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

Is sexual pleasure the primary reason for marriage? What are the Islamic priorities in sexual relations? How do you put your children in God's care? Find the answers to these important questions and much more in this week's update.

When verse 222 of ‘The Cow’ was revealed, some people believed that a woman is so unclean during her period that her husband cannot have sexual relations with her, eat or even stay in the same house. Others believed that a menstruating woman is like any other woman, and there is no reason to abstain from sexual activity. Learn the Islamic ruling in this week’s update.When verse 222 of ‘The Cow’ was revealed, some people believed that a woman is so unclean during her period that her husband cannot have sexual relations with her, eat or even stay in the same house. Others believed that a menstruating woman is like any other woman, and there is no reason to abstain from sexual activity. Learn the Islamic ruling in this week’s update.

God has allowed Muslim men to marry women of the scripture. A Muslim man can marry a Christian or a Jewish woman. What criteria should you look for? What priorities should you set? Learn the answers and much more in this week's update.

How should a Muslim woman choose her husband? Character & sexual attraction play a role. Values and faith play a role. How should Muslim women find the right balance? Should a woman consult with her father or family before marriage? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

How should a Muslim man choose his wife? Beauty & sexual attraction play a role. Values and faith play a role. How should Muslim men find the right balance? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Can you mix your wealth with the wealth of the orphan under your care? Or should you keep them separate? Do you buy food for the family with your money, or the orphan's money? Learn the answers in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.

Do not fall under the illusion that punishment or reward for what you do is only in the Hereafter; you will also experience some in this world. Learn more in this week's session

Dear Brothers & Sisters, Did you know that gambling hurts the loser and the winner alike? Did you know that Zakat is not always 2.5%, it is sometimes 5%, 10% or even 20%? Learn about gambling, Zakat, and much more in this week's update.

Do you have a bad habit you like to stop? Do you have any addictions? Are you addicted to sugary food? Smoking? Gambling? Find out the best way to quit bad habits and addictions in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.

Some people say: "I deserve heaven; I did my prayers and worship, so God owes me reward and mercy.’ Listen to how prophet Muhammad prayed and hoped for God's mercy in this week's English Quran Tafsir update.

Is it conceivable that a person who comes up with an invention that saves thousands of lives would not benefit on the Day of Judgment? Could great inventors and researches that helped humanity end up in hellfire if they are disbelievers? Find the answers and much more in this week's session.

In the media, believers are often attacked if they do one simple mistake. This has been going on since the time of the Prophet. Learn how Allah answered such critics in this week’s updated.

How many times did you chase after something you wanted only to regret it later? How many times did you expect good to come out of an action only to be sorry to see evil? Learn the answers and get a new perspective from the story of Prophet Moses and Al-Khidr.

In this week's session, we look into a story from the Chinese culture to help us better understand the concept of what is truly good and truly bad for us. Learn more in this week's podcast.

Dear Brothers & Sisters, God has asked us to spend and help the orphans. But what if the orphan was rich? What if he or she had inherited lots of money? Are we still supposed to spend and help? Learn the answer and much more in this week's update.

Do you think that the road leading to Paradise will be easy and comfortable? It will not. In fact, hardships will feel like earthquakes. Learn how Prophet Muhammad and his companions dealt with these issues in this week's Tafsir session.

Allah says in chapter 35: "God leaves whoever He will to stray and guides whoever He will." So if you are misguided, then it is not your fault, right? If God willed you to disbelief, what can you do? Find the answer and understand guidance in this week's Tafsir session.

Islam, water, tea & Cola! Find the relation between all these items in this week's Quran Tafsir session.

We all come from Adam; we all share hopes and dreams. Why, then, do people fight? Why do countries go to war? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

Rich people must have done something good; that is why God honored them with wealth. Poor people must have done something terrible; that is why God humiliated them with poverty. God answers both these claims with a single word! Learn the special answer in this week's update.

What is your position in the universe? Where do you stand in life? What is your rank among creation? If you know the answer to these questions, you can plan your life better. Learn the answer and much more in this week's session.

God says: “..whoever changes God’s blessing after it has come to him: surely God is severe in retribution. “ (from 2:211) God is warning you of punishment if you change His blessings. But, how do you change God's blessings? Find the answer and much more in this week's session. QuranGarden on the go? Download the QuranGarden App.

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Some critics of Islam have asked: is there no one other companion than Omar? Why do you keep referring to him? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

We always commit sin, and we often blame the devil. But is it really the devil to blame or is it you?! How can you distinguish between the sins that Satan adorns to you from the sins that are adorned by your own self desires? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

five pillars. An engineer once challenged me and said: "We can build a sturdy structure on two, three or four foundation pillars. We do not need five pillars to build a strong structure." Listen to the answer and much more in this week's update.

If you are upright, honest, and sincere, you often get hurt by others. A common adage says: "No good deed goes unpunished." How can you avoid that without compromising your values? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.

Peace & Harmony with the Universe sounds like a very big claim, but it can be done! Find the answer and the way to do it in this week's update!

Can you buy or sell yourself? Listen to stories from the Prophet's companions to give you the answer. Learn more in this week's update.

There are two types of pride that are clearly explained in the Quran? Do you know the different types of pride? Learn the answer and much more in this week's update.

God says: And from among the people are those whose words about worldly life pleases you, and he cites God as witness to what is in his heart. Yet he is the fiercest of opponents. And when he turns his back, he strives about the earth to foment disorder and corruption; destroying crops and future generations. God does not like corruption. (Chapter 2: Verses 204, 205)

Hypocrites! God says: And from among the people are those whose words about worldly life pleases you, and he cites God as witness to what is in his heart. Yet he is the fiercest of opponents. And when he turns his back, he strives about the earth to foment disorder and corruption; destroying crops and future generations. God does not like corruption. (Chapter 2: Verses 204, 205) Learn more in this week's update.

God says: “Be” & it becomes. Some people have a hard time understanding how Allah -the All Capable- requires no time and no effort to create, give, and sustain. Learn more in this week's session.

Islam discourages you from taking pride in your lineage; rather pride of a believer should stem from within; more specifically from the good deeds he or she does to serve others. Learn more in this week's session.

Do you know the difference between the Arabic words 'Rizq' and 'Fadl'? The answer is the key for how you can make money during your Hajj trip. Learn more in this week's Quran Tafsir update.

Have you wondered why 'Arafa' or 'Arafat' was named so? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

God says: The Hajj pilgrimage takes place during the well-known months. So whoever undertakes the duty of Hajj in them, there should be no indecency, mischief, or quarreling during the pilgrimage- whatever good you do, God is well aware of it. Provide well for yourselves: the best provision is to be mindful of God- always be mindful of Me, you who have understanding- (Chapter 2: Verse 197) Learn more about this verse in this week's update.

Prophet Muhammad –peace be upon him- said: “Those of you who properly perform the Hajj pilgrimage without committing indecent acts or mischief will be cleared of their sins as if they were born today.” How do you prepare for Hajj and earn this great reward? Learn the answer and much more in this week's session.

Why are the Muslim nations disrespected, bullied, and looked down upon all over the world today? Find the answer and much more in this week's update

God says: ‘Fight them until there is no more persecution, and worship is devoted to God’ giving the believers a clear mission -not for worldly or material gain- but to give all humanity the chance to be free of persecution and tyranny; an opportunity to follow their creator not their equal; and an opportunity to be truly free from all forms of subjugation and imposed beliefs.

Why didn’t the Muslims fight their enemies from the first day and go after the leaders of disbelief in Mecca who were persecuting and torturing them? Why was fighting not legislated for over 13 years of Islam? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Sadly, there have been many charges against Islam regarding the issues of fighting and war. Let’s consider the two most common accusations: first, it has been said that Islam was spread by the sword. Second: Islam has been criticized for imposing taxes –called Jezia-on the nonbelievers under its rule. Find the answer to these accusations and so much more in this week's update.

We have adopted the moon phases for measuring time and predicting tides. We have utilized some of the sun’s energy for our use, and we benefit from our knowledge of the seasons for agriculture. We have ancient knowledge of the positions of some stars –such as the North Star- and we use it for navigation. Perhaps in the future, and when the scientific minds are busy in exploration and research, God will reveal to us some of the secrets of the stars so we can gain more modern benefits from them. He says: I swear by the positions of the stars- a mighty oath, if you only knew-(56:75-76) Learn more in this week's update.

Prophet Muhammad’s companions asked many questions. They questioned each and every practice that was common at the time, because they wanted to move from ignorance into deeds that were fair and that brought them closer to Allah. Learn more in this week’s update.

Corruption! Learn how the rich and governments collude to cause corruption and the loss of resources and life.

Money and labor are the wealth of societies. The money I have today will pass to another person through trade. What laws govern this circulation of wealth? Find the answers in this week's update.

Learn how to earn the great rewards of a spiritual retreat (I'tikaf) each time you step into a mosque.