guided by unwavering faith and profound reverence, held the Book of God, the quran karim , in the highest esteem.
They recognized it as the divine revelation, a masterpiece of unparalleled eloquence and wisdom, far surpassing any human composition.
Their approach to the Quran was characterized by utmost respect and meticulous dedication, reflecting their deep understanding of its significance and transformative power.
With unwavering devotion
they recited the quran karim, savoring each word and pondering over its profound meanings. They delved into its verses, extracting guidance and inspiration for their lives.
The Quran’s beauty and wisdom captivated their hearts, prompting them to reflect on its wonders and marvel at its miraculous nature.
Their commitment to the Quran extended beyond mere recitation. They meticulously examined its verses, discerning the general and specific, the abrogated and non-abrogated, and identifying the signs of its divine authorship.
They served as ardent defenders of the Quran’s authenticity, refuting the distortions of extremists and the criticisms of skeptics.
The righteous predecessors never sought to impose their own interpretations or actions upon thequran karim. They understood that true comprehension and adherence to its teachings could only be achieved through careful study and unwavering dedication.
As Ibn Masoud eloquently stated, “If a man among us learned ten verses, he would not go beyond them until he knew their meanings and acted upon them.”
Similarly, Abu Abd al-Rahman al-Sulami recounted, “Those who used to recite us told us that if they knew ten verses, they would not leave them behind until they did what was in them, so we learned the Quran and the work together.”
The righteous predecessors set an exemplary model for approaching the Quran, demonstrating that true understanding and adherence to its teachings stem from a combination of reverence, study, and action.
Their legacy serves as a perpetual reminder of the profound impact the Quran can have on our lives when approached with the proper mindset and dedication. Their unwavering devotion to the Quran remains a beacon of inspiration for generations to come.
He to whom belongs the dominion of the heavens and the earth and who has not taken a son and has not had a partner in dominion and has created each thing and determined it with [precise] determination. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [2]
But they have taken besides Him gods which create nothing, while they are created, and possess not for themselves any harm or benefit and possess not [power to cause] death or life or resurrection. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [3]
And those who disbelieve say, "This [Qur'an] is not except a falsehood he invented, and another people assisted him in it." But they have committed an injustice and a lie. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [4]
And they say, "Legends of the former peoples which he has written down, and they are dictated to him morning and afternoon." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [5]
Say, [O Muhammad], "It has been revealed by He who knows [every] secret within the heavens and the earth. Indeed, He is ever Forgiving and Merciful." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [6]
And they say, "What is this messenger that eats food and walks in the markets? Why was there not sent down to him an angel so he would be with him a warner? Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [7]
Or [why is not] a treasure presented to him [from heaven], or does he [not] have a garden from which he eats?" And the wrongdoers say, "You follow not but a man affected by magic." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [8]
Blessed is He who, if He willed, could have made for you [something] better than that - gardens beneath which rivers flow - and could make for you palaces. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [10]
Say, "Is that better or the Garden of Eternity which is promised to the righteous? It will be for them a reward and destination. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [15]
For them therein is whatever they wish, [while] abiding eternally. It is ever upon your Lord a promise [worthy to be] requested. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [16]
And [mention] the Day He will gather them and that which they worship besides Allah and will say, "Did you mislead these, My servants, or did they [themselves] stray from the way?" Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [17]
They will say, "Exalted are You! It was not for us to take besides You any allies. But You provided comforts for them and their fathers until they forgot the message and became a people ruined." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [18]
So they will deny you, [disbelievers], in what you say, and you cannot avert [punishment] or [find] help. And whoever commits injustice among you - We will make him taste a great punishment. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [19]
And We did not send before you, [O Muhammad], any of the messengers except that they ate food and walked in the markets. And We have made some of you [people] as trial for others - will you have patience? And ever is your Lord, Seeing. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [20]
And those who do not expect the meeting with Us say, "Why were not angels sent down to us, or [why] do we [not] see our Lord?" They have certainly become arrogant within themselves and [become] insolent with great insolence. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [21]
The day they see the angels - no good tidings will there be that day for the criminals, and [the angels] will say, "Prevented and inaccessible." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [22]
And [mention] the Day when the heaven will split open with [emerging] clouds, and the angels will be sent down in successive descent. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [25]
And the Day the wrongdoer will bite on his hands [in regret] he will say, "Oh, I wish I had taken with the Messenger a way. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [27]
And thus have We made for every prophet an enemy from among the criminals. But sufficient is your Lord as a guide and a helper. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [31]
And those who disbelieve say, "Why was the Qur'an not revealed to him all at once?" Thus [it is] that We may strengthen thereby your heart. And We have spaced it distinctly. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [32]
And We said, "Go both of you to the people who have denied Our signs." Then We destroyed them with [complete] destruction. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [36]
And the people of Noah - when they denied the messengers, We drowned them, and We made them for mankind a sign. And We have prepared for the wrongdoers a painful punishment. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [37]
And they have already come upon the town which was showered with a rain of evil. So have they not seen it? But they are not expecting resurrection. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [40]
And when they see you, [O Muhammad], they take you not except in ridicule, [saying], "Is this the one whom Allah has sent as a messenger? Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [41]
He almost would have misled us from our gods had we not been steadfast in [worship of] them." But they are going to know, when they see the punishment, who is farthest astray in [his] way. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [42]
Or do you think that most of them hear or reason? They are not except like livestock. Rather, they are [even] more astray in [their] way. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [44]
Have you not considered your Lord - how He extends the shadow, and if He willed, He could have made it stationary? Then We made the sun for it an indication. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [45]
And it is He who has made the night for you as clothing and sleep [a means for] rest and has made the day a resurrection. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [47]
And We have certainly distributed it among them that they might be reminded, but most of the people refuse except disbelief. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [50]
And it is He who has released [simultaneously] the two seas, one fresh and sweet and one salty and bitter, and He placed between them a barrier and prohibiting partition. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [53]
And it is He who has created from water a human being and made him [a relative by] lineage and marriage. And ever is your Lord competent [concerning creation]. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [54]
But they worship rather than Allah that which does not benefit them or harm them, and the disbeliever is ever, against his Lord, an assistant [to Satan]. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [55]
And rely upon the Ever-Living who does not die, and exalt [Allah] with His praise. And sufficient is He to be, with the sins of His servants, Acquainted - Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [58]
He who created the heavens and the earth and what is between them in six days and then established Himself above the Throne - the Most Merciful, so ask about Him one well informed. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [59]
And when it is said to them, "Prostrate to the Most Merciful," they say, "And what is the Most Merciful? Should we prostrate to that which you order us?" And it increases them in aversion. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [60]
And the servants of the Most Merciful are those who walk upon the earth easily, and when the ignorant address them [harshly], they say [words of] peace, Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [63]
And [they are] those who, when they spend, do so not excessively or sparingly but are ever, between that, [justly] moderate Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [67]
And those who do not invoke with Allah another deity or kill the soul which Allah has forbidden [to be killed], except by right, and do not commit unlawful sexual intercourse. And whoever should do that will meet a penalty. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [68]
Except for those who repent, believe and do righteous work. For them Allah will replace their evil deeds with good. And ever is Allah Forgiving and Merciful. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [70]
And those who say, "Our Lord, grant us from among our wives and offspring comfort to our eyes and make us an example for the righteous." Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [74]
Those will be awarded the Chamber for what they patiently endured, and they will be received therein with greetings and [words of] peace. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [75]
Say, "What would my Lord care for you if not for your supplication?" For you [disbelievers] have denied, so your denial is going to be adherent. Al-Furqan (The Criterion ) [77]