By Dr. Norlain Dindang Mababaya

VII. Allâh Tells Us to Read, Understand, Study, Recite, Listen, Remember and Follow His Book

The Qur’ân is unique.  You can not compare it to any book that claims to be “the Word of God” or “inspired.” Allâh’s Book is full of wisdom and guidance. Part of Allâh’s universal guidance is that He instructs all mankind to read, understand, study, recite, listen, remember and follow His Book.  Allâh tells us:

Read you, therefore, of the Qur’ân as much as may be easy (for you). He knows that there may be (some) among you in ill health; others traveling through the land, seeking of Allâh’s bounty; yet others fighting in Allâh’s Cause. Read, therefore, as much of the Qur’ân as may be easy (for you); and establish regular Prayer and give Zakât (charity) and loan to Allâh a Beautiful Loan. And whatever good you send forth for your souls, you shall find it in Allâh's Presence. Yeah, better and greater, in Reward... (73:20)

“We have revealed for you (O mankind!) a book which will give you eminence. Will you not then understand?” (21:10)

 “Do they not then earnestly seek to understand the Qur’ân or their hearts locked up by them?” (47: 24)

 “And We have indeed made the Qur’ân easy to understand and remember Then is there any that will receive admonition?” (54:17, 22, 32, 40)

 “Those to whom We have given the Book study it as it should be studied. They are the ones that believe therein. Those who reject faith therein ¾ the loss is their own.” (2:121)

“Recite what is sent of the Book by inspiration to you, and establish regular Prayer, for Prayer restrains from shameful and evil deeds; and remembrance of Allâh is the greatest (thing in life) without doubt. And Allâh knows the (deeds) that you do.” (29:45)

 “…and recite the Qur’ân in slow, measured rhythmic tones.” (73:4)

 “When the Qur’ân is read, listen to it with attention, and hold your peace that you may receive Mercy.” (7:204)

“By no means (should it be so)! For it is indeed a Message of remembrance. Therefore, let who so will, keep it in remembrance. It is in Books held (greatly) in honor, exalted (in dignity), kept pure and holy.” (80:11-14)

The Qur’ân should be read and understood for guidance. If you are among those who have not you read it, then do so. Compare it to any book that claims to be “the Word of God.” If you seek nothing but the truth, if you seek solely for divine guidance then, you will find that the Qur’ân is the ultimate answer. You must follow it to be truly righteous and receive Allâh’s mercy. Indeed, those who follow it receive divine guidance. Allâh tells us:

 “And this is a Book which We have revealed as a blessing, so follow it and be righteous, that you may receive mercy.” (6:155)

 “Those who listen to the Word, and follow the best of it, those are the ones who Allâh has guided, and those are the ones endued with understanding.” (39:18)

[Home][Oneness of Allah][Islam][Muhammad][Qur'an & Sunnah][Knowledge] [Da'wah][Ideal Muslims][Public Speaking][Links][WISDOM]
The Divine Message for All Mankind
[Islamic CDs for Sale] [Download E-Books]