Surah Al-Baqarah 2:154 in the Quran states: "And do not say of those who are killed in the way of Allah, 'They are dead.' Rather, they are alive, but you perceive [it] not". It signifies that martyrs (shuhada) maintain a spiritual, elevated life with God, transcending physical death, despite appearances.
Among its profound verses is Surah Al-Baqarah, Verse 154, which redefines the concept of death, particularly for those who sacrifice their lives in the way of Allah: "And do not say about those who are killed in the way of Allah, 'They are dead. ' Rather, they are alive, but you perceive it not."
(2:155) We shall certainly test you by afflicting you with fear, hunger, loss of properties and lives and fruits. Give glad tidings, then, to those who remain patient; There is no commentary by Abul Maududi available for this verse.
And say not of those who are killed in the way of Allah, “They are dead.” Nay, they are living, but you perceive (it) not. (Amazing is the believer, for whatever Allah decrees for him, it is better for him!
(2:153) Believers! Seek help in patience and in Prayer; Allah is with those that are patient. 153. Since the ummah has been invested with world leadership, a set of necessary directives is now provided for its guidance.
This verse describes the special mode of offering their Taubah توبہ (repentance) which was prescribed for the Israelites in this situation, -- that is to say, those who had not indulged in the worship of the golden calf should execute those who had.
The Quran tells us in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:153), “O you who have believed, seek help through patience and prayer. Indeed, Allah is with the patient.” This verse reminds us that when we face challenges, instead of losing hope, we should rely on patience and prayer because Allah ﷻ is always there, standing by our side.
Go thou, and thy Lord, and fight ye two, while we sit here (and watch)." Shakir: They said: O Musa! we shall never enter it so long as they are in it; go therefore you and your Lord, then fight you both surely we will here sit down.
“So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me and do not deny Me.” [Quran, 2: 152] It means that memory of the Almighty Lord is not a unilateral process rather He listens to His devotees` request and give them happiness of hearts.
(3:154) Then, after inflict-ing this grief, He sent down an inner peace upon you - a sleep which overtook some of you. Those who were concerned merely about themselves, entertaining false notions about Allah - the notions of the Age of Ignorance - asked: 'Have we any say in the matter?'
God says: “We will surely test you” indicating that God will present us with tough experiences that distinguish the true believer form everyone else. Note that in the previous verse, Allah started with the toughest test of all: loss of life.
He said: Bring ye me good tidings (of a son) when old age hath overtaken me? Of what then can ye bring good tidings? He said, “Do you give me glad tidings, though being great (with years) has touched me? (i.e., I am an old man) Of what do you give me glad tidings?”
It's called “The Cow” because of this unique incident during Musa's (AS) time, where Allah commanded the people to sacrifice a cow to solve a murder case. This story appears only in this Surah, from verses 67 to 73.
155. We will certainly test you with some fear and hunger, and some loss of possessions and lives and crops. But give good news to the steadfast.
Virtues of the Martyrs
(Think not of those as dead who are killed in the way of Allah. Nay, they are alive, with their Lord, and they have provision.) (Their souls are inside green birds that have lamps, which are hanging below the Throne (of Allah), and they wander about in Paradise wherever they wish.
QUR'AN VERSE OF THE DAY: “So remember Me; I will remember you. And be grateful to Me.” — Qur'an 2:152 Reflection: Gratitude deepens awareness. The more you thank Allah, the more your heart learns to recognize His presence in your daily life — even in the smallest moments.
On the contrary, He is so close to each and every person that whenever any person so wishes he can communicate with his Lord. So much so that God hears and responds even to the prayers which remain within the innermost recesses of the heart.
(2:156) those who when any affliction smites them, they say: “Verily, we belong to Allah, and it is to Him that we are destined to return.” 156. 'Saying' does not signify the mere making of a statement. It means a statement which is accompanied by a deep conviction in one's heart: 'To Allah do we belong.
Allah gives you good news of a Word 1 from Him, his name will be the Messiah, 2 Jesus, son of Mary; honoured in this world and the Hereafter, and he will be one of those nearest ˹to Allah˺. And he will speak to people in ˹his˺ infancy and adulthood and will be one of the righteous.”
(2:152) So remember Me and I shall remember you; give thanks to Me and do not be ungrateful to Me for My favours. (2:153) Believers! Seek help in patience and in Prayer; Allah is with those that are patient.
The fourth chapter of the Quran, surah an-Nisa, addresses the mutual rights of human beings as well as lays the foundation for a sound family life.
Prophet Ayyub is known as one of the prophets who had extraordinary patience in facing trials in his life, ranging from trials of wealth, skin disease, and the loss of his family. Prophet Ayyub was tested for 18 years, but he remained patient, prayed, and believed in the help given by Allah.
Throne Verse. The Throne Verse (Arabic: آيَة ٱلْكُرْسِيّ, romanized: Āyat al-Kursī) is the 255th verse of the second chapter of the Quran, al-Baqara 2:255. In this verse, God introduces Himself to mankind and says nothing and nobody is comparable to God.
That (Literally: those “rules”) is what He has enjoined you with, that possibly you would be pious.” this is My path, leading straight, so follow it, and do not follow other ways: they will lead you away from it- ' This is what He commands you to do, so that you may refrain from wrongdoing.