Is it that astonishing? Surah Yunus
Jumuah Mubarak
Jumuah Mubarak to our dear brothers and sisters!
Is it astonishing to people that We have sent revelation to a man from among themselves, instructing him, Warn humanity and give goodnews to the believers that they will have an honourable status with their Lord.?
Qur'an 10:2
This one verse is a testament to the wisdom and mercy of our Creator.
Why a Human?
Is it really that surprising to think that a mere man, an orphan with no crown or riches, was chosen to receive divine revelation?
In Surah Yunus, verse 2, people wondered, "Why would God speak to a human?" Yet, it is fitting that the One who fashioned us would extend His guidance to us in this earthly journey.
It makes perfect sense that Allah the Exalted would choose a human among us to convey His messagea fellow man whounderstands our struggles, hopes, and fears. Just as children often find it easier to listen to their peers rather than their parents, we too are more receptive to the wisdom of someone who walks the same path as we do.
This divine choice bridges the gap between the celestial and the earthly, making the message more accessible and relatable. There is nobetter choice than in His selection of the Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him.
Why send guidance?
Some may wonder why would God send revelation to humankind. But, imagine a world without revelationa place where we wander without truly understanding our purpose, our reason for being, and theprinciples by which we should live. Such a world would lack the divine light that illuminates our paths, leaving us without direction or clarity.
Doesn't it follow that the Most Merciful would want us to find fulfillment by knowing and worshipping Him through the wise guidance of His Book?
Watch the rest of Imam Kemal's The Light of Yunus from our Ramadan programming below to learn more of these gems.
Dive deeper into the inspiring stories of the Prophet and his Companions inThe Seerah Song and The Sahaba Series coming this August. Bring their incredible journeys to life, offering valuable lessons and insights for all as we tread the path of Islam.
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Ya Rabb (Lord), guide our hearts and limbs with steadfastness in our hijrah (migration) to You, just as You did for the Beloved Prophet and Prophet Musa, peace be upon him. Help our weak hearts overcome its lowly desires and the delusions ofthis dunya (worldly life) to facilitate our journey of obedience and slavehood to You alone. Accept our sincere repentance and shower us with the gift of Your boundless forgiveness and mercy with our bad deeds transforming into those beloved to You. Grant relief and victory to the Ummah of Your Beloved Prophet .
Relieve Difficulties for Others
The Prophet, peace and blessings be upon him, said,
Whoever is pleased for Allah to save him from distress on the Day of Resurrection, let him relieve one in hardship or lifthis burden.
Sahih Muslim 1563
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