Topic > the Quran - 1892

IntroductionThe Quran is the final testament of a series of divine revelations from God. It consists of the unaltered and direct words of Allah, which were revealed to Muhammad SAW, the last prophet of Islam, through the Angel Gabriel more than 1400 years ago. The first revelation of what would become the Quran was received in the year 610. It is stated that Muhammad SAW was confronted by the Angel Gabriel while in a cave on Mount Hira in Mecca. The angel commanded him to recite what are the first revealed words of the Koran. From then on Muhammad SAW continued to receive divine messages, verse after verse, until his death in 632. The Quran is considered the mentor of millions of Muslims as it shapes their daily lives, anchoring them to a unique system of laws and inspires them with its guiding principles. Written in Arabic, the Quran did more than just move crowds to tears and consciousness. For more than fourteen hundred years, he has illuminated the lives of Muslims with his uncompromising message of monotheism, social justice, righteous living, individual responsibility and human dignity. As a result, it has been the most important force in guiding every aspect of life for millions of people. . Indeed, the Quran is the foundation on which Islamic civilization was built. The Origin of the Quran The Revelation The first revelation came to Mohammad SAW when he was 40 years old and in the midst of his retreat in the Hira Cave for the past ten years. days of the month of Ramadan. According to the Hadith, the angel Gabriel appeared before Muhammad and said to him: "Iqra" (meaning reading or reciting). Perplexed, Mohammad SAW replied that he could not recite/read or did not know what to recite/read because he was illiterate. After... half the paper... (pbuh) exactly, word for word. Muslims believe that when the prophet received the revelations, he recited them exactly and then the words were immediately and accurately recorded by his companions.4. The Quran has never been changed. Muslims read the Quran in the original Arabic to make sure their knowledge is correct. Many Muslim scholars believe that the Quran should never be translated into other languages ​​due to the risk of errors.5. Muslims also accept the authority of the Quran because it helps them understand the qualities and nature of Allah and shows them how to follow His straight path. Furthermore, the Quran provides a framework for belief in Allah and can give inner peace to those who choose to follow the teachings. It encourages believers to lead a good life and offers support and help in times of need and difficulty.