WEBVTT 00:00:00.000 --> 00:00:02.759 In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. 00:00:02.759 --> 00:00:32.229 Brief commentary 00:00:32.229 --> 00:00:35.229 on the book *Bitaqat al-Ta'rif* (Identification Cards). 00:00:35.229 --> 00:00:38.229 with the surahs of the Noble Qur'an. 00:00:38.229 --> 00:00:42.229 By Dr. Muhammad Ibn 'Abd al-'Aziz Ibn 'Umar Nasif 00:00:42.229 --> 00:00:44.549 May Allah preserve him. 00:00:44.549 --> 00:00:46.549 Surah al-A'raf 00:00:46.549 --> 00:00:51.619 In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon the Messenger of Allah. 00:00:51.619 --> 00:00:54.619 We continue our gentle commentary on the identification cards. 00:00:54.619 --> 00:00:57.100 And continuing with Surah al-A'raf 00:00:57.100 --> 00:00:59.100 I have three reflections regarding this matter. 00:00:59.100 --> 00:01:00.100 The time for the first prayer. 00:01:00.100 --> 00:01:02.539 Regarding the names of the surahs. 00:01:02.539 --> 00:01:05.670 Which were mentioned in the Book. 00:01:05.670 --> 00:01:07.700 The reality is that 00:01:07.700 --> 00:01:09.700 The books concerning the names of the surahs. 00:01:09.700 --> 00:01:11.700 The independent 00:01:11.700 --> 00:01:15.700 Not to mention the books on the sciences of the Qur'an and the works of Tafsir that mention the names of the surahs. 00:01:15.700 --> 00:01:18.019 Extremely numerous. 00:01:18.019 --> 00:01:21.019 For this reason, I have limited myself to what Imam [Name] has recorded. 00:01:21.019 --> 00:01:23.019 The eminent scholar 00:01:23.019 --> 00:01:26.790 Al-Biqa'i, in his book *Masa'id al-Nazar*. 00:01:26.790 --> 00:01:30.299 And in his Tafsir, *Nazm al-Durar*. 00:01:30.299 --> 00:01:33.299 The fundamental principle is the elevation of one's perspective, and it has been referred back to 00:01:33.299 --> 00:01:35.620 The arrangement of the pearls. 00:01:35.620 --> 00:01:37.620 In truth, I have relied upon this book. 00:01:37.620 --> 00:01:39.879 For reasons including these: 00:01:39.879 --> 00:01:42.909 He is a well-known Imam. 00:01:42.909 --> 00:01:46.200 And that expanding one's efforts to collect what is contained within the books 00:01:46.200 --> 00:01:48.359 It is difficult. 00:01:48.359 --> 00:01:50.359 And it is not appropriate for the objective of the book. 00:01:50.359 --> 00:01:52.810 And there is a more significant reason. 00:01:52.810 --> 00:01:55.810 It is that al-Biqa'i attempts to 00:01:55.810 --> 00:01:58.810 He connects every name he mentions for the surah. 00:01:58.810 --> 00:02:00.810 according to its intended meaning. 00:02:00.810 --> 00:02:02.810 Rather, one uses its names to infer its intended meaning. 00:02:02.810 --> 00:02:05.099 Thus, it is possible for a person 00:02:05.099 --> 00:02:07.099 One should review the names mentioned here. 00:02:07.099 --> 00:02:09.099 In the book *Maṣāʿid al-Naẓar*. 00:02:09.099 --> 00:02:11.129 So that one may understand its connection to the primary objective of the surah. 00:02:11.129 --> 00:02:13.129 This is a matter subject to scholarly interpretation (ijtihad). 00:02:13.129 --> 00:02:15.129 It still requires further critical examination. 00:02:15.129 --> 00:02:17.129 So I did not wish to write it down here. 00:02:17.129 --> 00:02:19.129 This is the second point of reflection. 00:02:19.129 --> 00:02:21.419 This is part of my methodology for remembrance. 00:02:21.419 --> 00:02:23.419 The reason for this naming. 00:02:23.419 --> 00:02:25.419 As for the names, they are among the elevated points of consideration. 00:02:25.419 --> 00:02:27.610 As I have stated. 00:02:27.610 --> 00:02:29.610 As for the reason behind this naming, 00:02:29.610 --> 00:02:31.610 For I am taking the necessary means. 00:02:31.610 --> 00:02:33.610 The clear and straightforward path. 00:02:33.610 --> 00:02:35.960 Even though it is possible 00:02:35.960 --> 00:02:37.960 After that, a person may delve deeper. 00:02:37.960 --> 00:02:39.960 In reality, this is the underlying reason. 00:02:39.960 --> 00:02:41.960 The clear example is like Surah al-A'raf. 00:02:41.960 --> 00:02:43.960 This is because he mentioned the term 'al-A'raf' within it. 00:02:43.960 --> 00:02:45.960 This is a simple reason, yet it is 00:02:45.960 --> 00:02:46.960 It is insufficient. 00:02:46.960 --> 00:02:48.960 Or let us say 00:02:48.960 --> 00:02:49.960 This is not the end of the road. 00:02:49.960 --> 00:02:52.340 So let us reflect upon the reason for this naming. 00:02:52.340 --> 00:02:54.340 For example, observe: 00:02:54.340 --> 00:02:56.340 Some researchers suggest that the name 00:02:56.340 --> 00:02:58.439 Al-A'raf is included within 00:02:58.439 --> 00:03:00.439 A collection of surahs. 00:03:00.439 --> 00:03:02.439 It was named after certain matters. 00:03:02.439 --> 00:03:04.629 It pertains to the Day of Resurrection. 00:03:04.629 --> 00:03:06.629 Whether it pertains to 00:03:06.629 --> 00:03:08.629 The names of the Day of Resurrection. 00:03:08.629 --> 00:03:10.699 Such as Surah al-Waqi'ah and Surah al-Qari'ah. 00:03:10.699 --> 00:03:12.699 Or regarding the events of the Day of Resurrection. 00:03:12.699 --> 00:03:14.699 Such as Surat al-Inshiqaq and Surat al-Takwir. 00:03:14.699 --> 00:03:17.659 And [the surah of] al-Infitar. 00:03:17.659 --> 00:03:19.659 Al-A'raf is one of those names. 00:03:19.659 --> 00:03:22.139 on the Day of Resurrection 00:03:22.139 --> 00:03:24.229 It is as if the names of the surahs 00:03:24.229 --> 00:03:26.229 Which is inextricably linked to the Day of Resurrection. 00:03:26.229 --> 00:03:28.229 It focuses on issues 00:03:28.229 --> 00:03:30.300 A person ought to keep this in mind. 00:03:30.300 --> 00:03:32.300 And it provides a conceptual framework 00:03:32.300 --> 00:03:34.300 To begin with, this is merely 00:03:34.300 --> 00:03:36.330 The names of the surahs. 00:03:36.330 --> 00:03:38.330 It provides an initial conceptual framework. 00:03:38.330 --> 00:03:40.419 until the Day of Resurrection 00:03:40.419 --> 00:03:42.419 Nevertheless, 00:03:42.419 --> 00:03:44.419 One may also research this matter further. 00:03:44.419 --> 00:03:46.419 From the perspective of specification 00:03:46.419 --> 00:03:48.419 The station of al-A'raf, unlike any other. 00:03:48.419 --> 00:03:50.419 The [Day of] Reckoning, the Scale, and the Bridge. 00:03:52.490 --> 00:03:54.490 And the distribution of the records. 00:03:54.490 --> 00:03:56.490 With both the right hand and the left, in their entirety. 00:03:56.490 --> 00:03:58.490 No surah was named after it. 00:03:58.490 --> 00:04:00.490 In the name of Surat al-A'raf, why was it specifically singled out? 00:04:00.490 --> 00:04:02.490 All of this is a matter for scholarly investigation and consideration. 00:04:02.490 --> 00:04:04.490 And the human being reveals [his true nature] little by little. 00:04:04.490 --> 00:04:06.490 In truth, these books 00:04:06.490 --> 00:04:08.710 As I have said, they are numerous. 00:04:08.710 --> 00:04:10.710 Yet it is also ever-renewing. 00:04:10.710 --> 00:04:12.710 Whenever I enter the library 00:04:12.710 --> 00:04:14.710 I find a book concerning the surahs or other subjects. 00:04:14.710 --> 00:04:16.709 And you are the same. 00:04:16.709 --> 00:04:18.709 At dawn today. 00:04:18.709 --> 00:04:20.709 I found someone who spoke for half an hour. 00:04:20.709 --> 00:04:22.709 Regarding the reason for naming Surah al-A'raf. 00:04:22.709 --> 00:04:24.899 On YouTube 00:04:24.899 --> 00:04:26.899 In truth, these matters are such that 00:04:26.899 --> 00:04:28.899 It provides scope for broad consideration. 00:04:28.899 --> 00:04:30.899 It was merely 00:04:30.899 --> 00:04:32.899 The lines written here. 00:04:32.899 --> 00:04:34.899 In the identification cards 00:04:34.899 --> 00:04:36.899 It serves as the first step. 00:04:36.899 --> 00:04:38.899 To embark upon reflection. 00:04:38.899 --> 00:04:41.420 In this chapter 00:04:41.420 --> 00:04:43.420 As for the third and final time. 00:04:43.420 --> 00:04:45.420 It pertains to the subject of 00:04:45.420 --> 00:04:47.420 A whole surah. 00:04:47.420 --> 00:04:49.420 Surah al-A'raf 00:04:49.420 --> 00:04:51.420 I stated in the book 00:04:51.420 --> 00:04:53.420 Regarding the subject matter of the surah. 00:04:53.420 --> 00:04:55.480 On the forty-third page. 00:04:55.480 --> 00:04:57.480 With regard to its introduction. 00:04:57.480 --> 00:04:59.480 At the forefront of these matters is a command 00:04:59.480 --> 00:05:01.610 by following the revelation 00:05:01.610 --> 00:05:03.610 And its categories. 00:05:03.610 --> 00:05:05.610 The first [priority] is following the revelation. 00:05:05.610 --> 00:05:07.610 The second [category] concerns the stories. 00:05:07.610 --> 00:05:09.610 It clarifies the condition of people in relation to the revelation. 00:05:09.610 --> 00:05:11.610 And the ultimate outcome of those circumstances. 00:05:11.610 --> 00:05:13.740 the path they followed 00:05:13.740 --> 00:05:15.930 Regarding the fundamentals 00:05:15.930 --> 00:05:17.930 Guidance and misguidance. 00:05:17.930 --> 00:05:19.930 And it is stated therein: "He whom Allah guides is the truly guided." 00:05:19.930 --> 00:05:21.930 And it is stated therein: "Whoever Allah leads astray..." 00:05:21.930 --> 00:05:23.930 “Those whom Allah sendeth astray, there is no guide for them. He leaveth them to wander blindly on in their contumacy.” (7:186) 00:05:23.930 --> 00:05:25.930 I say this with regard to its introduction. 00:05:25.930 --> 00:05:27.930 And its categories in general. 00:05:27.930 --> 00:05:29.930 And the story of Adam, in particular. 00:05:29.930 --> 00:05:31.930 In truth, the story of Adam is central to the surah. 00:05:31.930 --> 00:05:34.439 It is as if it is providing the details. 00:05:34.439 --> 00:05:36.439 What has been narrated regarding the Surah 00:05:36.439 --> 00:05:38.470 Al-Baqarah 00:05:38.470 --> 00:05:40.470 Adam was required to follow the revelation. 00:05:40.470 --> 00:05:42.470 For whoever comes to you, it is Allah who guides. 00:05:42.470 --> 00:05:44.470 So whoever follows His guidance, there shall be no fear upon them. 00:05:44.470 --> 00:05:46.629 Nor shall they grieve. 00:05:46.629 --> 00:05:48.629 In Surah al-Baqarah 00:05:48.629 --> 00:05:51.079 It was here that the calls were issued. 00:05:51.079 --> 00:05:53.079 For the first time. 00:05:53.079 --> 00:05:55.079 And for the final time. 00:05:55.079 --> 00:05:57.079 Following up on the story of Adam, peace be upon him. 00:05:57.079 --> 00:05:59.079 These calls have come, O children of Adam. 00:05:59.079 --> 00:06:01.079 We have sent down to you clothing to conceal your private parts. 00:06:01.079 --> 00:06:03.079 O children of Adam, let not Satan tempt you. 00:06:03.079 --> 00:06:05.079 Four calls. 00:06:05.079 --> 00:06:07.079 You need to reflect upon it. 00:06:07.079 --> 00:06:09.079 And what remains of the surah 00:06:09.079 --> 00:06:11.079 It is connected in one way or another. 00:06:11.079 --> 00:06:13.079 In this story 00:06:13.079 --> 00:06:15.079 And it is a story 00:06:15.079 --> 00:06:17.079 He appeared to our father in a likeness. 00:06:17.079 --> 00:06:19.079 Our mission in this worldly life. 00:06:19.079 --> 00:06:21.079 It is a subtle point that the end of the surah 00:06:21.079 --> 00:06:23.079 This concludes the matter. 00:06:23.079 --> 00:06:25.209 by a prostration 00:06:25.209 --> 00:06:27.209 And we know that the Muslim woman 00:06:27.209 --> 00:06:29.209 When you prostrate 00:06:29.209 --> 00:06:31.209 For it was the devil who refused to prostrate. 00:06:31.209 --> 00:06:33.209 And he mentioned it at the beginning of the surah. 00:06:33.209 --> 00:06:35.209 He steps aside. 00:06:35.209 --> 00:06:37.209 regretful or 00:06:37.209 --> 00:06:39.209 Regretting what had transpired on his part. 00:06:39.209 --> 00:06:41.209 The son of Adam says: 00:06:41.209 --> 00:06:43.209 Whoever prostrates when commanded to do so shall be granted Paradise. 00:06:43.209 --> 00:06:45.209 I was commanded to prostrate, but when I prostrate, the Fire awaits me. 00:06:45.209 --> 00:06:47.500 Or as it has come down in the hadith. 00:06:47.500 --> 00:06:49.500 Keep these meanings present in your hearts. 00:06:49.500 --> 00:06:51.500 And you are reciting its surah. 00:06:51.500 --> 00:06:53.500 The momentous task, and ask Allah. 00:06:53.500 --> 00:06:55.500 May Allah grant me and you an opening from His presence. 00:06:55.500 --> 00:06:57.500 And may the blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad. 00:06:57.500 --> 00:06:59.500 And upon his family and all of his Companions. 00:06:59.500 --> 00:07:01.500 All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.