Surah Al Anfal (Verses 65-69)

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LESSON # 9 Chapter # 8 (Surah Al Anfal) For English Reference; https://www.islamicstudies.info/tafheem.php?sura=8&verse=65&to=69 For Urdu Reference; https://tafheem.net/islamikitabein/urduref.php?sura=8&verse=65-69

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LESSON # 9 of Chapter # 8. Difficult Vocabularies from LESSON # 9 (Chapter # 8 Verses 65-69) Verse # 65. 1- Rouse. (Verb) (To wake someone up or make someone more active or excited.) 2- Persevere. (Verb) (To continue making an effort to do or achieve something, even when this is difficult or takes a long time.) 3- Vanquish. (Verb) (To defeat an enemy or opponent, especially in war.) 4- Cognizant. (Adjective) (Understanding or realizing something.) Verse # 67. 5- Behove. (Verb) (It is right for someone to do something.) Verse # 68. 6- Stern. (Adjective) (Severe, or showing disapproval.) 7- Afflicted. (Verb) Past Participle (If a problem or illness afflicts a person or thing, they or it suffer from it.) Verse # 69. 8- Ransom. (Noun) (A large amount of money that is demanded in exchange for someone who has been taken prisoner, or sometimes for an animal.) 9- Persuasive. (Adjective) (To make someone do or believe something by giving them a good reason to do it or by talking to that person and making them believe it.) 10- Preliminary. (Adjective) (Coming before a more important action or event, especially introducing or preparing for it.) 11- Smite. (Verb) (To hit someone forcefully or to have a sudden powerful or damaging effect on someone.) 12- Subdued. (Adjective) (If a colour or light is subdued, it is not very bright.) 13- Contingent. (Noun) (A group of people representing an organization or country, or a part of a military force.) 14- Stipulation. (Noun) (A condition or requirement that is specified or demanded as part of an agreement.) 15- Concerted. (Adjective) (Planned or done together for a shared purpose.) 16- Imbibed. (Verb) Past Participle (To drink, especially alcohol.) 17- Coffers. (Phrase) Plural (The money that an organization has in its bank accounts and available to spend.) 18- Pertinent. (Adjective) (Relating directly to the subject being considered.) 19- Plausible. (Adjective) (Seeming likely to be true, or able to be believed.)

LESSON # 9 of Chapter # 8. References from LESSON # 9 (Chapter # 8 Verses 65-69) Verse # 69. 1- (See Muslim, 'Jihad', 'Bab al-lmdad bi al-Mala'ikah fi Ghazwah Badr'; and the comments on verses 67 and 68 by Ibn Kathir; and on verse 67 by Jassas and Qurtubi - Ed.) 2- Al Qur'aan (47:4) https://islamicstudies.info/reference.php?sura=47&verse=4 3- (See the comments of Jassas on verses 67- 9-Ed.) 4- Al Qur'aan (47:4) https://islamicstudies.info/reference.php?sura=47&verse=4 5- (See the comments of Jassas on this verse, vol. 3, pp. 72-3 - Ed.) 6- (Ibn Hisham. vol. 1, p. 628 - Ed.)

LESSON # 9 of Chapter # 8. Summary of Verses (65-69) of Chapter # 8 Surah Al Anfal: Here are the concise summary points based on the verses of Surah Al-Anfal: 1. Strength through Understanding: Believers, with true understanding of their cause, are spiritually stronger than unbelievers. A believer’s commitment and understanding of truth give them an advantage, even if physically outnumbered. 2. Increased Perseverance: Allah lightens the burden for Muslims who have perseverance. If they remain steadfast, their strength, by Allah's leave, will surpass that of a stronger enemy. 3. Prophet’s Mission: A Prophet should not take captives until the enemy is fully subdued. The focus should be on the spiritual goal of the mission, not worldly gains like ransom or spoils. 4. Divine Decree on Ransom: While the Muslims initially accepted ransom after the Battle of Badr, Allah disapproved, as they had not fully defeated the enemy. The ultimate mission is to crush the enemy’s power, not to collect wealth. 5. Correction of Worldly Behavior: The Muslims’ preference for collecting spoils and captives over pursuing a decisive victory was criticized. God’s mercy allowed them to keep the spoils, but they were reminded to focus on the higher mission of defeating unbelievers, not worldly gains. 6. Mercy and Forgiveness: Despite the mistake, Allah showed mercy, and Muslims were allowed to keep the spoils of war. However, they were cautioned to refrain from behavior displeasing to God. These points emphasize the importance of understanding the true purpose of battle, prioritizing the mission over material gains, and recognizing the strength that comes from spiritual commitment.

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