Questions & Answers about Quran
Q: What is the Quranic perspective on the concept of piety (Taqwa) as a means of attaining success?
Category: General Topics, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:15:59
A: The Quran teaches that piety (Taqwa) is essential for attaining success in this life and the hereafter. In Surah Al-Baqarah (2:189), it states: "They ask you, [O Muhammad], about the new moons. Say, 'They are measurements of time for the people and for Hajj.' And it is not righteousness to enter houses from the back, but righteousness is [in] one who fears Allah. And enter houses from their doors. And fear Allah that you may succeed."
Q: How many times a day do Muslims perform Salah (prayer)?
Category: Doctrine and Worship, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:21:15
A: The obligation to perform Salah is mentioned multiple times in the Qur'an, although the specific number of daily prayers is not explicitly stated. However, Surah Al-Baqarah (2:238), Surah Hud (11:114) and Surah An-Nisa (4:103) emphasize the importance of regular prayer.
Q: Is usury (riba) permissible in Islam according to the Qur'an?
Category: Halal and Haram, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:26:31
A: Usury, or charging interest, is prohibited in Islam. Surah Al-Baqarah (2:275) states: "Those who consume interest cannot stand [on the Day of Resurrection] except as one stands who is being beaten by Satan into insanity. That is because they say, 'Trade is [just] like interest.' But Allah has permitted trade and has forbidden interest."
Q: What is the Quranic account of the creation of Adam (peace be upon him)?
Category: Prophets and stories, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:31:47
A: The creation of Adam is described in various places in the Quran, including Surah Al-Baqarah (2:30-39) and Surah Sad (38:71-88), where Allah creates Adam from clay and breathes His spirit into him.
Q: How many verses in the Qur'an discuss inheritance?
Category: Inheritance, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:37:03
A: Several verses in the Qur'an discuss inheritance. The specific number varies depending on the interpretation, but it's primarily addressed in Surah Al-Baqarah (2:180-182, 2:240-242), Surah An-Nisa (4:7-12).
Q: How does the Qur'an describe the orbits of the celestial bodies?
Category: Cosmos and Natural Phenomena, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:42:19
A: The Qur'an describes the orbits of celestial bodies in a few verses, emphasizing their orderly and precise movements as signs of Allah's power and wisdom. One notable verse that mentions the orbits of celestial bodies is Surah Ar-Rahman (55:5): "The sun and the moon [move] by precise calculation." This verse suggests that the movements of the sun and the moon are governed by precise calculations or precise orbits, highlighting the orderliness and harmony in the universe as established by Allah. Additionally, while not explicitly mentioning orbits, another verse that refers to the celestial bodies and their motion is Surah Ya-Sin (36:40):"It is not allowable for the sun to reach the moon, nor does the night overtake the day, but each, in an orbit, is swimming." This verse poetically describes the continuous motion of celestial bodies, implying an orderly and systematic movement akin to swimming in an orbit.
Q: How many Surahs in the Qur'an begin with the broken letters?
Category: Statistics, Published on: 08/13/2024 03:47:35
A: There are 29 Surahs in the Qur'an that start with broken letters.