The Quran is the central religious text of Islam, which Muslims believe to be the literal word of God (Allah) revealed to the Last Messenger of islam Prophet Muhammad صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ (S.A.W.) May Peace and Mercy of Allah Be Upon Him, over a 23-year period in the 7th century. It is considered a guide for all aspects of life, containing moral and spiritual guidance, divine laws, and a comprehensive religious philosophy. The text is organized into 114 chapters called surah, which are further divided into verses called ayah. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]
Key aspects of the Quran
- Revelation: Muslims believe the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel, beginning in 610 CE and ending with his death in 632 CE. [1, 2, 3]
- Structure: It is divided into 114 chapters (surah) and consists of individual verses (ayah). The chapters are arranged in descending length, with the exception of the first chapter, the Fatiha. [1, 5]
- Content: The Quran provides guidance on a wide range of subjects, including belief, worship, morality, law, and social conduct. Major themes include the oneness of God, the importance of the afterlife, and the guidance for a righteous life. [1, 4, 6, 7]
- Language: The original language of the Quran is Arabic, and millions of Muslims worldwide can recite it in its original form. The Quran has been translated into numerous languages. [1, 2, 4]
- Preservation: It is considered a perfect and unchangeable book, preserved through both memorization and written compilation, and is seen as a source of peace and guidance for Muslims. [1, 8]
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[2] https://study.com/academy/lesson/the-quran-and-the-hadith-islamic-revelation.html
[3] https://www.britannica.com/topic/Quran
[4] https://www.alislam.org/articles/about-holy-quran/
[5] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quran
[6] https://www.quora.com/What-is-Quran-in-Islam
[7] https://quran.com/nl/about-the-quran
[8] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NHbiOwWPM5g
