The Sacred Book Of Islam

1065 Words3 Pages
bulb-icon

Recommended: Background of the Qur'an

The word Qur'an literally means "reading or recitation." One directly experiences the Qur’anic revelation by reciting it. The origin of the Qur’an began with a revelation given to the Prophet Muhammad by Allah (God). More revelations continuously came throughout the course of Muhammad’s life to which all were written and compiled together to make the Qur’an. The book serves as an inspirational and religious guidance for Muslim followers as it speaks of doctrines and rules primarily conveying the Word of God. The Qur’an is the sacred book of Islam serving as a guide through practical, spiritual and religious development for Muslims around the world.
The start of the Qur’an began in the cave of Hira just outside of Mecca. Muhammad had been residing …show more content…

The shorter and more dramatic sura were revealed at Mecca while the longer and more legalistic sura were revealed at Median (can cite a scholarly one). It is arranged by length with the first sura being the longest and each following surah decreasing in length. It contains a few narratives, but the majority of them are important messages about Allah and the nature of humans. The most basic aspect of the Qur’an is the proof of Allah’s existence and his nature portrayed as powerful, tender and mystical (Gale 2). It is said that human nature should follow the Straight Path or divine law, leading them to reward (the straight path). Humans should honor the pact made between them and Allah, maintain trust in Allah and live by the rules of Allah. Stories of Abraham, Noah, Moses, Joseph, Jesus and others are mentioned in the Qur’an. However, some of the biblical stories differ from the Bible (the straight path). For example, the Muslims do not view Jesus as the son of God but as a great prophet like Muhammad.
The Qur’an began as a religious charter and constitution for Muslims that continues to serve as a source of inspiration and guide for followers (Gale 3). Additionally, the Qur’an has made a revolutionary impact through the cultural and intellectual activities of Muslims. …show more content…

Both books are essential in the daily lives of their believers because it teaches them how to live their lives fully and correctly, pleasing God. The Qur’an and Bible both carry out the essential themes of having the right relationship between God and human beings (Gale 3). Furthermore, they contain the principles and guides on living a perfectly spiritual life in order to reach the greatest joy of being with God in heaven. The Qur’an and Bible both consist of doctrines and laws that guides and set the rules for what is right and wrong in the choices we human beings

Show More
Related

  • Analysis of How Beliefs Influence Actions and How Actions Influences Belief Based on Islamic Theology

    1244 Words  | 3 Pages

    His book the Quran “is the starting point of Islamic theology and indeed in all things Islamic.”

    Read More

  • Gender Hierarchy In The Middle Ages Essay

    1208 Words  | 3 Pages

    Islamic beliefs were expressed in various primary texts during the Middle Ages, such as the Qur’an and the Hadith. The Qur’an and the Hadith are two Islamic texts that portray many examples of social and gender hierarchy that were present during this time. The Qur’an, to Muslims, contains the exact words of God. It is believed that the angel Gabriel spoke God’s words to Muhammad, who later recited them. The

    Read More

  • Islam: Its History, Sects, and Pillars

    2993 Words  | 6 Pages

    Rahman, Fazlur. Islam & Modernity: Transformation of an Intellectual Tradition. Chicago: U of Chicago, 1982. Print.

    Read More

  • Spread Of Islam Dbq Analysis

    1001 Words  | 3 Pages

    Because of Islam’s holy book, The Qur’an revolved a lot around the sacred language, Arabic, which was very beneficial for trade. Since the text in The Qur’an was in Arabic, it helped spread language, religion and culture when people traded it (Outside Source: Spread of Islam Background Reading Packet). This helped spread Islam because a lot of people read it, they may have thought of the same way and told themselves that they should become and adherent (Adherent: “Sticking to” or “ Having Faith in”) to Islam (Doc

    Read More

  • The Role of the Qur’an in Muslim Religion

    779 Words  | 2 Pages

    The Qur’an is believe to the ultimate source of God by many Muslim believers. It contains 114 suras for the believers as the core practices of the Islamic religion and Muslims throughout the world recites its verses (Chang, Lecture. 1/21/14). They believed the prophet of Allah was Muhammad, who received the words of Allah through Angel Gabriel, and was passed on with the Qur’an during Ramadan. Angel Gabriel one night came to Muhammad “in clear human form” (“Scripture and Tradition in Islam- The Qur’an and Hadith” 104), and gave the messages from Allah to him. From the establishment of the Qur’an, Muslims have viewed the book as the last revelation of their god Allah, and thus are the true words from God for their ways of life and in reaching Allah in their afterlife. The book also teaches “mankind’s responsibility assigned by God” (Gordon 115). Therefore, Muslims practices in ways to prove their devotion towards the new religion of Islam by being faithful, and performing religious practices.

    Read More

  • Comparing the Qur’an and the Torah

    6727 Words  | 14 Pages

    Contained in the many intricate and poetic Surahs of the Qur’an are retellings of a number of famous stories of the Hebrew Bible, known to Jews as the Torah, Prophets, and Writings. However, the Qur’an’s account of the lives of certain biblical characters often differs in significant ways from the Jewish version. While a believer in the divine nature of the Qur’an may claim that differences in facts stem from distortions of G-d’s message as recorded in Jewish holy books, both Muslims and non-Muslims might agree that the differences in emphasis are intentional. A more cynical observer might claim that the Qur’an changed the known Bible stories to suit its purposes. By choosing to include certain parts of a famous story and leaving out others, the story itself takes on a very different significance. Occasionally, the Qur’an will also discuss parts of the story which are entirely left out of the Torah, in which case a Muslim may claim the Torah did not deem those facts important for its own reasons. A cynical observer would claim the Qur’an made these additions to make its own message clearer.

    Read More

  • Is Islam a Violent Religion by Nature?

    981 Words  | 2 Pages

    Islam and the worship of Allah (god) began with Muhammad and his revelations that lasted for 23 years of his life from (610 C.E.- 623 C.E.). In the Islamic religion it is believed that he was the last prophet sent by Allah (god) and this made all his teachings into to Law and are looked at as the will of God. These messages were given to him through the archangel Gabriel, in a kind of continuation to the Jewish Torah and Christian Bible, which the Qur’an shares some similarities or past “history” with them such as the belief in Abraham and Jesus as a prophet, but in the eye’s of Mohammad the Jews and Christians had fallen astray from the real teaching of god.

    Read More

  • Different Views of Jesus Chrst

    1392 Words  | 3 Pages

    Saheeh International. The Qur’an: Arabic Text with Corresponding English Meaning. Jeddah: Abul-Qasim Publishing House, 1997. Print.

    Read More

  • Thomas W. Lippman's Understanding Islam

    1218 Words  | 3 Pages

    Understanding Islam gives a broad outline which could help to erase American misconceptions about this religion, and could be helpful in easing global racial tensions. The book is not top of the line scholarship about Islam; it is for the uninformed or otherwise unaware beginner. After reading this book the reader has a basic understanding of Islam, devoid of many American or western misconceptions. However, Lippman explains that the holy book is not spelled "Koran," but rather "Qur-an," though he uses the first spelling throughout the book (56). The real version is written in arabic, but I would have rather him used the more authentic spelling. In this way I see that this book was beneficial, but not the final word. It is a good book because it lays a positive foundation for Americans, and hopes to inspire them to continue their study of a fascinating religion.

    Read More

  • Differences Between the Story of Joseph in the Bible and Intricacies in Sura 12 of the Qur’an

    1171 Words  | 3 Pages

    The two stories follow the same general plot, but the different interpretations give varying underlying meanings, assumingly stemming from the differences in authorship. This difference in content is the major divide between the Qur’an and the Bible. Islamic believers claim that the Qur’an was divinely inspired and physically written by the prophet Muhammad in its entirety and the Bible contains many historical manipulations due to its varied authorship. Assuming the common belief in divine inspiration is true, the single author of the Qur’an would provide less room for error than the compilation style of the Bible. However, according to biblical tradition, the Torah was completed around 1500 BCE, and the Qur’an was written during the lifetime of Muhammad from 609 to 632 CE, meaning that the Qur’an was written many centuries after the events it chronicled and leave...

    Read More

  • Jahiliyya In The Pre-Islamic World

    1392 Words  | 3 Pages

    ...glecting the ideal way of life, Islam. One might ask, "How has the Qur'an reshaped the lives of the people?" The Qur'an ultimately brought peace to the people's hearts. It virtually put the people at ease. When a calamity would befall them, they immediately turned to Allah for assistance. They knew that the Almighty was the only One that could support them and provide them with the help that they genuinely need. They turned to Allah with sincere repentance, asking Him to forgive their sins and grant them from the people of Paradise. The Qur'an has unquestionably restructured the lives of the people for the better. The people took a sharp turn towards the preferred way of life.

    Read More

  • The Origins and Importance of the Quran

    1115 Words  | 3 Pages

    The Origins and Importance of the Quran The Quran is the Islamic Holy book. The word Quran means recitation and its verses are recited by Muslims throughout the world. The Quran was revealed to Prophet Muhammad in Ramadan, the holy month of the Islamic calendar, in the year 610CE. One night that came to be known as ‘The night of power’, when Prophet Muhammed was 40 years old, while meditating in his usual place, Cave Hira on Jabal-al-Nur ( mountain of light), he suddenly saw an angel appear before him. This angel was angel Jibr’eel (Gabriel).

    Read More

  • Importance Of The Quran Essay

    2458 Words  | 5 Pages

    Quran is the complete epitome of Islam which truly defines what the jest and central idea of the Islam what Islam offers and what it requires from its worshippers and what Allah offers in this and the hereafter. The greatest qualities which helps to gain Allah’s mercy and those which annoys him are mentioned in the Quran in detail. A lot of miracles bestowed upon the prophets of Allah have been mentioned in the Quran which only highlights the importance of the Quran. Our Holy Prophet S.A.W.W has been bestowed the miracle of the Quran which just highlights its beauty and power. The greatness of the Quran is even more prominent due to the fact that it hasn’t changed throughout the centuries. The Quran is also written in very clear and understanding

    Read More

  • The Issue Of Terrorism: Terrorism As A Controversial Issue

    1303 Words  | 3 Pages

    The Qur’an mainly reflects on their God Allah and their messenger Muhammad. It relays the rules and messages Allah wanted his people to follow. Similar to the Christian Bible, which many Americans follow, it is a way of life that relaxes many and gives a reason to believe in something bigger than yourself. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and their own beliefs. Although a majority of the Qur’an is used for prayers and beliefs of Allah, there are many signs of violence among it as well. In the beginning of each chapter in the Qur’an, the first line always reads: “In the name of God, the Gracious, the Merciful”, which is referring to Allah and how they praise him each time before reciting their prayer. Throughout the Qur’an we see how influential this figure is over this religion and how much respect and belief they have in Allah. From all of the forgiveness he gives them to believing in their religion God always rewards them when they follow his word. They will do what it takes for their Gods strength, love, forgiveness and

    Read More

  • The Importance Of Translation

    1370 Words  | 3 Pages

    Indeed, the most important text in the Islam is the Holy Quran. Muslims translators believe that they have to translate it in order to spread the massage. As well as, it will show how principles of Islamic faith reflect the word choices in the target language (Khosravi, Pourmohammadi, 2016, p.151). Religious translation has an important role in spreading holy texts' message. The importance of Religious translation is to guide people of different languages and cultures. Therefore, Holy Quran is the most difficult text that faced Arabic

    Read More

More about The Sacred Book Of Islam

Open Document