#355 Podcast Al Qur'an Juz 21 QS 31 Luqman 12-19

[Quran Chapter 31] 12. We endowed Luqman with wisdom: "Give thanks to God." Whoever is appreciative—is appreciative for the benefit of his own soul. And whoever is unappreciative—God is Sufficient and Praiseworthy. 13. When Luqman said to his son, as he advised him, "O my son, do not associate anything with God, for idolatry is a terrible wrong." 14. We have entrusted the human being with the care of his parents. His mother carried him through hardship upon hardship, weaning him in two years. So give thanks to Me, and to your parents. To Me is the destination. 15. But if they strive to have you associate with Me something of which you have no knowledge, do not obey them. But keep them company in this life, in kindness, and follow the path of him who turns to Me. Then to Me is your return; and I will inform you of what you used to do. 16. "O my son, even if it were the weight of a mustard-seed, in a rock, or in the heavens, or on earth, God will bring it to light. God is Kind and Expert. 17. O my son, observe the prayer, advocate righteousness, forbid evil, and be patient over what has befallen you. These are of the most honorable traits. 18. And do not treat people with arrogance, nor walk proudly on earth. God does not love the arrogant showoffs. 19. And moderate your stride, and lower your voice. The most repulsive of voices is the donkey's voice."