The Majestic Quran

This is so you know God has knowledge of all that is in the Heavens and on Earth. God knows everything. T M r ’ 98 You must realise that God is severe in His punishment, nevertheless Forgiving, Kind. 99 The Messenger’s duty is to convey the message, God knows well what you reveal and what you conceal. 100 Say: “The good and bad are not the same, though the abundance of the bad will surprise you. So be mindful of God, you who are understanding, so you may succeed.” D ’ 101 Believers, don’t ask too many questions, if they were answered they would cause you difficulty, and if you ask while the Quran is being revealed they will be made clear to you. God has kept silenc e 49 about them. God is Forgiving, Gentle. 102 People before you asked such questions and when they were answered, then they denied it. R 103 God didn’t order the veneration of: camels whose ears are split before being turned loose; she-camels which roam free; camels dedicated to idols that can’t be slaughtered; and camels which mustn’t be mounted ; 50 rather it was the disbelievers who invented lies about God, and most of them lack the power of reason. 104 When they are told: “Come closer to what God has revealed and to His Messenger,” they say, “What we found our forefathers practising is enough,” yet their forefathers knew nothing and had no guidance. 105 Believers, you are responsible for yourselves. Those who are misguided can’t harm you if you stay on the right path. You will all return to God, and He will tell you what you did. T ’ 106 Believers, when death approaches you, get two just persons to be witnesses to your last will and testament. If you are on a journey when the pangs of death strike, take any two witnesses from another tribe. Keep the two witnesses back after the prayer and, should you have any doubts, let them both swear by God: “We will not sell the testimony for any price, even if a close relative is involved, nor will we hide God’s testimony, in that case, we would be sinful.” 107 If it turns out that the two witnesses are judged guilty of a sin of perjury, then let two other witnesses take their