(Revealed 1–2 AH / 622–624 CE, Madinah)
Allah ﷻ uses the image of a single grain that grows into seven ears, each with a hundred more, to show that giving in charity returns so much more good than you can imagine. Give for the sake of Allah ﷻ, not for glory or praise. Don’t follow generosity with reminders or hurtful words—real giving is quiet, pure, and kind. Even a simple kind word or a moment of forgiveness is sometimes worth more than a great sum given to embarrass or control someone else.
Those who loan money should do it with patience and care. If someone is in need, give them more time. Don’t take advantage or demand interest—Allah ﷻ warns that charging interest (riba) is a serious sin, one that destroys blessings and creates injustice in the community. Whoever repents and stops, their past mistakes are forgiven. But if someone insists on squeezing the poor for extra profit, they are at war with Allah ﷻ and His Messenger ﷺ.
The Qur’an urges everyone to keep contracts in writing for loans and business. Make witnesses, spell things out clearly. If someone forgets, has trouble, or is weak, help them out—but always do it with honesty. Hiding the truth, breaking trust, or twisting a contract for gain is a deep betrayal, seen by Allah ﷻ even if missed by society.
These verses were revealed as the growing Muslim society moved from fear and scarcity to stability (622–624 CE / 1–2 AH), and needed to build a system of fairness, kindness, and clear accountability. It was a step forward—away from chaos, greed, and casual injustice.
The Prophet ﷺ pushed his community to make business an act of worship, kindness, and mutual benefit. The early Muslims were challenged to put their trust in Allah ﷻ, give without expecting a return, and let contracts protect the weak as much as the strong.
For us, the lesson remains: real giving multiplies, kind speech heals, and contracts—done with care—keep families, friends, and communities safe from argument. Never let profit justify cruelty or deceit; Allah ﷻ sees every deal, contract, and excuse. Lead with generosity and transparency, and you’ll see blessings multiply, as promised.
Ready for the final summary and prayers (Ayat 284–286)?