البقرة — Al-Baqarah Ayat 102
وَاتَّبَعُوْا مَا تَتْلُوا الشَّيٰطِيْنُ عَلٰى مُلْكِ سُلَيْمٰنَ ۚ وَمَا كَفَرَ سُلَيْمٰنُ وَلٰكِنَّ الشَّيٰطِيْنَ كَفَرُوْا يُعَلِّمُوْنَ النَّاسَ السِّحْرَ وَمَآ اُنْزِلَ عَلَى الْمَلَكَيْنِ بِبَابِلَ هَارُوْتَ وَمَارُوْتَ ۗ وَمَا يُعَلِّمٰنِ مِنْ اَحَدٍ حَتّٰى يَقُوْلَآ اِنَّمَا نَحْنُ فِتْنَةٌ فَلَا تَكْفُرْ ۗ فَيَتَعَلَّمُوْنَ مِنْهُمَا مَا يُفَرِّقُوْنَ بِهٖ بَيْنَ الْمَرْءِ وَزَوْجِهٖ ۗ وَمَا هُمْ بِضَاۤرِّيْنَ بِهٖ مِنْ اَحَدٍ اِلَّا بِاِذْنِ اللّٰهِ ۗ وَيَتَعَلَّمُوْنَ مَا يَضُرُّهُمْ وَلَا يَنْفَعُهُمْ ۗ وَلَقَدْ عَلِمُوْا لَمَنِ اشْتَرٰىهُ مَا لَهٗ فِى الْاٰخِرَةِ مِنْ خَلَاقٍ ۗ وَلَبِئْسَ مَاشَرَوْا بِهٖٓ اَنْفُسَهُمْ ۗ لَوْ كَانُوْا يَعْلَمُوْنَ
Wattaba‘ū mā tatlusy-syayāṭīnu ‘alā mulki sulaimān(a), wa mā kafara sulaimānu wa lākinnnasy-syayāṭīna kafarū yu‘allimūnan-nāsas siḥr(a), wa mā unzila ‘alal-malakaini bibābila hārūta wa mārūt(a), wa mā yu‘allimāni min aḥadin ḥattā yaqūlā innamā naḥnu fitnatun falā takfur, fayata‘allamūna minhumā mā yufarriqūna bihī bainal-mar'i wa zaujih(ī), wa mā hum biḍarrīna bihī min aḥadin illā bi'iżnillāh(i), wa yata‘allamūna mā yaḍurruhum wa lā yanfa‘uhum, wa laqad ‘alimū lamanisytarāhu mā lahū fil-ākhirati min khalāq(in), wa labi'sa mā syarau bihī anfusahum, lau kānū ya‘lamūn(a).
"And they followed [instead] what the devils had recited during the reign of Solomon. It was not Solomon who disbelieved, but the devils disbelieved, teaching people magic and that which was revealed to the two angels at Babylon, Harut and Marut. But the two angels do not teach anyone unless they say, "We are a trial, so do not disbelieve [by practicing magic]." And [yet] they learn from them that by which they cause separation between a man and his wife. But they do not harm anyone through it except by permission of Allah. And the people learn what harms them and does not benefit them. But the Children of Israel certainly knew that whoever purchased the magic would not have in the Hereafter any share. And wretched is that for which they sold themselves, if they only knew."
Study Notes for البقرة — Al-Baqarah Ayat 102
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The translation presented here says: "And they followed [instead] what the devils had recited during the reign of Solomon. It was not Solomon who disbelieved, but the devils disbelieved, teaching people magic and that which was revealed to the two angels at Babylon, Harut and Marut. But the two angels do not teach anyone unless they say, "We are a trial, so do not disbelieve [by practicing magic]." And [yet] they learn from them that by which they cause separation between a man and his wife. But they do not harm anyone through it except by permission of Allah. And the people learn what harms them and does not benefit them. But the Children of Israel certainly knew that whoever purchased the magic would not have in the Hereafter any share. And wretched is that for which they sold themselves, if they only knew." Translation helps non-Arabic readers approach the meaning, while the Arabic text remains the foundation of the Quran. Readers are encouraged to compare trusted translations and consult qualified teachers when studying legal, theological, or historical questions.
Reflection and Practical Meaning
This verse invites readers to slow down, remember Allah, and connect the message of the Quran with daily life. A useful way to approach Al-Baqarah ayah 102 is to ask three questions: what does this verse teach about Allah, what does it reveal about human character, and what small action can be practiced today? This method keeps reflection grounded and practical.
For personal study, read the verse slowly, repeat the key phrase, and write one sentence about how it applies to your prayer, family life, work, or choices. Consistent small reflections often become more beneficial than rushed reading. If you share this verse, include its surah and ayah reference so others can find the context.
Context for Quran Learners
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