Surah Al-Anfal (8:31) in the Quran addresses the arrogant response of disbelievers when hearing the Quranic verses, stating, "We have heard. If we willed, we could say [something] like this. This is not but legends of the former peoples". It highlights their dismissal of divine revelation as merely old, mythical tales.
(8:31) And when Our verses are recited to them, they say: 'We have heard. We could, if we willed, compose the like of it. They, are nothing but fables of the ancient times. '
Surat Al-'Anfāl (The Spoils of War) - سورة الأنفال
They ask you, [O Muhammad], about the bounties [of war]. Say, "The [decision concerning] bounties is for Allah and the Messenger." So fear Allah and amend that which is between you and obey Allah and His Messenger, if you should be believers.
Al-Anfal (Arabic: ٱلأنفال, al-ʾanfāl; meaning The Spoils of War, Earnings, Savings, Profits) is the eighth chapter (sūrah) of the Quran, with 75 verses (āyāt). Regarding the timing and contextual background of the revelation (asbāb al-nuzūl), it is a Medinan surah, completed after the Battle of Badr.
Allah is the best of those who scheme. And (remember) when the disbelievers plotted against you (O Muhammad SAW) to imprison you, or to kill you, or to get you out (from your home, i.e. Makkah); they were plotting and Allah too was planning, and Allah is the Best of the planners.
(8:51) This is your punishment for what your hands wrought. Allah is not unjust in the least to His creatures. '
Surat Al-A'lā is among the most recited suras in the Jummah and Witr prayers. Regarding the timing and contextual background of the believed revelation (asbāb al-nuzūl), it is one of the earlier "Meccan surahs", which means that it is believed to have been revealed in Mecca, rather than later in Medina.
It's not just a random number — many believe it represents the numerical value of “Bismillah-ir-Rahman -ir-Raheem” (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful). 🙏 For centuries, Muslims have used 786 as a symbol of divine blessing, protection, and positivity in daily life.
Surah an-Nisā, is a chapter of the Quran regarding women. This Medinan surah aims at protecting the newly formed Muslim community by outlining acceptable behavior for Muslims.
The symbolic values of numbers
The number 8 in Islam symbolizes the eight angels that carry the throne of Allah in Jannah (heaven).
The only woman explicitly named in the Quran is Maryam (Mary), mother of the Prophet Jesus (Isa), who holds a uniquely honored status, mentioned seventy times and with an entire chapter (Surah Maryam) named after her, recognized as the greatest woman to have lived.
That is so because Allah will never change a grace which He has bestowed on a people until they change what is in themselves. And verily, Allah is All-Hearer, All-Knower. 54.
Ayat al-Kursi is regarded as the greatest verse of Quran according to the hadith.
(8:32) And also recall when they said: 'O Allah! If this indeed be the truth from You, then rain down stones upon us from heaven, or bring upon us a painful chastisement.
The hijab was associated with two of the Qur'an's verses, and imposed upon all Muslim females. Those verses are the following :24:30, 31, and 33:59.
We read in 24:31, And say to the believing women to lower their gaze and to guard their private parts and not to show their beauty spots (adornments) except that of it which is normally shown.
Surah Maryam & Other Powerful Duas for Pregnancy in Islam Surah Maryam (Chapter 19) in the Quran narrates the miraculous story of Maryam (AS) and the birth of Prophet Isa (AS). Regularly reciting this Surah with sincere intent and supplication can be a source of barakah and ease in your journey to have a child.
In the Qur'an, Allah mentioned that good men and women are those who marry, do not have fornicating relationships and do not have "paramours" or Akhdan see An-Nisaa': 25, Al-Ma'idah: 5). So it is not allowed for a Muslim boy to have a girlfriend or for a Muslim girl to have a boyfriend.
The "777 rule" of parenting in Islam refers to a parenting guideline dividing a child's upbringing into three distinct seven-year stages, based on Islamic teachings: the first seven years are for playing and nurturing (master), the next seven for teaching and discipline (slave/student), and the final seven for ...
In Islam, 313 signifies elite believers, primarily linked to the 313 companions of Prophet Muhammad at the Battle of Badr, the first major battle, and is also believed to be the number of special companions who will support the 12th Shia Imam, Mahdi, upon his return, representing faith, sacrifice, and leadership in critical moments.
(11:11) except those who are patient and act righteously. Such shall have Allah's forgiveness and a great reward. 11. Here sabr (fortitude) also implies another meaning, that is, steadfastness, the antonym of shallowness etc.
At-Tawbah. At-Tawbah (Arabic: ٱلتوبة, lit. 'the Repentance') is the ninth chapter (sura) of the Quran.