047-AL-BAQARAH (Ayat 135-137)
This passage addresses the historical context of interactions between Muslims, Jews, and Christians, referencing a call to unite under either Judaism or Christianity as a challenge to early Muslims. It emphasizes adherence to the path of Ibrahim, rejecting polytheism, and maintaining distinct Islamic beliefs. Muslims are instructed to declare their faith in Allah, the revelations sent to Ibrahim, Ismaeel, Ishaaq, Yaqoob, and their descendants, as well as the scriptures given to Musa AS and Isa AS, and all prophets. The text underscores the importance of not differentiating between any of the prophets and affirms belief in divine decree. It concludes with reassurance that Allah is sufficient against those who oppose, all-hearing and all-knowing, even amidst hardship, referencing an incident involving Hazrat Uthman.
