OCCASION OF REVELATION (VERSE NO. 285)

      When the preceding verse (NO. 284) revealed saying: ``If you reveal or conceal that which is in your mind, God knows it and will call you to account for it.'' Some of the prophets's companions were afraid of that; saying: ``None of us can get rid of Satan's temptations, and if so, no one can escape Allah's wrath and punishment!'' To this effect the verse (NO. 285) revealed to show the way to salvation, and how to pray God, asking him to forgive us our sins. It came to teach us that with realisation in hearts and confession on the lips, we should go to our Merciful Lord and earnestly ask for His help, forgiveness, and guidance.

THE WAY AND METHOD OF FAITH

      The chapter of `COW' started with the question of faith, showed its various shades and aspects, discussed faith rejection, and faith rejectors, and now rounds off its argument with faith and its practical manifestation in conduct such that the faithful hears and obeys, and that he prays earnestly for God's help, forgiveness, and guidance. Thus, having faith in the Originator and Resurrector, and His Apostles, is linked with being obedient to Divine Commandments, and holding on with the Law.