The Noble Quran

What is the Quran?

The most conventional answer is that the Quran is a book, but it is not like most books. It is made up of words which contain truth and guidance for every human being, and Muslims believe that these are words revealed directly by God, in the Arabic language, to the last of His prophets and messengers, Muhammad (peace be upon him).

The Quran is the final revealed message which complements and completes earlier revealed scriptures, just as the Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him) taught the same essential message as the many prophets before him, including Adam, Noah, Moses, David, Abraham, and Jesus (peace be upon them all). The Quran clarifies what humanity needs to know from now until the Day of Judgment, and it will remain preserved from loss and distortion which affected previous scriptures in various ways. In surah 38 ayah 29 it says, "˹This is˺ a blessed Book which We have revealed to you ˹O Prophet˺ so that they may contemplate its verses, and people of reason may be mindful."

What are some major themes in the Quran?

• The Oneness of God: Emphasizing the belief in the monotheistic nature of God.
• The importance of worship and obedience to God: Stressing the significance of devotion and submission to the divine.
• The existence of an Afterlife and the Day of Judgment: Discussing the concept of life after death and accountability for one's actions.
• The guidance and wisdom for leading a righteous and moral life: Providing principles and teachings for ethical conduct and righteous living.
• The creation of the universe and all living things: Exploring the origins of the universe and life itself as manifestations of divine creation.
• The role of prophets and revelation in guiding humanity: Acknowledging the role of prophets and divine revelations in guiding humanity towards the truth.
• The consequences of good and evil actions: Highlighting the outcomes of virtuous deeds versus sinful actions.
• The significance of social justice and fairness: Advocating for equity, fairness, and compassion in social interactions and societal structures.

These themes are intricately woven throughout the Quran, serving as a comprehensive guide for believers on how to navigate life in alignment with the divine will.