Startup Note: Dear brothers and sisters, this series of articles present Quran for rational minds. In the current era, engineering, medicine, finance & management graduates are tuned to physical sciences and rationality. Besides that present world favors logic which is govern by physical sciences. This article is an effort to bring rational minds closer to message of Quran as they are the intelligentia & driving force of current world. Once attracted to the sweetness of Quran, they could become source of strength to all Muslims. By following Quran, the guidance from Allah (swt), they could not only make their lives glistening but also help others to understand Quran.One should remember that only spiritual explanation of Quran cures sick hearts - not the rational study. Rationality merely provides a bridge between physical sciences and great moral teachings of Quran. May Allah help us to understand Quran and give us the right knowledge to spread message of Quran - Ameen.
Introduction
Misconceptions stops one to live a life as mentioned in The Holy Quran. In this article an effort is made to present 6 sample misconceptions which are created due to less intense efforts to study Quran for extended period of time. May Allah guide us in the right direction to learn Quran to remove all our doubts and misconceptions and give us taufeeq to remain truthful to Allah (swt) for rest of our lives - Ameen.
Understanding 6 Misconceptions.
6. The Holy Quran. Is it for me?
Yes, Ayah of Quran are guidance for every human being, especially for Muslims. Allah (swt) says:
In terms of ones own set standards or limited knowledge, one should not see efforts to follow Quran absurd. Allah (swt) says:
Deliberately, believing and following Quran partially, is just like not following Quran at all. To understand complete message of Quran, one should study Quran in his own mother tongue each day. It is a very simple fact that if one do not know complete meaage of Quran, one can not follow it. So knowledge is essential to be successful on the Day Of Judgement. Allah (swt) warns His believers and says:
Quran cleans rusty hearts. Reading Quran and understanding its meaning cures sick (i.e. doubtful) hearts. Quran is especially for one who whisper in his heart, "Is it for me?". Quran is a true blessing for those who struggle to follow it. Allah (swt) says:
5. Allah (swt) will reward me as I am a Muslim. I already believe in Allah (swt), Life-Here After etc.?
One should clearly understand that, declaration and practice are two separate things in the eyes of Allah (swt). Allah (swt) says:
4. I can't be doubtless without some sign?
It is not a new misconception. One should know that people remained doubtful, even after seeing Allah (swt). Reminding this fact to all His believers, Allah (swt) says:
Allah (swt) also clarifies that what happened next to those who do not believe Him without a sign. Allah (swt) says:
Allah (swt) warns His followers that do struggle in His name and think of "Shataan" as your utmost enemy because it is "Shataan" which creates doubts in ones hearts. Allah (swt) alerts His believers and says:
3. I am a Muslim - not a Jew or Christian, Allah (swt) will comfort me on the Day of Judgement.
Allah (swt) is the Most Merciful, the Most Kind and that is why this universe exists. But Allah (swt) clarifies that no one is special in the eyes of Allah (swt) except those who fear Him. Allah (swt) says:
To be successful on the Day of Judgement, one should verify his own set standards with Quran. Allah (swt) says:
Allah (swt) clarifies once again to His followers:
2. To be successful, one should take care of both Deen & Dunya.
Actually this is not only a misconception but also a false statement. Deen teaches us how to spend life in Dunya. So For example, Deen teaches us how to spend money, what kind of business are allowed, what rules will govern men, women, politics, war etc. Therefore, Deen is one way of living life in this world. One can feel the intensity of rejection of this notion of Deen & Dunya in Surah Ale-Imran. Allah (swt) says:
Allah (swt) asks His believers in a very delicate manner:
With a similar delicate tone Allah (swt) says:
1. It is OK to keep sinful, immoral feelings in ones heart.
No, it is prohibited to keep sinful feelings in ones heart. Allah (swt) urges His believers:
One should asks Allah's forgiveness all the time in his heart. Allah (swt) teaches those who believe:
While standing anywhere or walking for somewhere or just resting on the bed, ones heart must asks Allah's forgiveness. Only Quran can create such sence of attention towards Allah (swt). One should read Quarn daily and asks Allah's forgiveness and His mercy. Allah (swt) advises His followers to say:
May Allah (swt) forgive all our known or hidden mistakes and enter Iyeman in our hearts and never make our hearts ignorant to Allah's remembrance - Ameen.
