Page by Page - Shaykh Ahsan Hanif

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām, verses 74-83, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf focuses on the story of Prophet Ibrāhīm (Abraham) and his argument against idol worship. Ibrāhīm’s journey toward recognizing Allāh’s oneness is highlighted, as he rejects the worship of celestial bodies like stars, the moon, and the sun, realizing that only Allāh, the Creator of the heavens and the earth, deserves to be worshipped. The passage showcases Ibrāhīm’s steadfastness in monotheism despite the opposition of his people and his firm reliance on Allāh’s guidance. The verses conclude with Allah affirming that true security and guidance belong to those who believe in His oneness and do not associate partners with Him, elevating the believers in rank through His wisdom and knowledge.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām, verses 68-73, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses the guidance on how to deal with those who mock the verses of the Qur'ān. The verses instruct believers to avoid engaging with mockery and to separate themselves from such gatherings until the conversation changes. The lesson stresses the responsibility of the pious to remind others of Allāh’s warnings while steering clear of those who treat religion as a joke. The passage also warns against turning to false deities after being guided, illustrating the dire consequences of abandoning faith. It concludes by affirming Allāh’s absolute authority, His creation of the heavens and the earth, and His ultimate dominion on the Day of Resurrection.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām, verses 60-67, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores themes of divine authority, accountability, and human reliance on Allāh. The verses remind us that Allāh controls our lives, taking our souls at night and returning them in the morning until our appointed time comes. Allāh’s guardianship over humanity is emphasised, especially in moments of death when His messengers (angels) dutifully take the souls of those passing away. The passage also highlights human vulnerability in times of distress, where people turn to Allāh for rescue, yet often return to worshipping other than Him once distress has passed. The discussion concludes with a warning about the consequences of denying the truth of the Qur'ān and the inevitable reality of divine judgment.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām, verses 53-59, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf delves into the themes of divine selection, mercy, and ultimate authority. The verses highlight how Allāh tests different groups by bestowing favors on some, leading others to question His wisdom. The discussion emphasises Allāh’s boundless mercy, extended to those who repent after wrongdoing, and His detailed exposition of the truth to distinguish the righteous from the wrongdoers. The passage concludes with a powerful reminder of Allāh's exclusive knowledge of the unseen, His control over all things, and His position as the ultimate judge.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām verses 46-53, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discussed verses pertaining to His power once more with rherorical questions that causes one to sincerely reflect on His Lordship. It ends on the exhortation toward the Prophet ﷺ on how he should warn those who fear the day of gathering of their ultimate weakness in averting His punishment and having no Protection except from Allāh ﷻ Himself and also to stay close to the people of worship and sincerity, favouring their company over others."

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām verses 36-45, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discussed verses pertaining to His power and directly addresses the criticisms by the idolators. Allāh's ﷻ concludes by leaving a lesson for the believers on the idolators shortfalls and how their weaknesses limited their ability to accept the truth.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-An’ām v27-35, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf conveys the regret expressed by the disbelievers, their wish for a second chance and constrastingly Allāh's ﷻ reassurance to the Prophet ﷺ to persist despite his grief at what the deniers say.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses the consequences for those who reject the signs of Allah عَزَّ وَجَلَّ and their spiritual blindness in Surah Al-An'ām, verses 19-26 on page 130 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses how Allah addressed the defiance of disbelievers and the purpose of sending Messengers and His mercy and might in Surah Al-An'am, verses 8-18, on pages 128 and 129 of the Qur'an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses the context of the revelation of Surah Al-An'am, its virtues, and the defiance of disbelievers in verses 1–7 on page 128 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains the story of Ma'idah, Isa's rejection of shirk, and the response of Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ to the requests of the People of the Scripture in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 112-120, on pages 126-127 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses how Allah will question the Messengers about their nations' responses and reminds `Isa (علیہ السلام) of the blessings and trials he faced in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 109-111 on page 126 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif clarifies the importance of having a wasiyah (final will) before death and the role of just witnesses in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 104-108 on page 125 of the Qur'an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains Allah’s guidance on proper worship, the disapproval of unnecessary questioning and pre-Islamic customs in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 97-103 on page 124 of the Qur'an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains the prohibitions of intoxicants and gambling and the rules regarding hunting in the sacred area during Ihram in surah al-Ma'idah, verses 90-96 on pages 123 and 124 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains Allah’s praise about the characteristics of the righteous who recognise the truth of Islam and the expiation for breaking oaths in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 82-89 on pages 121 and 122 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses how Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ cursed the Children of Israel in Tawrah, Zabur, and Injil because they would not speak up against the evil in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 77-81 on page 120 and 121 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif tells us about Allah's response to the false claims made by Christians about ‘Isa, his true message of Tawhid and explains the warnings against shirk in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 72-76 on page 120 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that Allah SWT describes the potential rewards for the People of the Scripture if they had adhered to their Books without alteration in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 65-71 on page 119 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that Allah told us about the criticism from the People of the Scripture, their transgressions, and Allah's response to their actions in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 59-64 on page 118 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan highlights the caution against non-Muslim alliances, warns against hypocrisy, assures Allah's protection for believers, and prohibits mockery of Islam by emphasizing loyalty, unity, and reverence in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 51-58, on page 117 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan highlights the significance of adhering to Allah's revelations, the role of the Qur'an in confirming previous scriptures, the importance of judging by divine law, and the superiority of Allah's judgment over the judgment of ignorance in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 46-50, on page 116 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that Allah told us about the behaviour of the People of the Scripture, the importance of judging with justice, and the guidance provided in the Torah in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 42-45 on page 115 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan highlights the importance of Justice, the significance of Repentance and Forgiveness, the power of Divine Sovereignty, and the challenges of hypocrisy in Surah Al-Ma’idah, verses 38-41 on page 114 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan highlights the sanctity of human life, the severe consequences of corruption and violence, the significance of repentance and Allah’s mercy, the importance of striving for Allah's cause, the futility of earthly ransom on the Day of Resurrection, and the eternal torment for disbelievers in Surah Al-Ma’idah, verses 32-37, on page 113 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses the consequences of defying Allah's commands, the story of Musa عَلَيْهِ ٱلسَّلَامُ and his people, and the lessons from the story of the two sons of Adam in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 24-31 on page 112 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses the claims of the People of the Scripture, the role of Prophet Muhammad (SAW) as a bringer of glad tidings and a warner, and the lessons from the story of Musa (AS) in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 18-23 on page 111 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explores the abandonment of divine messages, the consequences of disobedience, and the guidance provided by Allah in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 14-17 on page 110 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains Allah's protection of the believers, the importance of fulfilling covenants, and the consequences of breaking them in Surah Al-Ma'idah, verses 11-13 on page 109 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif reminds us of the importance of both physical and spiritual cleanliness (Wudu), upholding justice even in the face of adversity, reflecting on Allah's (عَزَّ وَجَلَّ) countless blessings, His promise of forgiveness and reward for good deeds, and the importance of respecting the holy sites in Surah Al Ma’idah, verses 6-10 on page 108 and 109 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif guides us about what is permissible and forbidden for Muslims, strengthening our social bonds, and reaffirms the perfection of Islam, in Surah Al Ma’idah, verses 3-5 on page 107 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif concludes Surah An - Nisa, explaining Allah‘s عزوجل clear rulings on inheritance, and starts Surah Al-Ma’idah where he highlights the importance of adhering to Shariah and honouring the sacred rites of Allah on page 106 of Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif emphasizes avoiding extremism in Ibadah and the absolute devotion and submission to Allah (عزوجل) by all of creation, explaining that all messengers and prophets were sent to relay Allah's message and the consequences for those who stray from the path in Surah An-Nisa, Verses 171-175, on page 105 of the Qur'an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif emphasizes the clear message of Tawheed, how it has been imparted to mankind through numerous messengers mentioned by name in the Quran and many more who aren't, the Qur'an as a source of clear guidance witnessed by Allah, and the importance of following His path to gain guidance and avoid the consequences of Hell, in Surah An-Nisa, Verses 163-170, on page 104 of the Qur'an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan discusses the condemnation for breaking covenants, rejection of Allah's signs, prohibition of certain foods, affirmation of Allah's power, and recognition of true believers, in Surah An-Nisa, verses 155-162 on page 103 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores the attributes of Allah, the unity of belief, Divine mercy, and the consequences of disobedience in Surah An-Nisa, verses 148-154 on page 102 of the Qur’an.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores the consequences of hypocrisy, the importance of sincerity in faith, the possibility of repentance and forgiveness, and the rewards of gratitude and faithfulness in Surah An-Nisa, verses 142-147 on page 101 of the Qur’an.

In episode 100 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores the themes of firm faith and justice, the severe consequences of hypocrisy, and the importance of distancing from disbelievers in Surah An-Nisa, verses 135-141 on page 100 of the Quran.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores the aspects of marital relationships, the importance of justice and fairness, Allah’s provision, and the ultimate rewards in this life and the Hereafter in Surah An-Nisa, verses 128-134 on page 99 of the Quran.

In episode 98 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores themes of rewards for righteousness, divine power, Allah's Dominion Over All, and the importance of faith in action in Surah An-Nisa, verses 122-127 on page 98 of the Quran.

In episode 97 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan delves into Surah An-Nisa, verses 114-121 on page 97 of the Qur’an. He explains why it is good to avoid gatherings that cause gossiping and spreading rumors. He also explains shirk and its consequences.

In episode 96 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores Surah An-Nisa, verses 105-113 on page 96 of the Qur’an. He explained the themes of divine guidance, Allah’s Forgiveness, upholding justice, and discerning truth from deception.

In episode 95 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explained facilitating prayer during travel, maintaining focus and security, and finding strength in faith from Surah An-Nisa, verses 101-104 on page 95 of the Qur’an.

In episode 94 of Page by Page, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan explores Surah An-Nisa, verses 95 to 100 on page 94 of Qur’an. We learn that those actively striving for Allah’s cause with their wealth and their lives, hold a higher rank than those who stay back. Learn about migration and Forgiveness of Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ as you go through this episode.

Shaykh Dr. Ahsan in this episode, takes us through the importance of fighting with justice and discernment. He elaborates warnings against mistakenly killing a believer and the punishment for such an act. Learn more details about conflict resolution with Believers and Allah’s Justice in page 93 of the Qur’an.

Join Shaykh Dr. Ahsan as he guides us through the profound message of Qur’an, Page 92. This page unveils the dangers of hypocrisy, a sin often hidden from sight.Learn about the warnings against those who feign faith while harbouring doubt or disbelief within and the inevitable Day of Judgement.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif teaches us that Allah tells us whoever obeys Muhammad ﷺ directly obeys Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ. Furthermore, Allah presents a beautiful example to illustrate the oneness of God. Join us as we delve into the significance of trusting in Allah عَزَّ وَ جَلَّ and reflecting on the Day of Resurrection, exploring page 91 of the Qur'an. Page By Page is a series focused on going through the Qur’an ‘Page by Page’ and understanding the Qur’an with Shaykh Dr Ahsan Hanif. Learn & study the Qur'an with a complete explanation of each page.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains Allah's message on this page. Allah questions why people hesitate to fight for the oppressed, including men, women, and children, who seek refuge from their oppressors. Believers fight for Allah, while disbelievers fight for Satan. Some question the command to fight, preferring worldly comfort, but Allah reminds them of the transient nature of this life.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif elaborates on Allah's decree found on this page. If Allah had commanded them to sacrifice, few would have obeyed, but it would have been better for them. Shaykh also explains that obedience leads you to rewards and guidance. Those who follow Allah and His Messenger will be in esteemed company in the Hereafter. Believers are urged to prepare for battles and face challenges unitedly. Some may shy away, but those who sacrifice worldly gains for the sake of Allah will receive great rewards in the afterlife.

In this episode, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that Allah said on this page, "Have you seen those who claim to believe in what was sent before and after, yet seek judgement from false sources? Satan seeks to lead them astray." When called to follow what Allah and the Prophet have ordained, hypocrites turn away. But when trouble strikes, they swear goodwill. Allah knows their hearts, so admonish them gently. If they had sought forgiveness sincerely, Allah would have forgiven them.