Questions Archive(Thematic Category:تفسیر)
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What is meant by the Makr of Allah that has been mentioned in the Quran?
20057 2011/04/20 Exegesis“Makr” means to devise for good or evil and this is why it is described by the word “السیئ” ( bad/evil ) in the Quran.Allah’s Makr: The many verses that attribute “Makr” to Allah refer to his supreme
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Why weren't the Holy Prophet's wives called Ummul Muslimeen instead of Ummul Momineen?
11257 2011/02/08 ExegesisThe title Ummul Momineen ( Mother of the Believers ) is derived from the sixth verse of Chapter al-Ahzab of the Quran. In view of the contexts surrounding the verse, it can be said that the word Momin
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When did the epithet of "Ummul Momineen" come into being?
13029 2011/02/08 ExegesisThe title Mother of the Believers ( Ummul Momineen ) was first used in the time of the Holy Prophet ( pbuh ) following the revelation of the sixth verse of Chapter al-Ahzab concerning the Prophet s wi
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Why was a verse revealed telling Muslims that the married women they captured were halal for them?
6908 2010/11/22 ExegesisThis question doesn’t have a brief answer. Please click on the detailed answer.
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What is the meaning of ‘Book’ and what are the differences about the ‘Book’ in sura Baqarah, verse 176?
7122 2010/09/06 ExegesisIn the meaning of ‘Book’ in this noble verse, ذلک بان ٱلله نزل ٱلکتب بٱلحق وان ٱلذین ٱختلفوا فى ٱلکتب لفى شقاق بعید “That is so because Allah has sent down the Book with the truth, and those who diffe
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What is the essence of the Ruh (Soul/Spirit) and why doesn’t the Quran explain much about it?
25738 2010/09/05 ExegesisThe term Ruh has different meanings in different fields of science, referring to a different meaning in each one. In the Quran, this term also has its own special meaning and has been mentioned in dif
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Why hasn’t the Quran suggested temporary marriage for those who can't afford to practice permanent marriage?
8426 2010/08/22 ExegesisQuranic verses must be interpreted and explained next to each other and as a whole, because some verses explain others. In this verse, continence has been proposed to those who can t afford neither te
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Can God bring into existence a stone so large that he himself is not able to lift?
11227 2010/08/01 QuranOne of the attributes of God is his unlimited and boundless power and omnipotence. This question has been asked and answered in fields such as philosophy and scholastic theology. It has also been expl
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What is the difference between an interpretation based on opinion and an interpretation which is based on intellectual thinking (specifically an authentic singular report).
7447 2010/05/20 ExegesisThe relationship between certain sciences and the Holy Quran is in such a way that without those sciences it is not possible to interpret and analyze the verses of the Holy Quran. For example the scie
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Can the Night of Destiny (Leilatul-Qadr) be more than one night? Can we consider the Day of Destiny as a part of the Night of Destiny?
14181 2010/04/08 ExegesisThe Night of Destiny ( Leilatul-Qadr ) is an important and blessed night which is, according to the Holy Quran located in the month of Ramadan.About this question there are several probabilities:1-
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Knowing that the Quran is a clear book, what are the conditions/prerequisites of comprehending it?
11124 2010/04/08 ExegesisThe Quran is the Prophet s miracle for all times and can not be compared to common books. Although the Quran is clear, explains matters and has conveyed the meanings through simple words as delicately
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What is meant by Sidratul-Muntaha that the Quran has mentioned?
105343 2010/04/07 ExegesisThis question doesn’t have a brief answer. Please click on the detailed answer.
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What is the definition of "Muslim" according to the Quran?
89128 2010/04/06 ExegesisAccording to the Quran a Muslim is one who has absolutely surrendered to Allah and his commands and believes in pure Tawhid ( the oneness of God ) that isn t tainted with any Shirk and this is why the
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Is it mentioned in the Quran that white people are better than yellow, red, brown and black colored races?
36034 2010/02/09 ExegesisThe verse mentioned above does not say that white people are better than other races, actually it has nothing to do with the abovementioned issue, the words used in the verse may seem to relate to rac
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1-How is it possible for fruit and food to come to Lady Maryam from heaven? 2- Is it possible for residents of heaven to return to this world?
15155 2010/02/09 ExegesisConsidering the clues and evidence in Quranic verses and hadiths, Lady Marayam’s food would come straight from Allah ( swt ) and heaven without the mediation of any material thing or person from this
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What is Imam Ali’s perspective in respect to the Quran?
8440 2010/01/21 ExegesisIn the eyes of Imam Ali ( as ) , the Quran holds a tremendous position. Some of the qualities he has attributed to this divine book have been collected in Nahjul Balaghah. A brief list of the qualitie
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Why is the Quran divided into verses? Are there chapters of the Quran that have been revealed in whole and at one time to the Prophet (pbuh)?
15043 2010/01/21 ExegesisThe Quran has been revealed in two ways. The first was in the form of the revelation of entire chapters all at once ( daf’i/دفعی ) , and the other was gradual revelations of verses. Several reasons ha
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Why is a salawat without the end part of “آل محمد” considered an incomplete one?
11925 2009/12/28 ExegesisNot only isn t adding the household of the prophet ( pbuh ) to the end of the salawat bid’ah, but it is in total accordance with what the Quran, hadiths, the mind and irfan tell us, the reason being:1
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Is man Khalifatullah or Khalifatul-Rabb?
12383 2009/12/28 ExegesisSince in verse 31 of surah Baqarah, the Quran tells us that the reason why man was chosen to be Allah’s ( swt ) vicegerent was his knowledge of ‘the divine names’ and goes on to say: “علم ادم الاسما ک
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Which animals and insects have been named in the Quran?
60038 2009/12/16 ExegesisApproximately 35 animals have been named in the Quran; the birds and insects of which are:Salwa ( سلوی ) =The quail ( Baqarah:57 ) , Ba’uth ( بعوض ) =Mosquito ( Baqarah:26 ) , Dhubab ( ذباب ) =Fly ( H
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How do Quranic commentators interpret and explain the word "و اضربوهن" (and hit them)?
10969 2009/11/25 ExegesisIn Islamic teachings women are considered to have a very high status and have been praised in hadiths by the Holy Prophet and his household. In some hadiths women have been considered a source of ble
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Please explain the concept of Hurul ‘In and if they relate to women as well.
21587 2009/11/24 ExegesisOne of the blessings that Allah ( swt ) grants to people who do good deeds and have faith in Him is paradise and the bliss and blessings therein. For entering into heaven there isn’t any difference be
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Which verses of the Quran are the verses of “Sukhrah”?
13509 2009/10/22 ExegesisThe term Verses of Sukhrah or Verses of Taskhir refer to verses 54 to 56 of surah A’raf, which hadiths have spoken about the benefits of their recitation.
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What are the “Arsh” and “Kursiyy”?
16409 2009/08/15 ExegesisWith help from other Quranic verses and traditions of the imams, commentators of the Quran have presented several possible meanings for these terms. Some say the two are metaphorically referring to th
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What is the scientific reasoning behind the splitting of the moon?
17515 2009/06/22 ExegesisConsidering the research and discoveries of space scientists, the answer to your question isn t very hard, because discoveries today tell us that not only isn t such a phenomenon possible, but it also
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Were ancient cavemen also descendants of Prophet Adam (pbuh)?
30574 2009/06/22 ExegesisAdopting caves as homes by the descendants of Prophet Adam ( pbuh ) is something the Quran confirms. Yet, since there is substantial evidence that there have also been people before him and we are sur
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How do people undergo metamorphosis, and are animals today people who have gone through metamorphosis in the past?
13914 2009/06/22 ExegesisIn Arabic, Maskh means for something to change form to an uglier one. In the Quran and Islamic tradition, this term refers to a specific divine punishment which was sent upon the wrongdoers and wrongd
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If the Quran is to be protected, then why do some Quranic interpreters believe in its alteration?
6310 2009/04/06 ExegesisContinue...
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Please count four of the Prophet’s miracles that have been mentioned in the Quran.
11587 2008/07/22 ExegesisAn act that prophets do to prove their prophethood that normal individuals aren’t capable of doing is called a “miracle”.The Holy Quran is the greatest miracle of Prophet Muhammad ( pbuh ) . In the Qu
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Does Islam consider prostrating in respect permissible?
13221 2008/07/02 ExegesisAccording to Islam and the Shia school of thought, prostration is the most complete and beautiful form of worship which solely belongs to Allah ( swt ) and no other has the right to be prostrated to.A
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What is the meaning of “the seven heavens” that have been mentioned in the Quran?
15113 2008/06/17 ExegesisConsidering the questions that science still has regarding space and the galaxies, one cannot reach a definite conclusion on what is exactly meant by “the seven heavens”. Nevertheless, some viewpoint
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In the Quran’s viewpoint, is man an ignorant and unjust creature or is he khalifatullah (God’s vicegerent)?
9379 2008/06/17 Exegesis1. The Holy Quran praises man ( mankind ) in many ways, while, on the other hand, scolding and reproaching him in various verses.2. Because of man s high potentials, he is able to reach and ascend to
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Is the following hadith correct: This verse was added to Surah Inshirah: “And we made Ali (a.s.) your son-in-law.”?
9565 2008/05/14 ExegesisNo hadith with such meaning was found, although there are some hadiths about the last two verses of Surah Inshirah, فاذا فرغت فانصب والی ربک فارغب that have been mentioned in hadithic-tafsir books ( b
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Why hasn’t Imam Ali (a.s.) been mentioned in the Holy Quran?
87800 2008/05/11 ExegesisOne should be aware that although the imam’s names, ) especially Imam Ali’s ( , haven’t been mentioned in the Quran, nevertheless, their names, ) especially Imam Ali’s ( , can be found in the Prophet’
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What is Islam’s view on dinosaurs?
27201 2007/02/26 ExegesisThe Quran is a book of guidance and everything which supports this goal [ of guidance ] has been mentioned in this Holy Book. The method used in expressing matters is: focusing on the gene
