In this lesson of Surah Al-Anfāl, verses 1-8, Shaykh Dr. Aḥsan Ḥanīf elaborates that this surah focuses on various aspects of the Muslim community's response to conflict, including the division of war spoils, qualities of true believers, and the importance of following the guidance of Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ and His Messenger ﷺ. It explains that the spoils of war belong to Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ and His Messenger ﷺ, with disputes over them being resolved by the Prophet ﷺ. The Surah highlights the characteristics of true believers, including their emotional response to the remembrance of Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ, which strengthens their faith and trust in Him. It also stresses the importance of reliance on Allāh عَزَّوَجَلَّ in all circumstances, encouraging the believers to remain united and obedient to the guidance given by the Prophet ﷺ. The Surah concludes by emphasizing that adherence to divine principles ensures victory in battle and ultimately leads to eternal reward in the Hereafter.