Qalam Institute Podcast The Tafsīr Podcast: EP 101 – Surah Al-Baqarah (Ayah 228)
Jan 31, 2026
A focused walkthrough of the legal and social dimensions of Ayah 228 from Surah Al-Baqarah. Topics include the purpose and seriousness of divorce, the iddah waiting rules and special scenarios, and the importance of honesty about pregnancy. The discussion also covers broader themes of authority of scripture, integrity in testimony, and caring for rights during marital breakdown.
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Quran Guides Difficult Real-Life Issues
- The Qur'an provides detailed guidance for even the most difficult social situations, including divorce and family breakdowns.
- Abdul Nasser Jengda emphasizes that studying the Quran from cover to cover reveals its comprehensive practicality and wisdom.
Zayd And Zainab: A Historical Example
- Abdul Nasser Jengda recounts the marriage and divorce of Zayd ibn Haritha and Zainab bint Jahash as a real example from the Prophet's time.
- Their story illustrates why Islam permits divorce while preserving dignity and long-term respect for those involved.
Don't Make Divorce A Plaything
- Do not weaponize or mock divorce; treat it seriously because it has real consequences even when uttered jokingly.
- Abdul Nasser Jengda warns that talaq is one of the most disliked permissible acts and should be a last resort.