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3. Maidah (5:110)
a)This passage presents the theme of God’s Messengers, focusing on Prophet ʿĪsā (A.S.), also
known as Jesus. It emphasizes that ʿĪsā was a human prophet, not the son of God. He was
miraculously born to Maryam (A.S.) without a father, by God’s command, and he spoke in
infancy to defend his mother’s honour. As the Qur’an says: “He shall speak to the people in
childhood and in maturity.” (3:46)The surah highlights that the miracles performed by ʿĪsā —
such as healing the blind and raising the dead — were all done “by God’s permission.” This
a)This passage explores the theme of God’s Messengers, focusing on Prophet Ibrāhīm (A.S.) and
his search for the truth. By observing the stars, moon, and sun, he came to understand that none
of them could be God, as they all set and faded — a sign that the Creator must be eternal and
unchanging. Through reflection upon these natural signs, God guided Ibrāhīm to the truth of
Tawḥīd (the Oneness of God). His declaration — “How should I fear the beings you associate with
Allah when you fear not to give partners to Allah?” (6:81) — reflects his courage in rejecting
polytheism and declaring the Oneness of Allah before his people. The passage demonstrates that
God’s power is absolute, shown through His control over the sun, moon, and stars, and that He
guides His chosen messengers through His signs.
b)The lessons from Ibrāhīm’s story strengthen a Muslim’s belief in the Oneness of God and
their rejection of shirk (associating partners with God). It reminds believers that created things
are temporary, while God is eternal, thus protecting them from idolising material or worldly
powers. This passage encourages Muslims to use reason and reflection to understand God’s
existence and to look at the world around them as a means of strengthening faith. It builds a
direct link between the believer and God, reminding them to rely solely on Him in all matters. It
also teaches that God’s signs are everywhere — in the heavens, in nature, and in the human
experience — and recognizing them fosters awe and humility. Ultimately, the story motivates
Muslims to worship God alone through prayer, fasting, and good deeds, and to follow Ibrāhīm’s
example of faith, courage, and devotion.