Surah 37: As-Saffat (Those Who Set the Ranks) - Recited by Ahmed Abdelhamid Tahoun

As-Saffat is the thirty-seventh chapter of the Holy Qur'an, consisting of 182 verses. It is a Meccan Surah that begins with a series of powerful oaths regarding the angels ("Those who set the ranks"), emphasizing the structure and order of the universe and the power of God.

The Surah deals primarily with the denouncement of polytheism and the pagan beliefs regarding angels and jinn, and it firmly asserts the truth of the Resurrection and accountability.

Key Themes in Surah As-Saffat include:

* The Refutation of Polytheism: Strong arguments against the Meccan pagans' beliefs, particularly their false claim that angels are the daughters of God.
* The Sacrifice of Ishmael: A moving and detailed narrative of Prophet Abraham (Ibrahim) and his son, Prophet Ishmael (Isma'il), showcasing their absolute submission to God's command.
* Protection of the Prophets: Highlighting the stories of Noah, Moses, Aaron, Elijah, and Lot, confirming that God will always grant peace and ultimate victory to His sincere messengers.
* The Final Triumph: Concluding with the powerful assurance that God’s forces (the messengers) will ultimately be victorious and that His promise is true.

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Surah 37: As-Saffat (Those Who Set the Ranks)

Surah 61: As-Saff (The Ranks) Surah 61: As-Saff (The Ranks) - Recited by Ahmed Abdelhamid Tahoun

As-Saff is the sixty-first chapter of the Holy Qur'an, consisting of 14 verses. It is a Medinan Surah named "The Ranks" after the verse that praises those who fight in the cause of God, standing as a firm structure: "Indeed, Allah loves those who fight in His cause in [solid] ranks as though they were a [single] structure joined firmly." (Verse 4).

The Surah’s core theme is the imperative for sincerity and practical commitment, emphasizing the greatness of God's hatred for those whose actions contradict their claims of faith.

Key Themes in Surah As-Saff include:

* Consistency of Action: A strong condemnation of those who preach what they do not practice ("Why do you say what you do not do?").
* The Call to Jihad: Encouraging believers to strive (Jihad) with their wealth and lives, declaring this to be the most profitable transaction with God.
* Prophetic Continuity: Recounting Prophet Moses being wronged by his people, and Prophet Jesus ('Isa) prophesying the coming of the final messenger, Ahmed (a name of Prophet Muhammad).
* The Promise of Victory: Concluding with the assurance that God will perfect His light, even if the disbelievers hate it, and that He will grant victory to His religion over all others.

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