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Surah al Baqara continues with the prohibition of acquiring unlawful wealth or property. Shaykh Abdul-Rahim explains the meanings of ‘baatil’ (that which is wrong / something that is perishing) and how it applies in this context. He illustrates the gravity of the sin of willingly taking another’s wealth through bribery with a beautiful hadith of prophet Muhamad (peace and blessings be upon him). In verse 189, the believers are told that the waxing and waning of the moon have nothing to do with superstition, but it is a means to fix mark fixed periods – particularly hajj. This section ends with the command to fight, within prescribed limits, those in the way of Allah.

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Continuing from the previous episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat details the rules of fasting and highlights the mercy and kindness of Allah Most High. He explains that God is ‘close’ means more than physical space and that the duas of the one who fasts are definitely accepted – perhaps not the way imagined or hoped, but always in the best way.



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In this episode, Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on the verses about fasting and the wisdom and benefit of this spiritual act. He explains that although fasting was decreed for the former people, they changed it to suit their needs. He then clarifies why this injunction was relaxed for a particular group of people and the redemption for being unable to fast.



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Shaykh Abdul-Rahim Reasat elaborates on the decree and wisdom behind the law regarding killing and the benefit it holds for the believers. He explains that the injunction to make a bequest to parents and next of kin (verse 181) was to ensure that no dispute arose in the family and that the inheritors received their due. This verse was later abrogated with Sura an Nisa’ (Quran 4:11).



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In this verse, Allah Most High states the essence of birr (righteousness). This Shaykh Abdul-Rahim elaborates in detail and explains the qualities a person of birr has: 1) belief, 2) giving charity, 3) perfecting prayer, 4) giving zakat, and 5) fulfilling their promises. He alludes to the subtle nuances of the Arabic language and highlights the importance of being steadfast and patient in times of extreme poverty and hardship.

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In these verses, Allah Most High grants the believers permission to consume, except for certain conditions, what He has provided them. Shaykh Abdul Rahim-Reasat details these exceptions and explains the following verses where Allah Most High states that He will not address the disbelievers and polytheists in the slightest on the Day of Resurrection. They had a choice and chose to hide the Truth.



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