*Summary of the 9th Juz*
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This Juz consists of two Surahs:
1. The remaining part of Surah Al-A'raf
2. The beginning part of Surah Al-Anfal

(1) Surah Al-A'raf (Remaining Portion) – Key Themes
1. The Detailed Story of Prophet Musa (A.S.) (Verses 142-160)
• Allah called Prophet Musa (A.S.) to Mount Sinai for a forty-night appointment.
• Prophet Harun (A.S.) was appointed as Musa’s (A.S.) successor.
• The Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) mentioned this relationship in Hadith al-Manzilah:
"You are to me as Harun was to Musa, except that there will be no prophet after me."
• Bani Israel fell into idol worship, deceived by Samiri, and worshiped the golden calf.
• Allah punished them and Prophet Musa (A.S.) rebuked his people.
2. The Story of Balaam Ibn Ba’ura (Verses 175-176)
• He possessed the Supreme Name of Allah, yet succumbed to desires and greed.
• The Quran likens him to a dog for abandoning divine knowledge.
• This highlights that true success lies in maintaining guidance until the end of life.
3. The Covenant of 'Alast' (Primordial Covenant) (Verse 172)
• Allah took a pledge from all human souls, affirming His Lordship.
• This innate recognition of Allah is embedded in human nature.
4. The Title "Ummi" for the Prophet (PBUH) (Verses 157-158)
• The Quran clarifies "Ummi" as one who was unlettered yet divinely taught.
• Surah Al-Ankabut (Verse 48) affirms that the Prophet (PBUH) never wrote or read before revelation.
5. The Beautiful Names of Allah (Asma’ul Husna) (Verse 180)
• Allah’s most beautiful names belong to Him alone.
• According to narrations from Ahlul Bayt (A.S.), these names are linked to divine leadership and guidance.
6. Denial of Independent Knowledge of the Unseen for Prophets (Verse 188)
• Prophets do not possess independent knowledge of the unseen except by Allah’s will.
• A similar message was emphasized in the 7th Juz as well.
7. Disbelievers Compared to Cattle (Verse 179)
• The Quran describes disbelievers as like livestock, as they see, hear, and think but do not accept guidance.
8. The Knowledge of the Hour (Day of Judgment) Belongs to None (Verse 187)
• The exact time of the Day of Judgment is known only to Allah.
• Even the Prophets (A.S.) are unaware of it.
9. The Greatness of the Quran (Verses 204-206)
• Etiquettes of listening to the Quran are emphasized:
o Remain silent and reflect upon it.
o Rejecting divine verses leads to misguidance.

(2) Surah Al-Anfal (Beginning Portion) – Key Themes
1. Five Qualities of True Believers (Verses 2-4)
✅ Awe (fear) of Allah
✅ Recitation of the Quran
✅ Trust in Allah
✅ Regular prayers
✅ Charity and generosity
2. The Battle of Badr (Verses 5-19)
• This was Islam’s first and decisive battle.
• Angels were sent only as a sign of victory, not for actual fighting.
• Half of the enemy forces were defeated by Imam Ali (A.S.) alone.
• Fleeing from battle is a major sin.
3. The Rules of War Spoils (Ghanimah) (Verses 1 & 41)
• One-fifth (Khums) of war spoils belongs to Allah, His Messenger (PBUH), and the Ahlul Bayt (A.S.).
4. Allah’s Plan Against the Quraysh's Assassination Plot (Verse 30)
• The Quraysh planned to kill the Prophet (PBUH) while he was sleeping.
• Imam Ali (A.S.) slept in the Prophet’s place, ensuring his escape and safety.
5. The Incident of Ghadir and the Punishment from Heaven (Verses 32-33)
• The Quraysh mocked the Prophet (PBUH), demanding that if he were truthful, Allah should send a heavenly punishment.
• Hadith states that a punishment was sent upon the one who rejected Imam Ali’s (A.S.) leadership at Ghadir.
6. Who Deserves to Serve Masjid Al-Haram? (Verses 34-35)
• Only the pious can be caretakers of Masjid Al-Haram.
• Ahlul Bayt (A.S.) are mentioned in narrations as the rightful custodians, including Imam Ali (A.S.), Hamza (A.S.), Ja’far (A.S.), and Aqil (A.S.).
7. Allah’s Plan Surpasses All Disbelievers’ Schemes (Verses 36-37)
• Disbelievers spend their wealth against Islam, but Allah’s plan is always victorious.
• Allah gradually seizes the wrongdoers, leaving them no excuse.
8. The Clear Distinction Between Truth and Falsehood (Verses 41-44)
• The Battle of Badr exposed the reality of faith and disbelief.
• Allah made the enemy army appear smaller in the eyes of Muslims to strengthen their resolve.

Conclusions and Key Takeaways:
✅ True success lies in staying steadfast on guidance until the end of life.
✅ Allah’s plan is always greater than the schemes of disbelievers.
✅ Following the Quran’s teachings leads to success in both worlds.
✅ The leadership of Ahlul Bayt (A.S.) is established through the Quran and Hadith.
15 Multiple-Choice Questions (MCQs) Based on the 9th Juz
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