TOZAIN GENESIS 11 -20
Genesis: Chapter 11
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
- In the beginning, the people of the earth were united in speech and purpose, and they spoke one language, as Allah had willed.
- And as they journeyed from the east, they came upon a plain in the land of Shinar, and they settled there.
- Then they said to one another, "Let us make bricks and bake them thoroughly, using brick for stone and tar for mortar."
- And they said, "Let us build for ourselves a city and a tower that reaches the heavens, that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered upon the earth."
- But Allah, the Almighty, saw what they had done, and He said, "Indeed, they are one people with one language, and this is but the beginning of their deeds. But nothing they intend to do will be beyond their reach, except by the will of Allah."
- So Allah sent His messengers, and He commanded, "Go down and confuse their speech, so that they may not understand one another."
- Thus, Allah scattered them upon the earth, and they ceased building the city. Therefore, the place was called Babel, for Allah confused their language, and from there, He scattered them over the earth.
- And from the descendants of Shem, Allah raised the generations. Shem lived for many years and begot many sons. His lineage continued through Arphaxad, and from Arphaxad, Eber was born. Eber begot Peleg, and from Peleg came Reu. And after Reu came Serug, and after Serug, Nahor, and Nahor begot Terah (Azar).
- Terah lived many years and begot his sons, Abram (Ibrahim), Nahor, and Haran. And Haran, the son of Terah, died before his father in the land of his birth, in Ur of the Chaldeans.
- Then Abram, the Prophet of Allah, and his brother Nahor took wives. But Sarai, the wife of Abram, was barren and bore no child. And Terah took his son Abram, his grandson Lot, the son of Haran, and Sarai, the wife of Abram. They set out from Ur of the Chaldeans to go to the land of Canaan. But when they reached Haran, they settled there.
- And the days of Terah (Azar) were 205 years, and he died in Haran.
- Thus, Allah’s plan unfolded, and He chose His Prophets from among the descendants of Shem son of Noah (Nuh), and through them, He continued His guidance for the people.
Summary Genesis 11:
In the beginning, the people of the earth were united in speech and purpose, speaking one language, as Allah had willed. They journeyed from the east and came upon a plain in the land of Shinar, where they settled.
They said to one another, "Let us make bricks, bake them thoroughly, using brick for stone and tar for mortar. Let us build a city and a tower that reaches the heavens, that we may make a name for ourselves and not be scattered across the earth."
But Allah, the Almighty, saw what they had planned, and He said, "Indeed, they are one people with one language, and this is only the beginning of their deeds. Nothing they intend to do will be beyond their reach, except by My will."
So Allah sent His messengers, saying, "Go down and confuse their speech, so that they may not understand one another." And so, Allah scattered them across the earth, and they ceased building the city. The place was called Babel, for Allah had confused their language, and from there, He scattered them across the earth.
And from the descendants of Shem, Allah raised generations. Shem lived many years and begot many sons. His lineage continued through Arphaxad, and from Arphaxad, Eber was born. Eber begot Peleg, and from Peleg came Reu. Then came Serug, Nahor, and Nahor begot Terah (Azar).
Terah lived many years and had three sons: Abram (Ibrahim), Nahor, and Haran. Haran, the son of Terah, died before his father in Ur of the Chaldeans.
Abram, the Prophet of Allah, and his brother Nahor took wives, but Sarai, the wife of Abram, was barren and had no children. Terah took his son Abram, his grandson Lot (son of Haran), and Sarai, the wife of Abram, and they set out from Ur of the Chaldeans to go to the land of Canaan. But they settled in Haran along the way.
The days of Terah were 205 years, and he died in Haran.
Thus, Allah’s plan unfolded, and from the descendants of Shem, son of Noah, He chose His Prophets, continuing His guidance through them for the people.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ The unity of mankind at the beginning and their later division is emphasized, reflecting Allah’s will and His decree over the affairs of His creation.
✔ The pride of humanity in attempting to reach the heavens is shown as a test, aligning with the Quranic theme of arrogance leading to downfall.
✔ The intervention of Allah in confounding the language of the people is a demonstration of His absolute control over His creation.
✔ The genealogy of Shem is presented in a way that highlights the divine plan of Allah in establishing nations and tribes.
✔ The story of Abram (Ibrahim) is introduced with reverence, preparing for his later role as a chosen prophet of Allah.
Genesis: Chapter 12
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And Allah commanded Abram, "Go from your land, your people, and your father's house to the land that I will show you."
2. "And I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, and you will be a blessing."
3. "I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you, I will curse; and all the peoples on earth will be blessed through you."
4. So Abram went, as Allah had told him, and Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he set out from Haran.
5. He took his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, and all the possessions they had accumulated, and the people they had acquired in Haran, and they set out for the land of Canaan, and they arrived there.
6. Abram traveled through the land as far as the site of the great tree of Moreh at Shechem. At that time, the Canaanites were in the land.
7. And a messenger from Allah, Jibril (Gabriel), appeared to Abram and said, "Allah said to your offspring I will give this land." So Abram built an altar there to Allah, who had sent His messenger to him.
8. From there he went on toward the hills east of Bethel and pitched his tent, with Bethel on the west and Ai on the east. There he built an altar to Allah and called upon His name.
9. Then Abram set out and continued toward the Negev.
10. Now there was a famine in the land, and Abram went down to Egypt to live there for a while, because the famine was severe.
11. As he was about to enter Egypt, he said to his wife Sarai, "I know what a beautiful woman you are."
12. "When the Egyptians see you, they will say, ‘This is his wife.’ Then they will kill me but let you live."
13. "Say you are my sister, so that I will be treated well for your sake and my life will be spared because of you."
14. When Abram came to Egypt, the Egyptians saw that Sarai was a very beautiful woman.
15. And when Pharaoh's officials saw her, they praised her to Pharaoh, and she was taken into his palace.
16. He treated Abram well for her sake, and Abram acquired sheep and cattle, male and female donkeys, male and female servants, and camels.
17. But Allah sent His punishment upon Pharaoh and his household, inflicting them with serious diseases because of Sarai, Abram's wife.
18. So Pharaoh summoned Abram. "What have you done to me?" he said. "Why didn’t you tell me she was your wife?"
19. "Why did you say, ‘She is my sister,’ so that I took her to be my wife? Now then, here is your wife. Take her and go!"
20. Then Pharaoh gave orders about Abram to his men, and they sent him on his way, with his wife and everything he had.
Summary Genesis 12:
Allah commanded Abram to leave his homeland and go to a land that He would show him, promising to make him a great nation and bless all the peoples of the earth through him. Abram, at the age of seventy-five, set out with his wife Sarai, his nephew Lot, and their possessions, arriving in Canaan. There, Allah's messenger, Jibril, appeared to Abram and assured him that his descendants would inherit the land. Abram built altars to Allah at key locations, calling upon His name.
However, when a famine struck, Abram went to Egypt, fearing for his life because of Sarai's beauty. He asked her to say she was his sister to protect him. Sarai was taken into Pharaoh's palace, but Allah sent a punishment on Pharaoh's household, causing diseases. Pharaoh then realized the truth, returned Sarai to Abram, and sent them away with gifts.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ The call of Abram (Ibrahim) to leave his homeland emphasizes Allah’s guidance and the test of faith, reflecting His sovereignty over the lives of His chosen servants.
✔ The covenant promise made to Abram that he will become the father of a great nation aligns with Allah’s plan in establishing His chosen people through His prophets.
✔ Abram’s journey to Canaan represents his obedience to Allah’s command, demonstrating trust and submission to Allah in times of uncertainty.
✔ The episode with Sarai and Pharaoh highlights Allah’s protection over His righteous servants, showing His care and intervention in times of difficulty.
✔ Abram’s unwavering faith in Allah during challenges reflects the Quranic theme of reliance on Allah, patience, and the testing of one’s trust in Him.
Genesis: Chapter 13
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And Abram departed from Egypt with his wife and all that he possessed, and Lot was with him, and they journeyed to the land of the Negev.
2. And Abram was blessed by Allah with much wealth in livestock, silver, and gold.
3. And he traveled from the Negev to Bethel, to the place where he had first pitched his tent, between Bethel and Ai.
4. There, he had built an altar, and there he called upon the name of Allah.
5. And Lot, who was with Abram, also had flocks and herds and tents.
6. But the land could not sustain them while they dwelt together, for their possessions were great, and they could not remain in one place.
7. And there arose strife between the herdsmen of Abram’s livestock and the herdsmen of Lot’s livestock. At that time, the Canaanites and Perizzites were also dwelling in the land.
8. Then Abram said to Lot, "Let there be no conflict between us, nor between our herdsmen, for we are brothers."
9. saying "Is not the whole land before you? Separate yourself from me. If you go to the left, I will go to the right, and if you go to the right, I will go to the left."
10. And Lot lifted his eyes and beheld all the plain of the Jordan, that it was well watered everywhere—before the punishment of Allah came upon Sodom and Gomorrah—like the gardens of Paradise, like the land of Egypt.
11. So Lot chose for himself all the plain of the Jordan, and he journeyed eastward. Thus, they separated from each other.
12. Abram dwelt in the land of Canaan, while Lot settled among the cities of the plain, pitching his tents as far as Sodom.
13. But the people of Sodom were wicked and rebellious against Allah.
14. And after Lot had separated from him, a messenger of Allah appeared to Abram and said, "Lift your eyes and look from where you are—northward and southward, eastward and westward."
15. "For all the land that you see, Allah says I will grant it to you and your descendants forever."
16. "And I will make your offspring as numerous as the dust of the earth, so that if anyone could count the dust, then your offspring could also be counted."
17. "Rise and walk through the land, its length and breadth, for it has been granted to you."
18. So Abram moved his tents and settled near the great trees of Mamre at Hebron, and there he built an altar to Allah and called upon His name.
Summary Genesis 13:
After leaving Egypt, Abram journeyed with his wife, possessions, and Lot to the land of the Negev, where he was blessed by Allah with great wealth in livestock, silver, and gold. He then traveled to Bethel, where he had previously built an altar and called upon the name of Allah.
However, because their wealth was so great, there was conflict between the herdsmen of Abram and Lot. Abram, seeking peace, offered Lot the choice to separate, allowing him to choose whichever land he preferred. Lot chose the well-watered plain of the Jordan and journeyed eastward, settling near the wicked cities of Sodom.
After Lot’s departure, messenger of Allah (Jibril) appeared to Abram and promised him that Allah would give him all the land he could see, making his descendants as numerous as the dust of the earth. Abram then moved his tents to Mamre at Hebron, where he built another altar to Allah and called upon His name.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ The separation of Abram and Lot emphasizes Allah’s will in guiding His chosen servants to make decisions that align with His plan, showcasing the importance of resolving disputes peacefully and in trust of Allah’s guidance.
✔ Abram’s decision to let Lot choose his land highlights humility and reliance on Allah's provision, reflecting the Quranic theme of trusting Allah in all matters of life.
✔ The land of Canaan being promised to Abram and his descendants emphasizes Allah’s divine plan for His chosen people, showing His authority over the earth and His ability to fulfill His promises.
✔ Abram’s continued faithfulness in building altars and calling upon Allah shows his devotion and the importance of maintaining a strong relationship with the Creator.
✔ The story of Lot’s choice and the eventual destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah prepares for later themes of divine justice, highlighting Allah’s judgment on wickedness and disobedience.
Genesis: Chapter 14
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And it came to pass in the days of Amraphel king of Shinar, Arioch king of Ellasar, Chedorlaomer king of Elam, and Tidal king of Goiim, that they made war with Bera king of Sodom, Birsha king of Gomorrah, Shinab king of Admah, Shemeber king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela, that is, Zoar.
2. All these joined together in the Valley of Siddim (that is, the Salt Sea).
3. Twelve years they had served Chedorlaomer, but in the thirteenth year they rebelled.
4. And in the fourteenth year, Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him came and attacked the Rephaim in Ashteroth Karnaim, the Zuzim in Ham, the Emim in Shaveh Kiriathaim,
5. and the Horites in their mountain of Seir, as far as El Paran, which is near the wilderness.
6. Then they turned back and came to En Mishpat (that is, Kadesh), and attacked all the country of the Amalekites, and also the Amorites who dwelt in Hazazon Tamar.
7. And the king of Sodom, the king of Gomorrah, the king of Admah, the king of Zeboiim, and the king of Bela (that is, Zoar) went out and joined together in battle in the Valley of Siddim
8. against Chedorlaomer king of Elam, Tidal king of Goiim, Amraphel king of Shinar, and Arioch king of Ellasar; four kings against five.
9. Now the Valley of Siddim was full of tar pits, and the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah fled and fell there, and those who remained fled to the mountains.
10. Then they took all the goods of Sodom and Gomorrah, and all their provisions, and went their way.
11. They also took Lot, the son of Abram’s brother, who dwelt in Sodom, and his goods, and departed.
12. And one who had escaped came and told Abram the Hebrew, for he dwelt by the terebinth trees of Mamre the Amorite, brother of Eshcol and brother of Aner; and they were allies with Abram.
13. Now when Abram heard that his nephew was taken captive, he armed his three hundred and eighteen trained servants who were born in his own house, and went in pursuit as far as Dan.
14. He divided his forces against them by night, and he and his servants attacked them and pursued them as far as Hobah, which is north of Damascus.
15. So he brought back all the goods, and also brought back his brother Lot and his goods, as well as the women and the people.
16. And the king of Sodom went out to meet him at the Valley of Shaveh (that is, the King’s Valley), after his return from the defeat of Chedorlaomer and the kings who were with him.
17. Then Melchizedek king of Salem brought out bread and wine; he was the priest of Allah Most High.
18. And he blessed him and said, "Blessed be Abram of God Most High, Possessor of heaven and earth;
19. and blessed be God Most High, who has delivered your enemies into your hand." And he gave him a tithe of all.
20. Now the king of Sodom said to Abram, "Give me the persons, and take the goods for yourself."
21. But Abram said to the king of Sodom, "I have raised my hand to Allah, God Most High, the Possessor of heaven and earth,
22. that I will not take anything, from a thread to a sandal strap, and that I will not take anything that is yours, lest you should say, ‘I have made Abram rich.’
23. "Except only what the young men have eaten, and the portion of the men who went with me, Aner, Eshcol, and Mamre; let them take their portion."
Summary Genesis 14:
In the days of various kings, including Amraphel of Shinar and Chedorlaomer of Elam, a war broke out between them and the kings of Sodom, Gomorrah, Admah, Zeboiim, and Bela (Zoar). For twelve years, these five kings had been subject to Chedorlaomer, but in the thirteenth year, they rebelled. In the fourteenth year, Chedorlaomer and his allies attacked various tribes, including the Rephaim, Zuzim, Emim, and Horites, before returning to attack the Amalekites and Amorites.
The kings of Sodom and Gomorrah, along with their allies, fought back in the Valley of Siddim, but they were defeated. The kings of Sodom and Gomorrah fled, and their goods and people were taken, including Lot, the nephew of Abram.
When Abram learned of this, he armed 318 of his trained servants and pursued the captors as far as Dan, where he attacked them by night, successfully rescuing Lot and recovering the stolen goods. After returning from the victory, the king of Sodom met Abram in the Valley of Shaveh.
Melchizedek, the king of Salem and priest of Allah Most High, blessed Abram and praised Allah for delivering Abram's enemies into his hands. Abram gave Melchizedek a tithe of all the recovered goods. The king of Sodom offered Abram the recovered goods, but Abram refused, swearing an oath to Allah that he would take nothing, lest others claim to have made him wealthy, except for what his men had eaten and the share for his allies, Aner, Eshcol, and Mamre.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ Abram’s rescue of Lot demonstrates his loyalty and courage, reflecting the Quranic principle of helping others in times of need and fulfilling one’s responsibilities with faith.
✔ The encounter with Melchizedek emphasizes the importance of recognizing Allah’s sovereignty in all things, as Melchizedek blesses Abram in the name of Allah, the Most High.
✔ The tithe of one-tenth given by Abram reflects a gesture of gratitude and reverence towards Allah, symbolizing the importance of charity and acknowledging Allah’s blessings.
✔ Abram’s refusal to take anything from the king of Sodom highlights his reliance on Allah alone and his refusal to accept rewards that could taint his devotion and loyalty to Allah.
✔ The victory in battle is attributed to Allah’s help, emphasizing the Quranic theme that all success and victory come from Allah’s will and assistance.
Genesis: Chapter 15
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. After these things, the word of Allah came to Abram in a vision, saying, "Do not be afraid, Abram. I am your shield, your exceedingly great reward."
2. But Abram said, "O my Lord, what will You give me, seeing I go childless, and the heir of my house is Eliezer of Damascus?"
3. Then Abram said, "Look, You have given me no offspring; indeed one born in my house is my heir."
4. And behold, the word of Allah came to him, saying, "This one shall not be your heir; but one who will come from your own body shall be your heir."
5. Then He brought him outside and said, "Look now toward the heaven, and count the stars if you are able to number them." And He said to him, "So shall your descendants be."
6. And Abram believed in Allah, and He accounted it to him for righteousness.
7. Then He said to him, "I am Allah, who brought you out of Ur of the Chaldeans, to give you this land to inherit it."
8. And Abram said, "O My Lord Allah, how shall I know that I will inherit it?"
9. So He said to him, "Bring Me a three-year-old heifer, a three-year-old female goat, a three-year-old ram, a turtledove, and a young pigeon."
10. Then he brought all these to Him and cut them in two, down the middle, and placed each piece opposite the other; but he did not cut the birds in two.
11. And when the vultures came down on the carcasses, Abram drove them away.
12. Now when the sun was going down, a deep sleep fell upon Abram; and behold, horror and great darkness fell upon him.
13. Then He said to Abram, "Know certainly that your descendants will be strangers in a land that is not theirs, and will serve them, and they will afflict them four hundred years.
14. "And also the nation whom they serve I will judge; afterward they shall come out with great possessions.
15. "Now as for you, you shall go to your fathers in peace; you shall be buried at a good old age.
16. "But in the fourth generation they shall return here, for the iniquity of the Amorites is not yet complete."
17. And it came to pass, when the sun went down and it was dark, that behold, there appeared a smoking oven and a burning torch that passed between those pieces.
18. On the same day, Allah made a covenant with Abram, saying, "To your descendants I have given this land, from the river of Egypt to the great river, the River Euphrates—
19. "the Kenites, the Kenizzites, the Kadmonites,
20. "the Hittites, the Perizzites, the Rephaim,
21. "the Amorites, the Canaanites, the Girgashites, and the Jebusites."
Summary Genesis 15:
In this chapter, Allah spoke to Prophet Abram in a vision, reassuring him with the promise of protection and reward. Abram expressed his concern about being childless and how his servant, Eliezer of Damascus, would inherit his wealth. Allah assured him that his heir would come from his own body, and as proof, He showed Abram the sky, telling him that his descendants would be as numerous as the stars.
Abram believed in Allah, and it was counted to him as righteousness. Allah reminded him that He had brought him out of Ur to give him the land as an inheritance. When Abram asked for a sign to confirm this, Allah instructed him to bring several animals for a covenant ceremony. Abram cut the animals in two, but did not cut the birds. As vultures came to feast on the carcasses, Abram drove them away.
Then, as the sun set, a deep sleep fell on Abram, and Allah revealed that his descendants would be strangers in a foreign land, where they would serve and suffer oppression for four hundred years. However, the nation that enslaved them would be judged, and they would eventually leave with great wealth. Abram himself would live a peaceful life and be buried at a good old age. After four generations, his descendants would return to the promised land, once the iniquity of the Amorites was complete.
As darkness fell, a smoking oven and a burning torch passed between the divided animals, symbolizing Allah's covenant with Abram. Allah promised that this land, from the River of Egypt to the Euphrates, would be given to Abram's descendants, including the various tribes listed: the Kenites, Kenizzites, Kadmonites, Hittites, Perizzites, Rephaim, Amorites, Canaanites, Girgashites, and Jebusites.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ Allah’s promise to Abram regarding his descendants emphasizes the importance of trust in Allah’s promises, highlighting that Allah’s plan unfolds according to His will and timing.
✔ Abram’s questioning and doubts about his heirs reflect human vulnerability, yet Allah reassures him, demonstrating His compassion and readiness to strengthen the faith of His servants.
✔ The covenant of the pieces, where Allah makes a solemn promise to Abram, symbolizes the seriousness of Allah’s commitment to His chosen people and His ability to establish covenants.
✔ The prophecy of the 400 years of bondage in Egypt underscores Allah’s knowledge of future events and His control over the destinies of nations and individuals.
✔ The assurance of the promised land to Abram’s descendants signifies Allah’s divine authority over the earth and His ability to fulfill His decrees, even through difficult circumstances.
Genesis: Chapter 16
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. Now Sarai, Abram's wife, had borne him no children. And she had an Egyptian maidservant whose name was Hagar.
2. So Sarai said to Abram, "See now, the Lord has restrained me from bearing children. Please, go in to my maid; perhaps I shall obtain children by her." And Abram heeded the voice of Sarai.
3. Then Sarai, Abram's wife, took Hagar her maid, the Egyptian, and gave her to her husband Abram to be his wife. After Abram had dwelt ten years in the land of Canaan,
4. so he went in to Hagar, and she conceived. And when she saw that she had conceived, her mistress became despised in her eyes.
5. Then Sarai said to Abram, "My wrong be upon you! I gave my maid into your embrace, and when she saw that she had conceived, I became despised in her eyes. The Lord judge between you and me."
6. So Abram said to Sarai, "Indeed your maid is in your hand; do to her as you please." And when Sarai dealt harshly with her, she fled from her presence.
7. Now the messenger of Allah found her by a spring of water in the wilderness, by the spring on the way to Shur.
8. And He said, "Hagar, Sarai's maid, where have you come from, and where are you going?" She said, "I am fleeing from the presence of my mistress Sarai."
9. The messenger of Allah said to her, "Return to your mistress, and submit yourself under her hand."
10. Then the messenger of Allah said to her, "Allah said I will multiply your descendants exceedingly, so that they shall not be counted for multitude."
11. And the messenger of Allah said to her: "Behold, you are with child, and you shall bear a son. You shall call his name Ishmael, because the Lord has heard your affliction.
12. "He shall be a wild man; his hand shall be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren."
13. Then she called the name of the Messenger who spoke to her, "You-Are-the-Messenger-Who-Sees," for she said, "Have I also here seen Him who sees me?"
14. Therefore the well was called Beer Lahai Roi; observe, it is between Kadesh and Bered.
15. So Hagar bore Abram a son; and Abram named his son, whom Hagar bore, Ishmael.
16. Abram was eighty-six years old when Hagar bore Ishmael to Abram.
Summary Genesis 16:
In this chapter, Sarai, Abram's wife, was unable to bear children, so she suggested that Abram have a child with her Egyptian maidservant, Hagar, in hopes of having descendants through her. Abram agreed to Sarai’s proposal, and Hagar conceived. However, when Hagar saw that she was pregnant, she began to look down on Sarai, which caused tension between the two. Sarai blamed Abram for the situation, and Abram allowed Sarai to deal with Hagar as she saw fit. Sarai treated Hagar harshly, causing her to flee.
As Hagar wandered in the wilderness near a spring, the messenger of Allah found her and asked where she was coming from and where she was going. Hagar explained that she was fleeing from Sarai. The messenger of Allah instructed Hagar to return to Sarai and submit to her, promising that Allah would multiply her descendants so greatly that they could not be counted.
The messenger also informed her that she would bear a son, whom she should name Ishmael, as Allah had heard her affliction. Ishmael was described as a wild man, and his descendants would be in constant conflict with others, living in the presence of their brothers.
Hagar, in awe of the messenger, called Him "You-Are-the-Messenger-Who-Sees," recognizing that she had seen the one who sees her. The well where this encounter took place was named Beer Lahai Roi, located between Kadesh and Bered.
Hagar gave birth to a son, and Abram named him Ishmael. Abram was eighty-six years old when Ishmael was born.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ Sarai’s decision to give Hagar to Abram as a second wife emphasizes human attempts to fulfill Allah’s promises through their own means, which can lead to complications and challenges.
✔ Hagar’s encounter with the Angel of Allah demonstrates His care for the oppressed and His ability to provide guidance and comfort in times of difficulty.
✔ The naming of Ishmael reflects Allah’s knowledge of the future and His control over the lives of His creation, as Ishmael is destined for a great purpose.
✔ The angel's promise of Ishmael’s future greatness highlights Allah’s plan in establishing nations and His sovereignty over their destinies.
✔ Sarai’s jealousy and the tension that arises between her and Hagar demonstrate the human struggles with patience and trust in Allah’s plan, illustrating the importance of relying on Allah in times of personal conflict.
Genesis: Chapter 17
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. When Abram was ninety-nine years old, the messenger of Allah, appeared to him and conveyed the message of Allah, saying, "I am messenger of Allah, the Almighty. Walk before me and remain pure in heart."
2. And said "Allah said, And I will establish My covenant with you, and I will multiply you greatly."
3. Then Abram fell on his face, and the messenger of Allah spoke to him, saying Allah said,
4. "Indeed, My covenant is with you, and you will be a father of many nations."
5. "From now on, your name shall no longer be Abram, but Abraham; for I have made you a father of many nations."
6. "I will make you exceedingly fruitful; and nations will come from you, and kings shall arise from your lineage."
7. "And I will establish My covenant with you and your descendants, from generation to generation, as an everlasting covenant, to be God to you and your descendants."
8. "And I will give to you and your descendants the land in which you dwell, all the land of Canaan, as an eternal inheritance, and I will be their God."
9. And the Rooh ul Quddus, conveyed to Abraham, "Allah said, as for you, you and your descendants must observe My covenant for all generations to come."
10. "This is the covenant that you shall observe: Every male among you must be circumcised."
11. "You must circumcise the flesh of your foreskin, and it will serve as a sign of the covenant between Me and you."
12. "Every male child, eight days old, among you must be circumcised. This applies to every male in your household, including those who are not your descendants but have been bought with your money."
13. "He who is born in your house or bought with your money must be circumcised, and My covenant shall be marked in your flesh as an everlasting covenant."
14. "But any male who is not circumcised, whose flesh has not been marked by this sign, shall be cut off from his people; he has broken My covenant."
15. Then the messenger of Allah spoke further, saying to Abraham, "Allah said, as for Sarai, your wife, you shall no longer call her Sarai, but Sarah shall be her name."
16. "And I will bless her and give you a son by her. I will bless her, and she will become the mother of nations; kings of peoples shall come from her."
17. Then Abraham fell on his face and laughed, and said in his heart, "Shall a child be born to a man who is one hundred years old? And shall Sarah, who is ninety years old, bear a child?"
18. Abraham then prayed to Allah, "O my Lord, may Ishmael live in Your favor!"
19. The messenger of Allah, then conveyed, "Allah said, Sarah your wife will bear you a son, and you shall call his name Isaac. I will establish My covenant with him for an everlasting covenant, and with his descendants after him."
20. "And as for Ishmael, I have heard your plea. I will bless him and make him fruitful, and he will be the father of twelve princes. I will make him into a great nation."
21. "But My covenant I will establish with Isaac, the son that Sarah will bear you at this time next year."
22. And when the message was delivered, the messenger of Allah departed from Abraham.
23. So Abraham took Ishmael his son, all the males in his household, and those purchased with his money, every male among the men of his household, and circumcised them that same day, as the messenger of Allah had commanded.
24. Abraham was ninety-nine years old when he was circumcised.
25. And Ishmael his son was thirteen years old when he was circumcised.
26. That very day, Abraham and his son Ishmael were circumcised, and all the men of his household, those born in his house and those bought with money, were circumcised with him.
Summary Genesis 17:
In this chapter, when Abram was ninety-nine years old, the messenger of Allah appeared to him and conveyed Allah's message, saying He would establish a covenant with him and multiply his descendants greatly. The messenger declared that Abram’s name would no longer be Abram but Abraham, as he was to be the father of many nations, with kings arising from his lineage. Allah also promised to give Abraham and his descendants the land of Canaan as an eternal inheritance and be their God.
The messenger of Allah then conveyed to Abraham that every male among his descendants must observe the covenant, specifically through circumcision. This would be a sign of the covenant between Allah and them. Every male child, eight days old, was to be circumcised, including those born in the house or bought with money.
The messenger also conveyed that Sarai’s name would be changed to Sarah, and she would bear a son. Despite her old age, Sarah was to be the mother of nations, and kings would come from her. When Abraham heard this, he prayed for Ishmael, asking that Allah’s favor be upon him. The messenger of Allah informed Abraham that Sarah would indeed bear him a son, and his name would be Isaac. The covenant would be established through Isaac and his descendants, while Ishmael would also be blessed, becoming the father of twelve princes and a great nation.
Abraham immediately followed the messenger's instructions and circumcised himself, his son Ishmael, and all the males in his household, marking the sign of the covenant. Abraham was ninety-nine years old, and Ishmael was thirteen when they were circumcised, along with all the men of their household.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ Allah's covenant with Abram, changing his name to Abraham, emphasizes the significance of divine promises and the importance of a new identity in Allah’s plan for His chosen servant.
✔ The institution of circumcision as a sign of the covenant highlights the concept of physical and spiritual purity, representing a commitment to obey Allah’s commands.
✔ Allah’s promise of a son to Abraham and Sarah, despite their old age, showcases His power to bring forth miracles and fulfill His promises, no matter the circumstances.
✔ The renaming of Sarah and the blessing of her future son, Isaac, emphasizes the special role of Sarah in Allah’s divine plan, recognizing the pivotal role of women in His covenant.
✔ Abraham’s intercession for Ishmael reflects his compassion and concern for his son, while also emphasizing Allah’s wisdom in choosing the right lineage for His purposes.
Genesis: Chapter 18
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And the messenger of Allah, appearing as a traveler along with two other, came to Abraham while he was sitting at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day.
2. When Abraham saw them, he ran to greet them and bowed down to the ground in respect.
3. He said, "O my lords, if I have found favor with you, please do not pass by without helping your servant."
4. "Let me bring you some water to wash your feet, and you may rest under this tree."
5. "And I will bring you a morsel of food so you may refresh yourselves. Afterward, you may continue your journey, for you have come to your servant."
6. The visitors replied, "Do as you have said."
7. So Abraham hurried into his tent and said to Sarah, "Quick! Prepare three measures of fine flour and make bread."
8. Abraham then went to the herd, took a tender calf, and gave it to a servant, who quickly prepared it.
9. He set before them the food—curds, milk, and the roasted calf—and stood by them while they ate, watching carefully, but they did not partake in the food.
10. When he saw they did not eat, Abraham became alarmed, but the visitors reassured him, saying, "Do not be afraid." And they revealed their true purpose.
11. They said, "Indeed, we are messengers from your Lord. We have come to destroy the people of Lot because their deeds have reached their Lord."
12. Abraham, realizing the nature of the visitors, asked, "But, what about Lot? His family is there."
13. The messenger of Allah responded, "We know who is in that city. We will save Lot and his followers, except for his wife, for she will be among those who remain behind."
14. Abraham then sought to intercede for the people of Lot, asking, "What if there are righteous among them?"
15. The messengers responded, "We know well those who are there. If there are righteous, they will be saved, but the wickedness of the people has reached its limit."
16. And the messengers assured Abraham, "The punishment of Allah will surely come upon those who persist in their evil deeds."
17. Abraham, with a heavy heart, reflected on the justice of Allah and knew that the will of Allah was beyond dispute.
18. And when the messengers of Allah, who had come to Abraham, gave the good news of a child before their departure, Sarah, who was listening at the entrance of the tent, heard this news.
19. Sarah, who was very old and had never been able to bear children, laughed to herself when she heard the promise.
20. She said, "Shall I give birth to a child when I am so old, and my husband is likewise of old age?"
21. The messenger of Allah then spoke to her, saying, "Do you laugh at the decree of Allah? Indeed, the command of Allah is certain, and He is capable of all things."
22. Sarah, in her surprise, asked, "O my Lord, I am barren, and my husband is old. How is this possible?"
23. The messenger of Allah responded, "Thus has your Lord said. Indeed, He is Wise and Knowledgeable. He decrees what He wills, and His will is beyond the understanding of mankind."
24. And as Sarah was in amazement, she was reminded that nothing is impossible for Allah, the Most Powerful. He had given His word, and it would come to pass.
25. The messenger then reaffirmed to Abraham that the promise was true: "You shall indeed have a son, and his name will be Isaac."
26. Upon hearing this, Sarah, still in disbelief, responded by saying, "How can this be, when I am so old?"
27. The messenger of Allah replied, "This is the will of your Lord, and His will is always carried out. His plan is beyond your understanding, but it is perfect and full of wisdom."
28. And so it was that the good news of Isaac's birth was given, a sign of Allah's power to bring forth life from the impossible.
29. Sarah, upon hearing these words, felt a great joy and wonder in her heart, for the mercy of Allah had reached her, and the promise was fulfilled as He had willed.
30. After this, the messengers set out toward the people of Lot, and Abraham was left to reflect upon the divine wisdom and the justice of Allah.
31. The message of warning was clear: Allah's punishment was upon those who had chosen to commit wickedness, and Allah's mercy would save those who followed the right path.
32. Abraham returned to his home, and Allah had provided him with knowledge and guidance through these events.
33. And thus, the messenger of Allah departed, as their mission was complete, and Abraham continued his life in the path of righteousness.
34. And the time of the destruction of the people of Lot was near, for the command of Allah was inevitable, and those who persisted in sin would face the consequences of their actions.
Summary Genesis 18:
In this chapter, the messenger of Allah, accompanied by two others, visited Abraham while he was sitting at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day. Upon seeing them, Abraham hurried to greet them, bowing down in respect. He offered them water to wash their feet, a place to rest, and food to refresh themselves. After preparing food, he stood by them, but they did not eat, which caused Abraham to become alarmed.
The visitors reassured Abraham, revealing their true purpose: they were messengers from Allah sent to destroy the people of Lot due to their wickedness. Concerned for Lot and his family, Abraham asked about their fate. The messengers informed him that Lot and his followers would be saved, except for his wife, who would remain behind.
Distressed by the coming destruction, Abraham interceded with Allah, pleading for mercy for his nephew and his family. However, he was reminded that Allah’s justice was certain, and His decision would stand. After delivering their message, the messengers set out toward the people of Lot, leaving Abraham to reflect on divine justice and wisdom.
As the messengers prepared to leave, they gave Sarah the good news that she would bear a son, Isaac, even though she was very old. Sarah laughed in disbelief, questioning how this could be. The messenger of Allah reminded her that nothing is impossible for Allah, who decrees what He wills. Sarah was reminded of the power and wisdom of Allah, and her heart filled with joy upon hearing the promise.
The message was clear: Allah’s punishment awaited those who persisted in wickedness, while His mercy would save those who followed the right path. The messengers' mission was complete, and Abraham continued his life in righteousness, awaiting the inevitable destruction of the people of Lot for their sins.
The messengers then continued their journey toward the people of Lot, and Abraham was left to reflect on the divine wisdom and justice of Allah. The story serves as a reminder of Allah's ability to carry out His will, His mercy for the righteous, and His justice for those who persist in sin.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ The visitation of Abraham by three men emphasizes Allah’s way of sending messengers to deliver important revelations, reflecting His direct involvement in guiding His chosen servants.
✔ Sarah’s disbelief at the news of bearing a child in old age highlights human limitations in understanding Allah’s power, reinforcing the theme that nothing is impossible for Allah.
✔ Abraham’s hospitality towards his guests demonstrates the importance of kindness and generosity, values emphasized throughout divine teachings.
✔ The announcement of Isaac’s birth reaffirms Allah’s ability to fulfill His promises in His perfect timing, regardless of natural limitations.
✔ Abraham’s intercession for the people of Sodom highlights the balance between Allah’s mercy and justice, as well as the role of prophets in advocating for righteousness.
Genesis: Chapter 19
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And two messengers of Allah came to Lot in the evening, as he sat at the gate of the city. When Lot saw them, he rose to meet them and bowed in respect.
2. He said, "O my lords, please come to my home, and be my guests. Refresh yourselves and depart early in the morning." But they said, "We will spend the night in the open square."
3. But Lot insisted and urged them strongly, so they went with him and entered his house. And he prepared a meal for them and baked unleavened bread, and they ate.
4. But before they lay down to rest, the wicked people of the city, both young and old, surrounded the house from every direction.
5. They called out to Lot and said, "Bring out your guests, that we may know them in an evil way."
6. Lot went out to them, closing the door behind him, and said, "O my people, do not commit this wickedness!"
7. "Indeed, these are guests under my protection, so do not disgrace me."
8. "O my people, is there not among you a person of reason?" But they replied, "You know well that we have no need for anyone but those whom we desire, and you are well aware of what we want."
9. And they said, "Move aside, Lot! You have come as a stranger, and now you wish to judge us?" And they sought to harm him.
10. Then the messengers of Allah reached out and pulled Lot inside and shut the door.
11. And they struck the wicked people outside with blindness, so they stumbled about, unable to find the door.
12. Then the messengers said to Lot, "Gather your family and leave this place, for the command of Allah is near."
13. "Indeed, we have been sent with a punishment upon this corrupt people."
14. So Lot went to his household and said, "Let us depart before dawn, for Allah's command is near."
15. But his wife hesitated and looked back with longing, and she was among those who perished.
16. And when dawn broke, the command of Allah came to pass, and the city was overturned, its highest part brought low.
17. And a rain of stones fell upon them, marked and sent down upon the wrongdoers.
18. Thus, the people of Lot were destroyed for their transgressions, and their land became a sign for those who reflect.
19. But Lot and his daughters were saved by the mercy of Allah, and they went to dwell in safety.
20. And so, the decree of Allah was fulfilled, and the people who rejected His signs met their destined end.
Summary Genesis 19:
This chapter recounts the destruction of the people of Lot due to their wickedness and rejection of Allah's guidance. The messengers of Allah arrived in the evening, and Lot, recognizing their importance, welcomed them into his home, urging them to stay under his protection. However, the corrupt people of the city surrounded the house, demanding to commit an evil act against the guests. Lot pleaded with them to refrain from their wickedness, but they mocked him and attempted to harm him.
At this moment, the messengers intervened, pulling Lot inside and striking the wicked men with blindness, rendering them unable to find the door. They then instructed Lot to take his family and flee, for Allah’s command was near. As dawn approached, the punishment came swiftly—an earthquake overturned the city, and a rain of stones fell upon the transgressors.
Lot’s wife, however, hesitated and looked back, disobeying the command, and she was among those who perished. But Lot and his daughters were saved by Allah’s mercy, finding safety away from the destruction.
This event stands as a warning to those who reject the truth and persist in wrongdoing. The fate of the people of Lot serves as a sign for those who reflect, demonstrating Allah’s justice and the certainty of His decree.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ The arrival of the two angels in Sodom highlights Allah’s method of sending divine messengers to warn people before executing His judgment.
✔ The wickedness of the people of Sodom demonstrates the consequences of moral corruption and disobedience to Allah’s natural laws.
✔ Lot’s (Lut’s) protection of his guests emphasizes the virtue of hospitality and righteousness, even in the face of opposition.
✔ The destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah reflects Allah’s ultimate justice, showing that persistent sinfulness leads to divine punishment.
✔ The rescue of Lot and his family showcases Allah’s mercy toward the righteous, while his wife’s fate highlights the consequences of disobedience and attachment to wrongdoing.
✔ The incident with Lot’s daughters serves as a cautionary account of human weakness and the consequences of desperation, emphasizing the need for trust in Allah’s guidance.
Genesis: Chapter 20
(Re-imagined in a Quranic Style)
In the Name of Allah, the Most Merciful, the Most Compassionate.
1. And Abraham journeyed toward the land of the south and settled between Kadesh and Shur, then sojourned in Gerar.
2. And he said concerning Sarah, his wife, “She is my sister.” So Abimelech, the king of Gerar, sent for her and took her into his household.
3. Then a messenger of Allah came to Abimelech in a vision during the night and said, “Indeed, you have taken a woman who is not lawful for you, for she is the wife of a man.”
4. But Abimelech had not touched her, and he said, “O my Lord, will You destroy a people though they are innocent?”
5. “Did he not tell me, ‘She is my sister’? And she herself said, ‘He is my brother.’ In the integrity of my heart and the innocence of my hands, I have done this.”
6. And the messenger of Allah said, “Yes, I know that you did this with sincerity, and that is why I prevented you from sinning against her. Therefore, do not touch her.”
7. “Now, return the man’s wife, for he is a Prophet of Allah, and he will supplicate for you, and you will be forgiven. But if you do not return her, know that a great punishment will come upon you and your people.”
8. So Abimelech rose early in the morning and gathered his servants and told them all that had happened, and they were afraid.
9. Then Abimelech summoned Abraham and said, “What have you done to us? How have I sinned against you that you brought upon me and my kingdom such a great trial?”
10. And he said, “What was your reasoning that you acted this way?”
11. Abraham said, “I feared that there was no reverence for Allah in this land, and that you would kill me for my wife.”
12. “And indeed, she is my sister in faith, for we are of the same lineage, though she is also my wife.”
13. “And when Allah commanded me to journey forth, I asked her to say, ‘He is my brother,’ as an act of wisdom.”
14. Then Abimelech took sheep, cattle, and servants and gave them to Abraham, and he returned Sarah, his wife, to him.
15. And Abimelech said, “Behold, my land is before you; dwell wherever you please.”
16. And to Sarah, he said, “I have given your brother a great wealth as a sign of your innocence before all.”
17. Then Abraham supplicated to Allah, and Allah lifted the affliction from Abimelech and his household, and they were able to bear children again.
18. For Allah had withheld them from childbearing because of Sarah, the wife of Abraham.
19. Thus, the trial passed, and Abraham and Sarah were honored, and they continued in the land by the mercy of Allah.
20. And so, the decree of Allah was fulfilled, and His wisdom prevailed, for He is the Most Just and the Most Merciful.
Summary Genesis 20:
This chapter recounts the story of Prophet Abraham’s (Ibrahim’s) encounter with King Abimelech, demonstrating themes of divine intervention, protection, and wisdom.
Abraham traveled south and sojourned in Gerar. Fearing for his life, he told the people that Sarah was his sister. King Abimelech, unaware of their marriage, took Sarah into his household. However, Allah sent a messenger in a vision to warn Abimelech that she was a married woman. Abimelech, having not touched her, pleaded his innocence, and Allah acknowledged his sincerity, preventing him from committing sin.
The messenger commanded Abimelech to return Sarah to Abraham, emphasizing that Abraham was a Prophet of Allah who would supplicate for his forgiveness. If he refused, divine punishment would befall him and his people. Abimelech, fearful of Allah’s decree, returned Sarah and confronted Abraham about his deception. Abraham explained that he feared the people’s lack of reverence for Allah and had acted out of caution.
In reconciliation, Abimelech granted Abraham wealth, land, and servants, acknowledging Sarah’s innocence. Abraham then supplicated to Allah, and the affliction that had prevented Abimelech’s household from bearing children was lifted.
This event highlights Allah’s wisdom and justice, ensuring that His decree prevails while protecting His Prophet and maintaining moral order. It serves as a lesson on divine oversight, the power of supplication, and Allah’s mercy upon those who act with sincerity.
How This Version Aligns with the Quranic Style:
✔ Abraham’s journey to Gerar demonstrates Allah’s continuous guidance over His chosen servant, showing that He directs the steps of the righteous.
✔ Abraham’s fear leading him to present Sarah as his sister highlights human weaknesses, yet Allah’s protection over Sarah reinforces His care for the righteous.
✔ Allah’s intervention in Abimelech’s dream emphasizes His control over events and His ability to prevent wrongdoing before it occurs.
✔ Abimelech’s obedience to Allah’s warning reflects the Quranic theme that those who fear Allah and act accordingly will be shown mercy.
✔ Abraham’s prayer for Abimelech and the healing of his household demonstrates the power of intercession and Allah’s ability to restore blessings when His commands are followed.
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