Cancer Killer Discovered & The 13 Most Powerful Super Foods

 Take 22 leaves, bruise slightly, and leave to soak, overnight, in a cup of
> boiled and cooled water.
> Strain, and drink first thing in the morning .
> 
> You can drink your tea/coffee 1/2 hour later.
> *See brief explanation below:*
> 
> *The value of “Karapincha" or the curry leaf is appreciated by a very few
> people. Apart from its general use, Karapincha **protects the liver and the
> liver cells and is even used as a medicinal cure of certain liver diseases,
> the control of high blood pressure, heart disease , diabetes and high
> cholesterol especially. It is an excellent culinary herb for fat reduction.
> **
> "Karapincha or curry leaves definitely reduces overweight” says Dr Vajira
> P.S. Seneviratne, Medical Officer, Government District Ayurveda Hospital,
> Beliatte ,Sri Lanka.“ The leaves contain nearly 18 amino acids and volatile
> oils which contributes a very specific fragrance .*
> *
> Its medicinal properties and actions help improve people’s digestive power
> and helps avoid constipation and softens stools. Karapincha also relieves
> flatulents and heals gastritis”.*
> *
> Try "karapincha porridge" and "karapincha sambol" twice or thrice weekly.*
> *
> -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
> *CANCER KILLER DISCOVERED**
> **Guyabano, The Soupsop Fruit (Salifa)**
> The Sour Sop or the fruit from the graviola tree is a miraculous natural
> cancer cell killer 10,000 times stronger than Chemo.
> 
> Why are we not aware of this?
> Its because some big corporation want to make back their money spent on
> years of research by trying to make a synthetic version of it for sale.
> 
> So, since you know it now you can help a friend in need by letting him know
> or just drink some sour sop juice yourself as prevention from time to time.
> The taste is not bad after all. It’s completely natural and definitely has
> no side effects.
> If you have the space, plant one in your garden.
> The other parts of the tree are also useful.
> 
> The next time you have a fruit juice, ask for a sour sop.
> *
> 
> *
> How many people died in vain while this billion-dollar drug maker concealed
> the secret of the miraculous Graviola tree?
> 
> Th is tree is low and is called graviola in Brazil , guanabana in Spanish
> and has the uninspiring name "soursop" in English.
> The fruit is very large and the subacid sweet white pulp is eaten out of
> hand or, more commonly, used to make fruit drinks, sherbets and such.
> 
> The principal interest in this plant is because of its strong anti-cancer
> effects.
> Although it is effective for a number of medical conditions, it is its anti
> tumor effect that is of most interest.
> This plant is a proven cancer remedy for cancers of all types.
> 
> Besides being a cancer remedy, graviola is a broad spectrum antimicrobial
> agent for both bacterial and fungal infections,
> is effective against internal parasites and worms, lowers high blood
> pressure and is used for depression, stress and nervous disorders.**
> *
> 
> *
> If there ever was a single example that makes it dramatically clear why the
> existence of Health Sciences Institute is so vital to Americans like you,
> it's the incredible story behind the Graviola tree.
> 
> The truth is stunningly simple:
> Deep within the Amazon
> Rainforest grows a tree that could literally revolutionize what you, your
> doctor,
> and the rest of the world thinks about cancer treatment and chances of
> survival.
> The future has never looked more promising.
> *
> *Research shows that with extracts from this miraculous tree it now may be
> possible to:
> * Attack cancer safely and effectively with an all-natural therapy that
> does not cause extreme nausea, weight loss and hair loss
> * Protect your immune system and avoid deadly infections
> * Feel stronger and healthier throughout the course of the treatment
> * Boost your energy and improve your outlook on life
> 
> The source of this information is just as stunning: It comes from one of
> America 's largest drug manufacturers, the fruit of over 20 laboratory
> tests conducted since the 1970's!
> What those tests revealed was nothing short of mind numbing...
> Extracts from the tree were shown to:
> 
> * Effectively target and kill malignant cells in 12 types of cancer,
> including colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreatic cancer..
> * The tree compounds proved to be up to 10,000 times stronger in slowing
> the growth of cancer cells than Adriamycin, a commonly used
> chemotherapeutic drug!
> * What's more, unlike chemotherapy, the compound extracted from the
> Graviola tree selectively hunts down and kills only cancer cells. It does
> not harm healthy cells! The amazing anti-cancer properties of the Graviola
> tree have been extensively researched--
> so why haven't you heard anything about it?
> If Graviola extract is as half as promising as it appears to be-- why
> doesn't every single oncologist at every major hospital insist on using it
> on all his or her patients?
> 
> The spine-chilling answer illustrates just how easily our health-- and for
> many, our very lives(!)--are controlled by money and power.
> 
> Graviola--the plant that worked too well
> 
> One of America 's biggest billion-dollar drug makers began a search for a
> cancer cure and their research centered on Graviola, a legendary healing
> tree from the Amazon Rainforest.
> 
> Variou s parts of the Graviola tree--including the bark, leaves, roots,
> fruit and fruit-seeds- -have been used for centuries by medicine men and
> native Indians in South America to treat heart disease, asthma, liver
> problems and arthritis.
> Going on very little documented scientific evidence, the company poured
> money and resources into testing the tree's anti-cancerous properties-- and
> were shocked by the results. Graviola proved itself to be a cancer-killing
> dynamo.
> *
> 
> *But that's where the Graviola story nearly ended.
> 
> The company had one huge problem with the Graviola tree--it's completely
> natural, and so, under federal law, not patentable. There's no way to make
> serious profits from it.
> 
> It turns out the drug company invested nearly seven years trying to
> synthesize two of the Graviola tree's most powerful anti-cancer
> ingredients. If they could isolate and produce man-made clones of what
> makes the Graviola so potent, they'd be able to patent it and make their
> money back. Alas, they hit a brick wall. The original simply could not be
> replicated. There was no way the company could protect its profits--or even
> make back the millions it poured into research.
> 
> As the dream of huge profits evaporated, their testing on Graviola came to
> a screeching halt. Even worse, the company shelved the entire project and
> chose not to publish the findings of its research!
> 
> Luckily, however, there was one scientist from the Graviola research team
> whose conscience wouldn't let him see such atrocity committed. Risking his
> career, he contacted a company that's dedicated to harvesting medical
> plants from the Amazon Rainforest and blew the whistle.
> 
> Miracle unleashedWhen researchers at the Health Sciences Institute were
> alerted to the news of Graviola, they began tracking the research done on
> the cancer-killing tree.
> 
> Evidence of the astounding effectiveness of Graviola--and its shocking
> cover-up--came in fast and furious....
> 
> .....The National Cancer Institute performed the first scientific research
> in 1976.
> The results showed that Graviola's "leaves and stems were found effective
> in attacking and destroying malignant cells." Inexplicably, the results
> were published in an internal report and never released to the public...
> 
> ....Since 1976, Graviola has proven to be an immensely potent cancer killer
> in 20 independent laboratory tests, yet no double-blind clinical trials--
> the typical benchmark mainstream doctors and journals use to judge a
> treatment's value- -were ever initiated..
> *
> 
> *A study published in the Journal of Natural Products, following a recent
> study conducted at Catholic University of South Korea stated that one
> chemical in Graviola was found to selectively kill colon cancer cells at
> "10,000 times the potency of (the **commonly used chemotherapy drug)
> Adriamycin.. ."
> 
> .....The most significant part of the Catholic University of South Korea
> report is that Graviola was shown to selectively target the cancer cells,
> leaving healthy cells untouched.Unlike chemotherapy, which indiscriminately
> targets all actively reproducing cells (such as stomach and hair cells),
> causing the often devastating side effects of nausea and hair loss in
> cancer patients.
> 
> ....A study at Purdue University recently found that leaves from the
> Graviola tree killed cancer cells among six human cell lines and were
> especially effective against prostate, pancreatic and lung cancers...
> Seven years of silence broken--it's finally here!
> 
> A limited supply of Graviola extract, grown and harvested by indigenous
> people in Brazil , is finally available in America .
> 
> The full Graviola Story--including where you can get it and how to use
> it--is included in Beyond Chemotherapy:
> New Cancer Killers, Safe as Mother's Milk, a Health Sciences Institute FREE
> special bonus report on natural substances that will effectively
> revolutionize the fight against cancer**..
> *
> 
> *
> From breakthrough cancer and heart research and revolutionary Amazon
> Rainforest herbology to world-leading anti-aging research and nutritional
> medicine, every monthly Health Sciences Institute Member's Alert puts in
> your hands today cures the rest of America --including your own
> doctor(!)--is likely to find out only ten years from now.**
> -------------------------------------------------------------*
> *The 13 Most Powerful Super Foods *
> 
> 
> Why Are They So Super?
> Ask five nutritionists to rate the 13 most powerful foods and you'll get
> five different lists, but many of the selections will overlap. Why? Because
> every food provides something different: Some are a rich source of protein
> or fibre but void of many vitamins and minerals, while others contain
> disease-fighting phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals, but no protein. The
> trick, claim experts, is to get a variety of the best foods. The following
> 13 power foods are a good place to start.
> *Avocados*
> 
> *Sure they're high in fat, but avocados contain healthful monounsaturated
> fat, which has been linked to a reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, and
> diabetes. "Avocados aid in blood and tissue regeneration, stabilize blood
> sugar, and are excellent for heart disorders," says Ed Bauman, Ph.D.,
> director of Bauman College . They're loaded with fiber (11 to 17 grams per
> fruit) and are a good source of lutein, an antioxidant linked to eye and
> skin health**.** *
> **
> *Apples *
> *"An apple a day really does keep the doctor away," says Jonny Bowden,
> Ph.D., C.N.S., author of The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. Apples are
> loaded with the powerful antioxidants quercetin and catechin, which protect
> cells from damage - that means a reduced risk of cancer and cardiovascular
> disease, especially if you eat the skin. Research shows that the apple peel
> contains five times more polyphenols than the flesh. Apples and their skins
> pack a lot of fibre too (about twice that of other common fruits, including
> peaches, grapes, and grapefruit), which may help fight the battle of the
> bulge. *
> **
> *Blueberries *
> 
> *Antiaging superstars, blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, especially
> anthocyanins, which have been shown to improve vision and brain function.
> Studies show that eating blueberries slows impairments in motor
> coordination and memory that accompany aging. These little berries also
> reduce inflammation, which is inextricably linked with virtually every
> chronic disease from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, to diabetes and heart
> disease. Other studies show that blueberries have much greater anticancer
> activity than other fruits.
> *
> *Cabbage *
> 
> *In the vegetable world, the Brassica genus reigns supreme, and the cabbage
> is the most impressive of the lot. Brassica vegetables (including broccoli,
> bok choy) contain compounds called indoles, which have been shown to reduce
> the risk of cancer dramatically. "Eating cabbage more than once a week cut
> men's colon cancer odds by 66 percent," says Bauman. "Cabbage also
> stimulates the immune system, kills bacteria and viruses, and is a good
> blood purifier." If you go for the red variety, you'll also get a healthy
> dose of anthocyanins (the same pigment molecules that make blueberries
> blue), another powerful antioxidant with an anticancer punch.
> *
> *Fish and Fish Oil *
> *Eating fish helps cut the risk of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's,
> stroke, diabetes, and arthritis. The fatty varieties may also help
> alleviate depression. The American Heart Association recommends that adults
> eat at least two fish meals per week, especially wild salmon, herring, and
> sardines, because those varieties provide the most heart-healthy omega 3s.
> Avoid mercury-containing varieties like shark, swordfish, king mackerel,
> tilefish, and albacore tuna, says Roberta Anding, M.S., R.D., national
> spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. (Chunk light tuna is
> okay.)*
> 
> *Garlic *
> 
> *Research shows that garlic lowers total cholesterol and triglyceride
> (blood fat) levels, helping prevent clogged arteries. "Two to three cloves
> a day cut the odds of subsequent heart attacks in half for heart disease
> patients," says Bauman. "Garlic also tops the National Cancer Institute's
> list of potential cancer-preventive foods." Whole baked garlic helps
> detoxify the body of heavy metals like mercury (from fish) and cadmium.
> Garlic also acts as an antibacterial and antiviral, boosting resistance to
> stress-induced colds and infections. Can't stand garlic breath? Chew on a
> sprig of parsley.
> *
> *Mushrooms *
> 
> *Used for centuries in Eastern medicine, mushrooms have powerful effects on
> the immune system - especially the maitake, shiitake, and reishi varieties.
> "Mushrooms such as maitake help prevent and treat cancer, viral diseases,
> high cholesterol, and high blood pressure," says Bauman. In fact, mushrooms
> are used as an adjunctive cancer treatment throughout Asia because of their
> ability to counteract the toxic effects of chemotherapy and radiation while
> simultaneously shrinking tumors. What's more, Japanese researchers have
> found that regularly eating shiitake mushrooms lowers blood cholesterol
> levels up to 45 percent.
> *
> *Almonds *
> 
> *Almonds are loaded with fiber and monounsaturated fat, both of which have
> been shown to lower cholesterol. According to the Food and Drug
> Administration, eating 1.5 ounces of most nuts, including almonds, as part
> of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart
> disease. And even though almonds are relatively high in fat and calories,
> studies show that eating almonds can actually help with weight loss (their
> protein, fiber, and monounsaturated fats provide the feeling of fullness,
> preventing overeating).
> *
> *Eggs *
> 
> *The best protein source on the planet, eggs consistently outrank milk,
> beef, whey, and soy in the quality of protein they provide. In addition to
> containing all nine essential amino acids, eggs are loaded with nutrients.
> "And for God's sake, eat the yolks," says Bowden. People avoid the yolks
> because they fear cholesterol, but egg yolks contain choline, which helps
> protect heart and brain function and prevents cholesterol and fat from
> accumulating in the liver.
> *
> *Flaxseeds *
> 
> *Loaded with alpha-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps
> reduce inflammation, flaxseed has been used for centuries for medicinal and
> health reasons. Gandhi himself proclaimed, "Wherever flaxseed becomes a
> regular food item among the people, there will be better health." Bauman
> adds, "The seed itself has terrific nutritional value, very usable protein,
> tremendous fatty acids, and minerals like magnesium, potassium, and zinc."
> Additionally, they're a great source of fiber.
> *
> *Pomegranates *
> 
> *Pomegranates have up to three times the antioxidants of red wine and green
> tea - and the juice has been shown to reduce artery-clogging plaque, which
> in turn prevents heart disease and stroke. Research shows that long-term
> consumption of pomegranate juice may also help slow aging and protect
> against cancer.
> *
> *Red Wine *
> 
> *A small amount of any kind of alcohol each day does your heart good by
> increasing HDL cholesterol and reducing the risk of blood clots. "Red wine
> also contains powerful antioxidants, reservatrol and saponins, which may
> provide additional cardiovascular benefits," says Anding. Resist a refill,
> however: More than one drink daily has been linked to high blood pressure.
> *
> *Dark Chocolate *
> 
> *When it comes to chocolate, bitter is better - at least in terms of
> health. The benefits of chocolate come from flavonols and antioxidants (the
> same disease-fighting chemicals found in cranberries, apples, strawberries,
> and red wine). The caveat: Only real cacao contains flavonols, so look for
> chocolate that boasts a high percentage of cacao (60 percent or more). Dark
> chocolate also has fewer calories than other varieties, and when eaten in
> moderation, it lowers unhealthy LDL cholesterol and prevents plaque from
> building up in your arteries.*
> 

Ashab al-Kahf - The Companions of the Cave

In the most recent Catholic-Muslim dialogue this was delivered by our

Islamic Scholar. I just want all of you to know this.

Ashab al-Kahf - The Companions of the Cave

For Discussion in Catholic-Muslim Dialogue of Western Region,

I. The Story in the Qur’an:

“Do you find the Companions of the Cave and al-Raqim[i][i]

so wondrous, among all Our other signs? When the young men sought

refuge in the cave and said, ‘Our Lord, Grant us Your mercy, and make

easy for us a good way out of our ordeal,’ We sealed their ears (with

sleep) in the cave for years. Then We woke them so that We make clear

which of the two parties best understand the reason they stayed there

such a long time.

“We tell you their true story.[ii][ii] They were young men

who believed in their Lord, and We gave them more and more guidance.

We gave strength to their hearts when they stood up and said, ‘Our

Lord is the Lord of the heavens and earth. We shall never call upon

any god other than Him, for that would be an outrageous thing to do.

These people of ours have taken gods other than Him. Why do they not

produce clear evidence about them? Who could be more unjust than

someone who makes up lies about God? Now that you have left such

people, and what they worshipped instead of God, take refuge in the

cave. God will shower His mercy on you and make for you an easy way

out of your ordeal.’

You could have seen the (light of the) sun as it rose,

moving away to the right of their cave, and when it set, moving away

to the left of them, while they lay in the wide space inside the cave.

This is one of God’s signs: those people God guides are rightly

guided, but you will find no protector to lead to the right path those

He leaves to stray. You would have thought they were awake, though

they lay asleep. We turned them over, to the right and the left, with

their dog stretching out its forelegs at the entrance. If you had seen

them, you would have turned and run away, filled with fear of them.

“In time We woke them, and they began to question one

another. One of them asked, ‘How long have been here?’ and (some of

them) answered, ‘A day or part of a day,’ but then (others) said,

‘Your Lord knows best how you have been here. One of you go to the

city with your silver coins, find out where the best food is there,

and bring some back. But be careful not to let anyone know about you:

if they found you out, they would stone you or force you to return to

their religion, and then you will never prosper.’ In this way We

brought them to the people’s attention so that they might know that

God’s promise (of resurrection) is true and that there is no doubt

about the Last Hour. But (instead of giving thought to this) they

began disputing among themselves.

“(Some) said, ‘Construct a building over them: their Lord

knows best about them.’ Those who prevailed said, ‘We shall build a

place of worship over them.’ (Some) say, ‘The sleepers were three,

and their dog made four,’ others say, ‘They were five, and their dog

made six’ – guessing in the dark – and some say, ‘They were seven, and

their dog made eight.’ Say (Prophet), ‘My Lord knows best how many

they were.’ Only a few have real knowledge about them, so do not

argue, but stick to what is clear, and do not ask any of these people

about them; do not say of anything, ‘I will do that tomorrow,’ without

adding, ‘God willing,’ and, whenever you forget, remember your Lord

and say, ‘May my Lord guide me to be closer to what is right.’ (Some

say), ‘The sleepers stayed in their cave for three hundred years,’

some added nine more. Say (Prophet), ‘God knows best how long they

stayed.’ His is the knowledge of all that is hidden in the heavens and

earth – How well He sees! How well He hears! – and they have no one to

protect them other than Him; He does not allow anyone to share His

rule.” (The Qur’an, Surah al-Kahf 18:9-26)[iii][iii]

II. The Historical Background of the Revelation of this Story:

The Surah al-Kahf was revealed to the Prophet towards the middle

period of his preaching in Makkah (between the 5th and 10 year after

beginning his mission). During this period the Quraish (leading tribe

of Makkah) escalated their opposition to the Prophet. They subject his

followers to ruthless torture and severe economic deprivation. Some

Muslims at this time migrated to Abyssinia. The Quraish then

introduced a severe economic and social boycott against the Prophet

and his followers, and forced them to confine themselves to the hilly

side of Makkah, called Shi’b Abi Talib. This boycott continued for

about three years.[iv][iv]

It is reported that this Surah was revealed around this period in

response to some questions posed by the Makkan polytheists. After

consulting with some People of the Book (Jews and Christians) they put

these questions to the Prophet:

1. Who were the Companions of the Cave?

2. What is the true nature of the story of Prophet Moses’

encounter with Khidr?

3. What is the story of Dhu al-Qarnain?

All these stories pertained to the Jewish and Christian history and

were not much known to the people in the Arabian peninsula. The People

of the Book selected these stories carefully so as to test whether or

not any extraordinary source of knowledge was available to Prophet

Muhammad – peace be upon him.

God revealed these stories to the Prophet –peace be upon him- not only

to give answers the questions raised but also to build the morale of

Muslims and help them get some lessons for their own particular

situation.

III. The Themes of the Surah al-Kahf:

The Surah begins with the following words:

“Praise be to God, who sent down the Scripture to His servant and

placed no crookedness in it. (He made it) straight, giving warning of

severe punishment from Him and giving good news to the believers who

do good deeds that theirs will be an excellent reward where they shall

abide forever.” (Al-Kahf 18:1-3)

There are several authentic Ahadith (plural of Hadith – saying of

Prophet Muhammad) that mention the power and affects of this Surah on

its faithful readers. It is mentioned that this Surah brings Sakinah

(comfort and peace of the heart); it gives to its readers the light

that will shine for them in this life and in the eternal life. It is

also mentioned that those who will remember this Surah and pay

attention to it will be saved from the Trials of Dajjal (the Deceiver

or Anti-Christ). Muslims generally recite this Surah every Friday.

When we reflect on this Surah we see that the Surah

mentions four main stories in some details and in the middle of these

stories it also refers to the story of Iblis (the Devil) who refused

to obey God’s command to honor Adam and instead became the enemy of

all human beings. The four main stories of this Surah are:

1. Story of the Companions of the Cave

2. Story of the owner of two gardens

3. Story of Prophet Moses –peace be upon him- with a mysterious

teacher (The Qur’an does not mention the name of this person, but he

is generally known as the angelic figure, Khidr – peace be upon him)

4. Story of the king Dhu al-Qarnain (meaning ‘the one of two

horns’ probably referring to his vast eastern and western kingdoms.

The Qur’an mentions only his title without identifying him with his

real name)

The theme of all these stories is one and the same. They all tell us

about the trials of life. People are tested by different trials and

Devil is there is to mislead them and make difficult their path of

success and salvation.

1. The story of the Companions of the Cave tells about the trials

of faith. It tells us how the people of faith are tested and tied in

different ways, but those who remain firm and patient are protected by

God.

2. The story of the owner of the two gardens is basically the

story of trials of wealth and riches. It tells us that wealth and

riches could be very tempting and deceiving and often take people away

from the right path.

3. Prophet Moses –peace be upon him- had to learn some lessons

from an angelic figure known as Khidr. This story tells us about the

Trials of Knowledge. We may think that we know everything; but no one,

even God’s prophets, can grasp all the mysteries of the events in this

world. Knowledge requires a lot of patience and humility and ultimate

knowledge belong to God alone.

4. The Story of Dhu al-Qarnain tells us about a great king who

had to deal with all kind of people. He moved fast from one direction

to another direction. He met good people as well as rebellious groups

in his kingdom. People of diverse backgrounds and languages used to

live in his domain. This righteous king wherever he went he did good

things. He was powerful, intelligent and resourceful. He was also

humble and devout. He did not charge his subjects excessive taxes for

any projects that he performed. The power and authority did not

corrupt him. This is the story of the trials of power and position.

The Surah ends with these words:

“Say, ‘Shall we tell you who the biggest losers are according to their

actions? It is those whose efforts are lost in this world and they

think that they are doing well.’ They disbelieve in their Lord’s

message and deny that they will meet Him. Their deeds come to nothing

on the Day of Resurrection; We shall give them no weight. Their

recompense will be Hell because they disbelieved and made fun of My

message and My messengers. But those who believe and do good deeds

shall have as a gift the Gardens of Paradise. They shall remain there

forever, never wishing to leave. Say, ‘If the ocean were ink for

(writing) the words of my Lord, it would run dry before those words

were exhausted’ – even if We were to add another ocean to it. Say

(Prophet), ‘I am only a human being, like you, to whom it has been

revealed that your God is One. Anyone who hopes to meet his Lord

should do good deeds and give no one a share in the worship due to his

Lord.” (Al-Kahf 18:103-110)

IV. Some Remarks on the Qur’anic Style of this Story:

What the Qur’an omits about this story? The Qur’an deliberately omits

almost everything that a historian of this story will be interested to

know.[v][v] The Qur’an does not tell us:

1. The dates and the time period when this happened.

2. The geographical location of the cave.

3. The names of the companions of the cave.

4. The race or religion of the companions of the cave.

5. Their exact number.

6. Exactly how long they were in the cave.

It is, however, interesting to note that while the Qur’an has not

given us some of the specifics of this story, it has remarkably told

us all its important elements, ‘who, what, where, why?’

The Qur’an has told us:

1. The Companions of the cave were young people.

2. They were together and were supporting each other.

3. They had deep faith in One God and were under threat to be

killed for their faith.

4. They were at a loss that their fellow countrymen could not see

the folly of their beliefs.

5. They took refuge in a cave.

6. They were deeply devout. The Qur’an mentions their sincere

prayers to their Lord

7. They had full trust in their Lord.

8. God helped them in a mysterious ways and gave them full protection.

a. The cave received the warmth of the sunlight, but in such a

way that they were not discovered or seen from outside.

b. God made them turn sides, like a mother keeps turning her

little baby in the crib

c. Their dog was in front of the cave

d. The scene was frightening for the outsider, so that no one

could enter the cave.

9. When they woke up they did not know how long they slept.

10. They sent one of them to buy some food for them; but they did not

want to be discovered because they were afraid that their countrymen

would kill them and force them to abandon their religion.

11. God made them wake up at a particular time so that people may

learn some lessons:

a. God’s promise is true

b. The resurrection will take place.

12. People did not learn the lesson but kept arguing what kind of

monument to build for their honor. God tells the Prophet and the

Believers that they should not argue about the unnecessary details of

this story; they should learn its basic message.

V. Some lessons to learn:

It seems that the Qur’an has abstracted this story from its

particularities and has universalized it for all people and for all

times. The story could be of people of any time or place. It could be

the story of the people of any faith; but it has a message and this

message should be learned. The message is:

1. There is only one God. Stay firm on this faith.

2. Do not give up your faith under hardship or trials

3. God has unique ways to help those who are sincere and faithful

4. Time and history are all in the power of God and God has total

control over them.

5. Material power is not permanent; it is the spiritual that will abide.

6. People of truth are found in all places and times; truth is

not the exclusive property of any one group or nation.

7. God tests people. Those who suffer are not necessarily bad

people and those who prosper are not necessarily good people.

8. The truth will ultimately succeed.

9. God’s promise of help and support is true.

10. The Resurrection will definitely take place.