The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed by Muslims to contain the revelations of God as given to Prophet Muhammad. It is divided into 114 chapters called surahs, and each surah contains a number of verses. In this blog post, we will explore some basic facts about the Quran and how it serves as a source of guidance for Muslims.
What is the Quran?
The Quran is a written record of revelations that were given to Prophet Muhammad over an extended period of time. It is believed that these revelations were revealed in Arabic and then recorded in written form by his companions. The Quran consists of 114 surahs, each containing anywhere from three to 286 verses. These surahs are divided into two main categories: Meccan and Medinan. The Meccan surahs were revealed before Prophet Muhammad’s migration from Mecca to Medina, while the Medinan surahs were revealed after his migration.
How does the Quran serve as guidance for Muslims?
The Quran serves as a source of guidance for Muslims in many ways. First and foremost, it provides ethical guidance on how one should live their life according to Islamic teachings. For instance, it outlines how one should treat others with kindness and respect regardless of their background or religion; how they should be honest and trustworthy; how they should not indulge in activities such as gambling or stealing; and much more. Additionally, the Quran includes important information about Islamic history, laws, rituals, science and cosmology. For many Muslims, studying the Quranic verses can provide them with insight into their faith that they would otherwise be unable to access without reading its pages.
