In this lesson of Sūrah At-Tawbah, verses 37-40, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discussed how the disbelievers manipulated the sacred months, altering their sanctity to suit their desires, leading to further misguidance. This deception made their evil deeds seem justified in their eyes, yet Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ makes it clear that such actions only increase them in disbelief. The verses then shift focus to the believers, questioning their reluctance to strive in Allāh’s cause and warning against attachment to the fleeting pleasures of this world at the cost of the Hereafter. A severe admonition follows, stating that if they fail to fulfil their duty, Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ will replace them with others, and their hesitation will not harm Him in the slightest. The lesson concludes with the profound moment of the Prophet ﷺ and Abu Bakr رضي الله عنه in the cave during the Hijrah, where the Prophet’s ﷺ unwavering trust in Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ reassured his companion. These verses highlight divine support and the ultimate triumph of Allāh’s word.

In this lesson of Sūrah At-Tawbah, verses 34-36, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses Allāh’s عَزَّوَجَلَّ stern warning against corrupt religious leaders who exploit people's wealth unjustly and divert them from His path. The verses also condemn the hoarding of wealth without spending it in the way of Allāh, vividly describing the torment awaiting such individuals in the Hereafter as their hoarded gold and silver will be used to brand their bodies in Hell. Furthermore, Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ establishes the significance of twelve lunar months, highlighting four as sacred and commanding believers to uphold justice, avoid wrongdoing, and stand united against opposition, with the assurance that He is with the righteous.

In this lesson of Sūrah At-Tawbah, verses 28-33, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf discusses the command barring polytheists from entering al-Masjid al-Ḥarām, highlighting how their impurity is both spiritual and ideological. Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ reassures the believers that any economic fears arising from this restriction will be alleviated by His divine provision. The lesson then covers the obligation of jizyah upon the People of the Book, clarifying its role in maintaining justice and order. Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf also examines their theological deviations, such as the deification of scholars, monks, and prophets, and how these false beliefs echo past nations' errors. The passage concludes with a powerful affirmation that Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ has sent His Messenger ﷺ with the truth to establish it over all falsehood.