Quran Page 26: Divine Laws and the Danger of Blind Following (Surah Al-Baqarah 170-176)

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📖 About Surah Al-Baqarah (Page 26)

In Page 26, Allah (SWT) criticizes those who refuse to use their intellect and instead cling to the traditions of their forefathers even when they lack guidance. The page clearly defines Prohibited (Haram) foods—dead animals, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which is sacrificed to others besides Allah. It also speaks of the severe consequences for those who conceal the Scripture to attain temporary worldly benefits.

🕌 Arabic Text (Page 26)

🌍 English Translation (Sahih International)

170. And when it is said to them, "Follow what Allah has revealed," they say, "Rather, we will follow that which we found our fathers doing." Even though their fathers understood nothing, nor were they guided?

172. O you who have believed, eat from the good things which We have provided for you and be grateful to Allah if it is [indeed] Him that you worship.

173. He has only forbidden to you dead animals, blood, the flesh of swine, and that which has been dedicated to other than Allah. But whoever is forced [by necessity], neither desiring [it] nor transgressing [its limit], there is no sin upon him...

174. Indeed, they who conceal what Allah has sent down of the Book and exchange it for a small price - those consume not into their bellies except the Fire...

💡 Vocabulary & Tajwid Insights

Arabic Word Meaning / Rule
Al-Khinzīr (الْخِنْزِيرِ) The swine/pig.
Muḍṭarra (مُضْطَرَّ) One forced by necessity/dire circumstances.
Tajwid Rule Ikhfa Shafawi: In verse 174, look at the phrase "Innalladhīna yaktumūna mā anzala...". Note the Ikhfa at "Mā anzala" (Noon Sakinah followed by Alif/Hamza depends on qira'at, but usually Noon Sakinah followed by 'Zay'). Also, practice the Ghunnah in the Tanween of "Thamnan qalīlā".

"Eat of the good things We have provided for you." — Practicing gratitude through Halal living.

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