Tag: Koran

A Bridge of Stories - Marlies ter Borg You have before you a unique anthology of stories told in both the Bible and the Qur'an. It starts obviously with creation, which in both books took six Days or divine periods. It continues to describe the creation of man and woman, who in both books dwell in t...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [11.1] Alif Lam Ra (This is) a Book, whose verses are made decisive, then are they made plain, from the Wise, All-aware:[11.2] That you shall not serve (any) but Allah; surely I am a warner for you from Him and a giver of good news,[11.3] And you t...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [48.1] Surely We have given to you a clear victory[48.2] That Allah may forgive your community their past faults and those to follow and complete His favor to you and keep you on a right way,[48.3] And that Allah might help you with a mighty help.[...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [73.1] O you who have wrapped up in your garments![73.2] Rise to pray in the night except a little,[73.3] Half of it, or lessen it a little,[73.4] Or add to it, and recite the Quran as it ought to be recited.[73.5] Surely We will make to light upon...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [13.1] Alif Lam Mim Ra. These are the verses of the Book; and that which is revealed to you from your Lord is the truth, but most people do not believe.[13.2] Allah is He Who raised the heavens without any pillars that you see, and He is firm in po...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [12.1] Alif Lam Ra. These are the verses of the Book that makes (things) manifest.[12.2] Surely We have revealed it-- an Arabic Quran-- that you may understand.[12.3] We narrate to you the best of narratives, by Our revealing to you this Quran, tho...

In the name of Allah, the Beneficent, the Merciful. [74.1] O you who are clothed![74.2] Arise and warn,[74.3] And your Lord do magnify,[74.4] And your garments do purify,[74.5] And uncleanness do shun,[74.6] And bestow not favors that you may receive again with increase,[74.7] And for the sake of yo...