The Quran states that the punishment for fornication is one hundred lashes. [24:2] The adulteress and the adulterer you shall whip each of them a hundred lashes. Do not be swayed by pity from carrying out GOD's law, if you truly believe in GOD and the Last Day. And let a group of believers witness their … Continue reading Punishment for Adultery (Quran vs. Hadith)
Three Reasons Behind Omitted Details in Quran
In the Quran, when a subject is introduced without explicit elaboration, it can be attributed to one of three underlying reasons: Insignificant: The missing details may not hold significant importance within the context. Requires Exploring: It may necessitate deeper exploration and contemplation to unveil its full meaning. Expected Prior Knowledge: The Quran may assume that … Continue reading Three Reasons Behind Omitted Details in Quran
Refuting The Typical Arguments Against Quran Alone
Obey God and His Messenger = Obey Hadith Probably the most typical argument against following the Quran alone is the argument that when the Quran says to "obey God and His messenger," this means we have to uphold the Hadith. The fallacy in this argument is that the traditionalists who make this argument are presupposing … Continue reading Refuting The Typical Arguments Against Quran Alone
Fallibility of the Companions (Sahahba)
A common belief among many traditionalists is that the companions (sahaba) were among the most righteous and, therefore, should be considered absolutely trustworthy in their testimonies. Much of this understanding comes from the following Hadith. Narrated `Abdullah: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "The best people are those of my generation, and then those who will come … Continue reading Fallibility of the Companions (Sahahba)
The Sweat of Muhammad’s Light
In a sermon given by Dr. Rashad Khalifa in November 1987 at ~53-min mark, he reads from an excerpt from a book entitled "Daqoiqul Akhbar" ( دقائق الأخبار ) to demonstrate the flagrant idol worship of the prophet that is carried out in the Muslim world. The word "Daqaiqu" means "details" or "subtleties," while "Akhbar" … Continue reading The Sweat of Muhammad’s Light
The Names of Muhammad
The website Quran Focus has an article titled, The 99 Names of Muhammad. The article states, "According to the Arabs, the more names someone has, the more noble he is." So what are we to make of the fact that they associate 99 names with Allah as well as 99 names with Muhammad. What else … Continue reading The Names of Muhammad
Abraham on the Day of Resurrection According to Hadith
According to Sahih Bukhari 3350, the following will happen to Abraham on the Day of Resurrection. Narrated Abu Huraira: The Prophet (ﷺ) said, "On the Day of Resurrection, Abraham will meet his father Azar whose face will be dark and covered with dust. (The Prophet (ﷺ) Abraham will say to him): 'Didn't I tell you … Continue reading Abraham on the Day of Resurrection According to Hadith
NuN Counts
The Quranic Initials constitute a significant portion of the Quran's 19-based mathematical miracle. These fourteen sets of initials prefix 29 chapters of the Quran. No. Sura No.Sura TitleQuranic Initials1.2The HeiferA.L.M.2.3The AmramitesA.L.M.3.7The PurgatoryA.L.M.S.4.10JonahA.L.R.5.11HûdA.L.R.6.12JosephA.L.R.7.13ThunderA.L.M.R.8.14AbrahamA.L.R.9.15Al-Hijr ValleyA.L.R.10.19MaryK.H.Y.‘A.S.11.20T.H.T.H.12.26The PoetsT.S.M.13.27The AntT.S.14.28HistoryT.S.M.15.29The SpiderA.L.M.16.30The RomansA.L.M.17.31LuqmaanA.L.M.18.32ProstrationA.L.M.19.36Y.S.Y.S.20.38S.S.21.40ForgiverH.M.22.41ElucidatedH.M.23.42ConsultationH.M. ‘A.S.Q24.43OrnamentsH.M.25.44SmokeH.M.26.45KneelingH.M.27.46The DunesH.M.28.50Q.Q.29.68The PenNuN Based on the Quran's mathematical structure that validates and authenticates the preservation of the Quran, … Continue reading NuN Counts
Multi-Meaning Verses
One of the most discussed and slightly controversial verses of the Quran is Sura 3, verse 7. [3:7] He sent down to you this scripture, containing straightforward verses—which constitute the essence of the scripture—as well as multiple-meaning or allegorical verses. Those who harbor doubts in their hearts will pursue the multiple-meaning verses to create confusion, and … Continue reading Multi-Meaning Verses
Gaming Isnads
To "game the system" means to manipulate or exploit the rulesi and processes of a system to one's advantage, often in a way that wasn't intended or is unfair. It's like finding a loophole to win a game, get ahead in a competition, or benefit from a situation, even if it goes against the spirit … Continue reading Gaming Isnads
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