In Surah Al-A’rāf, verses 52-58, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf elaborates that Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ asserts that the idolaters have received a clear message through the Book revealed to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ,, leaving them with no excuse for their disbelief. The Book contains perfect knowledge, and on the Day of Judgement, the idolaters will regret their rejection of the truth and wish for a chance to return to life to perform good deeds.

Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ then highlights His creation of the universe in six days, emphasizing His sovereignty as He sits on the Throne in a manner befitting His majesty. The verses call for sincere supplication to Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ, reminding believers that He hears every prayer and dislikes excess in requests. Allāh forbids causing disorder on Earth, as corruption brings harm. Finally, Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ illustrates His power through nature, sending rain to revive barren land and bringing life, paralleling this with the resurrection of humanity on the Day of Judgement.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-A'rāf, verses 44-51, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the striking dialogue between the people of Paradise and the people of Hellfire. The former declare that they have found Allāh's promise to be true and ask the latter if they have also found His warning to be true. The dwellers of hell acknowledge their punishment in response. This exchange emphasises the anguish and regret of the people of Hell, who are reminded of their arrogance and rejection of faith in the worldly life.

The verses also introduce the people of Al-A'rāf, those whose deeds are equally balanced between good and evil, situated on an elevated place between Paradise and Hell. They express their longing to enter Paradise while pleading to Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ not to place them among the wrongdoers. The lesson concludes with the humiliation of the people of Hellfire as they beg for water and provisions from the people of Paradise, but are denied.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-A’rāf, verses 37-43, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the fate of idolators and the consequences of their actions in the Hereafter. He discusses how those who invent lies against Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ or reject His signs will face severe repercussions, with their deeds determining their ultimate fate. The lecture describes the moment of death when angels confront the idolators, highlighting their despair as they realise their false gods are powerless to aid them.

Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf further explains the turmoil in Hell, where the inhabitants will curse and blame one another for their misguidance. The lesson serves as a stark reminder that the gates of Heaven will remain closed to those who deny Allāh's Ayat, while the believers who have acted righteously will be rewarded with eternal life in Paradise, free from envy and hatred.

In this lesson of Sūrah Al-A’rāf, verses 31-36, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf explores the commands of Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ regarding proper conduct and modesty, especially when attending the masjid. The verses refute the practices of the idolaters who performed Tawaf around the Ka'bah while naked. Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ instructs the believers to take adornment which refers to the clean and modest clothing—when attending the masjid and to avoid extravagance in their eating and drinking. The lesson highlights Allāh’s prohibition against self-imposed restrictions on food, drink, and clothing without divine authority. It also emphasises the dangers of arrogance, sin, and shirk, reminding believers of their accountability on the Day of Judgment. Those who adhere to righteousness will be free from fear and grief, while the arrogant rejectors will face eternal punishment in the Fire.

In this lesson, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif expounds upon Ayahs 22 to 30 of Surah al-A'raf, illustrating the immense mercy of Allah in stark contrast to the deceitful tactics of Shaytan. After Prophet Adam عَلَیهِ‌ السَّلام and Hawwa علیها السلام ate from the forbidden tree, their nakedness was unveiled, prompting them to cover themselves with leaves from Paradise. When Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ called out to them, reminding them of His divine command and the enmity of Shaytan, they humbly acknowledged their mistake, saying, “Our Lord! We have wronged ourselves.”

This sincere act of repentance (Tawbah) highlights a crucial distinction between Prophet Adam عَلَیهِ‌ السَّلام and Shaytan. Prophet Adam عَلَیهِ‌ السَّلام recognised his mistake and earnestly pledged to never repeat it, whereas Shaytan, consumed by arrogance, refused to seek forgiveness. True Tawbah begins with a firm conviction and an understanding that disobedience ultimately harms oneself, not Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ.

Shaytan seeks to lead as many of the children of Prophet Adam عَلَیهِ‌ السَّلام astray as possible, unwilling to bear the consequences of his actions alone. Muslims are reminded not to boast about their sins or engage in them publicly. Instead, they should strive to refrain from sinful behaviour, and when they do err, turn back to Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ in sincere repentance. It is important to note that Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ does not command immortality, thus highlighting the difference between divine guidance and the deceptive promises of Shaytan.

In this lesson, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif highlights the profound honour granted to prophet Adam عَلَیهِ‌السَّلام , the first human being, as narrated in Surah al-A'raf, verse 11-21. Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ commands the angels to prostrate to Adam, but Shaytan, filled with arrogance and envy, refused to obey Allah's command. He argued that his creation from fire made him superior to Adam عَلَیهِ‌السَّلام, who was created from clay. This episode delves into Shaytan's reasoning and his subsequent defiance, showcasing how his misguided analogy led to his downfall.

Furthermore, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif discusses Shaytan's deceitful tactics as he sought to lead Adam عَلَیهِ‌السَّلام and Hawwa astray in Paradise. He whispered lies, claiming that eating from the forbidden tree would grant them immortality and angelic status. This exploration highlights the themes of envy, arrogance, and deception, serving as a warning for us to be vigilant against Shaytan’s influences in our own lives.

In this lesson, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that the Qur'an is a guide for believers and a warning for those who reject the faith, as detailed in Surah Al-A'raf, verses 1-10. He begins by discussing Allah's command to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, to convey the message without doubt or hesitation, drawing strength from the examples of previous Messengers who exhibited great patience. Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ also warns of severe consequences for nations that denied their Messengers, leading to their disgrace in this life and punishment in the Hereafter.

Moreover, he addresses the Day of Resurrection, where everyone will be held accountable for their deeds. Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ will question each individual about their responses to His Messengers and the messages they received. This moment serves as a reminder of His justice, as every action—great or small—will be weighed fairly. The Qur'an's teachings will come forth to testify for or against individuals, reinforcing the significance of living righteously.

In this lesson, Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif explains that the disbelievers are warned about the consequences of their denial and defiance against Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ in verses 158-165 of Surah Al-An’am. They await signs of the Day of Resurrection, but it will be too late for them to believe when they witness these signs, such as the sun rising from the west and the appearance of Ad-Dajjal (the false messiah). At that moment, belief will not be accepted. Additionally, believers are reminded that good deeds are multiplied in reward, while sins are counted as they are.

Shaykh Dr. Ahsan Hanif further explains that Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ warns against the division within religion. The disbelievers who break into sects and argue over their beliefs are critiqued for straying from the true path. The Qur'an reminds us that true guidance comes from following the teachings of Allah عَزَّوَجَلَّ and His Messenger without splitting into factions. The episode emphasises the urgency of sincere belief and righteous actions before it's too late.