مقدمة في القرآن الكريم

Introduction to the Quran

• The Quran is the revelation of Allah to Prophet Muhammad, the final of the heavenly books.
• Allah finalized his revelations to humanity through the Quran.
• The Quran is the foundation of Islamic teachings, and distinctive in its comprehensiveness compared to other earlier revelations.
• The Quran is the final and miraculous revelation.
• The Quran has other names like Al-Kitaab, Az-Zikri, and Al-Furqan.

Names of the Quran

• Quran (القرآن): Scholars have different opinions on the root of the word "Quran". Some believe it's derived from the verb "qara'a" (to read/recite), while others believe it's a name that denotes the revealed word. The Quran itself supports the "qara'a" meaning.
• Book (الكتاب): Derived from the verb "kataba" (to write/collect). The book is a collection of written words.
• The Reminder (الذكر): Derived from the verb "azkara" (to remember/remind). This emphasizes the Quran's role in reminding people of Allah's guidance. The Quran contains reminders, warnings, and teachings.
• The Criterion (الفرقان): Derived from the verb "farraq" (to distinguish/discriminate). This highlights the Quran's role in distinguishing between right and wrong, truth and falsehood.

Scholarly Views on the Origin of the Word "Quran"

• Different scholars have different interpretations on whether the word "Quran" is a derived word or a name. There's debate about its specific etymological origins (e.g., whether from "qara'a" meaning to read, or "qarana" meaning to connect/arrange).

Additional Notes

• The different names for the Quran highlight different aspects of its nature and function. The Quran is meant to be read, memorized, and pondered upon.
• The Quran’s verses/chapters are intertwined to form a cohesive whole.
• All verses within the Quran complement one another without conflict.
• The Quran contains the essence of earlier revelations.

يستعرض هذا الاختبار مقدمة عن القرآن الكريم، بما في ذلك كيف تم نزوله على النبي محمد وأسماءه المختلفة. سيتعلم المشاركون كيف يشكل القرآن أساس التعاليم الإسلامية وكيف يبرز كآخر الكتب السماوية.