Verses from 1-7 talk about disputing women asking the Prophet (PBUH) regarding the pagan practice of Zihar among ancient Arabs (Calling your wife as mother does not make them your mothers). These verses also explain that free one slave or fast for two months or feed 60 poor’s if you have committed this practice. Nothing is hidden from God as He is omnipresent. In the private talks of three-person, God is their fourth. Similarly, in the private talks of 5 people, He is their 6th.
Verses 8-22 describe that the hypocrites greet with Muhammad (PBUH) with a different greeting which may have double meanings. Secret counseling is bad. Etiquettes of private meetings and assemblies have been described. God Commands believers to offer alms before talking or questioning with prophet but relaxation is also given. On the last day, wrongdoers will swear to Him as they swear to prophet. God's decree will prevail that His messenger will surely overcome.
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By Muhammad Farooq and Nagina Kanwal (© 2019 Muhammad Farooq and Nagina Kanwal)
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The source of this article is: Summary of Holy Quran: An Ultimate Guide Series