Quran Garden - The Holy Quran Explained in Clear English (English Tafsir)

God says: “Those are the messengers - We preferred some above others. God spoke to some; others He raised many degrees in rank; We gave Jesus, son of Mary, Our clear signs and strengthened him with the Holy Spirit.” (from 2:253) Learn more about the Holy Spirit in Islam in this week's Quran Update.

Prophet Muhammad was an illiterate man, a fact well known to everyone, especially his disbelieving enemies. But isn’t illiteracy a shame? We answer that yes, for you and me illiteracy is an embarrassment. But for our beloved prophet Muhammad, it was an honor. Why? Find the answers and much more in this week's Quran session.

Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) said: "If it were not for the elderly bowing in worship, for suckling babies, and for pasturing animals, God would have brought down such a harsh punishment for your corruption that it would utterly destroy you." Learn more in this week's Tafsir session.

Why does the world go from one war to another? Who do conflicts last for years, even decades? There must be a better way. Find the answers and much more in this week's Quran English session.

So you have a big task ahead. You should ask God for help, right? Not so fast. Learn the best time to ask for God's help and much more in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.

My God, or My Lord? Which one should you use? Learn the difference and the best time to use each one in this week's English Quran Tafsir update.

In the previous session we learned how to select a proper leader, now we look into how to make an elite Army of top fighters. King Saul starts his journey to face the Army of Goliath. Take a few moments to watch.

Should Muslims take care of historic objects and put relics on display? Or are these objects a path to idolatry and polytheism? Find the answers and much more in this week's Quran Tafsir session.

Should a rich billionaire be president? Should a King have a long family legacy? What are the criteria for a non-religious leader? Find the answers and much more in this week's English Tafsir session.

Most people talk the talk, but very few walk the walk. Learn more about how most people behave in this week's Quran Tafsir session.

Why do we have to give to charity? Why doesn't God provide directly to the poor? Find the answer to this question and much more in this week's update.

Khaled ibn Al Waleed –the famous leader of the Muslim armies- taught us a valuable lesson from his deathbed. Learn more about life and death in this week's Koran Tafsir session.

God says: "Didn't you see how your Lord dealt with the people of the elephants?" (105:1) How can God ask you (or ask prophet Muhammad) if we have seen an event that happened before our time? Are we supposed to time travel? Find the answer and much more in this week's Quran Tafser update.

What happens to the widow after the husband's death? Does she have rights? How about the marital home? find the answers and much more in this week's clear English Quran session.

Learn how Prophet Muhammad compared the five daily prayers to a river. We also discuss “fear prayer.” Take few minutes to listen to this week’s English Quran Tafsir update.

In this week’s Quran tafsir, we explore a question about the daily prayers (Salat), and we find five different answers! We are not sure which answer is correct. Find out the wisdom behind this difficult issue in this week’s Quran session.

Better than justice? Did you know that being fair may leave people with ill feelings and regret? Learn how to use this fact to your advantage in today's' Quran Tafsir update.

In the previous verses, we discussed matters related to married and widowed women. But what if a situation arises where a husband divorces his wife before the couple consummates the marriage? Learn the answer and much more in this week's Quran update.

After a divorce or after the husband's death, the wife may be looking to move on with her life. The Quran addresses the issues of dating and marriage for the widow or the newly divorced woman. Learn more in this week's English Quran update.

‘Iddah’ is the waiting period God prescribed for the woman after the marriage ends in divorce or after the death of the husband. Learn the duration of iddah and the wisdom behind it in this week's English Quran update.

Divorce causes big problems, but Allah wants to shield the children from the parent’s disagreements. No matter how ugly the divorce was, the rights of the children from breastfeeding to clothing should take priority. Learn more in this week's Al-baqarah English Tafsir update.

During divorce, some men may pretend to be upright, while in reality, they want to harm and abuse their wife. Allah issues a stern warning to such men who plan domestic abuse. Learn more in this week's English Quran Update.

When it comes to divorce, some couples try to evade and cheat God's teachings. Learn how to avoid this sin in this week's English Quran Tafsir update.

In this week's Tafsir update, we discuss social issues. Learn how God's law saves humanity from the experimentation and greed of man-made laws.

Do you know the story of Jamila, the sister of Abdullah ibn Ubay? Do you know how she divorced her husband after speaking to Prophet Muhammad? Learn the details and much more in this week's update. We also address a common problem: When a man repeats to his wife “I divorce you” three times, is it considered a single divorce or not?

Under no circumstance should a woman in the process of divorce hide her pregnancy in order to move on with her life and marry another man. Such a lie would attribute the child to the new husband and create many issues and injustices. Learn more in this week's update.

Do you know the story between Caliph Uthman, Imam Ali and the six-months pregnant woman? Learn the details and much more in this week's English Tafsir update.

When a husband oversteps God’s limits, he can be ordered by a judge to return to his wife or to divorce her. If the husband refuses to do so, then the judge can force a divorce. Learn more about such divorce in this week's update.

In Arabia, before Islam, men used to employ a tactic to discipline and punish their wives. A man would abstain from having any sexual relations with his wife and deprive her of intimacy for weeks, even months. Learn how Islam dealt with this issue in this week's update.

There is one type of oath that cannot be expiated for. The only remedy for it is immersion in Hellfire. Learn how to protect yourself from this type of oath.

Do you know the story where Allah revealed a verse of the Quran because Abu Bakr made an inappropriate oath? Learn about the story of Abu Bakr and much more in this week’s update.

Is sexual pleasure the primary reason for marriage? What are the Islamic priorities in sexual relations? How do you put your children in God's care? Find the answers to these important questions and much more in this week's update.

When verse 222 of ‘The Cow’ was revealed, some people believed that a woman is so unclean during her period that her husband cannot have sexual relations with her, eat or even stay in the same house. Others believed that a menstruating woman is like any other woman, and there is no reason to abstain from sexual activity. Learn the Islamic ruling in this week’s update.When verse 222 of ‘The Cow’ was revealed, some people believed that a woman is so unclean during her period that her husband cannot have sexual relations with her, eat or even stay in the same house. Others believed that a menstruating woman is like any other woman, and there is no reason to abstain from sexual activity. Learn the Islamic ruling in this week’s update.

God has allowed Muslim men to marry women of the scripture. A Muslim man can marry a Christian or a Jewish woman. What criteria should you look for? What priorities should you set? Learn the answers and much more in this week's update.

How should a Muslim woman choose her husband? Character & sexual attraction play a role. Values and faith play a role. How should Muslim women find the right balance? Should a woman consult with her father or family before marriage? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

How should a Muslim man choose his wife? Beauty & sexual attraction play a role. Values and faith play a role. How should Muslim men find the right balance? Find the answers and much more in this week's update.

Can you mix your wealth with the wealth of the orphan under your care? Or should you keep them separate? Do you buy food for the family with your money, or the orphan's money? Learn the answers in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.

Do not fall under the illusion that punishment or reward for what you do is only in the Hereafter; you will also experience some in this world. Learn more in this week's session

Dear Brothers & Sisters, Did you know that gambling hurts the loser and the winner alike? Did you know that Zakat is not always 2.5%, it is sometimes 5%, 10% or even 20%? Learn about gambling, Zakat, and much more in this week's update.

Do you have a bad habit you like to stop? Do you have any addictions? Are you addicted to sugary food? Smoking? Gambling? Find out the best way to quit bad habits and addictions in this week's English Quran Tafsir session.

Some people say: "I deserve heaven; I did my prayers and worship, so God owes me reward and mercy.’ Listen to how prophet Muhammad prayed and hoped for God's mercy in this week's English Quran Tafsir update.

Is it conceivable that a person who comes up with an invention that saves thousands of lives would not benefit on the Day of Judgment? Could great inventors and researches that helped humanity end up in hellfire if they are disbelievers? Find the answers and much more in this week's session.

In the media, believers are often attacked if they do one simple mistake. This has been going on since the time of the Prophet. Learn how Allah answered such critics in this week’s updated.

How many times did you chase after something you wanted only to regret it later? How many times did you expect good to come out of an action only to be sorry to see evil? Learn the answers and get a new perspective from the story of Prophet Moses and Al-Khidr.

In this week's session, we look into a story from the Chinese culture to help us better understand the concept of what is truly good and truly bad for us. Learn more in this week's podcast.

Dear Brothers & Sisters, God has asked us to spend and help the orphans. But what if the orphan was rich? What if he or she had inherited lots of money? Are we still supposed to spend and help? Learn the answer and much more in this week's update.

Do you think that the road leading to Paradise will be easy and comfortable? It will not. In fact, hardships will feel like earthquakes. Learn how Prophet Muhammad and his companions dealt with these issues in this week's Tafsir session.

Allah says in chapter 35: "God leaves whoever He will to stray and guides whoever He will." So if you are misguided, then it is not your fault, right? If God willed you to disbelief, what can you do? Find the answer and understand guidance in this week's Tafsir session.

Islam, water, tea & Cola! Find the relation between all these items in this week's Quran Tafsir session.

We all come from Adam; we all share hopes and dreams. Why, then, do people fight? Why do countries go to war? Find the answer and much more in this week's update.