Surah 25: Al-Furqan (The Criterion) - Recited by Ahmed Abdelhamid Tahoun

Al-Furqan is the twenty-fifth chapter of the Holy Qur'an, consisting of 77 verses. It is a Meccan Surah named "The Criterion" because the Qur'an serves as the standard by which truth is distinguished from falsehood.

The Surah opens with praise for God, who sent down the Criterion (the Qur'an) upon His servant. It vigorously refutes the various objections of the polytheists against the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and the nature of the Revelation.

Key Themes in Surah Al-Furqan include:

* Divine Origin: Strong arguments confirming that the Qur'an is the true word of God, not fabricated human speech.
* Prophetic History: Recounting the fate of previous nations that denied their messengers, such as the people of Noah and 'Ad, as a warning.
* Signs in Creation: Pointing to the vast and perfect creation (the shadow, the night and day, the wind, the sea) as evidence of God's power.
* Ibad ar-Rahman: Concluding with a profound and beautiful description of the essential noble qualities and conduct of the true servants of the Most Merciful.

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25: Al-Furqan (The Criterion)

Surah 72: Al-Jinn (The Jinn) - Recited by Ahmed Abdelhamid Tahoun

Al-Jinn is the seventy-second chapter of the Holy Qur'an, consisting of 28 verses. It is a powerful Meccan Surah that focuses entirely on the world of the Jinn, revealing their initial astonishment upon hearing the Qur'an and their immediate conversion to Islam.

The Surah’s core theme is the universal scope of the Prophet's message, which is a warning and guidance not only for mankind but also for the unseen world of the Jinn. It details their nature, their belief, and their understanding of accountability.

Key Themes in Surah Al-Jinn include:

* The Jinn's Testimony: The Jinn admit that they had searched for news of the heavens but found it guarded by intense burning meteors, confirming the start of the final Revelation era.
* Conversion and Belief: The Jinn declare their belief in the Qur'an, acknowledge God's oneness, and confess that they had previously followed misguiding figures.
* The Two Groups: The Jinn confirm that just like mankind, they are divided into righteous believers and rebellious disbelievers.
* The Prophet's Limits: God commands the Prophet (PBUH) to declare that he has no control over harm or benefit for himself or others, and that his sole function is to convey the message.
* Knowledge of the Unseen: The Surah concludes by confirming that God alone knows the unseen and only reveals what He wills to His chosen messengers.

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Surah 72: Al-Jinn (The Jinn).

Ahmed Tahoun

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