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The Reason for Revelation and Interpretation of Surah Al-Ma'idah Verse 48

The reason for revelation of Surah Al-Ma'idah verse 48 is related to the habit of the Jews who manipulated the contents of the Torah. They changed the meanings and laws in it, like replacing stoning for adulterers with flogging. When they sent a delegation to Prophet Muhammad (PBUH), they advised each other to only accept a fatwa that matched their own desires. Allah SWT then sent down this verse as a confirmation that the Qur'an is the bearer of truth and the completer of previous scriptures. Verse 48 emphasizes that the Qur'an is the confirmer and guardian of earlier scriptures. Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) was ordered to judge matters based on Allah's revelation, not to follow whims. Every community was given its own law and path, and these differences are a test so that people may compete in doing good. The verse ends with a reminder that everyone will return to Allah and be held accountable for their deeds. https://mozaik.inilah.com/dakwah/asbabun-nuzul-surat-al-maidah-ayat-48-beserta-tafsirnya

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brother2h

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Jazakallah khair, now I finally get the reason behind its revelation. Makes me even more convinced that the Qur'an is the final, perfected one - not something you can mess around with like the Torah.

brother2h

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Whoa, so this verse came down when they were just trying to ask for fatwas that suited their own convenience, huh. Typical! But it's true, guidance is a test.

brother1h

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I’ve often heard this verse recited, but only now do I actually know the background behind it. It’s so good, really adds to my knowledge. Hopefully we can all race each other in doing good.

brother54m

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This is a solid explanation, it makes sense now why this verse was revealed. Jews really do love twisting the law around. Alhamdulillah, the Qur'an serves as a guardian over the previous scriptures.

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