Questions Archive(Thematic Category:قرآن)
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Exactly how much time has passed from the immediate and gradual revelation of the Holy Quran?
13722 2010/05/20 Quranic StudiesThe immediate revelation of the Holy Quran upon the blessed heart of the Holy Prophet ( s ) happened on the Night of Qadr ( one of the nights of the Holy Month of Ramadhan ) . By referring to some of
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What is the difference between an interpretation based on opinion and an interpretation which is based on intellectual thinking (specifically an authentic singular report).
7723 2010/05/20 ExegesisThe relationship between certain sciences and the Holy Quran is in such a way that without those sciences it is not possible to interpret and analyze the verses of the Holy Quran. For example the scie
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Can the Night of Destiny (Leilatul-Qadr) be more than one night? Can we consider the Day of Destiny as a part of the Night of Destiny?
14579 2010/04/08 ExegesisThe Night of Destiny ( Leilatul-Qadr ) is an important and blessed night which is, according to the Holy Quran located in the month of Ramadan.About this question there are several probabilities:1-
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Knowing that the Quran is a clear book, what are the conditions/prerequisites of comprehending it?
11383 2010/04/08 ExegesisThe Quran is the Prophet s miracle for all times and can not be compared to common books. Although the Quran is clear, explains matters and has conveyed the meanings through simple words as delicately
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What is meant by Sidratul-Muntaha that the Quran has mentioned?
107099 2010/04/07 ExegesisThis question doesn’t have a brief answer. Please click on the detailed answer.
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What is the definition of "Muslim" according to the Quran?
90085 2010/04/06 ExegesisAccording to the Quran a Muslim is one who has absolutely surrendered to Allah and his commands and believes in pure Tawhid ( the oneness of God ) that isn t tainted with any Shirk and this is why the
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Is it mentioned in the Quran that white people are better than yellow, red, brown and black colored races?
36766 2010/02/09 ExegesisThe verse mentioned above does not say that white people are better than other races, actually it has nothing to do with the abovementioned issue, the words used in the verse may seem to relate to rac
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1-How is it possible for fruit and food to come to Lady Maryam from heaven? 2- Is it possible for residents of heaven to return to this world?
15700 2010/02/09 ExegesisConsidering the clues and evidence in Quranic verses and hadiths, Lady Marayam’s food would come straight from Allah ( swt ) and heaven without the mediation of any material thing or person from this
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What is Imam Ali’s perspective in respect to the Quran?
8687 2010/01/21 ExegesisIn the eyes of Imam Ali ( as ) , the Quran holds a tremendous position. Some of the qualities he has attributed to this divine book have been collected in Nahjul Balaghah. A brief list of the qualitie
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Why is the Quran divided into verses? Are there chapters of the Quran that have been revealed in whole and at one time to the Prophet (pbuh)?
15541 2010/01/21 ExegesisThe Quran has been revealed in two ways. The first was in the form of the revelation of entire chapters all at once ( daf’i/دفعی ) , and the other was gradual revelations of verses. Several reasons ha
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Why is a salawat without the end part of “آل محمد” considered an incomplete one?
12368 2009/12/28 ExegesisNot only isn t adding the household of the prophet ( pbuh ) to the end of the salawat bid’ah, but it is in total accordance with what the Quran, hadiths, the mind and irfan tell us, the reason being:1
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Is man Khalifatullah or Khalifatul-Rabb?
12640 2009/12/28 ExegesisSince in verse 31 of surah Baqarah, the Quran tells us that the reason why man was chosen to be Allah’s ( swt ) vicegerent was his knowledge of ‘the divine names’ and goes on to say: “علم ادم الاسما ک
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Which animals and insects have been named in the Quran?
60441 2009/12/16 ExegesisApproximately 35 animals have been named in the Quran; the birds and insects of which are:Salwa ( سلوی ) =The quail ( Baqarah:57 ) , Ba’uth ( بعوض ) =Mosquito ( Baqarah:26 ) , Dhubab ( ذباب ) =Fly ( H
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How do Quranic commentators interpret and explain the word "و اضربوهن" (and hit them)?
11320 2009/11/25 ExegesisIn Islamic teachings women are considered to have a very high status and have been praised in hadiths by the Holy Prophet and his household. In some hadiths women have been considered a source of ble
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Which surah is Surah Bani Israel?
16199 2009/11/25 Quranic StudiesThe seventeenth surah of the Quran, is Surah Bani Israel which contains 111 verses. This surah is also known as surah ‘Isra’ and ‘Subhan’. The reason for naming this surah ‘Bani Israel’ is because in
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Please explain the concept of Hurul ‘In and if they relate to women as well.
22270 2009/11/24 ExegesisOne of the blessings that Allah ( swt ) grants to people who do good deeds and have faith in Him is paradise and the bliss and blessings therein. For entering into heaven there isn’t any difference be
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What do the separate letters (Huruf Muqatta’ah) in the Quran mean?
24138 2009/10/22 Quranic StudiesThe ‘Huruf Muqatta’ah’ are the separate letters located in the beginning of some surahs of the Quran that have no independent meaning. There are different viewpoints regarding these letters; the best
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Is the term "Bridge of Sirat" mentioned in the Quran?
30523 2009/10/22 Quranic StudiesAlthough the term the Bridge of Sirat hasn’t been used in the Quran, it has been mentioned in hadiths and traditions. For example Imam Sadiq ( as ) has mentioned this term while explaining the word mi
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Which verses of the Quran are the verses of “Sukhrah”?
13914 2009/10/22 ExegesisThe term Verses of Sukhrah or Verses of Taskhir refer to verses 54 to 56 of surah A’raf, which hadiths have spoken about the benefits of their recitation.
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What are the “Arsh” and “Kursiyy”?
17179 2009/08/15 ExegesisWith help from other Quranic verses and traditions of the imams, commentators of the Quran have presented several possible meanings for these terms. Some say the two are metaphorically referring to th
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What is the scientific reasoning behind the splitting of the moon?
18200 2009/06/22 ExegesisConsidering the research and discoveries of space scientists, the answer to your question isn t very hard, because discoveries today tell us that not only isn t such a phenomenon possible, but it also
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Were ancient cavemen also descendants of Prophet Adam (pbuh)?
31449 2009/06/22 ExegesisAdopting caves as homes by the descendants of Prophet Adam ( pbuh ) is something the Quran confirms. Yet, since there is substantial evidence that there have also been people before him and we are sur
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How do people undergo metamorphosis, and are animals today people who have gone through metamorphosis in the past?
14277 2009/06/22 ExegesisIn Arabic, Maskh means for something to change form to an uglier one. In the Quran and Islamic tradition, this term refers to a specific divine punishment which was sent upon the wrongdoers and wrongd
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Are there any Sunni sources that have spoken of the alteration of the Quran?
10874 2009/04/20 Quranic StudiesMany hadiths can be found in Sunni references [ some of those references being the Sihah Sittah, which are the most authentic books of the Sunni school of thought ] that say some verses of the Quran h
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If the Quran is to be protected, then why do some Quranic interpreters believe in its alteration?
6500 2009/04/06 ExegesisContinue...
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Has the Quran mentioned anything about Khidhr?
12200 2008/09/03 Quranic StudiesThe Quran hasn’t clearly mentioned the name of Khidhr, yet he has been referred to as “One of Our servants whom We had granted a grace from Ourselves, and taught him a knowledge from Our own” [ i ] (
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What are the characteristics of a true qari (one who recites the Quran) according to Imam Sadiq (as)?
17005 2008/08/18 Quranic StudiesImam Sadiq ( as ) has stated some traits and characteristics for those who want to be qaris ( experts in the field of recitation ) of the Holy Quran. Some of these characteristics are as follows: Acce
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Please count four of the Prophet’s miracles that have been mentioned in the Quran.
11856 2008/07/22 ExegesisAn act that prophets do to prove their prophethood that normal individuals aren’t capable of doing is called a “miracle”.The Holy Quran is the greatest miracle of Prophet Muhammad ( pbuh ) . In the Qu
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How can the Quran, whose verses contradict one another, be a book of guidance for all of mankind in all ages and throughout time?
12922 2008/07/13 Quranic StudiesAs the Quran itself attests, it is a universal book “a reminder to all worlds” for all people in all times and places “a warner to all mankind”.Its verses, which have been revealed by Allah, are and w
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Does Islam consider prostrating in respect permissible?
13596 2008/07/02 ExegesisAccording to Islam and the Shia school of thought, prostration is the most complete and beautiful form of worship which solely belongs to Allah ( swt ) and no other has the right to be prostrated to.A
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What is the meaning of “the seven heavens” that have been mentioned in the Quran?
15483 2008/06/17 ExegesisConsidering the questions that science still has regarding space and the galaxies, one cannot reach a definite conclusion on what is exactly meant by “the seven heavens”. Nevertheless, some viewpoint
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In the Quran’s viewpoint, is man an ignorant and unjust creature or is he khalifatullah (God’s vicegerent)?
9749 2008/06/17 Exegesis1. The Holy Quran praises man ( mankind ) in many ways, while, on the other hand, scolding and reproaching him in various verses.2. Because of man s high potentials, he is able to reach and ascend to
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Is the following hadith correct: This verse was added to Surah Inshirah: “And we made Ali (a.s.) your son-in-law.”?
9903 2008/05/14 ExegesisNo hadith with such meaning was found, although there are some hadiths about the last two verses of Surah Inshirah, فاذا فرغت فانصب والی ربک فارغب that have been mentioned in hadithic-tafsir books ( b
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Why hasn’t Imam Ali (a.s.) been mentioned in the Holy Quran?
88549 2008/05/11 ExegesisOne should be aware that although the imam’s names, ) especially Imam Ali’s ( , haven’t been mentioned in the Quran, nevertheless, their names, ) especially Imam Ali’s ( , can be found in the Prophet’
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What is Islam’s view on dinosaurs?
27668 2007/02/26 ExegesisThe Quran is a book of guidance and everything which supports this goal [ of guidance ] has been mentioned in this Holy Book. The method used in expressing matters is: focusing on the gene
