The document provides an introduction and summary of Surah Maryam (Chapter 19 of the Quran). It discusses the stories of Prophet Zakariya, Maryam, and Isa and their significance in establishing the doctrine of Tawheed (monotheism). It highlights lessons on having faith in Allah, making righteous supplications, showing gratitude, and conveying the message of Islam with wisdom and courtesy. The summary emphasizes adopting the teachings and characteristics of all prophets, especially establishing prayers and paying alms, to attain salvation in the hereafter.

2. :19‫سورة‬‫مرمي‬
Abandon the belief in
Trinity & Adopt the pure
belief in Tawheed.
The reasons behind the
need for a son: The story
of Zakariya and Yahya.
Ayah 1-15
The story of
Maryam and
Prophet Esa AS.
Ayah 16-40
Our forefather Prophet
Ibrahim was a flag
bearer of Tawhid.
Ayah 41-50
The message of All Prophets
and their character. Every
righteous person deserves
to go to Jannah.
Ayah 51-63
An invitation to Tawhid to
the Mushrikeen of Quraysh
and warning of Jahannam.
A rebuttal of the Quraysh
Leadership`s mindset.
Ayah 64-83
Consoling the Prophet and warning
the Mushrikeen that the punishment
of Shirk can also take the form of
destruction in this life.
Ayah 84-98

4. Introduction
 Revealed before the migration to Abyssinia.
 Third stage of Prophet hood in Makah
 This Surah covers some very extra-ordinary events in history
 Mention of miraculous events!
 Events after the migration to Abyssinia.
 Jafar bin Abi Talib recites this Surah to the King of Abyssinia – Negus
 Allah sent this Surah as a “provision” to the immigrants to Abyssinia.

5. Ruku 1
 Lessons from the story of Zakariya (AS)
 Allah is Able and Willing to answer duas, even when there is no means.
 Etiquettes of making dua
 In secret, low voice, concealed as opposed to aloud.
 Recount Allah’s blessings on us.
 Mention of our weakness, inability and Allah’s Greatness.

6.  Dua for deen and duniya, not duniya alone – Zakariya (AS) wants a
child to inherit the legacy of Yaqob (AS), as he fears no one will be able
to carry on his work after him.
 Dua for child who is “tayyab” – excellent in character, righteous and
devoted to Allah’s cause.
 Gratitude towards Allah, after receiving the blessings.

7.  Youth of Yahya (AS)
 Observe and follow the Book in letter and spirit, and instruct it to his people.
 Wisdom while still a child – “hukum” is ability to;
 make righteous decisions
 Form right opinions.
 Interpret the Divine Law
 Solve problems.
 Given the “authority from Allah to decide affairs”.

8.  Kindness and purity – “hanan”, same kind of intense love for
Allah's servants as a mother has for her child.
 Dutiful towards his parents.
 He was not an arrogant oppressor or a transgressor.

9. Ruku 2
 Purpose of story of Maryam (AS) and birth of Isa (AS)
 Trials bring one closer to Allah.
 Transition from story of Zakariya (AS) to birth of Isa (AS) – Allah has
the ability to do anything. He need only say: “Be” and it is.
 Miracles of Isa (AS)
Birth without a father. Talking in the cradle.
Design a bird of clay and blow life into it, with Allah’s permission.
Bring sight to a person who was born blind. Heal the leper.

10.  “Sirat al Mustaqeem” – Addresses to both Jews and Christians, as
both have opposite extreme views about Isa (AS)
 Miracles were given to Isa (AS) to strengthen the “Doctrine of
Tauhid” and reject shirk.

11. Ruku 3
 Mention of Ibrahim (AS) and his trials.
 Addressing the Quraish directly
 They also revere him as their leader and forefather.
 They forced their relatives to stop worshipping Allah or migrate
from the land, like Ibrahim (AS).
 Etiquette for dawah to a superior.
 Show respect and love for the person.
 Present logical evidence.
 Speak in courteous and mannerly fashion.
 Convey your earnest intention for reform.

12.  Tarbiyah for emigrants to Abyssinia.
 Need for migration when times are tough.
 Develop moral courage to continue practicing their faith and do dawah too.
 Learn etiquette for dawah to Negus.
 Comfort to them that they will be blessed and honored like Ibrahim (AS).

13. Ruku 4
 Mention of other Prophets
 Learn and follow their Seerah.
 Sunnah of all Prophets;
 Establish Salah and give Zakah.
 Direct the family to do the same – “save yourself and your families from Fire”
(Surah Tahreem:6).

14.  Consequence of neglecting Salah
 Follow worldly desires.
 End all connection between them and Allah.
 Fall into immorality.

15. Ruku 5
 Addressing the people who reject Hereafter.
 Each and every person has to pass over the Fire.
 The disbelievers will be made to sit around the Fire on their knees.
 Dispel the idea that worldly affluence does not imply Allah’s Grace on the
disbelievers.

16.  Many prosperous and rich nations crumbled to dust and vanished
without leaving a trace.
 Allah gives respite to those who choose to disbelieve.
 Allah increases guidance to those who believe.
 ‫ت‬ ٰ‫ح‬ِ‫ل‬ّٰ‫الص‬ ُ‫ت‬ٰ‫ي‬ِ‫ق‬ٰ‫ب‬ۡ‫ال‬ – Everlasting good deeds are better in the sight of
Allah.

17. Ruku 6
 Doctrine of Tauhid is reinforced.
 Rejection of attributing a “son to god”.
 Monstrous falsehood – the Heavens might crack, the earth might split apart
and the mountains might crumble to pieces!
 Quran has been made easy.
 Sent in the language of the Arabs, as they were the first addressees.
 Best language selected to present evidences and arguments.
 Full of parables and stories, for those who want to ponder.

18.  Allah’s Grace and Mercy is the central theme of the Surah.
 Mention of “Rahman” –16 times.
 Mention of “Rahmat” – 4 times.

19. Action Items Ruku 1-6

20. Let's evaluate our selves
Am I sure? Yes No mostly
to some
extent
I hold the Divine book firmly
I am trying to soften up my temperament.
I am trying to purify my morals.
I am fully aware of rights of parents and its extent.
I avoid parental disobedience.
I enjoin my family to establish Salah.
I love those who invite others towards Islam.

21. :19‫سورة‬‫مرمي‬
Abandon the belief in
Trinity & Adopt the pure
belief in Tawheed.
The reasons behind the
need for a son: The story
of Zakariya and Yahya.
Ayah 1-15
The story of
Maryam and
Prophet Esa AS.
Ayah 16-40
Our forefather Prophet
Ibrahim was a flag
bearer of Tawhid.
Ayah 41-50
The message of All Prophets
and their character. Every
righteous person deserves
to go to Jannah.
Ayah 51-63
An invitation to Tawhid to
the Mushrikeen of Quraysh
and warning of Jahannam.
A rebuttal of the Quraysh
Leadership`s mindset.
Ayah 64-83
Consoling the Prophet and warning
the Mushrikeen that the punishment
of Shirk can also take the form of
destruction in this life.
Ayah 84-98