Surah Al-Baqara
Chapter 2 · Verse 92 · Revealed in Madinah
“And Moses had certainly brought you clear proofs. Then you took the calf [in worship] after that, while you were wrongdoers.”
Translation: Saheeh International
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Mishary Rashid Alafasy
Reflection — Ibn Kathir
Although The Jews denied the Truth, They claimed to be Believers!
Allah said,
وَإِذَا قِيلَ لَهُمْ
Reflection — Maarif ul Quran
The "clear signs" mentioned in the verse refers to the miracles which- had manifested themselves even before the Torah was given to Sayyidna Musa (Moses علیہ السلام) -- for example, his staff that turned into a .snake, the palm of his hand which shone brightly, the splitting of the sea to make a path for the Israelites, etc. These miracles were meant to affirm the Oneness of Allah and His omnipotence, and to provide an evidence for the prophethood of Sayyidna Musa۔ (علیہ السلام)
In refutation of the Jews, the verse points out that although they lay a claim to 'Iman ایمان (faith), yet have been falling into the sin of Shirk شرک (association), which involves a denial not only of Sayyidna Musa (علیہ السلام) but even of Allah Himself.
What does this verse bring up for you today?