Surah Al-Ma'idah 5:38

Translation

Cut off the hands of thieves, whether they are man or woman, as punishment for what they have done- a deterrent from God: God is almighty and wise.

English translation: M.A.S. Abdel Haleem.

Topics that discuss this verse

Surah Al-Ma'idah 5:38 is discussed in 16 study guides on Maani. Each guide gathers the key verses, Arabic words and lessons of one Quranic topic.

• The Forbidden (Haram)
• Freedom (Hurriyyah)
• Economy (Iqtisad)
• Security (Amn)
• Intimidation (Tarhib)
• Repentance (Tawbah)
• Recompense (Jaza)
• Fitnah
• Abominations (Fawahish)
• Earning (Kasb)
• Wealth (Mal)
• Women (Nisa')
• Moderation (Wasatiyyah)
• Governance (Siyasah)
• Martyrdom (Shahadah)
• Social Relations (Alaqat Ijtima'iyyah)

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