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Why the name Al-Baqarah?
Al-Baqarah (the Cow) has been so named from the story of the Cow occurring in this Surah (vv. 67-73). It has not, however, been used as a title to indicate the subject of the Surah. It will, therefore, be as wrong to translate the name Al-Baqarah into "The Cow" or "The Heifer" as to translate any English name, say Mr. Baker, Mr ... Show More
Mar 2024
2. Surah al-Baqarah | سورة البقرة
Chapter two, containing 286 verses, is the longest in the Quran. It was revealed in Medina and the title, The Cow, comes from the story of the cow discussed in verses 67 to 73. Prophet Muhammad, may the mercy and blessings of God be upon him, said that everything has its peak and ... Show More
2h 17m
Feb 2020
Chapter 2: The Cow, Al-Baqarah
In this 10 minute episode, Sayed Jawad Qazwini will be discussing the longest chapter of the Holy Quran, named Surah Al-Baqarah (the cow). This is the second chapter in the Holy Quran and contains many stories and lessons. Find out about the greatest verse within in this Holy cha ... Show More
9m 49s