HOW TO UNDERSTAND QURAN
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May peace be upon you all here,
The Q to me (as I have mentioned before) is a compilation of messages revealed to Muhammad the nabiy, and then he delivered them to the people around him. Initially the delivery was two phased, i.e. revealed & delivered. But after some time, it was simply a live-delivery (on the spot).
In the Q we come across verses that remind us that Muhammad the nabiy did not compose nor doctor those messages.
But what are the messages that was revealed to him? Or in other words, what could we find in the Q?
As I have said, to me the Q is a compilation of messages revealed to Muhammad the nabiy. We are now studying the Q, but the individual objectives are very much varied. Each one of you know why you are studying the Q.
To me, I study the Q to become a copycat, the best of copycats if possible. I want to learn the theories and practices of having God (allah) as the Rabb (alrrabb) just like Muhammad the nabiy.
After I came across the fact that God is the teacher, then I apply the idea into practice. After I learned about the practice of remembering God upon waking up from sleep, then I make it into a practice. So in short, I put into practice whatever I gather from the Q.
I sincerely hope I am not bragging, but allow me to say that when we put into practive whatever we correctly gather from the Q, we will go through similar experiences as Muhammad the nabiy, insha allah. No. I am not talking about having 4 wives for the men, but the experiences of getting revelations from God. Let me also say that the gist of the messages will always be similar to the Q. But some very personal messages could be yours when you ask for it. And the beauty of it all is that it is in our very own individual language. And you will definitely be made known that what has been revealed to you is the truth from God when you have personally experienced it.
And likewise, the truth of this post of mine could be proven when you have experienced it. Otherwise it is merely a commentary or a post. Drinking a glass of water might appease your thirst but just having the idea of drinking does nought.
So I pray that you guys will develop into efficient harvesters of the Q. Don't just harvest the ideas, but implement the practices. The Q is as relevant to Muhammad the nabiy as it is to you today.
But of course as in any relationship, what is the meaning of a relationship when there is no communication? Strike a conversation with God. Implore if you will, but be respectful. You could get some ideas from the narratives on Ibraheem, Zakariya, Maryam, Moosa, etc. Emulate them. Copy their methods. Be the best of copycats.
May God guide us all correctly.
Cheers!
Mohammed NohPeace Mohammed Noh,
I agree with the copycat, imulation anology for it is my approach and in my opinion the essence
of guidance. It is a great point you make reminding us to follow the instructions given to us by our creator.
Following the Quran which became part of the character of the righteous is a goal worth striving for.
I too am a living testament to the beneficial qualities of guidance, I am humbled by my many
blessings and more importantly the mental clarity and strength to endure this life and the
apprehension of the next. I do not take your statement as bragging but as honest reflection of your life
to this point in time. And yes the proof would have to be from yourself and those people who know
you, and in many cases those who knew someone before and after the deen can testify to a persons
character.GOD strengthens those who believe with the proven word, in this life and in the Hereafter. And GOD sends the transgressors astray. Everything is in accordance with GOD's will.
Peace