The present book is a rewritten and compiled discourse drawn from the statements of a religious scholar concerning the exegesis of Verses 87 to 90 of Surah Ynus from the Holy Quran. It approaches theological, ethical, and social issues with profound depth and insight. These verses recount the encounter of Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) and Aaron (peace be upon him) with Pharaoh and his followers, imparting invaluable lessons about reliance on God, perseverance, repentance, and the distinction between genuine faith and superficial submission. This treatise aims to present a coherent and lucid content by examining these verses and their associated analyses, thereby inviting readers to reflect upon the exalted Quranic concepts.
The Glorious Quran, in Verse 87 of Surah Ynus, refers to the divine revelation granted to Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) and his brother Aaron (peace be upon him), commanding them to prepare houses for their people in the land of Egypt and to designate these houses as places of Qiblah (direction of prayer). This command signifies not merely the establishment of physical shelters but rather the foundation of spiritual and social bases for preserving the religious identity of the Children of Israel in the face of the oppressive Pharaonic regime. The establishment of prayer and the glad tidings to the believers represent a strengthening of morale and faith under difficult conditions, as if God, through this command, guides the Children of Israel towards unity and cohesion against oppression and tyranny.
This verse, like a beacon in darkness, directs the Children of Israel towards the establishment of places of worship and collective organisation. Preparing houses as Qiblahs symbolises the link between material and spiritual life, fortifying the nation against Pharaohs dominion. This organisation resembles a steadfast foundation that endures against the storms of tyranny and misguidance.
The preparation of houses and their conversion into Qiblahs signifies the importance of unity and cohesion within the religious community. This divine command invites the Children of Israel to preserve their spiritual and social identity against the pressures of the Pharaonic system.
In Verse 88 of Surah Ynus, Prophet Moses (peace be upon him) beseeches God to destroy the wealth of Pharaoh and his nobles and to harden their hearts so that they will not believe except when they see a painful punishment. This prayer, which may appear as a curse at first glance, is in reality a plea for the execution of divine justice against the tyranny and misguidance of Pharaoh and his followers. The adornment and worldly possessions, which instead of guidance have become causes of pride and misguidance, are the focus of this supplication.
The term adornment (زینت) in this verse refers to any form of external ornamentation that may include wealth, power, or even physical well-being. This adornment acts as a veil that conceals the truth from Pharaoh and his followers, leading them towards arrogance and misguidance. Moses supplication, like a sharp sword, aims to sever the material and spiritual roots of this misguidance to manifest divine justice.
Worldly adornments and possessions, if they lead to pride and misguidance rather than guidance, can become causes of deviation from the path of truth. This concept serves as a warning to humanity to avoid attachment to materialism and to focus on spirituality.
The Glorious Quran in Verse 89 of Surah Ynus announces the acceptance of the prayer of Moses and Aaron, commanding them to persevere on the path of truth and not to follow the way of the ignorant. This acceptance, coupled with emphasis on perseverance, indicates that the fulfilment of divine promises is contingent upon steadfastness in the path of truth.
Perseverance in this verse resembles a pillar that upholds the edifice of faith. The ignorant are those deprived of divine knowledge who incline towards oppression and misguidance. This verse invites Moses and Aaron to avoid deviation and to remain committed to the path of truth, as though the path of truth is a road that can only be traversed through perseverance.
The acceptance of prayer is conditional upon steadfastness in the path of truth. This condition emphasises adherence to divine principles and avoidance of deviation.
Verse 90 of Surah Ynus narrates the oppressive pursuit of Pharaoh and his armies against the Children of Israel, motivated by tyranny and enmity. This pursuit culminated in their drowning in the sea, symbolising the execution of divine justice against oppression and disbelief.
