1.
Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening) [1:1-7]
Theme: Prayer for guidance.
Verse: "In the name of Allah, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful. Praise be
to Allah, Lord of all the worlds, the Most Compassionate, the Most Merciful, Master
of the Day of Judgment. You alone we worship, and You alone we ask for help.
Guide us on the Straight Path—the path of those who have received Your grace; not
the path of those who have brought down wrath upon themselves, nor of those who
have gone astray."
Importance: This surah is recited in every unit of prayer (salah) and is a supplication
for Allah’s guidance.
2. Surah Al-Ikhlas (The Purity) [112:1-4]
Theme: Oneness of God.
Verse: "Say, 'He is Allah, [Who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets
nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.'"
Importance: This surah emphasizes the oneness of Allah, a central tenet of Islamic
faith.
3. Surah Al-Baqarah (The Cow) [2:255] – Ayat Al-Kursi
Theme: God's Sovereignty and Power.
Verse: "Allah! There is no deity except Him, the Ever-Living, the Sustainer of [all]
existence. Neither drowsiness overtakes Him nor sleep. To Him belongs whatever is
in the heavens and whatever is on the earth. Who is it that can intercede with Him
except by His permission? He knows what is before them and what will be after them,
and they encompass not a thing of His knowledge except for what He wills. His Kursi
extends over the heavens and the earth, and their preservation tires Him not. And He
is the Most High, the Most Great."
Importance: Known as Ayat Al-Kursi, this verse speaks about Allah’s absolute
power and is often recited for protection.
4. Surah Al-Asr (The Time) [103:1-3]
Theme: The importance of time, faith, and good deeds.
Verse: "By time, indeed, mankind is in loss, except for those who have believed and
done righteous deeds and advised each other to truth and advised each other to
patience."
Importance: A brief but powerful reminder about the value of time and the
importance of faith, good deeds, truth, and patience.
5. Surah Al-Duha (The Morning Brightness) [93:3-5]
Theme: Allah’s comfort and hope in difficult times.
Verse: "Your Lord has not taken leave of you, [O Muhammad], nor has He detested
[you]. And the Hereafter is better for you than the first [life]. And your Lord is going
to give you, and you will be satisfied."
Importance: These verses provide reassurance and hope in times of difficulty,
reminding that Allah’s plan is always better.
6. Surah Al-Isra (The Night Journey) [17:23]
Theme: Respect for parents.
Verse: "And your Lord has decreed that you not worship except Him, and to parents,
good treatment. Whether one or both of them reach old age [while] with you, say not
to them [so much as], 'uff,' and do not repel them but speak to them a noble word."
Importance: This verse highlights the importance of treating parents with kindness
and respect, especially in their old age.
7. Surah Al-Baqarah (The Cow) [2:286]
Theme: Allah’s mercy and justice.
Verse: "Allah does not burden a soul beyond that it can bear. It will have [the
consequence of] what [good] it has gained, and it will bear [the consequence of] what
[evil] it has earned. Our Lord, do not impose blame upon us if we forget or make a
mistake. Our Lord, and lay not upon us a burden like that which You laid upon those
before us. Our Lord, and burden us not with that which we have no ability to bear.
And pardon us; and forgive us; and have mercy upon us."
Importance: This verse offers comfort by stating that Allah does not place burdens
on anyone beyond their capacity, and it is often recited as a prayer for mercy and
forgiveness.
8. Surah Al-Hujurat (The Rooms) [49:13]
Theme: Equality and diversity.
Verse: "O mankind, We have created you from a male and a female and made you
peoples and tribes that you may know one another. Indeed, the most noble of you in
the sight of Allah is the most righteous of you. Indeed, Allah is Knowing and
Acquainted."
Importance: This verse emphasizes that all humans are equal in the sight of Allah
and that diversity should be a source of mutual respect and understanding.
9. Surah Al-Zalzalah (The Earthquake) [99:7-8]
Theme: Accountability for deeds.
Verse: "So whoever does an atom’s weight of good will see it, and whoever does an
atom’s weight of evil will see it."
Importance: This verse is a reminder of accountability and that even the smallest of
actions, whether good or bad, will be judged on the Day of Judgment.
10. Surah Ash-Sharh (The Relief) [94:5-6]
Theme: Relief after hardship.
Verse: "For indeed, with hardship [will be] ease. Indeed, with hardship [will be]
ease."
Importance: This verse offers encouragement and hope, reminding that with every
difficulty, there will always come relief.
11. Surah Al-Mulk (The Sovereignty) [67:2]
Theme: Purpose of life and death.
Verse: "He who created death and life to test you [as to] which of you is best in deed
—and He is the Exalted in Might, the Forgiving."
Importance: This verse explains the purpose of life and death as a test for humans to
determine their righteous deeds.
12. Surah Al-Baqarah (The Cow) [2:183]
Theme: Fasting in Ramadan.
Verse: "O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon
those before you that you may become righteous."
Importance: This verse highlights the obligation of fasting during Ramadan, its
spiritual benefits, and its role in fostering self-discipline and righteousness.
These verses offer guidance on different aspects of life, including worship, morality, justice,
patience, and personal conduct. Qur'an journaling with these verses can help you reflect
deeply on the meanings and how they relate to your own life.
You said:
[103:1-3] what does this number indicate
ChatGPT said:
ChatGPT
The number [103:1-3] is a reference to a specific verse or group of verses from the Qur'an.
Here's how to interpret it:
103: This is the number of the Surah (chapter) in the Qur'an. In this case, it refers to
Surah Al-Asr (The Time), which is the 103rd chapter of the Qur'an.
1-3: These are the verses (ayahs) within that Surah. In this case, it refers to verses 1
to 3 of Surah Al-Asr.
Me: how many surah are there
ChatGPT said:
There are 114 surahs (chapters) in the Qur'an. Each surah varies in length and covers
a range of themes such as faith, morality, guidance, law, and stories of previous
prophets. The surahs are divided into ayahs (verses), and the entire Qur'an contains
over 6,000 verses.
The chapters are organized based on length, with longer surahs generally at the
beginning (like Surah Al-Baqarah), and shorter ones toward the end (like Surah Al-
Ikhlas). The Qur'an is not arranged chronologically in the order of revelation but
thematically. The first surah, Al-Fatiha, is a short chapter of 7 verses, while the
longest surah, Al-Baqarah, has 286 verses.
Surah Al-Fatiha is an exception to the general arrangement of the Qur'an.
Sample Qur’an Journaling Entry
Here’s an example of how you might structure an entry for Surah Al-Ikhlas:
Date: October 5, 2024
Verse: "Say, 'He is Allah, [Who is] One, Allah, the Eternal Refuge. He neither begets
nor is born, Nor is there to Him any equivalent.'" (Surah Al-Ikhlas: 112)
Reflection: This surah highlights the concept of the oneness of Allah. It reminds me
that Allah is unique, incomparable, and self-sufficient. I need to remember that
relying on Allah alone brings peace, as He is not dependent on anyone or anything.
Personal Application: This verse encourages me to strengthen my relationship with
Allah and avoid putting reliance on worldly things. Today, I will try to focus on
trusting Allah more in moments of anxiety.
Du'a: "Ya Allah, guide me to always remember Your Oneness and help me place my
full trust in You in all matters of life."
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Backbiting harms both the individual being talked about and the one who engages in it, as it fosters
negativity, distrust, and spiritual harm. Islam strongly encourages Muslims to avoid such behavior
and instead focus on positive speech and constructive communication.
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TOPICS FOR JOUNALING
The Importance of Gratitude (Shukr): Reflecting on the concept of being thankful for
Allah's blessings, both in good times and hardships.
Sincerity in Worship (Ikhlas): Why intentions matter and how sincerity impacts the
acceptance of deeds.
The Value of Time in Islam: Reflecting on the importance of managing time wisely, as
it’s considered a trust from Allah.
The Concept of Patience (Sabr): Understanding the virtue of patience during trials and
how Allah rewards it.
Regular Acts of Kindness: How small acts like smiling, helping others, or removing
something harmful from the path can be acts of worship.
