Surah Al-Ma'un
Paper-cut picture from Surah Al-Ma'un: two neighbouring mud-brick doorways, a copper cooking pot, a bucket and a small oil lamp set on the shared step between them, ready to lend
Al-Ma'un 107:6–7

Small help

ٱلَّذِينَ هُمْ يُرَآءُونَ ٦ وَيَمْنَعُونَ ٱلْمَاعُونَ ٧

Surah mind map
The meaning, simply

They are the ones who do good only so people will see them, and who refuse to lend their neighbours simple things that cost them nothing to lend, like a pot or a bowl.

Meaning from Tafsir Al-Muyassar, simplified for children. Reviewed by Sherif Alkady, 16 October 2026.

Words to understand
يُرَآءُونَ
show off
ٱلْمَاعُونَ
small things lent to others, like pots
Think with me

Have you ever lent something to a friend or neighbour? What simple things could you lend?

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