Savor & Soul: Cooking with Islamic Wisdom

Surah Al-Ma’un (سورة الماعون) Surah Number: 107 Verses: 7 Place of Revelation: Makkah 🔹 Full English Translation Have you seen the one who denies the Recompense (the Day of Judgment)? That is the one who repels the orphan And does not encourage the feeding of the poor. So woe to those who pray, Those who are heedless of their prayer, Those who make a show (of their deeds), And withhold small acts of kindness. 🔎 Explanation (Tafsir in Simple Words) Surah Al-Ma’un exposes the true face of hypocrisy. It describes a person who: Claims belief but denies accountability. Treats orphans harshly. Does not care about feeding the poor. Prays but without sincerity. Performs religious acts only to show off. Refuses even small acts of help. Allah is teaching that Islam is not just rituals — it is character, compassion, and sincerity. A person who prays but has no mercy, no humility, and no social responsibility is spiritually empty. 📌 Description (For YouTube or Post) Sura...

Surah Fatir (35:13–18) 🔹 Translation (English – Verse by Verse) Verse 13 He merges the night into the day and merges the day into the night. And He has subjected the sun and the moon—each running for a fixed term. That is Allah, your Lord; to Him belongs all sovereignty. Those whom you call besides Him do not own even the thin membrane of a date seed. Verse 14 If you call upon them, they do not hear you; and if they heard, they could not respond to you. On the Day of Judgment, they will deny your association with them. And none can inform you like the All-Aware. Verse 15 O mankind, you are in need of Allah, while Allah is Free of need, Worthy of all praise. Verse 16 If He wills, He can remove you and bring forth a new creation. Verse 17 And that is not difficult for Allah. Verse 18 No soul will bear the burden of another. If a heavily burdened soul cries for help, none of its burden will be carried, even by a close relative. You can only warn those who fear their Lord uns...

Surah Ghafir (40): Verses 49–50 English Translation (Verse by Verse) Verse 49: And those who are in the Fire will say to the keepers of Hell, “Call upon your Lord to lighten for us the punishment for just one day.” Verse 50: They will say, “Did your messengers not come to you with clear proofs?” They will say, “Yes.” The keepers will say, “Then call yourselves.” But the supplication of the disbelievers is nothing but in error. 🕌 Introduction Surah Ghafir is a powerful Makki Surah that highlights Allah’s mercy, justice, and absolute authority. Verses 49–50 present a heart-shaking scene of the Day of Judgment, where the people of Hell beg even for one day of relief, only to be reminded of the chances they wasted in worldly life. 🔍 Explanation The people of Hell do not directly call upon Allah — instead, they beg the keepers of Hell, showing their complete helplessness. Their request is not for freedom, only a single day of reduced punishment, showing the severity of Hel...

And We have enjoined upon man care for his parents. His mother carried him, weakness upon weakness, and his weaning is in two years. (Be grateful to Me and to your parents.) To Me is the final return. Verse 15 But if they strive to make you associate with Me that of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them; yet keep good company with them in this world, and follow the way of those who turn back to Me. Then to Me is your return, and I will inform you about what you used to do. Verse 16 “O my son, even if it be the weight of a mustard seed, and it is within a rock, or in the heavens, or in the earth, Allah will bring it forth. Indeed, Allah is Subtle and All-Aware.” Explanation These verses balance faith, family, and accountability. Allah commands gratitude and kindness toward parents, highlighting the mother’s sacrifice. Yet obedience to parents has a limit—faith comes first. Even if parents call toward shirk, respect remains, but obedience does not. Verse 16 te...

Surah Al-Isra (85–89) 🔹 Introduction Surah Al-Isra verses 85 to 89 address some of the deepest questions of human existence: the reality of the soul, the limitation of human knowledge, the divine origin of the Qur’an, and humanity’s response to guidance. These verses clearly distinguish between human curiosity and divine wisdom, reminding mankind that true knowledge belongs only to Allah. 🔍 Explanation (Verse-wise) Verse 85 – Knowledge of the Soul Allah responds to questions about the soul by declaring that it belongs to His command alone. Humans are given only a small portion of knowledge, teaching humility and submission. Key lesson: Not everything can be grasped by science or intellect. Verse 86 – Power Over Revelation Allah reminds that the Qur’an itself is a divine gift, and He has full power to withdraw revelation if He wills. Key lesson: Revelation is mercy, not entitlement. Verse 87 – Mercy of Allah The Qur’an remains only due to Allah’s great mercy upon Prophet Mu...

Introduction This powerful verse from the Qur’an challenges humanity to reflect deeply on creation. Allah invites people to observe the universe—its precision, beauty, and balance—and then asks a bold question: Can anyone besides Allah create anything like this? The verse exposes the weakness of false gods and highlights the clear truth of Tawheed (Oneness of Allah). Explanation Allah declares: “This is the creation of Allah”—pointing to the heavens, earth, nature, and all living beings as undeniable evidence of His supreme power. Then comes a challenge: “Show me what those besides Him have created.” No idol, no human, no force can create life, the laws of nature, or the universe from nothing. The verse concludes by stating that those who still worship others besides Allah are “in clear error.” This is not confusion or ignorance—it is deliberate deviation from an obvious truth. The Qur’an invites people to use intellect, observation, and sincerity to recognize the Creator. Descri...

When considering a marriage proposal for your daughter, assess the boy on three important things: How he shows patience and self-control during disagreements. If he respects his mother and sisters, he will respect your daughter too. Whether he can make his own decisions independently. 🔹 Introduction Marriage is not just about wealth, looks, or status. When choosing a life partner for your daughter, character matters more than anything else. A man’s behavior, mindset, and values decide the peace of a home. These three qualities help parents make a wise and lasting decision. 🔹 Description Before finalizing a proposal, observe how the boy behaves in difficult situations. A man who handles disagreements calmly creates emotional safety. Respect for women starts at home — a man who honors his mother and sisters will naturally honor his wife. Lastly, a person who can take responsibility and make his own decisions is capable of leading a balanced family life. These three traits are th...