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    • Quran-90:14 Surah Al-balad English Translation,Transliteration and Tafsir(Tafseer).

    أَوۡ إِطۡعَٰمٞ فِي يَوۡمٖ ذِي مَسۡغَبَةٖ

    Transliteration:( Aw it'aamun fee yawmin zee masghabah )

    14. Or, feeding on a day of hunger [14], (Kanzul Imaan Translation)

    (14) Or feeding on a day of severe hunger (Saheen International Translation)

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    Surah Al-Balad Ayat 14 Tafsir (Commentry)



    • Tafseer-e-Naeemi (Ahmad Yaar Khan)
    • Ibn Kathir
    • Ala-Madudi
    • Shaheen International

    14. Days of Hunger

    The "days of hunger" refer to times of extreme need and scarcity, whether due to famine or personal hardship. This verse carries profound lessons on empathy, generosity, and the spiritual benefits of selflessness.

    Key Points:

    1. Literal Meaning:

      • Times of famine: During periods when food and resources are scarce, sharing what one has, especially when it is limited, is a significant act of compassion and generosity.
      • Personal need: The verse highlights the virtue of giving to others even when one is experiencing a shortage or need themselves.

    2. Spiritual Meaning:

      • The Month of Ramadan:
        • It suggests that the act of feeding the needy, particularly during Ramadan, holds immense rewards. Ramadan, being a time of fasting and spiritual reflection, emphasizes acts of charity and concern for the less fortunate.
        • Distributing food to those in need during Ramadan is a powerful way to purify one’s soul and draw closer to Allah.

    3. Moral Lesson:

      • Sacrificing what is dear: The verse teaches that true generosity is shown when one gives not from excess but from what is dear to them, especially in difficult times.
      • Empathy for the needy: It encourages believers to feel and respond to the struggles of others, fostering a sense of community and compassion.

    Ibn-Kathir

    The tafsir of Surah Balad verse 14 by Ibn Kathir is unavailable here.
    Please refer to Surah Balad ayat 11 which provides the complete commentary from verse 11 through 20.

    Ala-Maududi

    (90:14) or giving food on a day of hunger

    There is no commentary by Abul Maududi available for this verse.

    (14) Or feeding on a day of severe hunger

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