The literal meaning of tafsir in the Arabic language is to open or to explain, interpret or comment. Technically, the science of tafsir is a branch of knowledge in which the meanings of the Quran are explained and its injunctions and wisdoms are described openly and clearly (al-Burhan). Addressing the Holy Prophet, the Glorious Quran says: We revealed the Quran to you so that you explain to the people what has been sent down to them. (16:44) The Holy Quran also says: Surely, Allah did a great ... [Continue Reading]
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Inimitability of the Qur’an and Some Evidences of It Being From Allah [swt]
Follow us we'll show you a straight path and show you some matters which will prove that the Quran is God's word: FIRST - Because it is the pinnacle of linguistic perfection. The Arabs [of Jahiliyyah] were not accustomed to its form. Their linguistic abilities were hindered by the fact that its expression was worded in the shortest of forms without loss of clear meaning [bayan]. SECOND - Its wonderful structure was unique when it comes to the beginning of verses, their termination, and the ... [Continue Reading]
Fiqh As Sunnah
Preface... "This book deals with the fiqh questions and provides supporting evidence to them form the clear Book (of Allah), the authentic sunnah of the Prophet, upon whom be peace, and what this ummah has agreed upon. In dealing with the subject, I have recorded what is basic, to the point, and what a muslim is supposed to know. I have kept myself away from controversial points except where differences re permissible. I have referred to the varing opinions among the scholars. I say with ... [Continue Reading]
What are the different names Allah [swt] gives to the Qur’an
Imam Suyuti has listed 55 names of the Qur’an given by the Qur’an itself. Amongst them are: 1. Al-Qur’an [that which is recited] 2. Al-Kitab [written down] 3. Kareem [most noble] 4. KalamAllah [speech of Allah] 5. Nur [ light in amidst a world of darkness] 6. Huda [guidance away from the path of misguidance] 7. Rahmah [mercy from Him] 8. Al-Furqan [Criterion to distinguish right from wrong – if you do not have you can do] 9. Shifa’ [cure for the diseases of the Heart like ... [Continue Reading]
The Miracle and Challenge of the Qur’an
"We shall show them Our signs on the horizons and within themselves until it will become clear to them that it is the Truth. Does it not suffice that your Lord is Witness over all things?" Qur'an:41:53. Muslims are taught that throughout the ages, Allah Almighty has sent a prophet to every nation as a warner and a bearer of glad tidings. "Verily! We have sent you (O Muhammad) with the Truth, a bearer of glad tidings and a warner; and there is not a nation but a warner has passed among ... [Continue Reading]
What is the Challenge of the Qur’an with Respect to Arabic Prose & Poetry?
The Qur'an in many places challenges the people to produce a surah like it. It appears that the Christian missionaries who call the challenge irrelevent or an utterly subjective criterion are pretty much unaware of how the Arabic poetry and prose compares with the Qur'an. This article is devoted to deal with one aspect of the Qur'anic challenge of produce a surah like it. What is meant by surah like it with respect to the Arabic prose and poetry? The verses of the Qur'an dealing with the ... [Continue Reading]