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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
seyyed mohammdreza Faghihimany
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Considering the common components emphasized in different definitions of "security" leads us to the point that these definitions have mainly emphasized either the negative or the positive aspects; but they have not considered both the negative and positive aspects simultaneously. The central question ...
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Considering the common components emphasized in different definitions of "security" leads us to the point that these definitions have mainly emphasized either the negative or the positive aspects; but they have not considered both the negative and positive aspects simultaneously. The central question of this research is what components security consists of from the perspective of the Holy Quran and which negative or positive aspect is emphasized in the context of its formation. The results of this research, which were organized with a descriptive-analytical method and using the analysis of substitute concepts, show that security in the perspective of the Quran consists of two main components: "secure" and "confidence", one of which is based on the negative aspect and the other on the positive aspect. In the culture of the Holy Quran, a more complete level of security is achieved from the synergy of the two negative and positive aspects, which is referred to as "Salam". "Salam" is higher and more exalted than "security" because salam is used to describe a situation that is not only free from anything that causes human disgust; but also everything in it is in keeping with human nature.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
maedeh banitalebi; ghasem darzi; mostafa moradi
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A dubious claim made by critics, particularly Orientalists, suggests that the Prophet Muhammad's approach underwent a fundamental shift from the Meccan to the Medinan period. It is argued that while his messages during the Meccan phase were predominantly peace-oriented and centered on Compassion, the ...
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A dubious claim made by critics, particularly Orientalists, suggests that the Prophet Muhammad's approach underwent a fundamental shift from the Meccan to the Medinan period. It is argued that while his messages during the Meccan phase were predominantly peace-oriented and centered on Compassion, the acquisition of power and authority in Medina led to the adoption of a more violent approach, and this is purportedly reflected in the Meccan and Medinan Surahs of the Qur’an. To examine this claim, a statistical study was conducted to compare the frequency of compassion and violence-related themes in Meccan and Medinan Surahs. In doing so, phrases associated with compassion and violence were scored, and the resulting values were normalized for comparative analysis. The findings indicate that the prevalence of violence-related themes is 0.20 in Meccan Surahs and 0.19 in Medinan Surahs, while compassion-related themes appear with a frequency of 0.21 in Meccan Surahs and 0.24 in Medinan Surahs. The results don’t corroborate the aforementioned claim, demonstrating that the Medinan period—characterized by the establishment and expansion of governance—displays an even greater emphasis on Compassion. Additionally, the thematic variations between Meccan and Medinan Surahs correspond to the historical and social contexts of each period. These findings underscore the necessity of revisiting such interpretations and employing statistical methodologies in the analysis of religious and historical concepts.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
Reza Navin; Saleh Hasanzadeh
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Verse 172 of Surah al-Aʻrāf, known as the Verse of Dharr, expresses a covenant between God and humanity. The wisdom behind this covenant is the completion of God's argument against His servants on the Resurrection, countering the excuses of heedlessness or of having had polytheistic forefathers. This ...
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Verse 172 of Surah al-Aʻrāf, known as the Verse of Dharr, expresses a covenant between God and humanity. The wisdom behind this covenant is the completion of God's argument against His servants on the Resurrection, countering the excuses of heedlessness or of having had polytheistic forefathers. This verse has been a focus for Qur'anic commentators since the era of the Imams, and due to disagreements regarding the modality by which the covenant was taken; it has led to numerous viewpoints. Accordingly, the present study, using a descriptive-analytical method, aims to answer the fundamental question: ‘What is the evolutionary trajectory of the commentators' views regarding the Verse of Dharr?’ The research findings indicate that throughout history, various views have been proposed concerning the "World of Dharr," including: the view based on narrations, the view of the covenant being taken through the prophets, the view of innate potentials, the view of the spiritual covenant, the view of the realm of dominion and sovereignty, and the view of innate disposition. Each of these proposed views is incomplete. The view of acknowledgment emerges as the most complete perspective regarding the World of Dharr.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
farzaneh poorrasoul; hesamldin khalatbari
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Although the Holy Quran does not deal with the quality of the creation of the world in detail, it contains verses that contain profound dimensions of cosmology. A precise understanding of these verses requires the use of rational and philosophical foundations. In the meantime, Sadra’i philosophy, ...
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Although the Holy Quran does not deal with the quality of the creation of the world in detail, it contains verses that contain profound dimensions of cosmology. A precise understanding of these verses requires the use of rational and philosophical foundations. In the meantime, Sadra’i philosophy, as one of the most complete intellectual systems, plays a prominent role in the philosophical interpretation of the verses of the Quran. By presenting foundations such as the originality of existence, the doubt of existence, essential movement, and the unity of existence, Mulla Sadra provided a new framework for understanding existence and, consequently, interpreting the verses of cosmology. This article, with a descriptive-analytical approach and relying on the interpretation of the “Holy Quran” attributed to Mulla Sadra, examines the three-stage impact of Mulla Sadra’s philosophical foundations on the interpretation of verses related to cosmology. The findings show that the strong presence of transcendental wisdom ideas in this commentary has led to a deeper, more comprehensive, and more rational understanding of the ontological verses of the Quran, making this commentary a prominent example in the field of philosophical interpretation of cosmological verses.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
Maryam Alizadeh; zary Pishgar; Maryam delgarm
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Semantics studies the evolution of word meanings within linguistic context. “Nearness to God” is one of the Qur’anic concepts whose semantic analysis is especially important for organizing the semantic network of Qur’anic vocabulary and for understanding the scripture’s ...
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Semantics studies the evolution of word meanings within linguistic context. “Nearness to God” is one of the Qur’anic concepts whose semantic analysis is especially important for organizing the semantic network of Qur’anic vocabulary and for understanding the scripture’s discourse about relation with God. This study, using a descriptive-analytical method, seeks to identify and organize the vocabulary related to “qurb” and to explain how the meaning of this lexical item has developed within the framework of succession relations.The concept of “qurb” — in addition to reflecting the human relationship with the Lord — encompasses a wide range of senses, including spatial, temporal, relative, hierarchical (status), custodial/servitorial, and power-related proximity. The results show that direct derivatives of the root q-r-b — such as aqrab, qarīb, qurbān, and qurabāt — are predominantly employed within the semantic domain of drawing near to God, whereas vocabulary related to “nearness” in non-religious senses appears as expressions of proximity that are not directed toward God.Among the conceptual successors of “qurb,” words such as danā (to draw near), ḥaḍr (presence/attendance), walī (ally/guardian), zulf (tress/close proximity in occurrence), and muḥīṭ (encompassing/surrounding) were identified; these respectively cover the domains of physical/spatial closeness, legal and social proximity, nearness in the occurrence of an event, rank and station, and the notion of encompassing or surround. Furthermore, a subset of Qur’anic vocabulary can be regarded as indirect successors of “qurb,” and may be classified among expressions that describe the pathways of attaining proximity to God.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
Ali Karimi; morteza afshari; sediqeh pourmokhtar
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The Quran is an educational text rich with stories and topics that contain multiple layers of meaning. Since the establishment of the Islamic Republic, significant attention has been given to Quranic concepts and themes in dramatic arts. However, a critical examination of contemporary Quranic plays reveals ...
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The Quran is an educational text rich with stories and topics that contain multiple layers of meaning. Since the establishment of the Islamic Republic, significant attention has been given to Quranic concepts and themes in dramatic arts. However, a critical examination of contemporary Quranic plays reveals a limitation: these works often focus predominantly on specific Quranic themes. This narrow focus has led to a disconnection from the broader, essential characteristics of the Quran, resulting in stereotypical productions that address a limited range of subjects.In this study, two plays, “Parizad-e Shahr-e Faramoushan” (The fairy of Faramoushan city) and “Chahar Sandoogh” (Four trunks), have been selected to provide a comprehensive definition of Quranic plays. The aim is to identify, extract, and analyze the components of these plays while reflecting Quranic themes. The central question is: What characteristics allow contemporary plays to be categorized as Quranic works of art?The research employs a descriptive-analytical method. By examining the content of the plays and analyzing them based on Quranic components, we conclude that the validity of Quranic stories stems from their themes. This content can be preserved and presented in various contemporary plays with different themes and expressions. From this perspective, there are no significant distinctions between religious and non-religious plays regarding their function and the type of message they convey.
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Quran and Quranic teachings ,Quranic studies, comparative interpretation, Quranic doubts and Quranic language
Nematollah Firoozi; Zahra Abbasi
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The Qur'an is a divine book of guidance that addresses the factors of human felicity, as well as the roots of challenges, suffering, and hardship. This article traces the origins of human suffering in this world and its continuation into the intermediary and hereafter realms, examining the dichotomy ...
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The Qur'an is a divine book of guidance that addresses the factors of human felicity, as well as the roots of challenges, suffering, and hardship. This article traces the origins of human suffering in this world and its continuation into the intermediary and hereafter realms, examining the dichotomy between "Ḍank" and "Kabad" from the perspective of Qur'anic commentaries. The primary research question is: ‘Based on semantic analysis, what is the relationship between inherent and acquired human suffering, and how these concepts can be utilized to present a cognitive model of suffering in human life?’ The research method is analytical, conducted by examining the context of the verses, lexicons, and the views of both early and late exegetes. The findings indicate that "Kabad" denotes inherent and creational suffering that encompasses all human beings from birth to death, regardless of faith or disbelief, and serves as part of the path of spiritual development and growth. In contrast, "Ḍank" represents an acquired suffering resulting from turning away from the remembrance of God and distancing oneself from divine guidance; it has consequences both in worldly life and in the hereafter. The results of this study suggest that understanding the distinction between these two concepts can lead to the proposal of Qur'anic strategies for managing life's sufferings. Ultimately, this differentiation has led to the presentation of a dual strategic outlook for an active and meaning-making confrontation with the phenomenon of suffering in human existence. The innovation of this research, compared to previous studies, lies in offering a semantic, systematic, and educational reading of this Qur'anic dichotomy and the approach to its management.
