders what do you expect of them when they are in charge?
Note: The translation in this posting is in accordance with the famous translation of Abudullah Yusuf Ali's page 1566, and the ex-Mufti of Egypt "Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf's, page 647. (see the Site's Reference Page)
A: So it is probably right with you (who do not obey what the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad said about fighting) that if you become in charge (= tawallaytum) you are going to do corruption in the land and cut the ties with your kinship; Those are whom Allah cursed* so He made them deaf and made their insights blind**; So will they not contemplate on (= Yatdabbaroun) the Qur'an or do some hearts have their locks (still closed on them).
Translation of: Ayah 22 - 24, Surat Muhammad (known also as Surat AlQital).
* Put away from Allah's Mercy.
** They can not listen and understand what Allah and the Prophet Muhammad said. (Read the many postings that are above this one to get a glimpse of what the Qur'an and the Prophet Muhammad said about fighting Muslim leaders and Muslim brothers.
Note: Muslims have to accept the judgement of the Qur'an and AlSunnah even in matters they do not like. Some Muslims at the time of the Prophet Muhamamd did not like the command of fighting in the Cause of Allah "AlJihad" against their disbelieving kinship as is refereed to in the two lines 20 - 21 in Surat "Muhammad" that precede the lines translated in this posting.
Words: Asaytum = It is probably right with you, Tawalaytum = You became in charge - You were given to govern, Tufsidou = You do corruption, Tuqattiou Arhamukhum = You cut (you severe) your kinship ties, La'anahum = Cursed them, Asammahum = Made them deaf, A'ma = Made blind, Absarahum = Their insights - Their Understanding, Yatadabbaroun = They contemplate - They reflect on - They study, Quloub = Hearts, Aqfaluha = Their locks.

Q: Why the emphasis nowadays should be on reconciling between the two fighting groups of Muslims and not on who is right or wrong between them?
A: Say our God the Originator of the Heavens and the earth, the All-Knowing (of the World) of the Unseen and the Witness (Day of Judgement) - You are going to judge among Your servants in what they were differing in.
Translation of: Ayah 46, Surat AlZumar.
Words: Allahumma = Our God, Fatir = The Originator, Aalim = The All-Knowing, AlGhayb wel Shahadah = The Unseen and the Witness, Anta Tahkum = You are going to judge, Ibadika = Your servants, Yakhtalifoun = Differing in.

Q: Why is Giving money freely and Guaranteed General Amnesty (Forgiveness) and not revenge from the governing leaders needed to bring peace to all people in a fighting country?
Note: In Toronto Star of March 7, 2011 on the front page article "Gadhafi strikes back": "--- if the revolution fails we will die anyway, Gadhafi will hunt us down."
A: And let those men among you who are endued with authority to do kindness and are of ample wealth not refrain by uttering an oath from giving relatives and the needy and those who emigrate* in the Cause of Allah and let them forgive (by obliterating it) and pardon for do you not love that Allah grants you Forgiveness and Allah is Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 22, Surat AlNoor.
* They emigrate fleeing with their Religion of Islam mainly for fear of reprisal (retaliation) from their enemies.
Words: Ya'tal = Refrain by means of uttering an oath, Ulou AlFadhl WalSa'ah = Men who are endued with authority to do kindness and are of ample wealth, Uli AlQurba = Relatives, AlMasakeen = The needy, AlMuhajireen = Those who emigrate, LiYa'fou = Let them forgive, WelYasfahou = Let them pardon, Tuhiboun = Love, Yaghfir = Grants Forgiveness.

Q: Why do the majority of Muslims follow the way of the Prophet Muhammad?

A: And do know that among you (Arabs around the Prophet) is Allah's Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) - if he obeys you in a lot of matters you would have fell in hardship (the Prophet was endowed with wisdom) but Allah made you love Faith (= Iman) and made it look good in your hearts and He (Allah) made you hate disbelief (= Kufr) and sinfully straying away (from Allah's Path) and disobedience* - such people are the well guided (to Allah's Path = AlRashidoun); As a favour from Allah and a blessing (= Ni'mah) and Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.
Translation of: Ayat 7 - 8, Surat AlHujurat. (49:7-8)
* In a well known authenticated saying of the Prophet Muhammad: There is no obedience to a created person in disobeying Allah (= La taa'ah liMakhlouq fi Ma'siyat Allah).
Words: E'lamou = Do know (plural), Yutee' = Obeys - Listens to, Amr = Matter, Anitum = Fell in hardship - Suffered, Habbaba = Made you love, Iman = Faith, Zayyanahu = He made it look good, Quloub = Hearts, Karraha = Made you hate, Kufr = Disbelief - Atheism, Fusouq = Immorality - Shamelessness, Esyan = Disobedience, AlRashidoun = The well guided - The rightly guided, Fadhlan = As a favour, Ni'mah = Blessing - Grace.

Q: If Allah grants Forgiveness and Mercy to whoever repents and does good after doing wrong in ignorance should not humans in charge forgive too?
A: Then your God to those who did wrong (not Islamic deeds) in ignorace then they repented after that and amended (with good deeds) indeed your God after it is certainly Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 119, Surat AlNahl. (16:119)
Note: Even a lot of educated adults are followers who do not think for themselves but they just copy what they think others succeeded in. We call them "ignorant = Jahalah".
According to the authenticated sayings of Muslim ancestors (= AlSalaf) : Whover disobeys Allah then he is ignorant.(= Kul men asa Allah fahwa jahil). Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, page 866.
Words: Sthumma = Then, Amalou AlSou' = Did wrong - Did bad deeds, BiJahalah = In ignorance - Not knowing the consequences, Tabou = Repented, Aslahou = Amended - Did good deeds.

Q: Who helped corruption to be widespread in some Muslim governments?
A: Those whom (all the society) if We (Allah) enabled them to settle (peacefully) in the land they performed the prayer and they gave the alms (prescribed charity) and they commanded good acts (= Amarou bilMar'ouf) and they forbade bad acts (= Nahou En AlMunkar) and to Allah belongs the outcome of all matters.
Translation of: Ayah 41, Surat AlHajj.
Note: Remember that a corrupt government consists of corrupt persons. Such persons have families and friends and they live in communities. If each corrupt person was stopped by the people around him, corruption would not have become widespread in Muslim countries.
Words: Makannahum = We enabled them to settle, Aqamou AlSalat = They performed the prayer, Aatou AlZakat = They gave alms, Amarou BilMa'rouf = The commanded good acts - They commanded good saying and actions, Aqibat AlUmour = The outcome of all matters - of everything.

Q: Based on what good quality leaders who fear Allah may announce general amnesty for the impromptus protesters who caused riot and affected the peaceful lives of many in their countries?
A: And when those who believe in Our (Allah's) Lines come to you (Prophet Muhammad) then say peace be upon you - your God has written upon Himself MERCY* for whoever from you did bad (act against Allah's Commands) while being ignorant** then he reprented after that and did righteous deeds then Allah is Most-Forgiving Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 54, Surat AlAn'am.
* In an authenticated reference it is reported that in The Torah two points are to be noted that Allah created the earth and the Heaven and created one hundred (parts of) Mercy then Allah created the created ones and He placed one part (shared) among them and He held back 99 (parts of) Mercy. With it (one part) they are kind (to one another) and with it they exchange and they visit. And with it the camel is compassionate (towards its calf) and so is the cow and the sheep. And with it (Mercy) birds follow each other. And with it fish follow each other. So when the Day of Judgement arrives Allah will return that (one part of) Mercy to what He has and His Mercy is the Best and the Most-Embracing (= Afdhal waAwse'). Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, Volume 2, page 200.
** If their deed angers Allah.
Words: Ja'aka = Come to you, Salam = Peace, AlRahmah = Mercy, Amila =Did, Sou'an = Bad, Aslaha = Did righteous deeds.

Q: If citizens are living relatively a comfortable life (as in oil producing countries nowadays) why they should not complain unnecessarily if they want the Favour of Allah to continue upon them?
Note: Note how people dedicated to change by means of lengthy peaceful protests are affecting the living of all in their countries.
A: Ask (command to Prophet Muhammad) Beni Israel how many Clear Signs* (as Favour from Allah) did We grant them and whoever changes (= yubaddil) Allah's Favour after it reaches him then Allah is Harsh in the punishment.
Translation of: Ayah 211, Surat AlBaqarah.
* Example of Allah's Favour upon the People of Israel.
Words: Sel = Ask, Ataynahum = We (Allah) granted them, Ayah = Sign - Miracle - Masterpiece, Yubaddil = Changes - Makes different - Modifies, Shadeed = Harsh, AlIqab = Punishment.

Q: Why should Muslims obey what the Qur'an says and beware of a special group of the People of the Book (Jews and Christians) who can be against their interests?
Note: An example is that Allah does not want Muslims to be divided "And hold tight to the Beam (Straight Path) of Allah and do not be divided...". Translation of Line 103 in Chapter AlImran in the Qur'an. So should not Muslims beware of a group of the People of the Book who practiced agaisnt them in the past a policy known to Arabs as (Farreq Tasud = Make divided and you boss)?
A: O People who believed if you obey a group of those who have been given the Book (Jews and Christians) they will revert you after you are believers into being disbelievers; And how can you become disbelievers and the Lines of Allah are being recited to you and among you* is His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad)
and whoever holds tight to Allah (then he has been guided to a Straight Path (of Allah).
Translation of: Ayat 100 - 101, Surat AlImran.
* People of Arabia at the time of the Prophet Muhammad. In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad. Once the Prophet Muhammad asked his companions: Which believers are the most amazing believers to you. They said: The angels. The Prophet said: How can they not believe and they are with their God. They said: The Prophets of Allah. He said: How can they not believe and revelation (through Angel Gabriel) was being revealed to them. They said: Then we. He said: How can you not believe and I am among you. They asked: Then which people are the most amazing in their belief? He said: People who will come after you - they will find Chapters in a Book (Qur'an) they will believe in what in them. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, Volume 1, page 542.
Words: Tuteeou = You obey, Fareeqan = A group, Utou AlKitab = Were given the Book, Yarodoukum = They will revert you - They will make you go back, Ba'da Imanikum = After you are believers, Kafireen = Disbelievers, Kayfa = How, Tutla = Are recited, Rasooluhu = His Messenger, Tutla = Are recited, Ya'tasim = Holds tight, Hudiya = Is guided, Sirat Mustaqeem = A Straight Path (of Allah).

Q: What should countries especially that witnessed invasion from outside always remember?
A: And do remember when you were insignificant (in number) deemed weak in the land - you were fearing that people would snatch you forcibly so He (Allah) granted you a living place and aided you with His support and He gave you sustenance of the good food so that you may become thankful.
Translation of: Ayah 26, Surat AlAnfal.
Words: Uthkoru = Remember, Qaleel = Insignificant in number - A few, Takhafoun = You were fearing, Yatakhatafakum = Snatch you forcibly, FaAwaakum = So He granted you a living place - Granted you a shelter, Ayadakum = He aided you, BiNasrihi = With His support, AlTayyebat = Good food, Tashkoroun = Become thankful.

Q: Whom should Muslims who fear Allah not take as allies?

A: O people who believed do not take the Jews* and Christians** (who strayed away from Allah's Path) as allies - they are allies to each other and whoever takes them as allies then he is from them (non Muslim) for Allah does not guide those who transgress (against Allah); And you see those (Muslims) who have sickness in their hearts (hypocrisy) rushing to them saying we fear a disaster may happen to us*** so maybe Allah brings about (His) Judgement**** or a command***** from Him then they will become regretful about what they secretly hid in themselves.
Translation of: Ayat 51 - 52, Surat AlMa'idah. (5:51-52)
* Jews who diverted from Allah's Path. (in Surat AlMa'idah itself)
** Christians who diverted from Allah's Path. (in Surat AlMa'idah itself)
*** If we do not take them as allies.
**** Of victory or loss.
***** Such as punishment for those against Allah.
A Side Note: Remember shedding human blood other than in the Path of Allah (Jihad) which has its rules and restraints is a top most hated action to Allah.
Words: La Tatakhithou = Do not take, AlYahoud = Jews, AlNasara = Christians, Awliya' = Allies - Helpers, Ba'dhuhum Awliya' Ba'dh = They are allies to each other, Yatawallahum = Takes them as allies, FaInnahu Minhum = Then he is from them, Yusarioun = They rush, Nakhsha = We fear, Dairah = Disaster, Ya'ti BilFath = Brings about Judgement, Amr = Command, Asarrou = They secretly hid, Nadimeen = Regretful.

Q: When fighting starts how do you know that Muslims are fighting against hypocrite Muslims joined with the disbelievers of the Jews and Christians?

A: They do not fight you* together except in fortified towns or from behind barriers (war planes nowadays) - their is much hostility among them and their hearts are divided for they are people who do not discern (right from wrong).
Translation of: Ayah 14, Surat AlHashr. (59:14)
* Disbelievers among the People of the Book. (Reference Ayat 11-13 in Surat AlHashr)
Words: La Yuqatilounakum = They do fight with you, Jameean = Together, Qura = Towns, Muhassanah = Fortified, Min Wara' = From behind, Judur = Barriers - Walls, Ba'suhum = Their hostility - Their force, Shadeed, Much, Quloubuhum = Their hearts, Shatta = Divided, La Ya'qiloun = They do not discern - Do not understand.

Q: If they do not want an ordeal trial (fitnah)* from Allah why should the Jews and Christians who know the Truth not keep silent when a group of them go against the Truth?
* An ordeal (distress) trial.
A: And We (Allah) took the Covenant of the People of Israel and We sent them messengers - every time a messenger brought them what their hearts did not like, some of them they denied as liars and some of them they were killing**; And they thought no ordeal trial (= fitnah) will happen so they became blind and deaf (kept silent) then Allah granted them Forgiveness*** then (again) they became blind and deaf - a lot of them and Allah is All-Watchful of what they do.
Translation of: Ayat 70 - 71, Surat AlMa'idah.
** Refer to the Bible.
*** One earlier example of repentance by the Prophet Moses on behalf of Beni Israel.
Words: Akhthna = We took, Meesthaq = The covenant, Arsalna = We sent, Rusulan = Messengers, La Tahwa = did not like, Fareeqan = Some - A group, Kathabou = They denied as liars, Yaqtoloun = They were killing, Hasibou = They thought - They believed, Alla = It will not, Fitnah = An Ordeal trial - A trial accompanied by punishment, Amou = They became blind, Sammou = They became deaf, Taba = Granted Forgiveness, Kastheer = A lot.

Q: First of all whom should Muslims avoid to befriend?
A: Have you not seen those (Muslims) who have taken as allies a people upon whom Allah's Wrath has fallen - they (such Muslims) are not from you (Muslims) neither from them* - and they take an oath (by Allah) while lying** while they know it (lying).
Translation of: Ayah 14, Surat AlMujadilah.
* 1. Disbelievers among the People of the Book who incurred Allah's Wrath upon themselves, or 2. Disbelievers on whom is Allah's Wrath.
** The hypocrites among Muslims. Their indicative sign is that they lie even under oath.
Words: Tawallaw = They befriended, Qawman = A people, Gadhiba Allah Alayhim = Allah's Wrath has fallen, Yahlifoun = They take an oath - They swear, AlKathib = Lying Lies -Ya'lamoun = They know it.

Q: Is it too late for every two parties currently quarreling in each Muslim country to unite and love each other under Islam's Umbrella?
A: Perhaps Allah brings about affection between you and those you took as enemies among them (your country men) and Allah is Capable (of this) and Allah is Most-Forgiving, Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 7, Surat AlMumtahanah.
Note: UN jumps to punish instead of reconciling and uniting. UN resolution 1973 states that it "protects civilians from violence perpetrated upon them by their own government". The question is: Then who protects the legal governments and the stability of their countries against the lengthy protests which look peaceful but are full with hate and actions that cripple the country's economy and spread terror besides affecting people's everyday lives?
Words: Asa = Perhaps, Yaj'al = Bring about, Adaytum = You took as enemies, Mawaddah = Affection - Love.

Q: Why Allah should be remembered even during fighting in battles?
A: O people who believed when you meet a troop (of the enemy) then stay firm and remember Allah a lot perhaps you succeed.
Translation of: Ayah 45, Surat AlAnfal.
Words: Laqeetum = You meet, Fi'ah = Troop - Group - Party, Fasthbatu = Then stay firm - Then stand your ground, Uthkurou = Remember, Kastheeran = A lot, Laalakum = Perhaps, Tuflihoun = Succeed.

Q: To what extent Muslims should honour the agreements made between them and other countries?
Note: The answer is in the last part of the Qur'anic Line.
A: --- - and if they (other Muslims) call you (Muslims) for help in Religion (against the enemy) then you have to support them except against a people where a treaty exists between you and them (enemy)* and Allah of what you do is Watchful.
Translation of: Ayah 72, Surat AlAnfal.
Note: Muslims have to honour the agreements (treaties) such as of defense or no-attack made between them and any other people (Muslims or non-Muslims). Therefore Muslims (A) cannot support Muslims (B) against the enemy of Muslims (B) if such a treaty exists between Muslims (A) and the enemy mentioned.
Note: Based on the concept of honouring the agreement among the members of the Gulf Cooperation Council , the Government of Saudi Arabia recently helped the Government of Bahrain (March 2011) to end the protests in an effort to re stabilize the country.
Words: Enstansaroukum = They call you for help, Qawm = People, Meesthaq = Treaty - Agreement, Baseer = Watchful.

Q: Why should Muslims rush to help financially and in every possible way a country that disbelieves in Allah such as Japan in its current disaster (March 2011)?
A: Allah does not forbid you from those who did not fight you in Religion and they did not drive you out of your homes (in fear) to do righteous deeds to them and to do justice to them for Allah loves those who do justice.
Translation of: Ayah 8, Surat AlMumtahanah.
Note: Mosques nowadays are collecting money for Japan. Please see how you can help.
Words: La Yanhakum = He does not forbid you, Lem Yuaqtiloukum = They did not fight you, AlDeen = Religion, Lem Yukhrijoukum = They did not drive you out, Taburouhum = To do righteous deeds to them, Tuqsitou = Do justice, AlMuqsiteen = Those who do justice (fairness).

Q: Especially believers around the Prophet Muhammad: Why was the Prophet Muhammad a Favour from Allah on humanity and especially on them?
Note: Should believers not respect Allah's Favour in every aspect of their lives? For example.

A: For Allah had granted a favour upon the believers when He sent among them a messenger (Prophet Muhammad) from among themselves (Arabs) reciting upon them His Miraculous Signs (Qur'anic Lines) and purifying them (against sins) and teaching them the Book and wisdom while before they were in obvious straying away (from Allah's Path).
Translation of: Ayah 164, Surat AlImran.
Note: The translation of the succeeding Ayah (3:165). At the time of Prophet Muhamamd what happened to those Muslims who disobeyed the Prophet forgetting Allah's Favour on them.
Note: If Muslims do not follow the Qur'an and the wisdom in it then they should expect a "Fitnah" = an ordeal trial: A punishment and suffering which can be very severe and bone-shaking. Through it the believers' patience and Faith is tested. A "Fitnah" is a punishment inflicted (done) by and it is different from Allah's other types of punishment.
Words: Manna = Had favoured, AlMo'mineen = The believers, Baas = Sent, Aloud = Reciting, Unmake = Purifying, AlKitab = The Book, AlHikmah = Wisdom, Dallas = Straying away, Error, Mu been = Obvious - Clear.

Q: Are Muslims allowed to rouse each other for war against other Muslims?
A: O Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) rouse (urge) the believers to fight - if there are twenty ones who are patient among you they will defeat two hundred (ratio 1:10)* and if there are among you one hundred they will defeat one thousand (ratio 1:10) from those who disbelieved for they are a people who do not understand (Allah's Commands and Limits); (But) Presently Allah eased it for you for He made it known that there is weakness (in power and war machinery) in you so if there are among you one hundred ones who are patient they will defeat two hundred (ratio 1:2) and if there are among you one thousand they will defeat two thousand (ratio 1:2) with Allah's Permission and Allah is with those who are patient.
Translation of: Ayat 65 - 66, Surat AlAnfal.
* In ground battles in Islam note what number of Muslims can stand against how many of their enemy. According to Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, the ex-top Islam scholar (Mufti) of Egypt: When weakness is clear in Muslims, then it is allowed for one Muslim to stand against two of the enemy. If more than two then it is allowed for him to run away. Source: Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an, page 244.
Words: Harridh = Rouse - Urge, Ala AlQital = To fight, Ishroun = Twenty, Mi'atain = Two hundred, Alf = One thousand, AlAn = Presently - Now, Khafaffa = Eased, Dha'fan = Weaknes,, Sabirah = Who are patient, Yaghlibou = They will defeat.

Q: Is the recent fight among the citizens in a Muslim country (March 2011) in the Path (Cause) of Allah to fortify Allah's Religion of Islam?
Note: Remember that the lawful fight in Islam is only in the Path of Allah (= fi Sabeel Allah). Fighting other than that is for earthly gains that can be achieved by diplomatic means and without bullying.
A: And fight them (disbelievers) so that no ordeal trial (= fitnah)* takes place and the Religion becomes Allah's (Alone) so if they ceased then no attack except towards the aggressors.
Translation of: Ayah 193, Surat AlBaqarah.
* Fitnah" is an ordeal trial: A punishment and suffering which can be very severe and bone-shaking and can be inflicted by humans. Through it the believers' patience and Faith is tested.
Words: Qatilouhum = Fight them, Fitnah = Ordeal trial - Punishment and suffering, AlDeen = The Religon, Entahou = They ceased - They stopped, Udwan = Attack - Aggression, Aldhalimeen = The aggressors.

Q: Why should Muslims not cry for peace when in a war against the disbelievers?
A: So do not show weakness and cry for peace and you (according to Allah) are further up (the enemy) and Allah is with you and He is not going to make less the rewards of your deeds.
Translation of: Ayah 35, Surat Muhammad (known also as Surat AlQital).
Words: La Tahinou = Do not show weakness, AlSalm = Peace, AlA'loun = Further up - Above - Having the upper hand, Ma'akum = With you, Len Yatirakum = He will not going to make less the rewards of your deeds.

Q: Why did the Prophet Muhammad take part in the fighting in the Path of Allah (= AlJihad) when he could have easily sent the army and stayed back?
A: So (command to the Prophet Muhammad) fight in the Path (Cause) of Allah - you hold only yourself accountable and rouse the believers perhaps Allah curbs the violence of those who disbelieved and Allah is the Mightiest in violence and the Mightiest in torture.
Translation of: Ayah 84, Surat AlNisa'.
Words: FaQatil = So fight, Tukallaf = Hold accountable - Hold responsible, Illa = Only, Nafsaka = Yourself, Ashad Ba'san = Mightiest in violence, Ashad Tankeela = Mightiest in torture.

Q: What major proof against yourselves does Allah warn you against giving Him?

A: O believers do not take the disbelievers as allies leaving the believers - do you want to offer Allah against yourselves a clear major proof*.
* Proof of hypocrisy - continued in the succeeding Lines 145-146 in Surat AlNisa'.
Translation of: Ayah 144, Surat AlNisa'.
Words: La Tatakhithou = Do not take, AlKafireen = The disbelievers, Awliya' = Allies - Helpers, Min Doon = Leaving - Instead of, Sultan = Major Proof - Authority, Mubeen = Clear.

Q: What command of Allah did Muslims not comply with and hence they are harming themselves by having no choice but to allow attacks on some of them?

A: And do prepare against them (disbelievers) whatever force and warhorses* you are capable of so as you terrorize (frighten) the enemy of Allah and your enemy and others (hypocrites) other than them you (plural) do not know them - Allah knows them and whatever you spend in the Path (Cause) of Allah it will be repaid to you and no injustice will be done to you.
Translation of: Ayah 60, Surat AlAnfal. (8:60)
* The machinery of fighting at the time of the Prophet Muhammad (6th century (C. E.).
Words: A'idou = Do prepare, Estata'tum = You are capable of, Quwwah = Force, Ribat AlKhayl = Warhorses, Turhiboun = You terrorize, Akhareen = Others, Min Doonihim = Other than them, Tunfiqou = You spend, Yuwaffa = Will be repaid.

Q: In wars when swords and not guns were used, striking what part of the body quickly killed the enemy?
A: So when you (plural) face (in war) those who disbelieved then the beheading (killing by swords)* until when you have massacred** them (to weaken their army) then the shackling (fettering) then either doing an act of kindness (freeing without ransom) or ransoming until the war comes to an end - that is (the way to defeat) and if Allah wills He (Allah) certainly would have defeated them - but (this way) to test some of you against others
and those who were killed (in wars) in the Path (Cause) of Allah then He (Allah) will not leave their deeds to fail.
Translation of: Ayah 4, Surat Muhammad (known also as Surat AlQital). (47:4)
* Remember At the time of the Prophet Muhammad the instant (quick) killing happened by swords (beheading = Dharb AlA'naq = Hitting the necks).
** The Line (Verse) of massacring the enemy is a fundamental line mentioned in all of Allah's Holy Books (and it helped Allah's Religion to spread). Source: Tafseer AlQuran AlKareem, by Egypt's ex-Mufti AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, page 644.
for example in the Bible King Saul was commanded to massacre everything.
Notes: - Remember that nowadays the camels are not the main transport medium of going to AlHajj (Pilgrimage) neither are the warhorses the main machinery of wars. At the time of the Prophet Muhammad the weapon of war was the sword and the bow and arrow. Nowadays technology is used and the weapons are different. The Qur'an (610 CE - 632 CE) is interactive and it suits all people, all places and all times.
- Remember in Islam no extra pain should be inflicted on anything. When the cattle are being sacrificed the knife should be very sharp so the sacrificing (slitting) happens instantly and the butcher should be very skilled. Only after the sacrificed animal's soul is completely out it can be beheaded just like cutting the rest of its body.
Words: Laweetum = You face, Fadharb AlRiqab = Beheading - Killing, Asthkhantumouhum = Massacred them - Killed a lot of them, Fashudou AlWasthaq = Then the shackling - Then the binding (of the enemy), Mannan = Doing an act of kindness, Fida'an = Ransoming, Tadha' AlHarb Awzaraha = The war comes to an end, Lantasara Minhum = He would certainly have defeated them, Fida'an = Ransoming, Liyablouwa = To test, Yudhil = Leaves to fail.

Q: Why should Muslims be honest, seek the truth, and avoid lying or hypocrisy?
A: O believers protect yourselves by fearing Allah and be with those who are truthful.
Translation of: Ayah 119, Surat AlTawbah.
Words: Etaqou = Protect yourselves by fearing Allah, Kunou = Be, AlSadiqeen = Those who are turthful.

Q: What happens if the believers do not stop taking the disbelievers as their allies?
A: And those who disbelieved - they are allies of one another - if you do not do it** it will be a FITNAH* on the earth and a GREAT CORRUPTION.
Translation of: Ayah 73 , Surat AlAnfal.
* "Fitnah" is an ordeal trial: An unclear confusion without knowing why and what is happening. It is a source of suffering which can be very severe. Through it the believers' patience and Faith is tested.
** Stop taking the disbelievers as allies. Muslims should take the believers as allies and support them.
Words: Kafarou = Disbelieved, Ba'dukum Awliya' Ba'dh = They are allies of one another, Illa Tafallouh = If you do not do it, Fasaad = Corruption, Kabeer = Great - Severe.

Q: In Islamic wars against the enemy how do you know the hypocrites among the army of the believers?
Note: Remember in Islam any two groups of Muslims are not allowed to be in a war against each other except if a group clearly disobeyed Allah and His Prophet or it is a bunch of hyporcrites.

A: And they (hypocrite Muslims) take an oath that they belong certainly with you (believers) and (Allah confirms) they do not belong with you but they are a people who are full of fear (of death); If they find a place of refuge, caves or a tunnel they certainly will run to it defiantly* (like a wild horse).
Translation of: Ayat 56 - 57, Surat AlTawbah. (9:56-57)
* They run away during Al-Jihad (fighting in Islam). Many Muslims get tempted to follow their example.
Words: Yahlifoun = They take an oath - They swear, Minkum = Belong with you, Qawm = A people - Some people, Yafraqoun = They are full of fear, Yajidoun = They find, Malja'an = A place of refuge, Magaraat = Caves, Mudkhalan = Tunnel - A burrow, LaWallaw = They would have run, Yajmahoun = Defiantly.

Q: Why should Muslims not turn away from what the Qur'an and Sunnah rule regarding their behaviour?

A: And when it is said to them (some Muslims)* come to what Allah sent down (Qur'an) and the Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) you see the hypocrites turning away from you with a full rejection.
Translation of: Ayah 61, Surat AlNisa'.
* Line 60 in Chapter AlNisa' that precedes the line posted here.
Note: An example: Even if the disbelievers called out for peace Muslims should listen and stop the war. What if the ones calling out for peace are Muslims? "And if they incline towards peace so do incline towards it...". Translation of Line 61 in Surat AlAnfal in the Qur'an.
As example in Surat "AlHujurat" about peace among the fighting Muslims.
Words: Qeela = It is said, Ta'alou = Come, Ra'ayta = You see, AlMunafiqeen = The hypocrites, Yasodoun = They turn away, Sudouda = With a full rejection.

Q: Are being kings and emirs of countries unIslamic? (Arab protests "2011" are carried out to change long governing rulers and bring new governments through general elections.)
Note: Remember that all of Allah's messengers were sent with the Message of submitting to Allah as the One and Only God (Islam).
Note:Kings reigned in the past.
A: --- He (Allah) made (among) you kings ---.
Translation of: Ayah 20, Surat AlMa'idah.
A: --- the Miraculous Sign (from Allah) of his (king Saul) kingdom is that the Ark of the Covenant will come to you ---.
Translation of: Ayah 248, Surat AlBaqarah.
Note:Solomon (Suleiman) was also a king. (refer to Surat Saad)
Note: Prophet Joseph liked the king of Egypt and worked under him. (refer to Ayah 76 in Surat Yusuf) (12:76)

Q: Why should some Muslims immediately stop mocking other Muslims?
A: O believers let some people not ridicule other people perhaps (to Allah) they are better than them neither some women (ridicule) other women perhaps they are better than them and do not backbite one another and do not use insulting nicknames - how bad is the name (derived from words) of straying away from Allah's Path after having Faith and whoever does not repent then they are the transgressors (against Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 11, Surat AlHujurat.
Words: La Yaskhar = Not ridicule - Not mock, Khairan = Better, Nisa' = Women, La Talmizou = Do not backbite, Tanabazou BilAlqab = Do not use offensive nicknames, AlIsm AlFosouq = Name (derived from words ) of straying away from Allah's Path - Immorality name, Lem Yatub = Does not repent.

Q: 1. How is man (who believes in Allah) inclined to quickly forget what good things Allah granted him?
A: (Allah says) Man (a believer) does not become bored of supplicating (praying to Allah) for good things (fortune) but when misfortune (misery) befalls him then he is too much desperate* too much disheartened**.
Translation of: Ayah 49, Surat Fusilat (41:49).
* = Ya'ous. He feels too much desperate (hopeless).
** = Qanout. Desparation (hopelessness) reflects a lot on his appearance and actions.
Note: What is the characteristic of the person described above?
Words: La Yes'sam = Dos not become bored, Du'a = Supplicating - Praying, AlKhair = good things, Massahu AlShar = Misfortune befalls him, FaYa'ous = Then he is too much desperate, Qanout = Too much disheartened - Too much discouraged.

Q: 2. What does Allah say will certainly happen to the person (who believes in Allah) who brags that he is a special person (even with Allah)?
A: And certainly when We (Allah) granted him a taste of Mercy from Us after a hardship (bad times) afflicted him he would certainly say this is mine* and I do not think the Hour (Day of Judgement) is happening and certainly if I am returned to my God (Allah) indeed for me with Him is certainly the Best Outcome (Paradise)** - (Allah says) so We (Allah) will certainly inform those who disbelieved (ungrateful to Allah) of what they did (in life) and We will cetainly give them the taste (experience) of a harsh punishment.
Translation of: Ayah 50, Surat Fusilat. (41:50).
* He thinks because of his skills and capabilities and he is favoured by Allah. Actually it is a sign of arrogance (refer to Surat AlZumar)
Note: Remember the arrogant person who owns a garden (refer to Ayah 36 Surat AlKahf).
** AlHusna (= The Best Outcome) is another Name for Paradise.
Words: La (letter) = Certainly, Athaqnahu = We make him taste, Dharraa' = Hardship - Bad times, Massathu = Afflicted him - Befell him, Ruj'tu = Returned - Sent back, Inna = ILalHusna = Certainly the Best Outcome - Certainly Paradise, FalaNunabe'anna = We will certainly inform, LaNutheeqannahum = We will certainly give them the taste - Make them experience, Ghaleedh = Harsh.

Q: 3. When does man (who believes in Allah) become too arrogant to remember Allah?
A: And when We (Allah) bestow a Blessing (fortune) upon man he turns and arrogantly stays away (from remembering Allah) and when misfortune befalls him then he supplicates (calls upon Allah) a lot.
Translation of: Ayah 51, Surat Fusilat (no 41:51).
Words: Anamna = We bestow a Blessing - We granted bounty, A'radha = He turns - He avoids, Naa' BiJanibihi = He arrogantly stays away, Massahu AlShar = Misfortune befalls him - Harm inflicts him, FaThou Dua' Areedh = Then he supplicates a lot.

Q: 4. When does man become desparte and loses all hope in Allah's Mercy?

A: And when We (Allah) bestow a blessing (fortune) upon man he turns his back and arrogantly stays away and when misfortune befalls him he becomes desparate (= ya'ousa).
Translation of: Ayah 83, Surat AlIsra' (also known as Surat Beni Israel) (17:83)
Words: A'radha = He turns his back, Kana Ya'ousa = He becomes desparate - He becomes hopeless.

Q: Who guides the secret conversation to harm the believers?
Note: Please read first the preceding line 9 in Surat AlMujadilah.
A: Indeed the secret conversation is from Satan to cause grief to those who believed and (Allah says) nothing is going to harm them except with Allah's permission and in Allah let the believers put their trust.
Translation of: Ayah 11, Surat AlMujadilah.
Words: Innama = Indeed, LiYahzuna = To cause grief, BiDharihim = Going to harm them, FalYatawakkal AlMo'minoun = Let the believers put their trust - Let the believers depend.

Q: When one admits that there is Allah what is the next step to take?

B>A: And to Aad* their brother (Prophet) Hood - he said O my people worship Allah - you do not have any (true) god except Him so will you not protect yourselves (by fearing Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 65, Surat AlA'raf. (7:65)
* Arab ancient people to whom Prophet Hood was sent (no 4 in the prophets Map).
Words: Ghayruhu = Except Him, AfaLa = Will you not then, Tattaqoun = Protect yoursleves by fearing

Q: What do many disbelievers who are leaders in their fields think about why other people follow Allah's Religion?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Line 65 in Surat AlA'raf.

A: The assembly (leaders) who disbelieved among his (Prophet Hood) people said indeed we certainly see you full of foolishness and indeed we certainly think that you are (one) of the liars; He said O my people there is nothing foolish about me but I am certainly a messenger from the God of the inhabitants of the world; Conveying to you the Messages of my God and I am to you an honest adviser.
Translation of: Ayat 66 - 68, Surat AlA'raf. (7:66-68)
Words: Fi Safahah = Full of foolishness, LaNadhunnuka = We certainly that you are, Laysa bi Sahahah = There is nothing foolish about me, Uballighukum = Conveying to you - Delivering to you, Nasih = Adviser, Ameen = Honest.

Q: What should those who are settled in their countries with extra physical capabilities remember?
Note: Please note the translation of the preceding lines 65 - 68 in Surat AlA'raf is above.

A: (Prophet Hood rebukes the disbelievers) Or have you wondered that a Reminder from your God has reached you through a man from your own to warn you - and do remember that He (Allah) made you inheritors (of the land) after the people of Noah* and He (Allah) augmented you with abundance (larger size) in the physique (in the creation = alKhalq)** so do remember the Signs of Allah so that you may become prosperous
Translation of: Ayah 69, Surat AlA'raf. (7:69)
* Refer to the Prophets Map to see that Prophet Hood (Hud no. 4 in the Map) is a descendant of the Arab Nation of the offspring of Sam, Noah's son.
Remember what the Prophet Muhammad said about the four Arab messengers of Allah before him peace be upon them all.
** People of Aad were originally in 'AlYemen'. They were destroyed by Allah. Some of their remnants were the tyrant giants in the Sacred Land as explained by ex-Mufti of Egypt.
* Two PROOFS: 1. People of Aad (in ancient Yemen) were tyrants and giants (= jabbareen).
2. They were building tall buildings being giants.
Note 1: There is a link between the people of Aad as tyrant giants (= jabbareen) and the tyrant giants in the Sacred Land during the time of Prophet Moses.
Note 2: People of Aad who were destroyed are referred to in the Qur'an as 'Aad AlOula = The earlier (first) Aad'.
Note 3: Another indication in the Qur'an about the unique physique of the people of 'Aad'.
Words: AwaAjibtum = Or have you wondered, Ja'akum = Reached you, Thikr = Reminder, Khulafa' = Inheritors, Zadakum Bastah = Augmented you with abundance (larger size), Fi AlKhalq = In the physique - In the Stature - In the bodily makeup - In the creation, Aala' = Signs - Favours, Tuflihoon, Become prosperous.

Q: Why do usually the idol worshipping disbelievers immediately become defensive when the talk is about their worshipping culture?
Note: Continuation of the Qur'anic Lines translated above.
A: They (Prophet Hood's people) said have you come to us in order to worship Allah Alone and leave aside what (idols) our forefathers were worshipping so bring us about what you are promising* us if you were of the truthful.
Translation of: Ayah 70, Surat AlA'raf. (7:70)
* Punishment.
Note: Again refer to the Prophets Map to see that Prophet Hood (Hud no. 4 in the Map) is a descendant of the Arab Nation of the offspring of Sam, Noah's son.
Words: Aji'tana = Have you come, Nathar = We leave aside, Ya'bud = Worship, Aba'una = Our forefathers, Fa'tina = So bring us about, Ta'iduna = You are promising us, AlSadiqeen = The truthful.

Q: Allah called Himself 'Allah'*. Across humanity who call the idols that disbelievers worship with their names?
Note: Please read first above the translation of the preceding Ayah 70 in Surat AlA'raf.
* Allah called Himself Allah. (refer to Surat Taha)
A: He (Prophet Hood) said already filth* (from following Satan = rijs) and (Allah's) Wrath* have fallen upon you (plural) - are you disputing with me about names (of idols) that you had called - you and your forefathers - Allah did not send down any authority (legitimation**) for them so wait (for Allah's Punishment in life) for I am with you among those who are waiting.
Translation of: Ayah 71, Surat AlA'raf. (7:71)
* = Whereever there is idol worshipping there is 'filth - impurity because it is the work of Satan' so Allah's 'Wrath' is expected to fall in that place.
How were the People of "Aad" annihilated? (Aad's Prophet was Hood) (refer to the Note under Surat AlQamar)
** = 'Sultan'. Legitimation from Allah - An authority which is true and approved because it is conforming to Allah's commands, well-founded and not in vain.
Note: (99) Attributes (Names) of Allah are mentioned in the Qur'an.
Words: Rijs = Impurity - Filth, Ghadab = Wrath, ATujailouni = Are you disputing with me, Asma' = Names, Samaytomouha = You called them, Aba'ukum = Your forefathers, Ma Nazzala = Did not send own, Sultan = Authority - legitimation, AlMuntadhireen = Those who are waiting.

Q: What can be the MOST SEVERE Punishment from Allah inflicted a people?
Note: We continue what happened to the people of (Aad AlOula = the first Aad).
Please read first the translation of the preceding Lines above.
A: So We (Allah) saved him (Prophet Hood) and those who were with him (from Aad's people) by a Mercy from Us and We cut off (exterminated) the offspring of those who* rejected as lies Our Miraculous Signs (of Allah the Only God) and they were not believers.
Translation of: Ayah 72, Surat AlA'raf. (7:72)
* annihilated the offspring of a community known as 'Aad AlOula = the earlier Aad' whose tribe 'Iram' (in Yemen) is mentioned in the Qur'an. People of Aad were polytheists. They knew Allah but worshipped idols with Him.According to Tafseer Ibn Kastheer volume 2 pages 332 - 334: People of Aad lived in Yemen between Oman and Hadhramout (now in Yemen) yet despite this they scattered in the land and they oppressed their people because of their unusual power from Allah. Prophet Hood told them to worship Allah Alone and to stop oppressing people so they used to say "who is mightier than us?". But some of them secretly followed Prophet Hood. So Allah held back rain from them for three years so they became tired and as was the custom then they sent a delegate of them to Allah's Holy Place in Mecca which was known even then to them (later Prophet Abraham built it). Giants from the offspring of 'Amleeq (giant in Arabic is 'Imlaq' and the plural is 'amaleeq') Bin Laawith Bin Sam Bin Noah' were living there. Their master was 'Mu'awiyah Bin Bakr' and his mother was from the people of Aad. So the group went to him near the Sacred Place to pray for rain. Their leader prayed for a black cloud. So punishment befell on Aad in their original place (in Yemen) except 'Banu (people of) AlLouthiyyah AlMuhadda' from Aad who were living in Mecca were not punished. And they were referred to as Aad the later (the second = Aad AlAkhirah). In the end a phrase became famous in Arabic ('La takun kaWafid Aad' = do not be like the delegate of Aad).
Note: Remember Prophet Hood is no 4 in the map of prophets whoes names are mentioned in the Qur'an.
Words: Anjaynahu = We saved him, Qata'na Dabir = We cut off the offspring - We exterminated - We annihilated.

Q: What was the name of the community that succeeded the people of Aad?
Note: We continue what happened after the destruction of the people of Aad.
A: Prophet Saleh says to his people Sthamud*) And remember when He (Allah) made you successors after Aad and He made you settle down in the land - you take up in its plains palaces and you carve out of the mountains houses so do remember the Signs** of Allah and do not act wickedly corrupting in the land.
Translation of: Ayah 74, Surat AlA'raf (7:74).

* Sthamud people were the successors to the culture and civilization of the Aad (giant) people. They were cousins to the Aad, apparently a younger branch of the same race (remember Aad were giants). They were between Madinah (in Saudi Arabia) and Syria. Their land included both rocky country (hijr) and the spacious fertile valley and plains country of Qura which begins just north of the city of Madinah. Source: Abdullah Yusuf Ali in 'The Holy Qur'an: English Translation of the Meanings and Commentary' page 419.
* According to the ex-Mufti of Egypt "AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf" in 'Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an' in Arabic, page 211: Sthamud is a name of an Arab Tribe called Aad AlSthaniyah (= second or later Aad). Their dwellings were 'AlHijr' between the land of AlHijaz (Arabia) and AlSham (Syria and its surrounding countries). (note: they became nearer to the Sacred Land where later on in history Prophet David and Goliath (giant) met).
(Refer to the Bible to read that the disbelieving champion 'Goliath' (9 feet and 9 inches) (in the Qur'an his name is Jalut) was among the Philistines whereas the believing King Saul (in the Qur'an Talut) and the men of Israel (with Prophet David) were facing them.)
** Aala' = Signs that speak of Allah's Attributes and Favours upon humans.
Words: Uthkuru = Remember, Khulafa' = Successors - Inheritors, Bawwa'akum = Made you settle down, Sohouliha = Its plains - Its flat lands, Qusoura = Palaces, Tahitoun = You carve out, Boyouta = Houses, Aala' = Signs, La Tasthau fi AlAlrdh Mufsideen = Do not act wickedly corrupting.

Q: Even in religion how do many of the rich and influential persons in the society alienate (separate) themselves from the poor and the weak?
Note: Please read the translation of the preceding Line above.

A: The assembly (influential persons) who became arrogant (against the poor) from his (Prophet Saleh)* people (Sthamud) said to those who were oppressed (by them) - to whoever believed (with the Prophet) from them - do you know (for sure) if Saleh is sent by his God they said indeed in what he was sent with we are believing; Those who became arrogant said indeed in what YOU have believed WE are disbelieving.
Translation of: Ayat 75 - 76, Surat AlA'raf. (7:75-76)
* No 5 on the prophets map.
Words: Estakbarou = Became arrogant - Displayed arrogance, Estukhi'fou = Were oppressed, Marsal = Sent, Aamantum = You have believed - You have Faith.

Q:Why do understanding persons not listen to good advice from honest persons?
Note: Please read first the translation of the two Qur'anic Lines 77-78 that succeed the Qur'anic Lines translated above.

A: So he (Prophet Saleh) turned away from them* (his destroyed people) and he said (consoling himself) O my people certainly I have already delivered to you my God's Message** and I gave you sincere advice (guidance) but (clearly) you do not like*** the advisers.
Translation of: Ayah 79, Surat AlA'raf. (7:79)
* The people of Sthamud were living in AlHijr between Madinah (in Saudi Arabia) and Syria. A Wikipedia article about 'AlHijr'.
** What was the Message?
*** What prevents people from following good advice? (the answer is in the translation above)
Words: Tawalla = Turned away, LaQad Ablaghtukum = certainly I have already delivered to you, Nasahtu = I gave you sincere advice, La Tuhiboun = You do not like.

Q: Why do the hypocrites among Muslims and the People of the Book try to keep people away from Allah's Path?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Lines 1-2 in Surat (AlMunafiqoun = The hypocrites).

A: (Hypocrites keep others away from Allah's Path) That is because they believed (professed Faith) then they disbelieved (rejected Faith) so it was stamped (by Allah) on their hearts (as disbelievers) so they do not comprehend*.
Translation of: Ayah 3, Surat AlMunafiqoun.(63:3)
* They cannot distinguish between pleasing Allah and displeasing Him.
Words: FaTube'a = So it was stamped - Their hearts are sealed against believing. La Yafqahoun = They do not comprehend - perceive - distinguish - notice - they lack understanding.

Q: Why do hypocrites refuse to ask Allah for forgiveness?
A: And when it was said to them (hypocrites) come - Allah's Prophet (Muhammad) will ask Allah to forgive you they would turn their heads away and you would see them turning away while showing self-conceit (being quarrelsome).
Translation of: Ayah 5, Surat AlMunafiqoun. (63:5)
Words: Yastaghfir = Will ask Allah to forgive you, Lawwu = They will turn away, Rousahum = Their heads, Yasudoun = Turning away, Mustakbiroun = Self-conceited, Showing self conceit - Being quarrelsome.

Q: Why do hypocrites always think that they are targeted and will be attacked?
Note: Please read first above the translation of the preceding and succeeding Lines in Surat AlMunafiqoun.
A: And when you see them you will admire their physiques and when they talk* you will listen to them as if they were wooden struts** - they think that every (regular) outcry is against them - they are the enemy so (command to Prophet Muhammad) do beware of them - may Allah fight*** them for how they are deluded (away from Allah's Path).
Translation of: Ayah 4, Surat AlMunafiqoun. (63:4)
* Telling lies.
** Arrogance behaviour make hypocrites talk with complete confidence.An image of wooden struts.
*** A prayer to Allah to curse them and make them away from Allah's Mercy.
Words: Tu'jibka = You will admire, Ajsamuhum = Their physiques - Their bodies, Khushub Mussannadah = Wooden Struts - upported pieces of wood, Sayhah = Ourcry, AlAdou = The enemy, Fahtharhum = So beware of them, Qatalahum= May Allah fight them, Yu'fakoun = Are deluded.

Q: Why should a man take care of pleasing Allah even if his family members are against it?
A: O those who believed indeed among your spouses and children are enemies to you* so beware of them and if you overlook (their behavior) and excuse (them) and forgive (them) then Allah is Most-Forgiving Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 14, Surat AlTaghabun. (64:14)
* When their demands conflict with your religious duties.
Note: According to Ibn Abbas may Allah be pleased with him: Some men became Muslims in Mecca and they wanted to go to join the Prophet Muhammad in AlMadinah. But their spouses and children refused to allow them. Later on when they had the chance to go they found others far in religious knowledge than them. So they wanted to punish their family members but they were commanded to forgive. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 4, page 566.
Words: Adou = Enemy, FeHtharouhum = So beware of them, Ta'fou = Overlook, Tasfahou = Excuse, Taghfirou = Forgive.

Q: Why should especially those who have a lot of wealth and/or children as their heirs be mindful a lot of Allah?
Note: Please read first above the translation of Line 14 in Surat AlTaghabun.
A: Indeed your wealth and your children are only a trial (for you from Allah) and Allah has great reward (for the winners).
Translation of: Ayah 15, Surat AlTaghabun. (64:15)
Words: Innama = Indeed only, Amwalukum = Your wealth, Awladukum = Your children.

Q: How is the reward of a believer's good deed associated with his intention behind it?

A: And those who emigrated in the Cause* of Allah then they were killed** or died*** Allah is certainly going to provide them with a good sustenance (in Paradise) and indeed Allah is certainly the Best Provider.
Translation of: Ayah 58, Surat AlHajj. (22:58)
* To make or keep Allah's Word the Highest.
** Became martyrs during the migration.
*** By natural death.
Words: Hajarou = Emigrated - Left their dwelling places, Qutilou = They were killed, Matou = They died, LaYarzuqannahum = Is certainly going to provide them, Rizqan Hasannan = Good sustenance, Khair AlRaziqeen = Best Provider - Best One Who gives sustenance.

Q: How much reward from Allah does one get if he moves to do a good deed but he dies before reaching his destination?
A: And whoever emigrates in the Cause of Allah he will find in the earth many places of refuge and abundance (in wealth/comfort) - and whoever leaves his home intending emigration for Allah and His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad)* then death comes to him so his reward becomes due on Allah and Allah is Most-Forgiving** Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 100, Surat AlNisa' (4:100)
* Travelling to keep Allah's Name the Highest is recommended. In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: Allah had guaranteed for whoever goes out with the intention to fight in Allah's Cause while believing in Allah and believing in Allah's Messengers then he is guaranteed that Allah shall admit him into Paradise or Allah shall return him to his home with payment or (war) spoils. Then the Prophet Muhammad took an oath by Allah and added: Whoever gets injured in the Cause of Allah except he comes on the Day of Judgement as he was when he was injured - his injury with the colour of blood and the smell of musk (perfume).
The Prophet took another oath and added that he does not like to leave behind anyone who wants to go on such a mission but he cannot find how (financially) to equip them. He also added he (the Prophet himself) loves to fight in the Cause of Allah and be killed and repeated it three times. Source: Tafseer waBayan Mufridat AlQuran, in Arabic, page 94.
** This indicates the person's sins will be forgiven.
Note: It is known in Islam anyone who leaves his home intending a good deed and he dies then he gets the full reward of it. Source: Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an, in Arabic, page 127.
Words: Yuhajir = Migrates - Leaves his home, Yajid = He finds, Muraghaman = Places of refuge - Refuge, Sa'ah = Abdundance - Wealth - Comfort, Yudrikhu = Reaches him, AlMawt = Death, Waqa' = Becomes due, Ajruhu = His reward - His payment.

Q: Those who migrate to make or keep Allah's Word the Highest and are killed or die during the migration process - what honour do they receive from Allah?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Line 58 in Surat AlHajj.
A: He (Allah) will certainly admit them to a place (in Paradise) (and) in a way (= Mudkhalan)* they will be pleased with and indeed Allah is certainly All-Knowing Most-Tolerant**.
Translation of: Ayah 59, Surat AlHajj. (22:59).
* They will be honored. Remember in Surat 'YaSeen' the parable in which a man in Paradise wanted Allah to let people who are alive know about his honoured status.
** An indication that Allah will forgive them their sins.
Words: LaYudkhilannahum = He will certainly admit them, Mudkhalan = To a place (and) in a way, Yardhawnahu = They will be pleased with, Haleem = Most tolerant.

Q: Why shouldn't a person who receives his right after a fight for example be afraid if aggression is committed against him again?
Note: Remember one aspect of the Qur'an being a miracle is that the Qur'an is for all times. It refers to specific incidents or events which also have general implications for all times and places.
An incident: According to Ibn Kastheer, volume 3, pages 342-343: An army group of the Prophet's companions met an enemy group of disbelievrs in the Muslim Sacred Month of Muharram. Muslims did not want to fight but disbelievers attacked them so Muslims had to fight back. Then Allah made the Muslims victorious.
A: That is so* (command and reward) - and whoever punishes similar to what he was punished with then aggression was committed on him - Allah will certainly support him indeed Allah is certainly Who is Willingly Most-Pardoning** Most-Forgiving.
Translation of: Ayah 60, Surat AlHajj. (22:60)
* Please read first above the translation of the preceding Line 59 in Surat AlHajj.
** = Affouwon. Who willingly overlooks sins. Allah's Attribute is 'AlAffou'. Allah pardons those who break the sanctuarity of the sacred Month (Muharram) in self-defense.
Note: In Arabian Peninsula the answer to 'thankyou' is 'AlAffou = don't mention it - it's nothing - you're welcome).
Words: Thalika = That is so, Aaqaba = Punishes, Misthla = Similar, Bughiya = Transgression was committed, Affouwon = Willingly Most-Pardoning.

Q: Why should a Muslim be a man of his word?
A: O believers why do you say what you do not* do.
Translation of: Ayah 2, Surat AlSaff. (61:2)
* It is reported that a group of Muslims said if we knew what deed Allah likes the most we will spend our wealth and ourselves for it. So when the command of AlJihad was sent they hated it. Source: Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an, By Sheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, page 720.
Note: A man of his word means only for good deeds. In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muahmmad: Who was about to do something good and he did not do it one good deed (= hasanah) is written for him in his Record. But if he did it then it is counted as ten good deeds for him. But who was about to do something bad and did not do it nothing is written against him but if he did it then one bad deed is written for him. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 2 page 287.
Words: Lima Taqoloun = Why do you say, Ma la Tafaloun = What you do not do.

Q: Why should a person not say what he does not intend to do?
A: It is much hatred in the Sight of Allah that you (plural) say what you do not (intend to) do.
Translation of: Ayah 3, Surat AlSaff. (61:3)
Words: Kabura Maqtan = It is much hatred, Inda Allah = In the Sight of Allah - According to Allah.

Q: When in a combat with the enemy what is the best way to fight?
A: Indeed Allah likes those who fight in His Path (to please Allah) in (closed) ranks (Saffa) as if they were a structure held firmly together (in tight formation).
Translation of: Ayah 4, Surat AlSaff. (61:4)
A side note: Make sure when you think you are going to make Jihad it is not suicide.
In a summary of a Holy Saying (= "Hadeesth Qudsi" directly from Allah but not part of the Qur'an, brought down by the Angel Gabriel, and narrated by the Prophet Muhammad): Among those before you was a man who had a wound on his hand. So he became impatient and took a knife and cut his hand. He kept on bleeding until he died. Allah said: My servant hastened, before Me (before Allah doing it), to take his soul so Paradise is forbidden for him. Source: AlAhadeesth AlQudsiyyah, (in Arabic) page 214.
Note: Remember the Prophet's saying about whoever kills himself will be raised up repeating his killing to himself. (Source will be added later insha Allah)
Words: Saffa = In (closed) ranks - Being closer together, Marssouss = Held firmly together - in tight formation.

Q: How does man not have ultimate control over his planning?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Lines 7-8 in Surat AlQasas.
A: And the woman* of Pharaoh said (Moses) a pleasure for my eyes and yours (Pharaoh) - do not kill** him perhaps he becomes of use to us or we may take him as a son (Allah says) while they were not aware***.
Translation of: Ayah 9, Surat AlQasas. (28:9)
* At the time of Pharaoh men were allowed to marry their sisters.
** Pharaoh commanded all new born boys of Beni Israel to be killed.
*** Allah destined that Moses was going to be a prophet and an enemy to Pharaoh.
Words: Qurata Aynin Li = A pleasure for my eyes, La Taqtulouh = Do not kill him, Hum La Yashuroun = While they were not aware - Not realizing.

Q: What makes a believer control his emotions, gain courage and become patient?
A: And the heart of Moses' mother became empty (devoid of happiness) - she was certainly about to reveal about him had We (Allah) not tightened (made firm)* her heart so that she becomes from the believers.
Translation of: Ayah 10, Surat AlQasas. (28:10)
* Strengthened it with patience, tranquility and courage which Allah gives to believers.
Note: Remember whose hearts also Allah strengthened with Faith.
Words: Farighan = Empty - Void, LaTubdi Bihi = Certainly to reveal about him, Rabatna = We tightened - We made firm - We strengthened.

Q: Does putting one's trust in Allah in a matter mean to sit down doing nothing about the matter?
A: And she (Moses' mother) said to his sister keep him (Moses)* within view so she (sister) watched him from a distance while they were not aware.
Translation of: Ayah 11, Surat AlQasas. (28:11)
* Moses was put in a cradle and was cast in the river.
Words: Qusseehi = Keep him within view, An Junub = From a distance.

Q: How does Allah support whom He wants without sometimes people being aware of it?
A: And We (Allah) made forbidden for him (Prophet Moses) (other) breast feeders* from before so she (Moses' sister) said shall I point out to you the people of a house who can nurse (feed and take care of) him and they will be for him good guides.
Translation of: Ayah 12, Surat AlQasas (28:12)
* Prophet Moses as an infant refused to suck milk from breast feeders other than his real mother.
Words: Adulukum = Point out to you, Yakfolounahu = Feed and take care of - Support - Adopt, Nasihoun = Good Guides.

Q: What is an example in life about Allah keeps His Promise?
A: So We (Allah) returned him (Moses) to his mother so that her eyes become pleased (relaxed) and she does not grieve and that she knows that the Promise* of Allah is True but most of them (people) do not realize.
Translation of: Ayah 13, Surat (28:13)
* What special Promise was inspired to Moses' mother?
Words: Taqqarra Aynuha = Her eyes become pleased - She becomes relaxed, La Tahzan = She does not grieve, Akstharahum = Most of them, La Ya'lamoun = They do not realize.

Q: What quality should be sought also in jobs that require physical strength?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Lines 23-25 in Surat AlQasas.
A: One of them (two young women) said my father hire him (Moses) indeed the best to hire is the strong the honest.
Translation of: Ayah 26, Surat AlQasas (28:26)
Words: Esta'jirhu = Hire him, Khayra men Eta'jarta = The best to hire, AlQawi = The strong, AlAmeen = The honest.

Q: Why entering into marriage is like entering into a business deal between the two families of the bride and the groom?
Note: Mutual understanding is required.
A: He (girl's father) said indeed I want to give into wedlock to you (Moses) one of these two daughters of mine based on (condition) that you work* for me for eight years but if you completed ten years so this will be from you (your free will) - and I do not want to make it hard for you you will find me Allah willing from the righteous persons (= AlSaliheen); He (Moses) said that (agreement) is between me and you - any of the two terms I stay then there is no attack on me and Allah is upon what we say a Witness.
Translation of: Ayah 27 - 28, Surat AlQasas (28:27-28)
* Like paying a dowry.
Words: Ureedu = I want, Unkihaka = to give into wedlock - in marriage, Ta'jurni = You work for me, Hijaj = Years, Ashuqa = Make it hard, Ayyama AlAjalayn = Any of the two terms, Udwan = Attack, Wakeel = Witness.

Q: How do many people defend deeds knowing they anger Allah?
A: So is the one to whom the evil of his work was made (by Satan) to look good so he considered* it good (equal to a believer?) - so indeed Allah leaves to stray away (from Allah's Path) whoever He wills and He (Allah) guides (to Himself) whoever He wills so (command to Prophet Muhammad) do not destroy yourself for them with regrets for Allah is All-Knowing of what they make up.
Translation of: Ayah 8, Surat Fatir. (35:8)
* He convinces himself that the bad deed is a good one.
Note: What other specific Ayat of the Qur'an rejected by the listeners made the Prophet Muhammad filled with sorrow and grief?
Words: FaRa'ahu = He considered it - He saw it, Yudhillu = Leaves to stray away, FaLa Tathhab Nafsuka = So do not destroy yourself, Hasarat = Regrets, Yasna'oun = Make up - Produce - Fabricate.

Q: Generally speaking what made the Prophet Muhammad filled with grief when his listeners used to reject the Message of Allah?
A: Ta Seen Meem*; Those are the Miraculous Signs (Qur'anic Lines) of the well developed Book (Qur'an); You (Prophet Muhammad) might be killing yourself (with worries = Bakhie'un Nafsaka) for they do not become believers**.
Translation of: Ayat 1 - 3, Surat AlShuara'. (26:1-3)
* The pronunciation of three Arabic letters that do not make a word known in the Arabic language - the language of the Qur'an. From Allah's World of the Unseen. Nobody knows their true meaning. (Possibly they refer to a part in 'the Origin of the Book = Um AlKitab' from which specific Qur'anic lines (verses) were brought down to Prophet Muhammad by the Angel Gabriel. And Allah knows best).
** Remember every Muslim should become also a believer.
Also remember that every believer (= Mo'min) is a Muslim (submitting to Allah) but not every Muslim is a believer. The Qur'an most of the time speaks to believers.
Words: AlMubeen = Well developed - Evident - Unmistakable, Bakhie'un Nafsaka = Killing yourself (with worries), Al la Yakonou Mo'mineen = For not being believers.

Q: Humans are endowed with free will to worship Allah or to disbelieve. If Allah willed how could He have easily forced humans to worship him Alone?
Note: See here how Allah defends Prophet Muhammad. Please read first the translation above of the preceding Lines 1-3 in Surat AlShuara'.
A: If We will (please) We will* (in life) send down upon them from the sky a Miraculous Sign then (they with) their necks** before it will be bent down in submission.
Translation of: Ayah 4, Surat AlShuara'. (26:4)
* Allah is Capable.
** A Threatening Tone.
Note: Towards the end of time when it is no use to believe then, Allah will send a terrifying talking Miraculous Sign.
Words: Nasha' = If We will - If We please, Fadhallat A'naquhum = Then their necks, Khadhi'een = Bent down in submission.

Q: What is the benefit of brotherhood in Islam?
A: (Prophet Moses supplicates) And appoint for me a representative from my family; Aaron (= Prophet Haroon) my brother; I increase through him my strength; And I make him share in my affair.
Translation of: Ayat 29 - 32, Surat Taha.(20:29-32)
Words: Wazeeran = Representative - Minister, Ahli = My family, Ashdud = I increase, Azri = My strength - My courage - Ashrikhu = Make him share, Amri = My affair - My business.

Q: What should be our FIRST intention when we ask Allah for a favour in life?
A: (Moses prays) So that we (Moses and Aaron) glorify You (Allah) a lot; And we remember You (Allah) a lot; For You had been of us All-Watchful; He (Allah) said You have been granted your request* O Moses (= Prophet Moosa).
Translation of: Ayat 33 - 36, Surat Taha. (20:33-36)
* What Moses prayed Allah for as mentioned in the preceding Lines 25-28 and (find above) 29-32 in Surat Taha.
Words: Nusabihuka = Glorify You, Nathkuruka = Remember You - Mention Your Name, Baseera = All-Watchful - All-Seeing.

Q: What is the duty of settled Muslims when Muslim refugees reach them?
A: And those who took houses (settled down in AlMadinah) and embraced Faith before them (new Muslim immigrants) love who immigrated to them and they do not find in their hearts any need* for what they (new immigrants) were given (of spoils...etc) and they give priority (to new immigrants) over themselves even if there were in need (poor) - and (Allah confirms) whoever is protected against his own stinginess (misery) then they are the prosperous.
Translation of: Ayah 9, Surat AlHashr. (59:9)
* No jeaslousy or hatred towards what the others are given.
Words: Tabawa'ou AlDar = Who took houses - Who settled down, AlIman = Faith, Hajara Ilayhim = Immigrated to them, La Yajidoun = They do not find, Sodorihim = Their hearts - Their chests, Haajah = Need, AlMuflihoun = The prosperous - The winners - The fortunate. Who attain salvation.

Q: What is the moral duty of new arriving Muslims towards Muslims who settled before them?
A: And those who came after them (previous settled Muslims) say our God grant Forgiveness to us and our brothers (Muslims) who believed before us and do not leave in our hearts any grudge (hatred) against those who believed - our God indeed You are Compassionate Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 10, Surat AlHashr. (59:10)
Words: Min Ba'dihim = After them, Eghfir = Grant Forgiveness, Sabaqouna = Believed before us, Sodorihim = Their hearts - Their chests, Ghil = Grudge - Hatred.

Q: What is the outcome of wars in which disbelievers among the People of the Book plan wars with the hypocrites among Muslims?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Line 14 in Surat AlHashr.
A: (Failure) Just like the parable (moral example) of those who were before them not long ago* - they suffered the bad consequences of their affair and for them is a severe punishment (on Day of Judgement).
Translation of: Ayah 15, Surat AlHashr. (59:15)
* Remember one aspect of the Qur'an being a miracle is that it refers to certain incidents/events which have a general connotation for every time and place. The specific incident was the evacuation of the Jewish Tribe of 'Beni Qainuqa' near AlMadinah after the Battle of Badr. Hypocrite Muslims planned with the other Jewish Tribe 'Bani AlNadheer' who did not learn a lesson from the evacuation of the first tribe. Source: The Holy Qur'an: English translation basd on the translation of Abdullah Yusuf Ali, page 1722.
Words: KaMasthal = Just like the parable - the moral example, Min Qablihim = Before them, Qareeban = Not long ago, Thaqou = Suffered - Tasted, Wabal Amrihim = The bad consequences of their affair.

Q: Muslims are commanded to take care of their natural environment. What about cutting trees as a tactic in wars?
A: Whatever tender palm trees you have cut* or you left them standing on their roots* then (okay) it is with Allah's permission and to humiliate those who sinfully strayed away (from Allah's Path).
Translation of: Ayah 5, Surat AlHashr. (59:5)
* Reference is to the siege and evacuation of the Jewish tribe 'Bani AlNadheer' from AlMadinah. They had a peace treaty with the Prophet Muhammad. After the battle of 'Uhud' in which Muslims were defeated they showed enmity to Muslims. So Muslims surrounded them for 21 days. Then they were peacefully evacuated with some of their belongings. During the siege Muslims cut some trees and left some trees intact. Source: "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an", by ex-Mufti of Egypt AlSheikh Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf, pages 710-711.
Note: Why was the command of evacuating them better for them (in Surat AlHashr , Ayat 3-4)
Words: Ma Qat'tun = Whatever you have cut, Min Leenatin = Of tender palm trees, Qa'imah = Standing, Usouliha = On their roots, LiYkhzi = To humiliate, AlFasiqeen = Those who sinfully strayed away (from Allah's Path).

Q: What type of spoils of war are called "gains taken without fighting = Faye" in Islam and are not to be divided as spoils (= Ghana'im) taken after a war?
A: And whatever (gains without war) Allah bestowed upon (= Afa'a) His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) from them (after evacuating Beni AlNadheer) - then you (Muslims) did not spur on for it (gains) your horses neither (you were) riding camels* - but Allah makes His messengers in control over whomever He wills and Allah upon everything is Capable.
Translation of: Ayah 6, Surat AlHashr. (59:6)
* Without fighting. When surrounded by Muslims "Banu AlNadheer" agreed peacefully without a fight to evacuate taking with them some of their belongings. So the spoils collected are called 'Faye'.
But spoils collected after fighting (war) is called 'Ghaneemah' plural 'Ghana'im'. (In Surat AlAnfal, Ayah 41)
Words: Afa' = Bestowed upon, FaMa Awjaftum = Then you did not spur on - Urge, Khayl = Horses, Rikab = Riding camels, Yussalitt Ala = Makes in control over.

Q: Why is the Islamic economic system against confining wealth in the hands of few persons of the society?
A: Whatever (gains without war) Allah bestowed upon (= Afa'a) His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad*) (collected) from the people of towns* then (distributed) according to Allah and (divided among) the Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) and the relatives (of the Prophet) and the orphans and the poor and the wayfarers** so that it (wealth) does not become circulated among the wealthy (persons) among you - and whatever the Messenger gave you (plural) then do take it and whatever he refrained you from (taking) it then do refrain and protect yourselves by fearing Allah indeed Allah is Severe in the punishment
Translation of: Ayah 7, Surat AlHashr. (59:7)
* Most of it was given out as charity. In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhamamd: After praying one night, the prophet hurriedly stepped to his house and brought out dates for charity. He said he hated to delay the charity for the next day.
Also it is reported that Aisha the wife of the Prophet Muhammad gave dates to a beggar. So a woman in her house said if you kept some for us to break the fast. Aisha said why did you not remind me. Source will be added later insha Allah.
** Jewsish settlements of 'Beni AlNadheer' round 'AlMadinah' and possibly of other tribes. Source Based on the translation of Abdullah yusuf Ali, page 1718.
*** One fifth of spoils (Ghana'im) collected after a fight (war) are distributed like 'AlFaye = spoils collected without a fight' mentioned in this Ayah. (Refer to Surat AlAnfal, Ayah 41)
Words: La Yakouna Doolatan = It does not become circulated - Rotated, AlAghniya = The wealthy (persons) - The rich, Ma Aatakum = What he gave you, Nahakum = Refrain you - Prohibited it for you, Shadeed = Severe.

Q: When Muslims win against disbelievers who regret not joining them?
Note: The translation of the preceeding Lines 51-52 in Surat AlMa'idah.
A: And those who believed (after winning a war etc) say (surprisingly) are those (hypocrite Muslims) the ones (then) who swore by Allah with the most solemn of their oaths that they are certainly with you (Muslims) - their (hypocrite) deeds have failed (in life) so they became losers*.
Translation of: Ayah 53, Surat AlMa'idah. (5:53)
* Hypocrites among Muslims regret then that they left Muslims and allied with Muslims' enemies. (in Surat 'AlMujadilah').
Note: What makes hypocrite Muslims join forces with the enemies of Muslims. (in Surat 'AlTawbah')
Words: Jahda Aymanihim = With the most solemn of their oaths, Habitat = Failed.

Q: Whom do Muslims who believe in Allah and the Other Day never befriend?<
A: You will not find a people believing in Allah and the Other Day making friends with whoever vehemently opposes (fights) Allah and His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) even if they were their fathers or sons or brothers or their kinsfolk - those (believers) He (Allah) had dictated Faith (believing) in their hearts and He (Allah) aided them with a spirit (angel = Rooh*) from Him - and He will admit them into Gardens underneath which the rivers flow remaining for eternity in them - Allah became satisfied with them and they became satisfied with Him (Allah) - those are the Alliance (group) of Allah - well the Alliance of Allah are the prosperous (who attain salvation).
Translation of: Ayah 22, Surat AlMujadilah. (58:22)
* In life when Allah commands angels come to the support (= awliya') of those believers Allah is satisfied with them. (in Surat 'Fusilat')
Note: Jews and Christians who believe in Allah (Eloh or as Christians call 'God Father') and the Other Day befriend Muslims.
Words: La Tajid = You will not find, Qawman = A people - A community, Yuwadoona = Making friends, Haada = Vehemently opposes - Fights, Asheeratahum = Their kinsfolk, Kataba = Dicated, Ayyadahum = He aided, Rooh = Spirit - Angel, Radhou = They became satisfied, Hizb = Alliance - Group, AlMuflihoun = The prosperous - The winners - The fortunate - Who attain salvation.

Q: Why should Muslims befriend humble Muslims who constantly pray and give the prescribed charity in Islam?
(Refer to the translation of the preceding Line 55 in Surat AlMa'idah)
A: And whoever becomes an ally of Allah and His Messenger (Prophet Muhammad) and those who believed then the Alliance of Allah are the winners.
Translation of: Ayah 56, Surat AlMa'idah. (5:56)
Words: Yatawalla = Becomes an ally of, Becomes a supporter, Hizb = Alliance - Group, AlGhaliboun = The winners.

Q: How are hypocrite Muslims good in making up excuses for referring to judgement in quarrels to other than what Allah commanded (as explained in the preceding Lines Ayah 60 and 61 of Suat AlNisa)?
A: So what they (hypocrite Muslims) would have done should a calamity befall them because of what their hands sent (bad deeds) forward* then they would have come to you (Prophet Muhammad) swearing by Allah that we wanted (only) the performance of good deeds and settlement.
Translation of: Ayah 62, Surat AlNisa'. (4:62)
* bad deeds they did. Remember Muslims who disobey the commands of the Qur'an and the Way of the Prophet are inflicted with "Fitnah" = Ordeal or Punishment through a testing from Allah. (in Surat AlNoor)
Words: Aradna = We wanted, AIhsan = Performing good deeds, Tawfeeq = Settlement.

Q: Why should believers ignore and not be affected by hypocrites who do not harm Muslims (harming such as by raging war against Muslims)?
A: Those (hypocrites) are the ones Allah knows what is in their hearts so (command to Prophet Muhammad) do leave them alone (= FaA'ridh)* from them and give moral lessons to them (advise them) and say to them a serious Word that penetrates their souls.
Translation of: Ayah 63, Surat AlNisa'. (4:63)
* Ignore what they did so that not to be affected by it.
Note: It is a duty of Muslims to advise hypocirtes to help them come back to Allah's Path. (Refer to Ayah 65 in Surat AlNisa')
Words: FaA'ridh Anhum = So leave them alone, Idhhum = Give moral lessons to them, Fi Anfusihim = That penetrates their souls, Qawlan Baleeghan = A serious word - A grave word.

Q: In things such as quarrels among people if hypocrite Muslims seek judgement other than Muslims' judgement will they then obey Allah in difficult tasks if Allah commanded them?
A: And if We (Allah) dictated upon them (hypocrite Muslims) to kill yourselves or to quit your houses they would have not done it except a few of them and if they acted according to the moral lessons they were given it would have certainly been better for them and stronger in confirmation (of their Faith); And then We (Allah) would have certainly given them from Us a great reward (Paradise in the Other World); And We would have certainly guided them to a Straight Path* (in this life).
Translation of: Ayat 66 - 68, Surat AlNisa'. (4:66-68)
* A Straight Path that leads to Paradise.
Words: Ashaddu = Stronger - More, Tasthbeeta = Confirmation - Affirmation.

Q: What do Muslims think of a hypocrite Muslim who does an action that clearly betrays other Muslims and harm them?
A: So what is wrong with you (Muslims) that you became about the hypocrites two parties* and Allah has set them back (to disbelieving = Arkasahum) because of what they earned (of hypocrite deeds) - are you (Muslims) going to guide (to Allah's Path) whomever Allah left to go astray and whomever Allah leaves to go astray then you** (Prophet Muhammad) will not find for him a Way (back to Allah's Path).
Translation of: Ayah 88, Surat AlNisa'. (4:88)
* Defending and opposing parties.
** Remember people try to direct a person to Allah's Path. But it is Allah who helps the person who is willing to be on Allah's Path to be there. (in Surat AlQasas)
Words: FaMa Lakum = So what is wrong with you, Arkasahum = Set them back - Len Tajida lahu Sabeela = You will not find for him a Way - A Path.

Q: What should Muslims look for in the actions of hypocrite Muslims before trusting them again?
A: They (hypocrite Muslims*) loved if you (Muslims) disbelieve as they disbelieved so you all become the same - so do not take from them allies until they emigrate** in the Path of Allah but if they turn away (remained hypocrites) then seize them and kill them wherever you find them and do not take from them any ally or supporter.
Translation of: Ayah 89, Surat AlNisa'. (4:89)
* When Prophet Muhammad ordered Muslims to emigrate from Mecca to AlMadinah some hypocrite Muslims stayed back with excuses. So Muslims in AlMadinah became two parties about them. Some defending them and the others against them. Allah revealed they were hypocrites supporting disbelievers in their wars against Muslims. If they do not show their Islam by emigrating like the other Muslims they deserved to be killed like those disbelievers in Mecca who were against the Prophet and his companions. Source: "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an" pages 124-125 and Ibn Kastheer volume 1.
** Until they listen to the order of Prophet Muhammad about emigrating from Mecca to AlMadinah. In this way they will join Muslims in their wars against their enemy.
Please read first above the translation of the preceding Line (88) in Surat AlNisa'.
Words: Waddou = They loved, Takforoun = If you disbelieve, Tawallaw = Turned away, La Tatakhithou = Do not take, Waliyya = Ally - Helper, Naseera = Supporter.

Q: Some persons who do not want to join other Muslims in fighting Muslims' enemy - why should Muslims not consider them also enemies?
A: Only those (Muslims considered hypocrites) who join people - between you and them (people) is a treaty (of peace) or those who came to you (Muslims) - their chests felt tight* against fighting you or fighting their people - and if Allah willed He would certainly have made them (Muslims considered hypocrites) in control to pursue you then they would have fought you - so if they abandoned you then they did not fight you and they offered you peace then Allah did not give you a way (reason) to fight them.
Translation of: Ayah 90, Surat AlNisa'. (4:90)
* They came with the enemy but they did not want to fight you or fight their people.
Words: Yasilouna = They join, Meesthaq = Treaty, Hasirat = Felt tight, Sallatahum = Made them in control to pursue you - Empowered them, E'tazaloukum = They abandoned you - They kept away from you, Ma Ja'ala Allah Lakum alayhim Sabeela = Allah did not give you a way (reason) to fight them.

Q: But which only 'hypocrite' Muslims other Muslims can consider their enemies and fight them?
A: You (plural) will see others (coward Muslims 'considered hypocrites') - they want to play it safe with you and with their people - every time they are put back in (some) ordeal trial (prosecution = AlFitnah) they are set back (to disbelieving = Urkisou) - so if they do not abandon you and they do not offer you peace and hold back their hands* (from fighting you) then seize them and kill them wherever you find them - and those ones We (Allah) gave you upon them a clear authority (to fight them).
Translation of: Ayah 91, Surat AlNisa'. (4:91)
* Muslims were ordered before the Command of AlJihad to hold back their hands and not fight.
Note:
You may think a person is a hypocrite while according to Allah he is a believer. Please read the translation of the succeeding Lines 92-93 in Surat AlNisa'.
Words: Urkisou = They were set back, AlFinah = Ordeal trial - Prosecution, Ya'taziloukum = Abandon you, Yakuffou = Hold back their hands - Not to fight, Sthaqiftomouhum = You find them, Sultan = Authority - Legitimation.

Q: What is an example of it goes without saying (naturally) that humans must work on getting a better understanding of the Qur'an whose Lines are clear enough for humans to understand the Message behind them?
A: Those believers who sat down (did not join war) other than the disbabled ones* are not equal to those who make AlJihad in the Path of Allah (pleases Allah) with their wealth and their souls - Allah had favoured those who make AlJihad with their wealth and their souls over those who sit down with a (one higher) rank - and all (Muslims) Allah had promised the Best Outcome (Paradise) and Allah had favoured those who make AlJihad over those who sit down with a Superb Reward.
Translation of: Ayah 95, Surat AlNisa'. (4:95)
* In any society it is clearly understood that disabled persons have a legitimate excuse not to take part physically in a war.
In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: 'Zayd Bin Thabit' was asked by Prophet Muhammd to write down the Ayah (4:95) without the phrase (other than the disbaled ones = Ghayu Uli alDharar). The companion 'Abdullaah Ibn Maktoum' who was a blind man heard the Prophet and said: O Messenger of Allah if I could fight I would have fought (note: he did not undertand Allah's Mercy in the whole Qur'an. But the Qur'an was interactive with people living at the time of its descending). Zayd Bin Thabit said he felt the Prophet's thigh pressing his thigh very hard when tranquility overwhelmed (= Ghashiyathu AlSakeenah) him the second time and the Prophet went into a semi faint (when the Qur'an was descending) again and then he felt relief (= Suriya Anhu) and the Prophet asked Zayd to write the Ayah with the phrase. Source: Ibn Kastheer, volume 1, pages 760-761.
Words: La Yastawi = Are not equal, AlQa'idoun = Who sit down - Who do not join war - Who remained behind, Ghayru Uli AlDharar, Fadhalla = Favoured, Darajah = Rank, Ajran = Reward, Adheema = Superb - Great.

Q: All believers who obey the commands of Allah are promised Paradise (either directly there or after getting punishment for their sins) - so what is the "Superb (Great) Reward = Ajr Adheem" which is often mentioned in the Qur'an?
A: Ranks (in Paradise) from Him (Allah) and Forgiveness and Mercy and Allah is Most-Forgiving Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 96, Surat AlNisa'. (4:96)
Words: Darajat = Ranks, Maghfirah = Forgiveness.

Q: When asked among men who is the most noble* man why did Prophet Muhammad say Prophet Yusuf (= Joseph)?
A: And that is how your God picks you (Prophet Joseph = Yusuf) and He teaches you from the interpretation of sayings and He completes His Blessing upon you (Prophet Joseph) and upon the family of Jacob (= Ya'qoub) as He completed it upon your two grandfathers before - Abraham (= Ibraheem) and Isaac (= Ishaq) indeed your God is All-Knowing All-Wise.
Translation of: Ayah 6, Surat Yusuf. (12:6)
* Prophet Muhammad said: The most noble (= AlAkram) son of the most noble son of the most noble son of the most noble is 'Yusuf' son of 'Ya'qoub' son of 'Ishaq' son of 'Ibraheem'. Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 2, page 684.
Refer to no 11 on this Website's map of prophets.
Words: Yajtabeeka = Picks you - Selects you, Abawayka = Your two grandfathers, Ta'weel = Interpretation, AlAhadeesth = Sayings.

Q: Why do we say in Islam "The heart of a BELIEVER is his indicator (to the right way) = Qalb AlMo'min Daleeluh"?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said O our father what is wrong with you that you do not trust us with Joseph and indeed we are the ones who advise him*; Send him with us tomorrow to enjoy himself and play and indeed we are going certainly to guard him; He (Prophet Jacob = Ya'qoub) said indeed it certainly does make me sad that you are going to take him with you and I fear that the wolf may eat him while you are of him unaware.
Translation of: Ayat 11 - 13, Surat Yusuf. (12:11-13)
* Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) was the youngest step brother after Benjamin (Benyamin).
Words: Qalou = They said, MaLaka = What is wrong with you, La Ta'manna = You do not trust us, Yarte' = Enjoy himself, Yalab = Play, LaHafidhoun = We are going to certainly guard him - to keep watch over him, Ghafiloun = Unaware.

Q: How do those who make up lies tend to argue with falsehood to invalidate the truth?
A: And they (Joseph's half brothers) came to their father at night time crying; They said O our father indeed we went racing and we left Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) near our belongings then the wolf ate him - and you are not going to believe us even if we were telling the truth.
Translation of: Ayat 16 - 17, Surat Yusuf. (12:16-17).
Words: Isha'an = At night time, Yabkoun = Crying, Nastabiq = Racing, Sadiqeen = Telling the truth.

Q: What is a believer's heart filled with in front of calamaties?
A: And they (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) came on his shirt with false blood - he (Prophet Jacob "Ya'qoub) said rather your souls tempted you into a conspiracy - so beautiful patience* and Allah is Whose assistance is sought against what (lies) you describe.
Translation of: Ayah 18, Surat Yusuf. (12:18).
* With no complaints or excessive show of emotions such as anger.
Words: BiDamin = Kathib = False, Sawwalat = Tempted - Convinced, Amra = Conspiracy, AlMusta'an = Whose assistance is sought.

Q: Besides Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) vision when he was a boy (teenager) what else indicates his prophethood from his teenage years?
A: They (Joseph's half brothers) said certainly if the wolf would eat him while we are a related group indeed then we are certainly losers; So when they took him and they made a joint decision to put him in the unseen bottom of the well and We (Allah) revealed to him (Prophet Joseph) that you are certainly going to inform them (years later) about this matter of theirs while they are not aware (Joseph is talking to them).
Translation of: Ayat 14 - 15, Surat Yusuf. (12:14-15).
Words: AlThi'b = The wolf, Ussbah = Related group, LaKhasiroun = Certainly losers, Awhayna = We revealed to him, LaTunabiannahum = You are certainly going to inform them, La Yashuroun = When they are not aware.

Q: How much did those who found Prophet Joseph when he was a teenager thrown in the well by his half brothers value him?
Note: Prophet Joseph grew up to be the second important person in Egypt.
A: And some travelers came and they sent their person who draws water so he let down his leather bucket - he said what good news this is a boy (Prophet Joseph = Yusuf) and they hid him as a merchandise (slave) and Allah is All-Knowing of they were doing.
Note: Bedouin Arabs say who does not know the (value of a) falcon he roasts it = "Illi ma yea'rif AlSagr Yeshweeh".
Translation of: Ayah 19, Surat Yusuf. (12:19)
* The value of falcons in hunting prey to the dwellers of the desert.
Words: Sayyaratun = Some travellers, Waridahum = Their person who draws water, FaAdla = So he let down, Dalwahu = His leather bucket, Ya Bushr = What good news, Ghulam = A boy - a teenager - A young man, Asarroohu = They hid him, Bidha'atan = As a merchandise.

Q: What shows that those who found Prophet Joseph thrown in the well deemed him insignificant?
A: And they (Prophet Joseph's half brothers) sold him (Prophet Joseph = Yusuf) for a very low price - few dirhams* and they were in him among those who have no interest.
Translation of: Ayah 20, Surat Yusuf. (12:20)
* In Arabic "Drahim", one is "Dirham". A currency unit still used in some Arab countries.
Words: Sharawhu = They sold him, BiSthamanin Bakhsin = For a very low price, Kanou Feehi Mina AlZahideen = They were in him among those who have no interest - among those who deem him insignificant.

Q: Why does the Qur'an (Allah's Word) tell us the narrative of Prophet Joseph = Yusuf?
A: Certainly there were in (narrative of) Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) and his brothers Miraculous Signs (indicative of Allah's Attributes*) for the questioners; When they (Joseph's half brothers) said certainly Joseph and his brother (Benjamin = Benyamin) are more beloved to our father (Prophet Jacob = Ya'qoub) than us while we are a (related) group indeed our father is certainly in manifest error.
Translation of: Ayat 7 - 8, Surat Yusuf. (12:7-8)
* Allah's Attributes.
Words: Ahabu = More beloved, Ussbah = A (related) group, Dhalal = Error, Mubeen = Manifest - Clear.

Q: As Prophet Muhammad said: Allah is Pure and does not accept except what is pure = Inna Allah Tayyeb La Yaqbal Illa AlTayyeb), why should a person refrain from the intention to repent after the intention of doing a bad action (Like the intention of repentance after drinking alcohol this time)?
A: (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers say) Kill Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) or put him in a far away land your father's attention becomes towards you only and after that (action) you become righteous persons; One of them said do not kill Joseph and throw him in in the unseen bottom of the well some of the travelers may pick him if you are doing (it - the bad deed).
Translation of: Ayat 9 - 10, Surat Yusuf. (12:9-10)
Words: Utrohouhu Ardhan = Put him in a far away land, Yakhlu Lakum Wajhu Abeekum = Your father's attention becomes towards you only - Your father will be only yours, Yaltaqitthu = Will pick him.

Q: What is an example of Allah honoring whomever Allah wills and humiliating whomever Allah wills*?
* Refer to Ayah 26 in Surat AlImran .
A: So when they (the half brothers) entered into his (Prophet Joseph = Yusuf's) presence they said O honorable dignitary (as prime minister = AlAzeez**) harm has afflicted us and our family and we came with merchandise which sells badly so do give us adequate measure and be charitable to us indeed Allah rewards the charitable.
Translation of: Ayah 88, Surat Yusuf. (12:88)
** AlAzeez was initially the title of the person who bought and took care of Prophet Joseph when his half brothers left him in a well. According to "The Holy Qur'an: English Translation --- based on the translation of Abdullah Yusuf Ali, page 646: (After Prophet Joseph interpreted the king's dream about famine (skinny cows swallowing fat cows) the king (= Malik) of Egypt appointed Prophet Joseph as his personal Wazir (Vizier). If, as is probable, the 'Aziz' had by this time died (for he is never mentioned again) Joseph succeeded to his office and he is addressed as 'Aziz'. (Also in Ayah 78)
Words: AlAzeez = The honorable dignitary - The honorable "prime minister", Ji'na = We came with , BiBidha'ah = Merchandise, Muzjatin = Which sells badly - Has no market, Yajzi = Rewards, AlMutassadiqeen = The charitable.

Q: What Promise of Allah to Prophet Joseph (when a teenager) concening what the brothers plotted against Joseph came true? (Refer to Ayah 15.)
A: He (Joseph = Prophet Yusuf) said do you still remember what you did to Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) and his brother (Benjamin*) when you were ignorant.
Translation of: Ayah 89, Surat Yusuf. (12:89)
* When Prophet Joseph kept his youngest brother Benjamin in Egypt and sent his half brothers back to their land (in Canaan, Benjamin told Prophet Joseph about the injustice he endured on the hands of his half brothers. Source: The Holy Qur'an English translation based on Abdullah Yusuf Ali's translation, page 660.
Words: Hel Alimtum = Do you still remember, Ma Fa'altum = What you did, Jahiloun = Ignorant - Showing immaturity - Stupid.

Q: What do Muslims have to do besides finding solutions to their problems?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said perhaps is it you certainly you are Joseph* (Prophet Yusuf) - he said I am Joseph and this is my brother (Benjamin = Benyamin) Allah has bestowed His Favour on us indeed whoever protects himself (by fearing Allah) and remains patient then indeed Allah does not leave to waste the reward of those who perfect their Faith.
Translation of: Ayah 90, Surat Yusuf. (12:90)
* Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) was endowed with beauty from Allah. Remember Prophet Muhammad said companions of Paradise will enter Paradise with the beauty of Prophet Joseph (Yusuf), age of Jesus peace be upon him and the Arabic tongue of Prophet Muhammad.
Words: AInnaka = Perhaps is it you, LaAnta = Certainly you are, La Yudhee' = Does not leave to waste, AlMuhsineen = Those who perfect their Faith - The good doers.

Q: Being the sons of a prophet (Prophet Jacob (also known as Israel = Ya'qoub) what indicates their intention of repentance?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said by Allah certainly Allah had favoured you upon us and indeed we were certainly wrong doers.
Translation of: Ayah 91, Surat Yusuf. (12:91)
Words: Ta Lilah = By Allah, LaQad Astharaka = Certainly had favoured you, LaKhate'een = Certainly wrong doers.

Q: Why does Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) have confidence that Allah will accept his half brothers' repentance and that Allah will forgive them?
A: He (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said no reproof to you today - Allah will forgive you and He is the Most-Merciful among those who show mercy.
Translation of: Ayah 92, Surat Yusuf. (12:92)
Words: Tasthreeb = Reproof - Blame, Arham = The Most-Merciful, AlRahimeen = Those who show mercy - The merciful.

Q: What is a proof that Prophet Yusuf was receiving revelation from Allah?
A: Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) speaks to his half brothers) go with this shirt of mine and do cast it over my father's face he will become (again) endowed with eyesight and bring me all of your family.
Translation of: Ayah 93, Surat Yusuf. (12:93)
Words: FaAlqouhu = So do cast it, Ya'ti Basseera = He will become endowed with eyesight, Utouni = Bring me, Ajma'een = All, All of them.

Q: How was Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) tested* by Allah when he lost his two sons Joseph and his younger brother Benjamin (Benyamin)?
A: And he (Prophet Jacob** = Ya'qoub) turned away from them (his children) and he said how great is my sorrow over Joseph (= Yusuf) and his eyes went white with grief so he was silent concealing his emotion (grief).
Translation of: Ayah 84, Surat Yusuf. (12:84)
* Refer to Harun Yahya's commentary on the mentioned Ayah.
** Also known as Prophet Israel.
Words: Tawwalla = He turned away, YaAsafi = How great is my sorrow - Alas, Kazheem = Silent concealing his emotion (grief).

Q: Why should persons who plot to harm someone be aware that their turn may come to be plotted against them?
A: And the (half) brothers of Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) came (to Egypt) so they entered into his presence so he recognized them while they could not recognize him; So when he (Prophet Yusuf) supplied them with their necessary items (provisions and corn) he said bring me a (half) brother of yours (Benjamin = Benyamin) of your (same) father - do you not see that I give adequate measure and I am best of hosts*.
Translation of: Ayat 58 - 59, Surat Yusuf. (12:58-59)
* It was time of famine in Canaan so Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers came to Egypt for food.
Words: FaArafahum = So he recognized them, Munkiroun = They could not recognize him, Jahhazahum = Supplied them, BiJahazihim = With their necessary items, Uwfi = Give adequate, AlKayl = Measure, Khairul Munzileen = Best of hosts.

Q: What was Prophet Joseph's motive in playing a trick on his half brothers who threw him when he was a child in a well?
A: (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) continues) But if you do not bring him (Benjamin (Benyamin*) to me then no measure for you from me and do not come near me; They (Prophet Joseph's half brothers) said we will try to win him from his father and indeed we are certainly going to do (it).
Translation of: Ayat 60 - 61, Surat Yusuf. (12:60-61)
* Prophet Joseph's younger brother.
Words: Lem Ta'touni Bihi = If you do not bring him to me, Kayla = Measure, LaFa'iloun = We are certainly going to do (it).

Q: What incentives did Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) give to his half brothers to make them return back to Egypt with his younger brother*?
* Prophet Joseph had a good intention of seeing his younger brother (Benjamin = Benyamin) who was the 2nd most beloved to his father after Joseph. According to Ibn Kastheer, volume 2, pages 705-706: When his half brothers talked to Prophet Joseph they told him that they had another brother called Benjamin (BenYamin) whose elder brother (Joseph) perished in the desert. So Prophet Joseph insisted that they bring Benjamin if they told him the truth.
A: And he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said to his servants put (back) their merchandise (which they exchanged for grain) in their saddlebags so they may recognize it (only) when they go back to their people so that they may return**.
Translation of: Ayah 62, Surat Yusuf. (12:62)
** According to Ibn Kastheer, giving them back their merchandise was an incentive to make them come again to exchange it for food and also Prophet Joseph worried that they might not have more merchandise to exchange so they would not come.
Words: LiFityanhu = To his servants, Bidha'atahum = Their merchandise - Their commodity, Rihalihim = Saddlebags, La'alahum = So that they may, Hopefully, Itha Inqalabou = When they go back.

Q: What makes a believer accept to do something although he somehow feels that something wrong is going to happen?
A: So when they (Joseph's half brothers) returned to their father they said O our father no more measure (of grain) for us so send with us our brother to get our measure and indeed we are certainly going to guard him; He (Prophet Jacob (Y'aqoub) said shall I not trust you with him (Benjamin (Benyamin) simply as I trusted you with his brother (Prophet Joseph) before then Allah is the Best among those who guard and He is the Most-Merciful among those who show mercy.
Translation of: Ayat 63 - 64, Surat Yusuf. (12:63-64)
Words: Hel Aamonukum Alayhi Illa KaMa Amintukum = Shall I not trust you with him simply as I trusted you, Khayrun Hafidha = The Best among those who guard - who watch over.

Q: What motivated Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers to go back to Prophet Joseph in Egypt?
A: So when they (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) opened their baggage they found their merchandise returned to them - they said O our father what else we want - this is our merchandise* returned to us and we will provide for our family and we will guard our (youngest) brother (Benjamin (Benyamin) - and we will get an added measure of a camel's load (of grain) - that is an easy measure.
Translation of: Ayah 65, Surat Yusuf. (12:65)
* No need to worry about other merchandise for exchanging it for food.
Words: Mata'ahum = Their baggage, Wajadou = They found, Ruddat = Returned, Ma Nabghi = What else we want, Nameeru (verb Amara) = We provide for our family, Nazdadu Kayla Ba'eer = We will get an added measure of a camel's load, Yaseer = Easy.

Q: When Muslims take an oath by Allah what exactly does it mean?
A: He (Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) said I will not send him (Benjamin (Benyamin) with you (his sons) until you give me a solemn pledge (binding agreement = Mawsthiqan) by* Allah that you will certainly bring him back to me except if you become in captivity so when they gave him their bidning agreement he said Allah upon what we say is Trustworthy.
Translation of: Ayah 66, Surat Yusuf. (12:66)
* In the Name of Allah as the Witness.
Words: Mawsthiqan = A solemn pledge - A binding agreement - A solemn promise - An oath, An Yuhatta Bikum = You become in captivity, Wakeel = Trustworthy - We put our trust in - in Charge.

Q: What is an example that explains what Prophet Muhammad said "Tie your riding animal (take precaution) then put your trust in Allah"?
A: And he (Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) said O my sons do not enter from one gate and do enter* from separated gates - and I (as a Prophet) do not avail anything to you against Allah rather the Ruling is Allah's - in Him I put my trust and in Him let those who depend put their trust.
Translation of: Ayah 67, Surat Yusuf. (12:67)
* As eleven brothers take precaution not to attract people's eyes which can harm them through envy, suspicion, conspiracy etc, especially they will be strangers in Egypt coming from Canaan. Source: The Holy Qur'an: English translation based on the translation of Abdullah Yusuf Ali, page 651.
Words: Mutafarriqah = Separated, Ma Ughni = I do not avail, In AlHukmu = Rather the ruling, Mawakkaltu = I put my trust, AlMutawakiloun = Those who depend - Those who put their trust.

Q: Why did Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) tell his sons to be cautious knowing that if Allah wants them to be harmed nothing will stop it?
A: And when they (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) brothers) entered from where their father ordered them nothing could have availed them against Allah (Allah's Will*) - except for a desire (of giving advice) in Jacob's (Ya'qoub's) heart - he fulfilled it (he told them to be cautious) and he certainly has knowledge of what We (Allah) taught him but most people do not know (this Truth).
Translation of: Ayah 68, Surat Yusuf. (12:68)
* Caution does not prevent Allah's Will. If something Allah wills to happen it will happen no matter how cautious one is.
Words: Hajatan = Desire, Nafs = Heart - Soul, Qhadhaha = He fulfilled it, LaThou Ilm = Certainly has knowledge.

Q: How did Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) manage to have a chance to talk privately with his own brother Benjamin (Benyamin)?
A: And when they (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) brothers) entered into his presence he (Prophet Yusuf) received his brother (Benyamin) as a guest (in his own dwelling quarters*) - he said indeed I am your brother so do not feel miserable about what they (their half brothers) were doing.
Translation of: Ayah 69, Surat Yusuf. (12:69)
* The eleven brothers were accommodated two by two. Benjamin was the odd one (just as he was during the hospitable feast offered by Prophet Joseph when the brothers arrived in Egypt). So Prophet Joseph, the Wazir, took him to himself. He thus got a chance of privacy with him. Source: The Holy Qur'an: English translation based on the translation of Abdullah Yusuf Ali, page 652.
Words: Aawa = He received as a guest, Tabts'es = Feel miserable.

Q: What did Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) do to keep his younger brother (Benjamin) and to teach his half brothers a moral lesson about the consequences of parting with a brother (as they previously intentionally parted with Prophet Joseph)?
A: So when he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) supplied them with their necessary items (provisions and corn) he put the drinking vessel in the saddlebag of his brother (Benjamin (Benyamin) then a caller publicly called O you the caravan - indeed you are certainly thieves.
Translation of: Ayah 70, Surat Yusuf. (12:70)
Words: AlSiqayah = The drinking vessel, Rahli = In the saddlebag, Athanaa = Publicly called, AlEer = The Caravan, LSariqoun = Certainly are thieves.

Q: Without revealing his identity to his brothers what was the only possible plan for Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) to keep his younger brother Benjamin (Benyamin) with him?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said and they came towards them - what are you missing; They said the king's goblet (drinking glass) and for whoever brings it a camel's load (of provision) and of that I (Prophet Yusuf) am a guarantor; They said by Allah certainly you have known that we have not come here to cause corruption in the land and neither were we thieves.
Translation of: Ayat 71 - 73, Surat Yusuf. (12:71-73)
Words: Suwa' = Goblet - Beaker - Drinking cup, Himlu Ba'eer = Camel's load, Zaeem = Guarantor, TaLilah = By Allah.

Q: To carry out Allah's plan for Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) what specific ruling was asked from the 11 brothers?
A: They (The Egyptians) said then what should be the penalty if you (the 11 brothers) turn out to be liars; They (the 11 brothers) said* the penalty (in their land) for the one in whose saddlebag it (the goblet) is found then he will become his (the one whose item is stolen) recompense (slave) - that is how we punish** the transgressors (wrongdoers).
Translation of: Ayat 74 - 75, Surat Yusuf. (12:74-75)
* They are very relaxed in their speech because they are innocent of stealing.
** It was their family custom. It was long before the Mosaic law which laid down full restitution for theft, and if the culprit had nothing, he was to be sold for his theft (Exod. xxii. 3). Source: The Holy Qu'ran: English translation based on the translation of Abdullah Yusuf Ali, page 654. (Slave for a year: Source: Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an, in Arabic, page 313.
Words: Wujida = Is found, Jaza'ohu = He will become his recompense - his repayment - his slave, Najzi = We punish - We repay.

Q: Who inspired Prophet Joseph with the plan to keep his younger brother Benjamin with him?
A: So he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) started with their vessels (containers) before his brother's (Benjamin's (Benyamin's) vessel then he took it out of his brother's container - that is how We (Allah) plotted (= Kidna*) for Joseph (Yusuf) - he was not going to take his brother to be under obligation (commitment) to the king except if Allah wills it - (this is how) We (Allah) raise ranks of whom We (Allah) will and over everyone with knowledge - (Allah) an All-Knowing.
Translation of: Ayah 76, Surat Yusuf. (12:76)
* In Arabic 'Kidna' can be used for both good planning and bad planning. Source: Ex-Mufti of Egypt's 'Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an', page 313.
Words: BiAwiyatihim = With their vessels - Containers, Fi Deeni lMalik = Under obligation to the king - Under commitment to the king - Under the ruling - law of the king.

Q: What shows that Prophet Joseph's half brothers were even jealous of their youngest half brother Benjamin (Benyamin)?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said if he (Benjamin (Benyamin) steals then a brother (Prophet Joseph) of him did steal before* so Yusuf kept it secret to himself and he did not reveal it to them he said (to himself) you (as a group) are worst in position (compared to Prophet Joseph's) and Allah knows what you describe.
Translation of: Ayah 77, Surat Yusuf. (12:77)
* In Ibn Kastheer, Volume 2, page 709 and Ex-Mufti of Egypt - Hassanain Muhammad Makhlouf's "Safwat AlBayan liMa'ani AlQur'an', page 313: When little Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) found an idol of gold and silver which belonged to his maternal grandfather so he broke it and threw it.
Words: Yasreq = He steals, FaAsarraha Yusuf = So Yusuf kept it secret, Sharun Makana = Worst in position, Tassifoun = You describe.

Q: Generally speaking what action revealed the good bringing up of Prophet Yusuf's half brothers?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) said (to Prophet Yusuf) O honorable dignitary indeed he has an aged father so do take one of us in his place indeed we consider you among the beneficent (charitable) persons.
Translation of: Ayah 78, Surat Yusuf. (12:78)
Words: Inna Naraka = Indeed we consider you - Indeed we see you, Mina AlMuhsineen = Among the beneficent persons - charitable persons - Among those who do good and cause good to be done.

Q: Why is it not allowed to punish an innocent person for a crime committed by another person?
A: He (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said (I am) seeking refuge with Allah (from this) that we take except the one with whom we found our utensil (otherwise) indeed then we are certainly transgressors (going beyond Allah's Limits).
Translation of: Ayah 79, Surat Yusuf. (12:79)
Words: Ma'atha Allah = Seeking refuge with Allah - Seeking Allah's Protection - Allah forbid, Mata'ana = Our utensil - Our household goods, LaDhalimoun = Certainly are transgressors - Certainly we go beyond Allah's Limits.

Q: Until when a believer should work on fulfilling any good promise he made?

A: So when they (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) half brothers) gave up all hope in him (Prophet Joseph relenting) they withdrew for a secret conversation - their leader said did you not know that your father had taken from you a solemn pledge* by Allah - and before about what you negligently let go (Farrattum) regarding Yusuf so I will not quit this land until my father gives me permission or Allah rules (something else) and He is the Best Ruler.
Translation of: Ayah 80, Surat Yusuf. (12:80)
* Prophet Jacob's (Ya'qoub's) solemn pledge (= Mawsthiq) with his sons about Benjamin (Benyamin). (in Ayah 66)
Words: Estayasou = They gave up all hope, Kabeeruhum = Their leader, Ma Farrattum Fi = About what you negligently let go regarding - Negligently abandoned - Negligently missed, FaLen Abraha = So I will not quit, Ya'thana Li = Gives me permission, Khairu AlHakimeen = The Best Ruler.

Q: Why could not Prophet Joseph's brothers prevent the incident of 'theft' blamed on their youngest brother Benjamin (Benyamin)?
A: (The leader* among the brothers says) Go back to your father and say O our father indeed your son (Benjamin (Benyamin) committed a theft and we have not testified (revealed) except what we knew (about the theft) and we were not against the unforeseen overseers.
Translation of: Ayah 81, Surat Yusuf. (12:81)
* According the famous translator "Abdullah Yusuf Ali" in 'The Holy Qur'an: English translation', page 657: According to the biblical story the brother who had taken the most active part in the this transaction was Judah, one of the elder brothers, being the fourth son after Reuben, Simeon, and Levi. It was Judah who stood surety to Jacob for Benjamin. It is natural that Judah should as here offer to stay behind.
Words: Saraqa = Committed a theft, Ma Shahidna = We have not testified - We have not borne witness, Hafidheen = Overseers - Protectors - Guardians.

Q: Why were the brothers of Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) asked to give supporting information about the 'theft' case?
A: And do inquire from the community (village) where we have been and the caravan in which we returned and indeed we are certainly telling the truth*.
Translation of: Ayah 82, Surat Yusuf. (12:82)
* Before they willingly parted with their half brother Prophet Joseph (Yusfu) and now their other half brother Benjamin (Benyamin) is unwillingly parted from them.
Words: AlQaryah = The town - The community, LaSsadiqoun = Certainly telling the truth.

Q: Knowing well that his youngest son Benjamin will not steal what did Prophet Jacob suspect?
A: He (Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub known also as Israel) said rather your (Prophet Joseph's ten half brothers) souls had seduced you into something** (evil) so (fitting is) graceful* patience - may Allah bring them all*** to me indeed He is the All-Knowing the All-Wise.
Translation of: Ayah 83, Surat Yusuf. (12:83)
* Patience with contentment with Allah's Command and Allah's Fate.
** He suspected something being cooked up (invented) somewhere in the story of Benjamin.
*** Joseph (Yusuf), Benjamin (Benyamin) and the son who stayed back in Egypt.
Words: Sawwalat Lakum Anfusakum = Your souls seduced you, Amran = Something, Jameel = Graceful.

Q: How much did Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) miss his lost children?
Note: The translation of the preceding Ayah 84 in Surat Yusuf.
A: They (Prophet Joseph's half brothers) said by Allah you (their father) will keep on remembering Yusuf (Prophet Joseph) until you become terminally ill or one of those who perish.
Translation of:Ayah 85, Surat Yusuf. (12:85)
Words: Haradhan = Terminally ill - Very ill near death, AlHalikeen = Those who perish - Those who lose their lives.

Q: When grieving how do you get peace of mind?
A: He (Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub) also known as Israel) said rather* I am expressing my inner sorrow and grief to Allah and I know** from Allah what you do not know.
Translation of: Ayah 86, Surat Yusuf. (12:86)
* He is remembering his son Yusuf through his supplication to Allah.
** As a prophet he knows that for example his family members are being tested by Allah.
Words: Ashkou = I express - I reveal, Basthsthi = My inner sorrow, Huzni = My grief, La Ta'lamoun = What you do not know.

Q: Again why do Muslims say a believer's heart guides him (in life) (= Qalb AlMo'min Daleeluhu)?
A: And when the (returning) caravan left (Egypt) their father (Prophet Jacob (Ya'qoub*) now blind) said indeed I certainly smell the scent of (the clothes of) Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) unless you prove me wrong.
Translation of: Ayah 94, Surat Yusuf. (12:94)
* No 10 on the map of prophets whose names were mentioned in the Qur'an.
Note: Remember Prophet Joseph's shirt in the transaltion of the preceding Ayah 93 in Surat Yusuf.
Words: LaAjidu Reeha Yusuf = I certainly smell the scent of Joseph, Law La Tufannidoun = Unless you prove me wrong.

Q: How do we know that Prophet Jacob's (Ya'qoub's) conversation (supplication) was listened to by Allah?
A: They (Prophet Joseph's half brothers) said by Allah indeed you (their father) are certainly (living) in your old wrong thinking (illusion)*; So when the good news bearer came he threw it (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) shirt) on his face so he became able to see again - he said did I not tell you that indeed I (as a Prophet) know from Allah what you do not know.
Translation of: Ayat 95 - 96, Surat Yusuf. (12:95-96)
* As a believer, Prophet Jacob remained patient but did not lose hope in the return of his son Joseph (Yusuf). (Refernce to Ayah 87)
Words: LaFi Dhalalika AlQadeem = Certainly in your old wrong thinking - in your old illusion, Ertadda = He became again, Baseera = Able to see.

Q: To what practice does a person who commits a wrong action resort to cover up his bad deed?
Note: Please read first the translation of the preceding Ayat 23-24 in Surat Yusuf.
A: And they (Prophet Joseph and Egypt's dignitary's wife) raced each other towards the (locked) door and she cut off his shirt from behind and they found her lord (her husband) at the door - she said (lied to defend herself) what could be the punishment of who wants to do bad to your wife but to be imprisoned or painful punishment.
Translation of: Ayah 25, Surat Yusuf. (12:25)
Words: Estabaqa = They raced each other, Qaddat = She cut off, Qameessahu = His shirt, Min Dubur = From behind, Alfiya = They found, Sayyidiha = Her lord, Arada BiAhlika Soua'n = Who wants to do bad to your wife - your family.

Q: How is the wisdom of an honest judge is badly needed in judicial inquiries?
A: He (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said she (dignitary's wife) tried to seduce me and a witness from her family made a testimony that if his shirt was cut off from the front then she told the truth and he is one of the liars.
Translation of: Ayah 26, Surat Yusuf. (12:26)
Words: Rawadatni En Nafsi = Tried to seduce me, Min Qubul = From the front, Mina AlKathibeen = One of the liars.

Q: Was trying to seduce Prophet Joseph an impulsive (without thinking) act?
A: And if his (Prophet Joseph's (Yusuf's) shirt was cut off from the back then she (dignitary's wife) lied and he is one of the truthful; So when he (the husband) saw his shirt cut off from the back* he said indeed it (the case) is of your artful plotting indeed your (women's) artful plotting is powerful.
Translation of: Ayat 27 - 28, Surat Yusuf. (12:27-28)
* He was turning away from her.
Words: Kadikunna = Your artful plotting, Adheem = Powerful - Immense.

Q: How does a wise honest man accept justice even if it is against his own honour?
A: (Egypt's dignitary says) Yusuf (Prophet Joseph) avoid (mentioning) this and you (dignitary's wife) seek forgivenss (from Allah) for your sin indeed you were one of the wrongdoers.
Translation of: Ayah 29, Surat Yusuf. (12:29)
Words: A'ridh = Avoid - Object to, Estaghfiri = Seek forgivenss, Min AlKhatte'een = One of the wrongdoers.

Q: Why did the wife of Egypt's dignitary not care about her reputation when she tried to seduce Prophet Joseph?
A: And some women in the city said the wife of the honorable dignitary (= AlAzeez) is seducing her servant (Prophet Yusuf) - he* filled her heart with love indeed we certainly see her in clear straying away.
Translation of: Ayah 30, Surat Yusuf. (12:30)
* Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) was an extremely handsome man. Remember Prophet Muhammad said companions of Paradise will be with the beauty of Prophet Joseph (Yusuf).
Words: Fataha = Her servant - Her boy, Niswatun = Some women, Imr'atu = The wife, AlAzeez = The honorable dignitary - The honorable "prime minister", Qed Shaghafaha Hubban = He filled her heart with love, Dhalal = Straying away - Error.

Q: What is a proof that Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) was an extremely handsome man?
A: So when she (the dignitary's wife) heard about their artful plotting (cunningly chosen hurtful words) she sent for them (women) and she made ready for them a sitting place with back support and she gave each one of them a knife and she said (to Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) go out walking in front of them so when they saw him they held him with awe (esteem) and they made cuts** in their hands and they said far** from Allah (any unfair saying like the coming) this is not a man - this is only an honorable angel.
Translation of: Ayah 31, Surat Yusuf. (12:31)
* They were stunned (unable to react) not knowing what they were doing with the knives in their hands. When they became aware they started shouting from pain. Source: Ibn Kastheer, volume 2.
** = "Hasha Lilah" is a supplication. The women ask Allah for forgiveness in advance because saying that Prophet Joseph is not a man but an angel does not convey to Allah, the Creator, His due esteem.
Refer to Ayah 6 in Surat AlImran.
Words: A'tadat = She made ready, Mutaka'an = A sitting place with back support, Ukhruj Alayhinna = Go out walking in front of them, Akbarnahu = They held him with awe, Qatta'na = Made cuts, Hasha Lilah = Far from Allah (any shortcoming or bad saying), In Hatha Illa = This is only.

Q: Besides his extreme physical beauty what other type of beauty did Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) show?
A: She (the dignitary's wife) said so that one in front of you is whom you (plural) were blaming me of and I have seduced him but he restrained* himself (from adultery) - and certainly if he does not do what I order him he will certainly be imprisoned and he is certainly going to be (one) of the despised.
Translation of: Ayah 32, Surat Yusuf. (12:32)
* Showed modesty and virtue (= Estassama).
Words: FaThalikunna = That one in front of you, Lumtunnani Feehi = You were blaming me of, Festa'ssama = But he restrained himself - showed modesty, AlSsaghireen = The despised - the lowly.

Q: Why may Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) be an example of a man whom Allah will take in His shade* on the Day of Judgement?
A: He (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said my God the prison is more preferable to me than what they (women) are calling me for (unlawful sexual relationship) and if You do not avert from me their artful plotting I will fall passionately in love with them and become (one) of the ignorant (wrongdoers).
Translation of: Ayah 33, Surat Yusuf. (12:33)
* In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: Seven (categories) Allah will take them in His shade the Day (of Judgement) when there is no shade except His shade: A just and fair leader, a young man who was raised in the worship of Allah, a man whose heart is attached to mosques, two men they liked each other because of their love of Allah - they met and they separated on that (loving Allah), and a man - a woman of high status and beauty called him (for unlawful sex relationship) but he said indeed I do fear Allah, and a man gave a charity so he hid it in order that his left hand does not know what his right hand spends, and a man remembered Allah when he was alone (= Khaliyan) so his eyes overflowed (with tears). Source: Tafseer Ibn Kastheer, volume 2, page 697.
Words: Ahabbu = More preferable, Yadounani = They are calling me, Tassrif = Avert - Turn away, Assbu = I will fall passionately in love - I will incline to youthful pleasures, AlJahileen = The ignorant - Lacking knowledge - Wrongdoers.

Q: A person who is in a situation like Prophet Joseph's for what should he pray to Allah?
Please read above the translation of the preceding Line 33 in Surat Yusuf.
A: Then his God answered him so He averted from him their (women's) artful plotting* indeed He is the All-Listening the All-Knowing.
Translation of: Ayah 34, Surat Yusuf. (12:34)
* To seduce him.
Words: Festajaba laHu Rubuhu = Then his God answered him.

Q: As a slave what was the best solution the judges saw to keep Prophet Joseph away from the society's women?
A: Then it became clear to them (judges) after they saw the indicative signs* to imprison him (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf**) (for general public benefit) for some time.
Translation of: Ayah 35, Surat Yusuf. (12:35)
* of probable social disturbance now that even other women unintentionally made cuts in their hands while looking at Prophet Joseph. (refer to Ayah 31 in Surat Yusuf. (12:31)
** Remember that Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) at this point is only a slave in the house of 'AlAzeez = the dignitary' who purchased him.
Note: It is known in Islam if a woman's face is extremely attractive and there is fear of unrest "= fitnah" because many persons may keep on looking at her (and some may go beyond that) it is better for her to cover it. (Nowadays many women cover their faces not because of the fear of 'fitnah').
Words: Bada = It became clear, AlAyat = The indicative signs, Hatta Heen = For some time.

Q: How did Prophet Joseph know what to say and act wisely in difficult situations?
A: And when he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) attained full maturity (= Rushdahu) We (Allah) granted him wisdom and knowledge and this is how We repay those who perfect their Religion (= AlMuhsineen).
Translation of: Ayah 22, Surat Yusuf. (12:22)
Note: The translation of the succeeding Lines 23-24 in Surat Yusuf.
Note: Another prophet was also given what Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) was given. (in Surat AlQasas)
Words: Wa Lamma = And when he, Balagha Rushdahu = Attained full maturity - Reached the peak of his power, Hukman = Wisdom, Ilman = Knowledge, AlMuhsineen = Those who perfect their Religion - Righteous believers.

Q: Why did Prophet Yusuf remain for some long time in prison?
Note: Please read first the transaltion of the preceding Lines 36 - 41 in Surat Yusuf.
A: And he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) said to the one of them (two prisoners) he (Prophet Joseph) felt certain is going to be set free - do mention me to your master (Egypt's king) so Satan made him forget mentioning him to his master so he (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) stayed in the prison for several years.
Translation of: Ayah 42, Surat Yusuf. (12:42)
Note: The transaltion of the succeeding Lines 43 - 49 in Surat Yusuf.
Words: Dhanna = He felt certain - He thought, Naajin = Is going to be set free, Uthkurni = Mention me - Remember me, Bidha' = Several.

Q: The king wanted to see the man who interpreted his dream but why did Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) refuse to leave the prison immediately?
Note: The translation of the preceding Lines 43 - 49 in Surat Yusuf.
A: And the king said bring him to me - so when the messenger came to him (Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) he said return* to your master (king) and ask him what is the matter with the women who made cuts** in their hands indeed my God with their artful plotting (to seduce him) is All-Knowing.
Translation of: Ayah 50, Surat Yusuf. (12:50)
* He wanted the truth to be known and to clear his name in the incident that sent him to prison.
Note: Prophet Muhammad applauded the patience, and honour of Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) in prison. Prophet Muhammad said if he were in his place and they came to free him he would have hurried before them to the prison gate. Source: Ibn Kastheer, volume 2, page 702
** Refer to Ayah 31 in Surat Yusuf.
Words: Rubbika = Your master, Ma Balu = What is the matter with, AlNiswah = The women.

Q: What did Prophet Joseph's honesty and patience help?
A: He (the king) said to the women) what is the matter with you when you tried to seduce Joseph (Prophet Yusuf) they said far from Allah (any unfair thinking or lies = Hasha Lilah) we know nothing bad of him - the wife of the dignitary (= AlAzeez) said now the truth revealed itself (= Hasshassa AlHaq) I seduced him and indeed he is certainly (one) of the truthful; That is (being said) in order that he (her husband 'AlAzeez') comes to know that I did not cheat (commit adulterous action) on him during (his) absence and that Allah does not guide the artful plotting of cheaters; And I* (the dignitary's wife) do not clear myself for the soul* is certainly too much inciting bad deeds except upon whatever my God bestows Mercy indeed my God is Most-Forgiving Most-Merciful; And the king said (Prophet Joseph still in prison) bring him to me - I will select** (appoint) him for myself so when he talked to him he said indeed you are today with us an influential honest person; He (Prophet Joseph) said appoint me over the Earth Treasury (Agricultural Wealth) indeed I am a good keeper (of accounts) (and) knowledgeable.
Translation of: Ayat 51 - 55, Surat Yusuf. (12:51-55)
* Even Prophet Joseph was a human being with a soul. Therefore in Islam it is said that when a man is not lawfully related (Mahram) to a woman and they are alone (in an unseen confined place), Satan is their third one. Prophet Joseph (Yusuf) might have committed a bad deed had he not seen a "deterrent" from Allah. Refer to Ayah 24 in Surat Yusuf.
** No more a slave.
Words: Sou' = Bad, Hasshassa = Revealed itself, Lem Akhnhu = I did not cheat on him, BilGhayb = During absence - in the unseen, Ammarah = Too much inciting - Too much ordering, BilSou' = Bad deeds, Astakhlissuhu = I will select him, Makeen = Influential - powerful, Ameen = Honest person, Khaza'in AlArdh = Earth Treasury - Agricultual Wealth, Hafeedh = Good keeper.

Q: What is an example of rewards in life for whomever Allah wills to bestow His Mercy upon?
A: And this is how We (Allah) made Yusuf (Prophet Joseph) influential in the land - he takes places in it wherever he wishes - We (Allah) bestow Our Mercy upon whomever We will and We do not miss (more reward in the Other Life) the reward of those who perfect their religion (= AlMuhsineen*).
Translation of: Ayah 56, Surat Yusuf. (12:56)
* "AlMuhsineen" Those believers who do good deeds. (Ayah 30, in Surat AlKahf).
Refer to the Prophet's saying about "AlIhsan".
Words: Makkanna = Made influential - Made powerful, Yatabawwao = He takes places, Nusseebu = We bestow, La Nudhee'u = We do not miss.

Q: For whom is the reward which is bigger than the reward bestowed by Allah in life?
A: And certainly the reward of the Other World is better for those who believed and they were protecting themselves (by fearing Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 57, Surat Yusuf. (12:57)
Words: Kanou Yattaqoun = They were protecting themselves by fearing Allah - They were God conscious.

Q: Why should Muslims refrain from passing on what rumors they hear about slandering (smearing) people?
A: When you are receiving it (slandering matter*) with your tongues and you are saying with your mouths what** you do not have knowledge of and you think it is minor and (the reality) it is with Allah terrible.
Translation of: Ayah 15, Surat AlNoor. (24:15)
* The matter of slandering Aishah, the Prophet's beloved wife. (in Surat AlNoor)
** Rumors.
Words: Tallaqawnahu = You receive it, BiAfwahikum = With your mouths, Hayyena = Minor - Simple, Adheem = Terrible - Grave - Serious.

Q: Why should Muslims stop talking immediately about slandering rumors especially concerning well known believers?
Note: Please re-read above, yesterday's translation, the link is fixed today.
A: And if only when you heard it (slandering matter) you said we have no right to talk about this - glory to You (Allah) this (slandering) is terrible falsehood.
Translation of: Ayah 16, Surat AlNoor. (24:16)
Words: Law la = If only, Buhtan = Falsehood.

Q: What shows that Allah may forgive you if you without thinking indulged in spreading slandering rumors?
A: Allah advises (commands) you not to return to its (slandering rumor) similar ever if you are believers; And Allah makes clear to you (plural) the Miraculous Signs (Qur'anic Lines) and Allah is All-Knowing All-Wise
Translation of: Ayat 17 - 18, Surat AlNoor. (24:17-18)
Words: Ya'idhukum = Advises you - Commands moral lessons to you, An Ta'oudu = Not to return, LiMisthlihi = To its similar, Abadan = Ever, Mo'mineen = Believers.

Q: Why did Allah not punish in life those Muslims who helped spread the terrible slandering rumor which happened during the time of Prophet Muhammad?
A: And were it not for Allah's Favour upon you (Muslims around Prophet Muhammad) and His Mercy* - and that Allah is Most-Compassionate Most-Merciful.
Translation of: Ayah 20, Surat AlNoor. (24:20)
* The answer to this part of the sentence indicates "Allah would have certainly punished you".
Words: LawLa = Were it not, Raouf = Most-Compassionate.

Q: What do many people quickly forget when harm is removed from them?
A: And when harm afflicted people they called upon their God (Allah the Creator) turning to Him in repentance then when He granted them a taste of Mercy suddenly a party of them with their God were joining* partner(s).
Translation of: Ayah 33, Surat AlRoum. (30:33)
* Why do people tend to call upon partner(s) with Allah after being saved from a catastrophe during which they called only upon Allah (the Creator)? (Refer to Surat AlZumar)
Words: Athaqahum = Granted them a taste, Fareeq = Party - Group, Yushrikoun = Were joining partner(s) - Were making partner(s).

Q: What is the message behind joining any partner in worship with the Creator (Allah)?
A: (they join partners with Allah) To show ingratitude for what We (Allah) granted them so do (plural) indulge in temporary enjoyment for you will soon come to know*.
Translation of: Ayah 34, Surat AlRoum. (30:34)
* Know what? (refer to Surat Ghafir)
Words: LiYakforou = To show ingratitude - To show disbelief (in Allah as the One and Only God), FaTamata'ou = So do indulge in temporary enjoyment.

Q: Do those who acknowledge the Creator but join partner(s) in His worship have an authorization from the Creator for polytheism?
A: (Allah says) Or did We (Allah) send down upon them a legitimate Proof* so it is speaking about what they were joining partner(s) (with Allah).
Translation of: Ayah 35, Surat AlRoum. (30:35)
* 'Sultan' = An authority which is true and approved because it is conforming to Allah's commands, well-founded and not in vain.
Words: Sultanan = Legitimate Proof - Authority - Legitimation, BiMa Kanou = What they were, Yushrikoun = Joining partner(s).

Q: Will a person lose hope of Allah's Mercy if he knows that his 'misery' is a test for him to make him call upon Allah?
A: And when We (Allah) grant people a taste of Mercy they become delighted with it and when a misfortune (misery) befalls them because of what their hands sent forward* (did) suddenly they become desperate**.
Translation of: Ayah 36, Surat AlRoum. (30:36)
* Don't blame Allah for miseries you experience. They are atonement for your sins and a test of your patience. (Refer to Surat AlShoura).
Miseries that afflict believers can help remove from their sins. In a summary of a saying of the Prophet Muhammad: "Never a believer is stricken with a discomfort, an illness, an anxiety, a grief or mental worry or even the pricking of a thorn but Allah will expiate his sins on account of his patience". (Al-Bukhari and Muslim). Source: gainpeace.com
** They lose trust in Allah.
Words: Tussibhum = Befalls them - Afflicts them, Qaddamat = Sent forward - Forwarded - Did, Yaqnottoun = They become desperate - They lose hope.

Q: Are disbelievers waiting to experience utter destruction of their communities to believe in Allah?
A: (Allah says) So are they (polytheists* at time of Prophet Muhammad) waiting except for days similar to those who passed away (= Khalau**) before them say (command to Prophet Muhammad) then wait indeed I am with you among those who are waiting.
Translation of: Ayah 102, Surat Yunus. (10:102)
* Remember disbelievers in Arabia at the time of Prophet Muhammad were polytheists - they believed in Allah and joined more than 300 idols with Allah.
** What did earlier communities' disbelievers used to say before being utterly annihilated? (refer to Surat Ghafir)
Words: Khalau = Passed away, Min AlMuntadhireen = Among those who are waiting.

Q: What was Allah's Way towards His Prophets and the believers with them when Allah's Wrath had to descend?
A: (When Allah's Wrath descends) Then We (Allah) (used to) save Our (Allah's) Messengers and those who believed - thus We owe it to Ourselves to save the believers.
Translation of: Ayah 103, Surat Yunus. (10:103)
Words: Kathalika = Thus - In that way Haqqan Alayna = We owe it to Ourselves - It is befitting on Our part - We must, Nunaji = To save.