Seerah
Before prophethood, the Prophet ﷺ joined this pact in Makkah to support the oppressed and uphold justice.
Hilf al fudul
This companion was known as “the possessor of two lights” because he married two daughters of the Prophet ﷺ.
Uthman ibn Affan رضي الله عنه
This surah repeatedly asks, “So which of the favours of your Lord will you both deny?”
Ar Rahman
This prophet made dua against his people after centuries of calling them to Allah.
Nuh AS
This word means a trial or test, but can also refer to temptation or social chaos.
Fitnah
This title described the Prophet ﷺ before Islam because people trusted his honesty and character.
Al-Amin
This companion was called “the living martyr” after his hand was disabled defending the Prophet ﷺ at Uhud.
Talhah ibn Ubaydillah رضي الله عنه
This surah criticizes those who pray but are heedless of their prayer and refuse small acts of kindness.
Surah Al-Ma‘un
This prophet asked Allah to show him how He gives life to the dead, not from doubt, but to bring peace to his heart.
Ibrahim AS
This word means deep certainty, beyond just basic belief.
Yaqeen
The Prophet ﷺ’s wet nurse from Banu Sa‘d was this woman.
Halimah as-Sa‘diyyah
This companion was the first to draw a sword in defence of Islam.
Az-Zubayr ibn al-‘Awwam رضي الله عنه
This surah describes people who love wealth excessively and think it will make them immortal.
Surah Al-Humazah
This prophet refused the invitation of women in the palace and chose prison over disobedience.
Yusuf AS
This term means spiritual vigilance: knowing Allah is watching you.
muraqabah
This companion was sent as an ambassador to Quraysh during Hudaybiyyah before rumours spread that he had been killed.
Uthman ibn Affan رضي الله عنه
This companion’s death shook the Throne of Allah.
Sa‘d ibn Mu‘adh رضي الله عنه
This surah includes the story of the man with two gardens who became arrogant about his wealth.
AL Kahf
This prophet’s mother was inspired to place him in the river while trusting Allah’s promise.
Musa AS
This word refers to the lower self that commands evil, mentioned in the story of Yusuf عليه السلام.
nafs al-ammarah
This was the pledge taken under a tree after the rumour that Uthman رضي الله عنه had been killed.
Bay‘at ar-Ridwan
This companion was known for having his dua answered, and was one of the ten promised Paradise.
Sa‘d ibn Abi Waqqas رضي الله عنه
This surah contains the command to verify news brought by a sinful person before acting on it.
Surah hujurat
This prophet’s people were destroyed by a wind described as violent and furious.
Hud عليه السلام
This term means gradual drawing into punishment or destruction while a person thinks they are being blessed.
istidraj