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Day 27: Sūrah al-Mujādilah to Sūrah al-Taḥrīm
A journey through the final Madīnah revelations — covering divine law, community ethics, prophetic household guidance, and the eternal bond of faith.
Juz 28
Madīnah Revelations
Contemplate and Apply
Overview: Day 27 Reading
The Qur'ān reading for day 27 spans Sūrah al-Mujādilah through Sūrah al-Taḥrīm. All chapters were revealed during the Madīnah phase, mostly between years 4–8 after Hijrah — with the exception of Sūrah al-Taghābun, most likely revealed in Makkah.
Sūrahs Covered
Al-Mujādilah · Al-Ḥashr · Al-Mumtaḥinah · Al-Ṣaff · Al-Jumu'ah · Al-Munāfiqūn · Al-Taghābun · Al-Ṭalāq · Al-Taḥrīm
Period of Revelation
Primarily years 4–8 after Hijrah, the heart of the Madīnah legislative era.
Unifying Thread
Community ethics, divine law, the bonds of faith, and warnings against hypocrisy and disbelief.
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Sūrah 58
Sūrah al-Mujādilah — The Pleading Woman
Main Theme: A manifestation of Allah's Omniscience, teaching creation to respect Him and be mindful of His watchfulness, warning them against opposing Him.
Named "Al-Mujādilah" for opening with the story of a woman who disputed with the Prophet ﷺ regarding her husband's declaration of ẓihār. It is approximately 103rd in order of revelation.
Al-Mujādilah: Objectives
Ruling on Ẓihār
Clarifying the Islamic ruling on nullifying ẓihār and its expiation — one of the pre-Islamic practices Allah refuted and condemned.
Exposing Hypocrisy
Mentioning the delusions of the hypocrites: secret consultations, inappropriate greetings to the Prophet ﷺ, alliances with the Jews, and oaths to falsehood.
Etiquette of Gatherings
Teaching believers the etiquette of assembly and interaction with the Prophet ﷺ, and distinguishing them from the disbelievers in conduct.
Love & Loyalty for Allah
Explaining the reality of love and hatred for Allah's sake — the strongest bond of faith, completed by opposing Allah's enemies. These are the truly successful.
Al-Mujādilah: Verse Guide
The Sūrah moves from personal family law to communal ethics, culminating in the profound theological principle of loyalty and disavowal for Allah's sake.
Sūrah 59
Sūrah al-Ḥashr — The Exile
Revealed right after Banū Naḍīr was expelled from their lands after conspiring to kill the Prophet ﷺ in year 4 after Hijrah. Named "Al-Ḥashr" for Allah's mention of the expulsion of the Yahūd of Banū Naḍīr, dispersing them to Khaybar and the Levant — their first expulsion from the Arabian Peninsula.
Al-Ḥashr: Main Themes & Objectives
Allah's Power & Support
Illustrating Allah's power and majesty, His support for the Prophet ﷺ by the exile of Banū Naḍīr despite their strongholds.
Laws of Spoils
Detailing the laws concerning al-Fay' (property left by the enemy) and its distribution, prioritizing the needy.
Brotherhood of Believers
Glorifying the Migrants and Helpers, highlighting their selflessness and the generational goodwill among believers.
Hypocrisy Exposed
Rebuking the Munāfiqūn for their affinity with Banū Naḍīr, drawing parallels with Satan's deception of the disbelievers.
Al-Ḥashr: Verse Guide
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1–5
The banishing of Banū Naḍīr
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6–7
Distribution of al-Fay'
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8–10
Selflessness of the believers across generations
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11–17
Rebuke of the Munāfiqūn
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18–20
Admonition to fear Allah
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21–24
The Qur'ān's impact & Allah's Beautiful Names
The Sūrah concludes with Allah's Beautiful Names to inspire veneration — the very cause of the believers' brotherhood and unity.
Sūrah 60
Sūrah al-Mumtaḥinah — The Tested Woman
Estimated to have been revealed in year 6 after Hijrah. Named "Al-Mumtaḥinah" for the verse that tests migrating women from Mecca to Medina.
Main Theme: Warning the believers against allying with the disbelievers, and commanding them to take Ibrāhīm ﷺ as their example in freeing themselves from the disbelievers.
Al-Mumtaḥinah: Objectives & Verse Guide
Key Objectives
  • Warning believers against befriending enemies who exploit division
  • Stating that kinship ties are irrelevant against religious enmity
  • Mandating the testing of believing women who migrate
  • Detailing conditions of the pledge of allegiance (bay'ah)
Verse Breakdown
Verses 1–9: Instructions on loving for Allah and disavowing the disbelievers; taking Ibrāhīm as one's example.
Verses 10–12: Instructions for accepting the bay'ah from women who accepted Islam and migrated.
Verse 13: Reiteration of the obligation to disassociate from the disbelievers.
Sūrah 61
Sūrah al-Ṣaff — The Ranks
Main Theme: Encouraging the believers to support the true religion of Allah. Named "Al-Ṣaff" for mentioning believers fighting in Allah's cause as though they were a solidly constructed wall.
Al-Ṣaff: Objectives & Verse Guide
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Urging Jihad & Steadfastness
Promising good rewards and victory for sincere faith and struggle in Allah's cause.
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Following the Truthful
Calling believers to follow the example of the disciples of 'Isā ﷺ when he asked for their support for Allah's sake — and they responded.
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Allah's Tradition of Support
Pointing out Allah's tradition of supporting His religion, prophets, and allies; illustrating the enemies' futile efforts as one attempting to blow out the sun with his breath.
Verses 1–9 address the nations of Mūsā and 'Isā who neglected to aid Allah's religion. Verses 10–14 present Allah's bargain with the believers and glad tidings of victory.
Sūrah 62
Sūrah al-Jumu'ah — Friday
Main Theme: The blessing of Prophethood upon this Ummah — to obey the Prophet ﷺ and unite around that obedience; a warning against resembling Ahlul Kitāb who cast off the trust and opposed the Messengers. The Day of al-Jumu'ah is among the exceptional aspects that unify this nation.
Al-Jumu'ah: Objectives & Verse Guide
The Prophet's ﷺ Role
Highlighting the Prophet's ﷺ role in rescuing the Arabs from the darkness of polytheism and honoring humanity.
Refuting the Jews' Claim
Discussing the deviation of the Jews from God's law, refuting their claim of being Allah's chosen ones, likening them to a donkey carrying valuable books but benefiting from none.
Friday Prayer Rulings
Mentioning several rulings regarding Friday prayer — the command to hasten to the khuṭbah and warning those who prefer amusement and trade over Allah's reward.
Verses 1–4: Status of the message and Messenger ﷺ. Verses 5–8: Failure of the Yahūd. Verses 9–11: Command to hasten to Friday prayer.
Sūrah 63
Sūrah al-Munāfiqūn — The Hypocrites
Revealed in year 5 after Hijrah after the Battle of Banī Muṣṭaliq, when the head of the hypocrites, Abdullah bin Ubayy, said what is mentioned in verse 8. Named "Al-Munāfiqūn" because it discusses the hypocrites, their characteristics, statements, and their stance toward the Prophet ﷺ and the believers.
Main Theme: The reality of the Munāfiqīn, their traits, and a warning against their schemes.
Al-Munāfiqūn: Where Hypocrisy Appears in the Qur'ān
The Munāfiqūn are described most in detail across six key locations in the Qur'ān:
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Al-Baqarah 8–20
The foundational description of hypocrites.
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Āli 'Imrān (second half)
Their weakening of morale after the Day of Uḥud.
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Sūrah al-Nisā'
Detailed legal and social dimensions of hypocrisy.
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Sūrah al-Tawbah
Exposure during the campaign of Tabūk.
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Sūrah al-Aḥzāb
Their behavior during the Battle of the Trench.
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Sūrah al-Munāfiqūn
A dedicated Sūrah exposing their disgrace in full.
Al-Munāfiqūn: Objectives & Structure
Part I — Their Evil Traits
Exposing the disgrace of the hypocrites: their reprehensible traits, conspiracies against the Prophet ﷺ and companions, the ugliness of their inner selves, and their appalling statements.
Part II — Warning the Believers
Warning believers against being distracted by worldly allurements — wealth and children — from obeying Allah and worship. Urging them to spend in Allah's way before it is too late and regret avails nothing.
Sūrah 64
Sūrah al-Taghābun — Mutual Disillusion
There is well-known scholarly differing on whether this Sūrah was revealed in Makkah or Madīnah. Named "Al-Taghābun" — one of the names for the Day of Judgment — when differences among people become apparent and disbelievers suffer loss by forsaking faith. This term is unique to this Sūrah.
Main Themes: A warning against the greatest causes of loss on the Day of Judgment; directing Muslims to prepare materially and spiritually to avert such loss.
Al-Taghābun: Objectives & Verse Guide
Warning Against Denial
Inviting reflection on the fate of nations that denied their messengers, resulting in punishment and ruin due to disbelief, stubbornness, and misguidance.
Repudiating Denial of Resurrection
Denouncing polytheists for denying resurrection; clarifying that salvation lies in believing in Allah alone, acknowledging His Messenger ﷺ, and adhering to scripture.
Warning Against Family Distractions
Warning believers against the enmity of some kin who deter them from faith, migration, and jihad; advising patience and commanding generosity in spending.
Verses 1–6: Allah's purpose in creation. Verses 7–13: Repudiation of denial of resurrection; Tawḥīd. Verses 14–18: Warning against distractions of spouses, children, and wealth.
Sūrah 65
Sūrah al-Ṭalāq — Divorce
Ibn Mas'ūd called it "The shorter Sūrah al-Nisā'." Main Themes: The seriousness of divorce and its boundaries, emphasizing the results of having Taqwā and cautioning against transgressing Allah's bounds. It concludes with a beautiful reminder about Allah's perfect knowledge and power.
Named "Al-Ṭalāq" as it details the rulings on divorce, its process, the consequent waiting period ('iddah), provisions, and residency.
Al-Ṭalāq: Objectives & Verse Guide
Rulings on Divorce
Clarifying divorce rulings, the waiting period, types of 'iddah, and related matters of breastfeeding, maintenance, and residency.
Allah's Limits
Commanding adherence to Allah's limits, calling for God-consciousness, and warning against crossing His boundaries with examples from past nations.
Mercy in Hardship
Verses interspersed with admonitions and promises from Allah to encourage justice and calm troubled hearts during divorce.
Verses 1–3: Proper divorce. Verses 4–5: The 'iddah. Verses 6–7: Financial maintenance and shelter. Verses 8–10: Threat of punishment for opposing Allah's laws. Verse 11: Blessing of the Messenger ﷺ. Verse 12: Allah's perfect knowledge and power.
Sūrah 66
Sūrah al-Taḥrīm — The Prohibition
Said to have been revealed in approximately year 7 after Hijrah. Named "Al-Taḥrīm" for mentioning the Prophet's ﷺ self-imposed prohibition of something Allah made lawful for him, starting with a reproof for such prohibition.
Main Themes: Raising believing households to venerate Allah's boundaries and give priority to pleasing Him. The story of the Prophetic household serves as a foundation for preparing the Muslim family and society.
Al-Taḥrīm: Objectives & Verse Guide
Objectives
  • Educating the Muslim household and preparing an ideal model for a happy family
  • Prohibiting disclosure of secrets between spouses
  • Urging believers to educate their families and work on their salvation from punishment
  • Alerting that no lineage or rank avails if one's deeds are not righteous
Verse Breakdown
Verses 1–5: Advice to the Prophet ﷺ and his wives about an incident between them.
Verses 6–12: Advice to save oneself and one's family from the Fire; encouragement for sincere repentance; two examples of righteous women and two of wicked women.
Contemplate, Comprehend, Apply
The following reflections draw out the living lessons from each passage — moving from understanding to transformation.
Al-Mujādilah through Al-Taḥrīm
Reflections: Al-Mujādilah 1–21
Verses 1–6: Allah's Kindness to the Oppressed
Allah's kindness toward the oppressed is evident in answering their prayers. The variety of expiations for ẓihār according to one's capability reflects Allah's mercy in relieving hardship.
Verses 7–11: Divine Omniscience
Though Allah is Exalted above His creation, He is all-knowing of them and nothing is hidden from Him. Believers are commanded that their secret counsels be in righteousness and piety. Among the etiquette of gatherings: making space for others.
Verses 12–21: Grace, Allegiance & Victory
Allah's grace is shown by teaching companions not to overburden the Prophet ﷺ. The allegiance of Jews is characteristic of hypocrites. The ultimate loss of disbelievers and victory of believers is a divine tradition — delayed but never absent.
Reflections: Al-Mujādilah 22 — Al-Ḥashr 16
Love & Faith
Love that does not make a Muslim denounce a disbeliever's religion is prohibited. Natural love for a non-Muslim relative is permissible. The bond of faith is the strongest link among the people of faith.
Allah's Decree
The ascendancy of falsehood may seem unending until defeat comes unexpectedly. Part of Allah's decree involves alleviating calamities through lesser hardships.
Islam's Beauty in Wealth
One of Islam's beauties is considering the needy for wealth allocation, directing spoils of war to them rather than the self-sufficient wealthy. Preferring others over oneself is vividly demonstrated by the Anṣār.
Hypocrites' Bonds
The bond of faith is unaffected by time or place. The hypocrites' friendship with Jews is a superficial bond that dissolves during hardships. Jews are described as cowards in battle, relying on fortifications for protection.
Reflections: Al-Ḥashr 17–24
Self-Accountability
A sign of Allah's guidance is a believer's self-accountability in this world before the Day of Judgment.
The Qur'ān's Impact
The profound impact of the Qur'ān on a great mountain is a reminder that humans, being more susceptible, should be even more moved.
Allah's Beautiful Names
The names — the Creator, the Originator, the Fashioner — reflect the stages of creation: from decreeing, to bringing into existence, to giving it a unique form. Mentioning one implies the others.
Reflections: Al-Jumu'ah & Al-Munāfiqūn
The Prophet's ﷺ Immense Favor
The immense favor of the Prophet ﷺ on humanity — rescuing them from the darkness of ignorance. Guidance is a favor from Allah alone, sought from Him and attracted by obedience to Him.
Friday Prayer Obligation
The obligation to hasten to Friday prayer after the call and the prohibition of worldly activities except for a valid excuse.
The Inner Self
A Sūrah dedicated to the hypocrites highlights their danger and concealed nature. The real value is in the rectitude of the inner self, not in the beauty of appearance or eloquence of speech.
Reflections: Al-Munāfiqūn 5–11 & Al-Taghābun
Traits of Hypocrites
Ignoring advice and arrogance are characteristics of hypocrites. Economic blockade of Muslims is one of their strategies. Wealth and children become dangerous when they distract from the remembrance of Allah.
The Day of Judgment
It is by Allah's decree that people are divided into the wretched and the blissful. Remembering the loss of people on the Day of Judgment aids in performing righteous deeds.
Destiny & Generosity
The messengers' role is to convey; guidance is in Allah's hands. Belief in destiny brings tranquility. Obligations are within the capacity of the obligated. Spending in Allah's way multiplies the reward.
Reflections: Al-Ṭalāq & Al-Taḥrīm
Al-Ṭalāq 1–5
The address to the Prophet ﷺ is for his Ummah unless specific exclusivity is proven. Accommodation and maintenance are mandatory for a revocably divorced woman. Encouragement toward witnessing prevents disputes. Piety carries immense benefits and greatness.
Al-Ṭalāq 6–12
No obligation for a pregnant woman to breastfeed if divorced. Obligations are only within one's capability. Belief in Allah's power and comprehensive knowledge brings contentment and tranquility of the heart.
Al-Taḥrīm 1–7
The legitimacy of expiation for oaths. The Prophet's ﷺ esteemed position before his Lord and His defense of him. His kindness toward his wives involved overlooking some mistakes to maintain affection. The believer's responsibility for himself and his family.
Al-Taḥrīm 8–12
Sincere repentance is the cause of all goodness. The struggle of knowledge and the struggle of the sword are both indispensable. Kinship benefits no one on the Day of Judgment if separated by religion. Modesty and avoiding suspicion are traits of righteous believing women.
The Unifying Message of Day 27
From the laws of family life to the expulsion of treacherous tribes, from the etiquette of gatherings to the reality of the Day of Judgment — these Sūrahs call every believer to live with awareness of Allah, loyalty to His Messenger ﷺ, and sincere brotherhood with the faithful.
Divine Law
Rulings that bring justice, mercy, and order to human life.
Community Ethics
The etiquette of gatherings, loyalty, and disavowal for Allah's sake.
Household Guidance
Preparing the Muslim family as the foundation of a righteous society.
Eternal Accountability
Every soul will stand before Allah — prepared by Taqwā and sincere repentance.