Surah Al-Mumtahinah

The Examiner

(Madani)

KEY TOPICS

This surah outlines prohibition for Muslims to maintain close friendship with combatant disbelievers. Includes reminder that kinship and friendship will not be beneficial on the day of resurrection. Mentions Ibrahim a as a role model in disassociating from idol-worshippers and disbelievers. Also describes examination of women’s faith who emigrated to Madina after the treaty of Hudaibiyah.