ASH SHAFF
In the name of God, Most Gracious,
Most Merciful.
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Whatever is in the heavens and on earth, let it declare the Praises
and Glory of God: for He is the Exalted in Might, the Wise.
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O ye who believe! Why say ye that which ye do not?
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Grievously odious is it in the sight of God that ye say that
which ye do not.
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Truly God loves those who fight in His Cause in battle
array, as if they were a solid cemented structure.
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And remember, Moses said to his people: "O my people! why do ye vex and insult me, though ye know that I am the
apostle of God (sent) to you?" Then when they went wrong, God let their hearts
go wrong. For God guides not those who are rebellious
transgressors.
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And remember, Jesus, the son of Mary, said: "O Children
of
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Who doth greater wrong than one who invents falsehood
against God, even as he is being invited to Islam? And God guides not those who
do wrong.
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Their intention is to extinguish God's Light (by blowing)
with their mouths: But God will complete (the revelation of) His Light, even
though the Unbelievers may detest (it).
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It is He Who has sent His Apostle with Guidance and the
Religion of Truth, that he may proclaim it over all religion, even though the
Pagans may detest (it).
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O ye who believe! Shall I lead you to a bargain that will
save you from a grievous Penalty?-
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That ye believe in God and His Apostle, and that ye strive
(your utmost) in the Cause of God, with your property and your persons: That
will be best for you, if ye but knew!
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He will forgive you your sins, and admit you to Gardens beneath
which Rivers flow, and to beautiful mansions in Gardens of Eternity: that is
indeed the Supreme Achievement.
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And another (favour will He bestow,) which ye do love,- help
from God and a speedy victory. So give the Glad Tidings to the Believers.
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O ye who believe! Be ye helpers of God: As said Jesus the
son of Mary to the Disciples, "Who will be my helpers to (the work of)
God?" Said the disciples, "We are God's helpers!" then a portion
of the Children of