Quran Garden - The Holy Quran Explained in Clear English (English Tafsir)

Concealing God's Scriptures. God says: As for those who conceal from the Scripture that God sent down and sell it for a small price, they eat nothing but fire in their bellies. God will not speak to them on the Day of Resurrection, nor will He purify them: an agonizing torment awaits them. (Chapter 2:Verse 174) Learn more about this verse and much more in this week's update.

A win-win deal. When it comes to consuming meat, Allah wants to double the reward and benefit for the believer. Learn how in this week's update.

Why eat Halal meat? Have you wondered about the scientific reason behind eating Halal meat? Learn the answer and much more in this week’s update.

Prophets & Shepherds. Every Prophet worked as a shepherd in his youth. Learn the reason behind this profession and why some people choose to act like livestock.

Leadership. God says: And when it is said to them, "Follow what God has revealed," they say, "Rather, we will follow that which we found our fathers doing." What! Even though their fathers understood nothing, nor were they guided? (Chapter 2: Verse 170). Learn about leadership and much more in this week's update.

No Pork! If pork is prohibited, then why did God create pigs? Find the answer in this week's session where God invites all humanity -regardless of faith and deed- to eat from what is good and lawful.

For the love of God. When you pray, you often feel comfort and connection with Allah. However, there are people who believe in other Gods, and also feel comfort, love and connection with their Gods. What are they really feeling? How can this be? Find the answer to these questions and much more in this week’s update.

On land and sea. Allah invites you to think, and the Quran repeatedly presents evidence for “those who give thought,” “those who use reason,” “those who contemplate,” and “those who remember.” Spend a few moments with God’s Book today!

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Wahed Ahad! We often repeat that “Allah is Wahed”, “Allah is Ahad”. But do you know the true meaning of these phrases? Learn the answer and much more in this week’s update.

Ready for a fresh start? Have you done much wrong in your life? Have you hurt yourself or the people you love? Allah promises to forgive all your sins if you take two simple steps. Give yourself a fresh start today & learn about these steps in this week's update.

Cursed by Allah. Did you know that there are two types of a 'curse' in Islam? A curse for some believers, and a curse for the non-believers? Learn the difference between the two and much more in this week's update.

Idols in Mecca! Why did God say that “there is no blame” for those circling between the Safa and the Marwa? Why would anyone feel ashamed, or worry about being blamed when performing this act of worship?

The wisdom behind Safa and Marwa. Do you know the wisdom behind the ritual walk between Safa & Marwa during Hajj and Umrah pilgrimage? Do you know the lesson Allah wants us to learn from Hagar’s story? Do you plan to take the walk between the two hills soon? Learn the wisdom behind the walk and much more in this week's update.

Life often throws hardship and troubles your way. God gives you the best tools to manage these hardships, and will reward you for your patience. What are these tools? Learn the answers and much more in this week's update.

Managing fear and anxiety. God says: And We will surely test you with some fear and hunger, and with dearth of wealth, lives and crops; and give glad tidings to those who patiently endure (Chapter 2: Verse 155) Do you know how to manage your fears? Your anxiety? Your worries? Listen to this week's update to learn the answer and much more.

Please take a few moments out of your busy day to listen to this week’s English Quran Tafsir session as we continue with the 154th verse of ‘The Cow’ ‘AlBaqara’

Do you have trouble in your life? In this week’s update, Allah gives you the tools to be in His Company when you face the difficulties of life. Take the example of a child being bullied in a playground. He may feel overwhelmed and overpowered. But when he sees his dad coming, he feels strong, and stands up against all the bigger kids. If a child feels invincible in the company of his father, then how about a person in the company of his or her Lord? Learn how to be in God's company in this week's update.

The last ten days of Ramadan are some of the best days of the year. These are the best days to be in Allah’s company with remembrance and ‘thikr’. This week’s update is dedicated to giving gratitude to Allah for all is bounties. Please take a few moments to listen.

Our beloved prophet Muhammad. In this week’s update, we discuss the greatest bounty humanity is blessed with. God says: A Messenger has come to you from among yourselves. Your suffering distresses him: he is deeply concerned for you and full of kindness and mercy towards the believers. (09:128) Take a moment to learn more about our beloved prophet Muhammad.

The burden of worship. Do you feel that prayer is a burden? Do you feel that fasting the long Ramadan days is difficult? Do you feel that religious obligations are a burden? Do you find sin easy and attractive? This week's update can help you manage these feelings.

Race to God. If you choose faith in God, and decide to do good deeds, is that enough? It may not be. Find out why and much more in this week's update.

A break from your busy life. Take a few minutes break from your busy day to spend time with the Quran. This week, we continue with the 145th and 146th verses of 'The Cow' 'Al-Baqara'

Did you know that prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) was described as “The prophet of two Qiblas” in Jewish and Christian prophecies? Learn about this and much more in this week's session.

A middle nation. Allah wants you to understand the great blessing of making the Muslim nation a middle nation. But what does that mean? Find out the answer and much more in this week’s update.

What do you do when religion doesn't make any sense? How should you handle religious obligations that you do not understand? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Two identical verses. Verses 134 and 141 of Al Baqara are identical. Yet, each verse carries a distinct and different meaning. Find why in this week's update. Verse 141 of ‘The Cow’ marks the end of the first Juz of the Nobel Quran. For all of you who have been with Quran Garden from the beginning we would like to say: Thank you for your support. God willing we will continue our journey through the Quran together.

Will great inventors go to heaven? If a disbeliever makes a great discovery and benefits millions of people, will he or she go to heaven? Find the answer and much more in this week’s update.

Allah’s indelible mark. God says: The indelible marking of Allah. And who marks better than Allah! And for Him we are worshipers. (Chapter 2: Verse 138). What is Allah’s indelible mark? Learn the answer and much more in this week’s update.

Have you ever wondered what the religion of Abraham was? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

Will parents & their children be joined in heaven? How about if the children were not so righteous? Would that be fair? Find the answers and more in this week's update.

The Lineage of Prophet Muhammad. The Lineage of Prophet Muhammad is pure in the monotheistic worship of God. Yet there is a verse in the Quran that seems to contradict this fact. Learn the secret behind the family tree of our beloved prophet in this week's update.

Submission to God. When his Lord said to him, "Submit", he said "I have submitted to the Lord of the worlds." (Chapter 2: Verse 131) Learn about the conversation between God and Abraham, and the children of Abraham.

Prophets Abraham and Ishmael supplicated: Our Lord, and send among them a messenger from themselves who will recite to them Your verses and teach them the Book and wisdom and purify them. Indeed, You are the almighty, the Wise. (Chapter 2:Verse 129) Take a few moments to learn about this supplication and to share with your family and friends.

Our Lord, accept from us. God says: As Abraham and Ishmael build up the foundations of the House, ‘Our Lord, accept from us. You are the All Hearing, the All Knowing. (Chapter 2: Verse 127) Take a moment to learn the true meaning of faith worship and devotion as we continue with the 127 and 128th verses of the second verses of the Noble Quran.

God’s divine gifts. God's gifts & blessings are of two types. Do you know the different types? Would you like to know how to earn both types of God's gifts? Find the answers in this week's update.

How old is the Kaaba? Who built the Kaaba? What is the history of the Sacred Mosque? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

The Standing Place of Abraham (Maqam Ibrahim) is a place that Muslims used to avoid during prayers until Allah commanded us to make it a place of prayers. Find the story behind it in this week's update.

Who are the true children and heirs of prophets? Who are the true heirs of prophethood? Learn this and much more in this week's update.

The blessings and responsibilities of religion. The children of Israel were blessed with the last two heavenly messages before Islam. With this great blessing, however, came great responsibility. Learn more in this week's update.

Seeking People’s Approval. God says: Never will the Jews nor the Christians be pleased with you unless you follow their ways. Say, ‘God’s guidance is the only true guidance.’ If you were to follow their desires after the knowledge that has come to you, you would find no one to protect you from God or help you. (Chapter 2: Verse 120). Take a moment to learn about this verse in this week’s update.

The plural pronoun "We" is used in many verses of the Quran where Allah is referring to Himself. Why plural, you may ask? Take a few moments to listen to the answer in this week's update.

Take a few moments out of your busy day to learn about certainty & faith. Learn about the faith Abu Bakr (may God be pleased with him) had and much more in this week's update.

What is the difference between the creation of humans, and the creation of God? Learn the answer in this week’s update.

They Say “God has a son!” Learn how to answer those who claim that God has a child in this week's update.

We often read verses such as 'wherever you turn, there is the Face of God.' or 'the hand of Allah is above their hands.' How are we supposed to discuss God's being? Learn the answers and much more in this week’s update.

We continue with the 113th and 114th verses of 'The Cow'. Learn the five things our beloved prophet Muhammad was blessed with and about those who want to harm our Mosques and houses of worship.

Is heaven reserved for Muslims? for Christians? or for Jews? Is anyone guaranteed paradise? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Allah teaches us the best tool to face difficulty. When prophet Muhammad was troubled, he (peace be upon him) always resorted to this method. Find out about this precious tool in this week's update.

During difficult times, people may try to pull you away from faith, and spread division and hatred. In this verse (109) and the next one (110), Allah teaches us how to deal with tough times, and face the people spreading hatred. Please take a few moments to listen and to share with your family and friends.