The chapter of Al-Kahf (Cave) is concluded in this Juz with ALLAH completing the story of Musa (ALAYHI SALAAM) and Khidr, then mentioning that of Dhual-Qarnayn. The story of Musa and Khidr (Peace be upon them) teaches us the many paradoxes in life that can only be understood through patience and knowledge, this is a lesson that even Musa finds difficult to accept in the story. The next chapter is Maryam (Mary), which includes the story of the most pious of women and the mother of Esa (Jesus ALAYHI SALAAM). The main theme of the chapter is Tawhid (Divine Unity) and several stories of Grace given by ALLAH to the Prophets are narrated; it also discusses the Day of Judgment and mentions some arguments against those who deny the resurrection. The final chapter in the Juz is Ta-Ha. This chapter deals with the nature of revelation and so it commences and ends by addressing the Prophet (SALALLAHU ALAYHI WA SALLAM), in between outlining his mission and duties. ALLAH gives us a sense of reassurance in HIS Divine Will by outlining to us how HE supported and aided HIS Prophets.
LESSONS:
• The remaining lesson of strength is demonstrated through the story of Dhual-Qarnayn
• Al-Kahf concludes by depicting a scene of the Last Day and describing the end of the believers and disbelievers
• In Chapter of Maryam the word rahma (mercy) or a derivative of this word is mentioned 16 times. Consider the places where it is mentioned carefully so that you may learn how to be a recipient of it
• The stories of Ibrahim, Zakariya and Esa (Peace be upon them) are all recounted. Take note of how Ibrahim (ALAYHI SALAAM) continued to address his father with patience and respect even though his father was in the wrong
• The chapter Ta-Ha describes how the magicians confronted by Musa were disbelievers at the beginning of the day, but pious believers by its end, showing us how quickly true faith takes root in the heart
• ALLAH'S grace to the Bani Israel displays HIM leading them out of the land in which they were oppressed and the drowning of Pharaoh and his forces
• The condition of those who turn away from the truth on the Last Day and some of the horrors of that day
• Mankind is warned about the enmity Satan and this is exemplified in the story of Adam (ALAYHI SALAAM)
• Nabi (SALLALLAHU ALAYHI WA SALLAM) is consoled and enjoined to remain constant and steadfast.
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