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

What is the highest status you can reach with God Almighty? Can you reach a status higher than the angels? What actions can you take today to gain this status? Find the answer in this week's update.

God says in the Holy Quran: "When trouble befalls man he cries out to Us, whether lying on his side, sitting, or standing, but as soon as We relieve him of his trouble he goes on his way as if he had never cried out to Us to remove his trouble. In this way the deeds of such heedless people are made attractive to them". (10:12) In your time of ease, take a few moments to remember Allah. You can check out this week's update.

Which part of your wealth truly belongs to you? Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) teaches us the truth about wealth. He said: "A person says, My wealth. my wealth. But out of his wealth there are a few things that are truly his...... Listen to the rest of the narration in this week's update

Would you like to increase your wealth many times over? You can find out exactly how to increase it in this week's session.

n the 20th century, NASA adopted a strategy called "follow the water" in the quest of finding life on other planets. God, however, had given us this piece of information in the Quran 14 centuries ago. Find out the details in this week's update.

Over 1400 years ago, The Holy Quran informed humanity that the sun was the source of light, and the moon only reflected this light. Discover more of the scientific facts of the Quran in this week's session.

In order to explain faith and make it close to our hearts, God presented many examples in the Quran. Some are from an employer's point of view, while others are from the employee's point of view. All this so you and I can love Allah and move closer to Him. Learn about these examples, and more, in this week's session.

God says: O you who believe, let not a people ridicule other people, for they may be better than they. Nor shall any women ridicule other women, for they may be better than they. Nor shall you mock one another, or call each other names. Evil indeed is the reversion to wickedness after attaining faith. And anyone who does not repent, then these are the transgressors. (49:11) Take a moment to listen as we continue with the 15th and 16th verses of 'The Cow.'

People, even sinners and criminals, recognize and cherish virtuous values. In this week's session we clarify this concept with the example of a man cheating on his wife. Take a moment to listen as we continue with the 13th and 14th verses of 'The Cow.'

God says: We send down in the Qur’an that which is a healing and a mercy to the faithful (17:82) Please take a few moments to watch this week's update.

There is one major disease that is most damaging to Islam and to the society as a whole. Do you want to learn how to recognize the signs of this disease? Find the answer in this week's session.

God wraps the heart of each one of us in a cover. Is your heart healthy? What kind of cover is it wrapped with? Find the answer in this week's session.

There is one major pitfall that keeps people (especially young people) away from their Lord and creator. Do you want to learn us about this pitfall and how to avoid it? Find the answer in this week's session.

The Holy Quran is God's word, and every word in it has a specific and precise meaning. Even pronouns such as "upon" and "in" carry significant meaning. Listen to examples of this in this new session.

In this week's update we continue with the qualities that you and I must have in order to receive God's blessings and guidance.

We continue with the qualities that you and I should possess and practice in order to receive God's support and divine guidance. This session covers the 3rd verse of 'The Cow'

Would you like to receive God's guidance? Would you like God to support you in everything you do? This week's update shows you the few simple steps that you have to take in order to receive God's support and guidance.

Do you plan to build the house of your dreams? Before you call an architect, take a moment to listen to this week's update.

Do you know what distinguishes the Quran from other heavenly books such as the Bible and the Torah? You can find the answer and much more in this week's update. This session covers the 2nd verse of 'The Cow'

Alif Lam Meem....three individual letters that start the longest chapter of the Holy Quran. Have you thought about the meaning of this verse? The significance of these letters? Get some insight in this week's update.

Is this chapter Meccan (from the Holy city of Mecca), or Madani (from the holy city of Medina)? This week's session answers this question and highlights the differences.

Congratulations! Today we move to the 2nd chapter of the Holy Quran: The Cow (Al Baqara). What is the best insurance policy you can get for your children? Find the answer in this week's session.

What luxuries await you in paradise? Beach houses...cars.....fancy food... Find the answer in this week's update. In this session, with God's help, we complete the first chapter of the Quran "Al Fatiha".

One of the most beautiful supplications our Lord taught us is " Guide us to the straight path. The path of those whom You have blessed, not the way of those who earned Your anger, nor of those who went astray." This week we take a closer look at the last two verses of Al Fatiha "The Opening".

Have you ever wondered: What is the goal of creation? What is the purpose of your life? Find the answer in this week's update.

In Al Fatiha, we recite "You Alone we worship" and not "We worship you alone"...find out the difference in this week's update.

Would you like to know whether you are from the people of this world or the people of the hereafter? Are you good or bad? Listen to this week's English Al Fatiha Quran Tafsir for an interesting story. Please take a moment to share with your family and friends.

This week's update covers 'The Day of Resurrection'. It is the most important day that you and I must prepare for. Please take a few moments of your day to listen.

Have you wondered why God used the phrase "Lord of the Worlds" in the 2nd verse of 'Al Fatiha'? Find the answer in this week's session.

When was the last time you took a few moments out of your day to be truly grateful? Not just to say and repeat ????? ???, not to think to yourself, "I am thankful for my job, my health, and so on," but to truly mean it with all your being until it moves you from within. If you have not felt that for a while, this video is a good day to start.

Two Beautiful Words. Indeed, if you try to count God's blessings, you would not be able to comprehend them. This week's update mentions a few of God's greatest blessing that He provides for all of us. We continue with the 2nd and 3rd verses of 'The Opening' Chapter (Al Fatiha). Take a few moments of your time to listen.

Have you spent any time this week with the Holy Quran? If not, here is your chance. We continue with the 2nd and 3rd verses of "al Fatiha'.

Learn the Arabic origin of the words 'Mercy' "Merciful' and how they are related to a woman's womb. Take a moment to share this knowledge with your family & friends.

"In the Name of God, Most Merciful and the Most Benevolent ." When you begin all your affairs with the name of God, it is as though you have selected God to be on your side supporting you. Learn more about this wonderful verse in this week's session.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: 'Whoever offers prayer, but does not recite therein the mother of the book, then his prayer is incomplete'. Chapter one of the Holy Quran (Al-Fatiha or The Opening) is considered the most important chapter and the mother of the book. Learn more about it in this week's update.

Have you ever wondered: God is the one who created Satan and gave him the ability to entice humans. Why has He done so? Find the answer and much more in this week's session as we complete the 'I seek Refuge in God' series.

Throughout life, Satan continually attempts to deviate us from making the right choice. In order to protect ourselves from the whispers of Satan, it is imperative that we learn how he approaches us; as the ancient proverb says (Know thy enemy and know yourself). The Quran explains clearly where and how Satan attempts to entice human beings. Learn more in this week's session.

This session is the first out of three parts examining how to seek refuge in God from Satan, and how to protect yourself and you family from the devils.

Are you ready for a challenge from God? Allah challenged the Arabs at the time of the Prophet, and challenged the entire world with the Quran. Learn more in this week's Introduction to the Quran. English Tafsir.

Let's talk about revelation. What is the meaning of revelation? What are the different types of Heavenly Revelations? Learn the answers and much more in this week's Introduction to the Quran. English Tafsir.

LWhy do we need Tafsir? Didn't Prophet Muhammad Explain the Quran? Take a moment to listen to an introduction to the Quran Tafsir in English - Scholar Muhammad Metwali Al Sherawi's introduction to explaining the Holy Quran.

Welcome to QuranGarden's Podcast! This is a first of a series explaining the meanings of the Holy Quran in clear English. This series is a direct adaptation of one scholars work: Mohammad Metwali AlSherawi. The first session examines his achievements and life-work.