Allah ﷻ says:
Remember, I made you promise not to shed blood among yourselves, nor kick each other out of your homes. You agreed—but later many broke that promise, fought, and drove out each other, even teaming up against their own community. When captives were brought back, you’d pay to free them—but had no shame in the violence that led to their capture.
Does faith only count when it’s easy, or when it fits your own interests? The Qur’an makes it plain: some people follow part of Allah’s ﷻ book but ignore what’s tough or against their desires. The result isn’t just for this world—whoever does this gains shame and disaster now, and the harshest punishment ahead.
Allah ﷻ sent clear messages and Messengers for guidance, but many people denied, fought them, or acted like the world’s laws were above God’s law. The Qur’an warns: don’t let jealousy, pride, or rivalry push you to forget justice and kindness.
Some of these stories were directed at Jewish tribes living in Madinah. Their ancestors had received Divine warnings and repeated miracles. Still, when challenged with big tests or hard commands, they chose what was comfortable—sometimes acting as brothers, sometimes enemies.
One lesson given was about following guidance for real, not just picking and choosing the parts that fit your situation. When community breaks down, and violence or unfairness take over, faith is lost. Allah ﷻ’s commands are for all times—especially when they challenge our comfort, pride, or old habits.
Another problem exposed was twisting truth for personal gain. Some even summoned knowledge of magic, then blamed those skills for hardship and division. The Qur’an warns against chasing forbidden things or using spiritual powers as a shortcut to success; only Allah ﷻ has true wisdom.
Throughout these verses, revealed in early Madinah (622–624 CE / 1–2 AH), Muslims and Jews saw a mirror of their own struggles. For Muslims, it was a warning about community unity—don’t let power, status, or rivalry take priority over justice, mercy, and kindness. The Prophet ﷺ led by example, always encouraging reconciliation and honest practice.
These ayats challenged everyone: will you be the kind of person who practices justice and solidarity regardless of convenience—or only play at faith when it brings benefit? Will you be honest, humble, and peaceful, or let jealousy and hidden motives tear apart your family and community?
For today, the lessons are as sharp as ever. Don’t split your faith into pieces that serve your interests. Accept every command with humility. Build a community where forgiveness, help, and truth are normal—even if it means setting aside old conflicts or group pride.
True faith is equal, just, and courageous in all situations. Those who honor it find peace now, and hope for Allah ﷻ’s mercy in the future.
Ready for the next part (Ayat 104–121: Torah, Prophethood, and Insights for Today)?