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Exactly how much time has passed from the immediate and gradual revelation of the Holy Quran?

13782 2010/05/20 Quranic Studies

The 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

What is the difference between an interpretation based on opinion and an interpretation which is based on intellectual thinking (specifically an authentic singular report).

7755 2010/05/20 Exegesis

The 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

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?

14628 2010/04/08 Exegesis

The 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-

Knowing that the Quran is a clear book, what are the conditions/prerequisites of comprehending it?

11409 2010/04/08 Exegesis

The 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

What is meant by Sidratul-Muntaha that the Quran has mentioned?

107347 2010/04/07 Exegesis

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What is the definition of "Muslim" according to the Quran?

90202 2010/04/06 Exegesis

According 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

Is it mentioned in the Quran that white people are better than yellow, red, brown and black colored races?

36850 2010/02/09 Exegesis

The 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

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?

15765 2010/02/09 Exegesis

Considering 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

What is Imam Ali’s perspective in respect to the Quran?

8704 2010/01/21 Exegesis

In 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

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)?

15615 2010/01/21 Exegesis

The 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

Why is a salawat without the end part of “آل محمد” considered an incomplete one?

12433 2009/12/28 Exegesis

Not 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

Is man Khalifatullah or Khalifatul-Rabb?

12678 2009/12/28 Exegesis

Since 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

Which animals and insects have been named in the Quran?

60478 2009/12/16 Exegesis

Approximately 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

How do Quranic commentators interpret and explain the word "و اضربوهن" (and hit them)?

11351 2009/11/25 Exegesis

In 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

Which surah is Surah Bani Israel?

16269 2009/11/25 Quranic Studies

The 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

Please explain the concept of Hurul ‘In and if they relate to women as well.

22336 2009/11/24 Exegesis

One 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

What do the separate letters (Huruf Muqatta’ah) in the Quran mean?

24203 2009/10/22 Quranic Studies

The ‘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

Is the term "Bridge of Sirat" mentioned in the Quran?

30631 2009/10/22 Quranic Studies

Although 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

Which verses of the Quran are the verses of “Sukhrah”?

13954 2009/10/22 Exegesis

The 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.

What are the “Arsh” and “Kursiyy”?

17265 2009/08/15 Exegesis

With 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

What is the scientific reasoning behind the splitting of the moon?

18270 2009/06/22 Exegesis

Considering 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

Were ancient cavemen also descendants of Prophet Adam (pbuh)?

31548 2009/06/22 Exegesis

Adopting 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

How do people undergo metamorphosis, and are animals today people who have gone through metamorphosis in the past?

14305 2009/06/22 Exegesis

In 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

Are there any Sunni sources that have spoken of the alteration of the Quran?

10924 2009/04/20 Quranic Studies

Many 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

If the Quran is to be protected, then why do some Quranic interpreters believe in its alteration?

6517 2009/04/06 Exegesis

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Has the Quran mentioned anything about Khidhr?

12276 2008/09/03 Quranic Studies

The 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 ] (

What are the characteristics of a true qari (one who recites the Quran) according to Imam Sadiq (as)?

17042 2008/08/18 Quranic Studies

Imam 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

Please count four of the Prophet’s miracles that have been mentioned in the Quran.

11878 2008/07/22 Exegesis

An 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

How can the Quran, whose verses contradict one another, be a book of guidance for all of mankind in all ages and throughout time?

12978 2008/07/13 Quranic Studies

As 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

Does Islam consider prostrating in respect permissible?

13651 2008/07/02 Exegesis

According 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

What is the meaning of “the seven heavens” that have been mentioned in the Quran?

15536 2008/06/17 Exegesis

Considering 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

In the Quran’s viewpoint, is man an ignorant and unjust creature or is he khalifatullah (God’s vicegerent)?

9786 2008/06/17 Exegesis

1. 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

Is the following hadith correct: This verse was added to Surah Inshirah: “And we made Ali (a.s.) your son-in-law.”?

9946 2008/05/14 Exegesis

No 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

Why hasn’t Imam Ali (a.s.) been mentioned in the Holy Quran?

88643 2008/05/11 Exegesis

One 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’

What is Islam’s view on dinosaurs?

27701 2007/02/26 Exegesis

The 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

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