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Quran for Thought A visual journey of commentary and reflections on select verses and words from the Quran

Meaning of Al- Nisyan
02/02/2025

Meaning of Al- Nisyan

Two Comprehensive Supplications from Sura Taha
24/10/2024

Two Comprehensive Supplications from Sura Taha

Difference Between تَوْبَة and اَسْتِغْفَارThe distinction between istighfar (seeking forgiveness) and tawbah (repentanc...
22/10/2024

Difference Between تَوْبَة and اَسْتِغْفَار

The distinction between istighfar (seeking forgiveness) and tawbah (repentance) lies in their nuanced meanings when mentioned together or separately. When they appear together, they convey different aspects of repentance: istighfar refers to seeking forgiveness for past sins, while tawbah emphasizes the resolve to avoid sin in the future. However, when mentioned individually, each term can encompass both meanings—seeking forgiveness for past wrongs and resolve not to commit the sin again. This is why Allah instructs both in sequence: “Seek forgiveness from your Lord, then turn to Him in repentance” (Quran 11:3).

References: Al-Wahidi’s Tafsir al-Basit (11/345)
Ibn al-Qayyim’s Madārij al-Sālikīn (1/315)

The Difference Between جَنَّة، جِنَّة and جُنَّة
11/10/2024

The Difference Between جَنَّة، جِنَّة and جُنَّة

Names of Qiyamah in Surat al-Haqqah
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Names of Qiyamah in Surat al-Haqqah

Two Ways to Purify the Soul
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Two Ways to Purify the Soul

The Quran The Path to Guidance
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The Quran The Path to Guidance

Difference Between Sin and Transgression
08/07/2024

Difference Between Sin and Transgression

Difference Between Goodness and Righteousness
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Difference Between Goodness and Righteousness

Unlocking the Secret to Instant Acceptance of Dua From the Quran
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Unlocking the Secret to Instant Acceptance of Dua From the Quran

Difference Between خوف and خشية
22/06/2024

Difference Between خوف and خشية

Inferred Etiquettes of Hosting from the Story of Ibrahim عليه السلام
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Inferred Etiquettes of Hosting from the Story of Ibrahim عليه السلام

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