Surah Baqarah Verses 214 and 218

There is so much to learn from the Quran. It shows us the way of life. These are some lessons that I learnt..
Ayah 214-

Or do you think that you will enter Paradise while such [trial] has not yet come to you as came to those who passed on before you? They were touched by poverty and hardship and were shaken until [even their] messenger and those who believed with him said," When is the help of Allāh?" Unquestionably, the help of Allāh is near.

We should know that we are put into trials and difficulties just so Allah (swt) can test us, so Allah (swt) can see our abilities, so Allah (swt) can reward us, and raise our ranks. We should always keep in mind that with the Help of Allah we can overcome any trials, and the help of Allah (swt) is always near. Another point about this ayah is that we should not think that the life of a believer is filled with suffering rather it is a reminder that everyone is tested.
Ayah 218-

Indeed, those who have believed and those who have emigrated and fought in the cause of Allāh – those expect the mercy of Allāh. And Allāh is Forgiving and Merciful.

The Mercy of Allah (swt) is our only hope both in this life and in the Hereafter. The Mercy of Allah (swt) is peace and tranquility in the life of this world and salvation in the Hereafter. So we must never lose hope in the Mercy of Allah (swt), rather we must always strive to attain it. How can Allah reward us if we don't put in any effort? You get what you strive for.

Umm K.

Online Student
Taleem Al Quran 2010