Savor & Soul: Cooking with Islamic Wisdom

Introduction Surah Yusuf, verses 88 to 93, capture one of the most emotional turning points in the Qur’an—the moment when truth is revealed, sins are confessed, forgiveness is granted, and hope returns after years of pain. These verses teach us that repentance is accepted, patience is rewarded, and Allah’s mercy can change destiny in a single moment. ✅ Summary These verses show how Prophet Yusuf (A.S) finally reveals his identity to his brothers. They admit their wrongdoing, and Yusuf forgives them with full mercy. He sends his shirt to restore his blind father’s eyesight, proving that Allah’s help comes exactly when hope seems lost. 🕊️ Short Emotional Story Broken by hunger and regret, the brothers stand before Yusuf, unaware of his true identity. When Yusuf reveals who he is, their hearts tremble with shame. They confess their sin, expecting punishment—but instead, they receive forgiveness. With mercy in his voice, Yusuf sends his shirt to his father Ya‘qub, whose blind eyes wi...

1. **Qarun never knew** that a small ATM card in our pocket would be more powerful than his heavy keys. 2. **Kisra of Persia never imagined** that our sofas would be more comfortable than his throne. 3. **Caesar and Heraclius never thought** we would cool our rooms with one button and get icy water instantly. 4. **Caliph Mansur needed servants** to mix hot and cold water, but we control the temperature ourselves. 5. **The journey of Hajj once took months**, today it is completed in just a few hours by airplane. 6. **We live in blessings** that even the greatest kings never had. 7. **Yet we still complain** about our fate. 8. **The more the heart turns to the world,** the less we value our blessings.  

Surah Yusuf (Verses 82–87) — English Translation 82. “Ask the town where we were and the caravan in which we traveled. Indeed, we are surely telling the truth.” 83. [Prophet Ya‘qub] said, “No! Your souls have made a matter seem easy for you. So patience is most fitting. Perhaps Allah will bring them all back to me. Indeed, He is the All-Knowing, the All-Wise.” 84. And he turned away from them and said, “Oh, my sorrow over Yusuf!” And his eyes became white from grief, for he was filled with suppressed anguish. 85. They said, “By Allah! You will continue to remember Yusuf until you become gravely ill or die.” 86. He said, “I only complain of my suffering and grief to Allah, and I know from Allah that which you do not know. 87. O my sons! Go and search for Yusuf and his brother, and do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, no one despairs of Allah’s mercy except the disbelievers.” ✅ Short Summary These verses show Prophet Ya‘qub’s unshakable patience, deep sorrow for Yusuf, a...

Translation They said, “If he has stolen, then a brother of his had also stolen before.” But Yusuf kept it hidden in his heart and did not reveal it to them. He thought, “You are in a worse position, and Allah knows best what you claim.” They said, “O Aziz! He has a very old father. Please take one of us in his place. We see you as one of the kind-doers.” Yusuf said, “I seek refuge in Allah from taking anyone except the one with whom we found our property. Otherwise, we would be unjust.” When they lost all hope from him, they went aside to consult among themselves. The eldest said, “Do you not know that your father took a strong promise from you? And you failed before regarding Yusuf. I will not leave this land until my father permits me or Allah decides for me—He is the best of Judges.” “Return to your father and say: O Father! Your son has stolen. We only testify what we know, and we could not guard against the unseen.” 📘 Description Surah Yusuf (77–81) presents a powerful m...

Description / Introduction In Surah Yusuf (12:71–76), we witness a pivotal moment in Prophet Yusuf’s (Joseph) life. His brothers are confronted by his servants after a cup (or measure) goes missing. They vehemently deny theft, but Yusuf secretly orchestrates a plan: he orders the bags of his brothers to be searched, and in a surprising twist, the missing cup is discovered in the bag of his younger brother. This is not just a tale of deception — it’s a divine plan. Allah reveals that He guided Yusuf in this strategy, ensuring that Yusuf could bring his brother Benjamin to Egypt without breaking the king’s law. The passage highlights themes of trust, wisdom, divine planning, and the deeper knowledge of Allah over all. Summary (71–76) Ayah 71: Yusuf’s brothers ask the men accusing them what exactly they are missing. (Surah Quran) Ayah 72: The accusers reply that the king’s measuring cup is missing, and whoever returns it will be rewarded handsomely (a camel’s load). (mustaqim.co.uk) ...

Surah Yusuf (67–70) — English Translation (Verse by Verse) ﴿67﴾ He said, “O my sons! Do not enter (the city) by one gate; rather enter through different gates. I cannot avail you against Allah at all. The command belongs to none but Allah. Upon Him I rely, and upon Him should the reliant rely.” ﴿68﴾ And when they entered the city in the way their father instructed, it did not protect them from anything Allah had decreed; except that it fulfilled a desire in Jacob’s heart. Indeed, he was a man of knowledge, because We had taught him, but most people do not know. ﴿69﴾ And when they entered in the presence of Joseph, he took his brother (Benjamin) to himself and said, “Indeed, I am your brother, so do not be distressed over what they used to do.” ﴿70﴾ Then, when he had furnished them with their supplies, he placed the king’s cup in his brother’s bag. Then a caller cried out, “O caravan! You are surely thieves!” 🔍 Summary These verses describe Prophet Yaqub’s wise advice to his ...

 English Translation (64–66) Verse 64: He (Yaqub عليه السلام) said, “Should I entrust him to you as I entrusted his brother to you before? But Allah is the Best Protector, and He is the Most Merciful of those who show mercy.” Verse 65: When they opened their luggage, they found that their money had been returned to them. They said, “O our father! What more can we ask for? Here is our money returned to us. We will get supplies for our family, protect our brother, and gain an extra camel-load of grain. That is an easy deal!” Verse 66: He said, *“I will not send him with you unless you give me a firm oath in the name of Allah that you will bring him back to me, unless you are completely helpless.” When they gave him their oath, he said, “Allah is a Witness over what we speak.” 📖 Short Story Summary Yusuf’s brothers return to Palestine with grain. They insist on taking Binyamin (Yusuf’s real brother) to Egypt to receive more supplies. Yaqub (عليه السلام), heartbroken by losing...

 English Translation (Surah An-Nahl 58–59) Verse 58: And when one of them is given the glad tidings of a daughter, his face becomes darkened (with shame), and he is filled with grief. Verse 59: He hides himself from the people because of the shame of the news he has received. (He wonders) should he keep her in humiliation or bury her in the dust? Indeed, evil is their judgment. 📖 Summary These verses expose the ignorance and emotional cruelty of pre-Islamic Arab culture where the birth of a daughter was considered a disgrace. Men felt shame, anger, and even went as far as burying their daughters alive. Allah condemns this mindset as evil and unjust. Islam honored daughters, giving them rights, dignity, and making their upbringing a path to Jannah. 📜 Description: A powerful reminder from Surah An-Nahl (58–59) highlighting how Islam transformed society’s mindset about daughters. In the era of ignorance, daughters were seen as shame, leading to grief, social hiding, and even...

English Translation: And the reward of the Hereafter is better for those who believe and are conscious of Allah (i.e., do righteous deeds And the brothers of Joseph came, and they entered upon him; and he recognized them, but they did not recognize him. And when he had furnished them with their provision, he said: “Bring me a brother of yours from your father. Do you not see that I give full measure, and that I am the best of hosts?” But if you do not bring him to me, there will be no measure for you from me, nor will you come near me. They said: “We will try to persuade his father about him, and indeed, we will do it.” And he instructed his servants: “Place their merchandise in their saddlebags, perhaps they will recognize it when they return to their people, and maybe they will come back.” So when they returned to their father, they said, “O our father! We were forbidden (from receiving) measure, so send with us our brother, and we will give you our merchandise; and we will ce...

Surah Al-Kausar – Translation (English + Urdu) Arabic بِسْمِ اللّٰهِ الرَّحْمٰنِ الرَّحِيْمِ إِنَّا أَعْطَيْنَاكَ الْكَوْثَرَ فَصَلِّ لِرَبِّكَ وَانْحَرْ إِنَّ شَانِئَكَ هُوَ الْأَبْتَرُ English Translation In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful Indeed, We have granted you abundant goodness. So pray to your Lord and sacrifice. Indeed, it is your enemy who will be cut off (from all goodness).  

 Introduction Surah Yusuf (52–57) reveals one of the most powerful moments in the life of Prophet Yusuf (A.S.)—the moment when Allah’s plan begins to unfold. These verses show Yusuf A.S.’s innocence, his steadfastness in the face of trials, his rise to honor, and the fulfillment of Allah’s promise. They teach us that purity, patience, and trust in Allah eventually lead to victory and elevation. 🌟 Summary of Surah Yusuf 52–57 Yusuf A.S. clarifies his innocence in the matter of the minister’s wife. The wife herself admits that Yusuf A.S. was truthful and sincere. The King becomes impressed by Yusuf A.S.’s honesty and wisdom. Yusuf A.S. proposes a solution to the upcoming drought and asks to be appointed as the keeper of the treasury. The King grants him authority over Egypt’s resources. Allah tells us that He rewards those who do good, and Yusuf A.S.’s position is a sign of Allah’s perfect plan. These verses show how Allah elevates His chosen servants from prison to power. ...

Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught the world that kindness must extend to every living creature. His teachings emphasised mercy, protection, and compassion toward animals. Authentic hadiths show how the Prophet ﷺ praised those who cared for animals and warned against cruelty. From comforting a crying camel to protecting a mother bird, his life is filled with beautiful examples of love and gentleness toward all creatures. When Animals Fell in Love with the Prophet ﷺ — Heart-Melting True Stories” “Miracles of Mercy: How Animals Recognised the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ” “The Prophet ﷺ and Animals — Stories That Will Touch Your Heart” Below is a complete, clean, SEO-friendly package about “Prophet Muhammad ﷺ’s Love and Mercy Toward Animals” —including summary, introduction, hadiths, SEO description, viral titles, tags, and hashtags. ⭐ SUMMARY Prophet Muhammad ﷺ taught the world that kindness must extend to every living creature. His teachings emphasised mercy, protection, and compassion toward anim...

 English Translation (Meaning of Surah Yusuf 12:108) Say, “This is my way; I invite to Allah with clear insight — I and those who follow me. Glory be to Allah! And I am not of those who associate others with Him.” (Surah Yusuf 12:108) 🌸 Summary / Explanation This verse defines the true mission of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) — calling humanity towards Allah alone through knowledge, wisdom, and clear understanding. It reminds believers that inviting others to Islam should be done with insight, sincerity, and purity of faith, not blind imitation. The Prophet ﷺ declares that his path is the path of da’wah (inviting to truth), tawheed (oneness of Allah), and purity from shirk (associating partners with Allah). Every follower of the Prophet is encouraged to carry this light forward with knowledge and compassion. 🌐Description Discover the powerful message of Surah Yusuf 12:108, where Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) declares his divine mission: to invite humanity to Allah with kno...

The Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) said: "Whoever abandons the prayer has no religion." (Musnad Ahmad, Hadith 394) — Hasan And the Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) also said: "The difference between a man and disbelief and polytheism is the abandonment of prayer." (Sahih Muslim, Hadith 82) Salah (Namaz) is not just a ritual — it is the connection between a believer and Allah. Without prayer, the heart becomes empty, the soul becomes restless, and a person loses the protection and mercy of Allah. In this short reminder, we learn how serious and important Salah is in Islam, and why leaving prayer is considered spiritually dangerous. 🌙 Introduction Salah is the foundation of Islam. It is the first question a person will be asked on the Day of Judgment. If the Salah is correct, every other deed becomes easy and acceptable. If a person neglects Salah, their connection with Allah becomes weak, and life becomes full of anxiety and emptiness. Salah is not just an obligation — It i...

 Introduction Shoaib Akhtar, famously known as The Rawalpindi Express, is one of the most iconic and fearsome fast bowlers in cricket history. Renowned for his unmatched speed, aggressive attitude, and electrifying run-up, he redefined fast bowling. His fierce pace and ability to intimidate even the world’s best batsmen earned him a legendary status across the cricket world. ⚡ Shoaib’s Record (Short Paragraph) Shoaib Akhtar holds the world record for the fastest ball ever bowled in cricket history — 161.3 km/h (100.2 mph) against England during the 2003 Cricket World Cup. With 438 international wickets, he terrorized batsmen with raw pace, swinging yorkers, and deadly bouncers. Despite injuries, controversies, and setbacks, Shoaib’s resilience, charisma, and fearless cricketing spirit made him one of the most unforgettable fast bowlers the game has ever seen.  

📖 Surah An-Nur (24:58–59) — English Translation Verse 58: “O believers! Let your servants and those among you who have not yet reached puberty ask permission (before entering your private rooms) during three times: Before the Fajr prayer, When you take off your clothes to rest at midday, And after the ‘Isha’ prayer. These are three times of privacy for you. Beyond these times, there is no blame upon you or upon them, for you move around one another. Thus Allah makes His commands clear to you. And Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.” Verse 59: “And when your children reach the age of puberty, let them ask permission (to enter at all times), just as those before them were required to do. Thus Allah makes His verses clear to you. And Allah is All-Knowing, All-Wise.” 🌙 Urdu Translation آیت 58: اے ایمان والو! تمہارے غلام اور وہ بچے جو ابھی بالغ نہیں ہوئے، وہ تین خاص وقتوں میں تمہارے کمروں میں آنے سے پہلے اجازت طلب کریں: فجر سے پہلے دوپہر کے آرام کے وقت عشاء کے بعد یہ تمہا...

  🌿 Introduction These verses from Surah Al-Hajj present a powerful contrast between the fate of the disbelievers and the reward of the believers. Allah describes the terrifying punishment prepared for those who rejected the truth and challenged their Lord, and the eternal honor and beauty prepared for those who believed and lived righteously. The imagery in these verses is extremely vivid — reminding us that the Hereafter is real, and every soul will face the result of its choices. Summary These verses describe two opposing groups: The disbelievers, who denied Allah, will be given garments of fire, boiling water will be poured over their heads, their skin and internal organs will melt, and they will be beaten with iron hammers. Whenever they try to escape, they will be forced back into the fire and told to taste the burning punishment. The believers, who had faith and did good deeds, will be welcomed into Gardens beneath which rivers flow. They will wear bracelets of gold a...

Yusuf (AS) interpreted the king’s dream: 7 years of prosperity → 7 years of famine → then 1 year of relief and rainfall. The king wanted Yusuf to be released from prison, but Yusuf (AS) chose to first prove his innocence. The testimony of the women cleared Yusuf (AS) completely, showing his purity, patience, and honor. 📜 Short Story Yusuf (AS), though unjustly imprisoned, remained patient and wise. When the king sought the solution to his dream, Yusuf explained the coming economic crisis with strategy and insight. The king ordered his release, but Yusuf (AS) refused to leave until his innocence was publicly declared. When the women confessed that Yusuf was innocent and they were at fault, his honor was restored. This teaches us that truth may be delayed, but it always triumphs, and that dignity is more valuable than freedom itself.