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    good_logic
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    Peace Man Of Faith.

    Brother ,you are free to follow /invent what you want.

    Good luck to you.

    GOD bless you.
    Peace.

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      Peace,

      Follow yes; invent no. But you are free to follow millennia long conjecture yourself.

      Prove what I have invented that was not part of faith or what I have omitted from the decreed matter? A ritualistic prayer of Pagans and the treatment of a house as idol?

      Have faith

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        Peace Man Of Faith.

        Please take this constructive conversation as an honest way of giving you another point you are missing.

        The salat instituted by God is in fact a great gift from Him. It constitute the nourishment required for the growth and development of our Souls. Without such nourishment, we cannot survive the immense energy associated with God's physical presence on the Day of Judgment. Belief in God does not by itself guarantee our redemption; we must also nourish our souls (6158, 1090-92). Additionally, 1599 states that observing the duties instituted by God is our means of attaining certainty

        With respect and friendship I am trying to convey this. Of course you are entitled to ignore it

        Also I will leave you to continue your thread without any interruption from me.

        GOD bless you.
        Peace.

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          Peace,

          The salat instituted by God is in fact a great gift from Him. It constitute the nourishment required for the growth and development of our Souls. Without such nourishment, we cannot survive the immense energy associated with God's physical presence on the Day of Judgment. Belief in God does not by itself guarantee our redemption; we must also nourish our souls (6158, 1090-92). Additionally, 1599 states that observing the duties instituted by God is our means of attaining certainty

          This understanding is correct, but it is just a problem that it is not salat that is it.

          Salat is not a ritual as I have said before, it is a phenomenon that is a result of keeping to the decree of God and seeking God's Nearness and Guidance. But if you wish to have faith that God will listen to you because of many words and ritualistic movement in a Pagan-style prayer then feel free to continue, or travel to Mecca to treat a cubic building as an idol. If you saw clearly you would realize it is all an illusion and a Pagan behavior.

          1598 So glorify the praise of your Master, and be of those who are dedicated.
          1599 And serve your Master until certainty comes to you.

          It does not say to follow any rituals, but serve is by acting out according to the decree and judgment of God.

          I will continue on the topic of salat from last night, God willing.

          Have faith

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            Peace Man Of Faith.

            Please take this constructive conversation as an honest way of giving you another point you are missing.

            The salat instituted by God is in fact a great gift from Him. It constitute the nourishment required for the growth and development of our Souls. Without such nourishment, we cannot survive the immense energy associated with God's physical presence on the Day of Judgment. Belief in God does not by itself guarantee our redemption; we must also nourish our souls (6158, 1090-92). Additionally, 1599 states that observing the duties instituted by God is our means of attaining certainty

            With respect and friendship I am trying to convey this. Of course you are entitled to ignore it

            Also I will leave you to continue your thread without any interruption from me.

            GOD bless you.
            Peace.

            I totally agree with this, specially as it is confirmed also by the Messenger of the Covenant, Dr. R. Khalifa, PhD.

            Peace

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              Man_of_Faith
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              Peace,

              But believe in whatever you like then.

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                muslims
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                I have not yet read and studies all this, almost 100 verses about salat. . but salat as "unity" fits perfectly well with the main theme of the Quran, "unity in diversity". .

                what is the summary of your main conclusion ?

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                  Peace muslims,

                  I am very surprised if you have faith in this.

                  My conclusion is that salat does not connote on contact prayer whatsoever. It is a remote claim.

                  And I have been able to falsify the claim that 11114 refers to prayer timing at all which has been neatly used to argue for these timings inferred by those who adhere to this Pagan influence. And the verse with salat alwusta does also not talk about middle prayer so another instance of nullified prayer timing, and wusta means best according to its base word's occurrence in other contexts.

                  And do you not deem it strange that, if God had decreed timed prayers, then this was not clear in the narration and all timings in one single passage and with exactly how to perform it in the same context?

                  Some work remain and that is to find out what God meant in 2458 in terms of salat alfajr and alisha. And I also have no other than highly experimental translations of 443 and 56, and I am quite sure they do not speak of ablution whatsoever.

                  The final conclusion about the word salat itself is that it means pretty much according to the year 1828 issue of Webster's definition of communion. It means to keep together in the teachings and command of God and not divide into sects. Depending of the form of s -l - w it implies between unite, unity or communion. If you by action do slw then you simply teach about God and bring people to communion. An example is with Zachariah in the alleged temple enclosure.

                  To please people I have also found for them the word for pray too (duwa), but it does not suffice them obviously. They want timed rituals and many words like their fathers.

                  And you know that with salat as prayer then birds pray too and Islam is very dogmatic and zealous because the opponents of God are to be fought "until they observe salat". Obviously they are to be fought until the observe the communion by adhering to the system of God to uphold justice and no oppression. But these people I am arguing with here after my work is presented oppose these, to me, logical arguments.

                  Have faith

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                    I am very surprised if you have faith in this.

                    My conclusion is that salat does not connote on contact prayer whatsoever. It is a remote claim.

                    I did. . .and I don't believe there is contact prayers, and at least it is mutasyaabihat and contradicting many verses from the Quran. . . I've checked almost 95 verses and I believe it does not mean contact prayers. . .however, there are about 5-7 verses left that I'm still studying.

                    . . .

                    And I have been able to falsify the claim that 11114 refers to prayer timing at all which has been neatly used to argue for these timings inferred by those who adhere to this Pagan influence.

                    Agree. . . it have nothing to do with prayer times. The whole context speak about justice and injustice, sectarian, unity and disunity. . .

                    And if your Lord had wished
                    He could have made all the people one nation
                    but they still would have continued to disagree.
                    11118

                    and reading the context alone will tell there is something fishy about that verse.

                    | | 11113 | And do not lean towards those who have wronged else you will incur the Fire; and you will not have besides God any allies, and you will not be victorious. |

                    | | 11114 | (the story diverted)

                    The good deeds take away the bad. This is a reminder to those who remember. | And hold the contact prayer at two parts of the day, and the near part of the night.

                    | | 11115 | And be patient, for God does not waste the reward of the good doers. |

                    Verse 11 is verse 52 in its chronological order.

                    . . .

                    And the verse with salat alwusta does also not talk about middle prayer so another instance of nullified prayer timing, and wusta means best according to its base word's occurrence in other contexts.

                    And do you not deem it strange that, if God had decreed timed prayers, then this was not clear in the narration and all timings in one single passage and with exactly how to perform it in the same context?

                    Some work remain and that is to find out what God meant in 2458 in terms of salat alfajr and alisha. And I also have no other than highly experimental translations of 443 and 56, and I am quite sure they do not speak of ablution whatsoever.

                    Agree, I believe that verse has nothing to do at all about salat time, but it is about to act with balance (wusta) to widows after/during divorce. . . not to trouble them etc. . . it has nothing to do with salat time.

                    | | 2238 | And if you divorce them before having sexual intercourse with them, but you have already set the dowry for them; then you must give half of what you have agreed, unless they forgive or the guardian over the marriage contract forgives. And if you forgive, it is closer to righteousness. And do not forget the favor between you; God is Seer of what you do. |

                    | | 2239 | (the story diverted) | Maintain the contact prayers; and the middle contact prayer; and stand for God dutifully.

                    | | 2240 | (the story diverted) | But if you are fearful, then you may do so while walking or riding. If you become secure, then remember God as He has taught you what you did not know.

                    | | 2241 | And for those of you whose lives are terminated and they leave widows behind; a testimony to them that they may enjoy for one year without being made to vacate. If they leave then there is no sin upon you for what they do with themselves of goodness; and God is Noble, Wise. |

                    There is something wrong, and we must also realize today's arabic is not the same with quranic arabic, and that the original Arabic script had no dots, short vowels or diacritic marks etc.

                    http//www.themodernreligion.com/basic/history/q_script_old1.jpg
                    Sura 27-10

                    This means every words can be from 30-50 meanings. . . so , it is not conclusive at all to say the verse is about salat when there is clear diversion from the context of the story itself.

                    . . .

                    The final conclusion about the word salat itself is that it means pretty much according to the year 1828 issue of Webster's definition of communion. It means to keep together in the teachings and command of God and not divide into sects. Depending of the form of s -l - w it implies between unite, unity or communion. If you by action do slw then you simply teach about God and bring people to communion. An example is with Zachariah in the alleged temple enclosure.

                    To please people I have also found for them the word for pray too (duwa), but it does not suffice them obviously. They want timed rituals and many words like their fathers.

                    And you know that with salat as prayer then birds pray too and Islam is very dogmatic and zealous because the opponents of God are to be fought "until they observe salat". Obviously they are to be fought until the observe the communion by adhering to the system of God to uphold justice and no oppression. But these people I am arguing with here after my work is presented oppose these, to me, logical arguments.

                    Have faith

                    It is justified. . . .and I also believe salat is referring to the system of unity in diversity. . . and zakat is to strengthen the unity.

                    For current practices. . .

                    My Conclusion I considered salat as the mutasyaabihat (allegorical) . . and according to the Quran, I have no duty to obey the rule relating to contact prayers. It is allegorical, there are inconsistency, and the details is not in the Quran . . . Therefore, it is freedom (5.101). . . do if we like, follow whoever we like, and leave if we don't like. . but never make it compulsory or raise any issue that can cause disunity in the Muslim Ummah.

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                      Dear Man of Faith,

                      Salam alaykum.

                      You say

                      And I have been able to falsify the claim that 11114 refers to prayer timing at all which has been neatly used to argue for these timings inferred by those who adhere to this Pagan influence.

                      Then what does 11114 talk about if it is not about timing? Please provide us your translation using valid source of reference.

                      And how do you understand or translate 4102?

                      4102
                      ...salat is on the believers prescribed at fixed times.

                      You say

                      And I also have no other than highly experimental translations of 443 and 56, and I am quite sure they do not speak of ablution whatsoever.

                      With respect, being "quite sure" will not make you successful, dear brother. You must tell us why you do not believe in the traditional understanding of these verses, and then present your translation of those verses by referring to the valid sources you have used to reach your conclusion. Otherwise, with respect, your arguments hold no merit.

                      Brother good logic had asked you a question. He asked, "So people are forced to observe 'salat' if it means contact prayer, but not forced if it means 'unity/communion'?"

                      It is a very good question which I feel you have left unanswered in your reply.

                      Regards.

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                        Whatever we may take salat to be, we should not be afraid of venturing away from dogma, although it may seem to be on thin, almost blasphemous, ice. As long as we are sincere in our search, we should just keep our heads cools, ask God for guidance, and see where things lead. Nobody is obligated to follow or agree to anything, so there is no harm in experimenting, as long as it is with good intentions. Sticking with tradition though is directly harmful, as pointed out by the quran. So, everyone, just keep calm and keep exploring, with a sincere heart. God is our witness at all times.

                        Also, I wonder what people mean when they say that salat is our nourishment. What does this mean? How is is nourishment? Nourishment in what sense? Sounds good, but too philosophical.

                        Peace

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                          http//haqeeqat.org.pk/English%20Tafsir%20e%20Haqeeqat/00.%20Tabweeb/00024.%20Salat%20Suad%20Lam%20Waw/25.gif It is derived from Root . Basic perception infolded is to praise and magnify; express commendation, or wish blessings upon the one who is revered; or to appreciate someone. Ibn Faris in his classical Lexicon had quoted a verse of a poem of pre-Qur'aan period to highlight one aspect of this Root regards invoking blessings

                          Learned Professor Toshihiko Izutsu in his book "God and Man in the Qur'aan" quoted it in his study on the concept of this Root and term http//haqeeqat.org.pk/English%20Tafsir%20e%20Haqeeqat/00.%20Tabweeb/00024.%20Salat%20Suad%20Lam%20Waw/25.gif
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                          Reflect
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                          Time Bound Protocol of Servitude and Allegiance The Key of the door of success

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                            Man_of_Faith
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                            Peace Mazhar,

                            Learned Professor Toshihiko Izutsu in his book "God and Man in the Qur'aan" quoted it in his study on the concept of this Root and term

                            Sorry. I give absolutely no merit to these people.

                            It is derived from Root . Basic perception infolded is to praise and magnify; express commendation, or wish blessings upon the one who is revered; or to appreciate someone. Ibn Faris in his classical Lexicon had quoted a verse of a poem of pre-Qur'aan period to highlight one aspect of this Root regards invoking blessings

                            This understanding does still not make salat into a ritual such as the one that you adhere to. The sarcastic thought is that you only give fuel to my fire. You use these innocent narrations to justify a Pagan ritual.

                            Basic perception infolded is to praise and magnify; express commendation, or wish blessings upon the one who is revered; or to appreciate someone

                            Yes. And you do this by keeping the salat and assisting in its establishment. If you lose salat then you no longer show any any of it but belong to those who divided into sects.

                            Even if the poem would be before the advent of the book generally called Qur'an it does not give any strength to the understanding of salat as a "contact prayer" or ritualistic behavior. The ironical is that your reference actually gives strength to my arguments and I need to thank you for helping me. If you keep communion then you are with God and also have assistance from The Master.

                            I will, God willing, now focus on answering the questions you ask me just to try me. Do you think I am stupid as to see you are just wishing to see me fail. Instead of trying to look at the word yourselves with critical eyes instead of adhering blindly to traditional thinking.

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                            Ibn Faris in his classical Lexicon

                            So you base this understanding on someone who died a few hundred years after the advent of Qur'an? He must have lived during the 10th century and it gives absolutely no merit to the interpretation of Qur'an.

                            Have faith

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                              Salamun Alaikum.

                              Thanks to Mazhar for sharing the information about the meaning of the term salat. I also believe "praise and magnify; express commendation, or wish blessings" etc. are much closer to the appropriate meaning of "salat" than "unity / union / communion".

                              Brother MoF may not give any merit to linguists / dictionaries / lexicons.. that is his choice; but for me a language - any language - develops based on the people who speak / use the language and opinion of linguists / dictionaries / lexicons are legitimate tools for studying any language.

                              Rather I give absolutely no merit to "trial-and-error" as a method of finding the meanings of Arabic terms.

                              May Allah guide us all to the straight route.

                              Regards,
                              Arman

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                                Peace Scribbler,

                                You say

                                And I have been able to falsify the claim that 11114 refers to prayer timing at all which has been neatly used to argue for these timings inferred by those who adhere to this Pagan influence.

                                Then what does 11114 talk about if it is not about timing? Please provide us your translation using valid source of reference.

                                11114 speaks of keeping your focus on communion. I have explained it in past posts loosely, but I can get into the details if you are that argumentative.

                                Let me break the original Arabic of 11114 into an analysis.

                                Word by word translation Keep al-salat gazes intentions the day and (at) approach (of) the night indeed the good remove(s) the bad. This is a regard to those who pay attention.

                                Green Obviously the word cannot be literally used in the context, so you have to paraphrase it. If you look at my work below with other passages involving taraf you can see that the word implies on intention (or similar).

                                Check the contextual use of the word taraf from a valid source of information (should be because they are sectarians)

                                Noun

                                | (14437) arfuhum | their gaze |
                                | (274014) arfuka | your glance |
                                | (37483) l-arfi | (will be) companions of modest gaze |
                                | (38523) l-arfi | (will be) companions of modest gaze |
                                | (42459) arfin | a glance |
                                | (55563) l-arfi | (will be) companions of modest gaze |
                                Noun

                                | (31272) arafan | a part |
                                | (111143) arafayi | (at the) two ends |
                                | (1341 arfih | its borders |
                                | (2013017) wa-arfa | (at the) ends |
                                | (214416) arfih | its borders |

                                If you pardon me for not involving the Arabic in this translation where taraf is used as (part) in the passage and see how lame the translation is

                                1340 And if We show you some of what We promise them, or We terminate your life, then you are only to deliver while for Us is the reckoning.
                                1341 Do they not see that We come to the land and reduce it from its ends intentions? And God gives judgment and there is none to override His judgment. And He is swift to reckoning.
                                1342 And those before them had schemed, but to God is all scheming. He knows what every soul earns and the opponents will come to know to whom is the better abode.
                                1343 And those who oppose say ?You are not a messenger.? Say ?God is enough as a witness between me and you; the One who has the knowledge of the Book.?

                                The word is also used in this weirdly translated narration also trying to justify timed rituals

                                20124 ?And whoever turns away from My remembrance regard, then he will have a miserable life, and We will raise him blind on the Day of Resurrection.?
                                20125 He said ?My Master, you have raised me blind while I used to be able to see??
                                20126 He said ?It was the same when Our revelations came to you, you forgot them, and similarly today you will be forgotten.?
                                20127 And it is such that We recompense he who transgresses, and did not have faith in the revelations of his Master. And the retribution of the Hereafter is more severe and more lasting..
                                20128 Is it not a guide to them how many generations We had destroyed before them, which they are walking now in their assemblies? In that are signs for the people of understanding...
                                20129 ...and had it not been for a word already given by your Master, they would have been held to account immediately...
                                20130 ...so be patient to what they are saying and glorify with praise (of) your Master before when (you) approach the rising of the sun, and at (your) approach (of) its setting, and at the coming of the night you shall glorify and at parts with intentions of the day perhaps you may be content...
                                20131 ...and do not crave with your eyes what We have bestowed upon some couples from them; the flower of the worldly life; so as to test them in it; and the provision of your Master is better and more lasting...
                                20132 ...and instruct your family to the contact prayer communion and be patient for it. We do not ask you for provision, for We provide for you and the ending will be for righteousness.
                                20133 And they said ?If only he would bring us a sign from his Master!? Did not proof come to them from what is in the previous scripts?
                                20134 And if We had destroyed them with a retribution before this, they would have said ?Our Master, if only You had sent us a messenger so we could follow Your revelations before we are humiliated and shamed!?
                                20135 Say ?All are waiting, so wait, and you will come to know who are the people upon the even path and who are guided.?

                                Ritualistic prayer does not suit the context whatsoever.

                                Green Do not be jealous and keep to your deeds of righteousness.
                                Blue Ironically it can be said that God does not need your ritualistic prayer but God is the One that provides everything for you.
                                Purple The translation is an experimental one, but not based upon nothing. I will declare what I was thinking

                                The triliteral root qf b lm ( &#1604 occurs 294 times in the Quran, in 13 derived forms

                                You can read why I question the word's usage in this verse based on what is found in http//corpus.quran.com/qurandictionary.jsp?q=qbl#%28201308%29

                                As a summary of my observation, 20130 speaks of keeping God in your mind throughout the day. Obviously my translation is as wacko as the traditional one because it demands much work to properly decipher after much falsehood is there in the understanding. I had no need to try to translate that one because 11114 was the related one to the question, but I just wanted to show you another instance.

                                Here is the last occurrence which I will use to nullify the claim about taraf

                                2142 Say ?Who can protect you during the night and the day from the Almighty?? No, they are turning away from the remembrance regard for their Master...
                                2143 ...or do they have gods that will protect them from Us? They cannot help themselves, nor can they be protected from Us.
                                2144 It was Us who gave luxury to these and their fathers, until they grew old with age. Do they not see that We come to the land and reduce it from its edges intentions? Will they be able to win?
                                2145 Say ?I am merely warning you with the inspiration.? But the deaf do not hear the call when they are being warned.

                                Green The traditional translation does not make sense, however when you equalize every occurence of the word throughout the book called Qur'an then the word suddenly makes sense in the narration.


                                Let us check when the word is used for gazes and see how truthful it is then

                                1443 They will approach with their heads bowed, and their eyes will not blink (no focus), and their hearts will be void.
                                2740 And one who had knowledge from the Book said ?I will bring it to you before you blink (can react).? So when he saw it resting before him, he said ?This is from the grace of my Lord, so that He tests me whether I am thankful or whether I reject. As for he who is thankful, he is thankful for himself, and as for he who rejects, then my Lord is Rich, Bountiful.?

                                3747 There is no bitterness therein, nor will they tire from it.
                                3748 And with them are those with a modest gaze intention with lovely eyes.
                                3749 They are like fragile eggs.

                                3850 Gardens of delight, whose gates will be open for them.
                                3851 Reclining therein, they will be invited to many fruits and drinks.
                                3852 And with them are those with a modest gaze intention, mature in age.
                                3853 This is what you have been promised for the Day of Reckoning.
                                3854 Such is Our provisions, it does not run out.

                                4244 And whoever God sends astray will not have any ally after Him. And you will see the transgressors, when they see the retribution, saying ?Is there any way we can go back??...
                                4245 ...and you will see them being displayed to it in fearful humiliation and looking intending to avoid showing. And those who believed will say ?The losers are those who lost their souls and their families on the Day of Resurrection. The transgressors will be in a lasting retribution.?
                                4246 And they had no allies to help them against God. And whoever God misguides will never find the way.

                                5554 While reclining upon furnishings lined with satin, the fruits of the two gardens are within reach.
                                5555 So which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?
                                5556 In them are those with a modest gaze intention untouched before by any man or Jinn.
                                5557 So which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?
                                5558 They look like rubies and coral.
                                5559 So which of the favors of your Lord will you deny?

                                They did not fall to people who just conjecture about the faith. Like in this example

                                6116 And if you obey most of those on the earth they will lead you away from the path of God; that is because they follow conjecture, and that is because they only guess.


                                So if you buy my elaboration done honestly in analyzing the passages is up to you, but do not come and say that my choice of translation is not viable. I think that the book called Qur'an was interpreted by a group of wannabe fools who could not understand a thing.

                                And then I can come 1000 years later and just crush their delusions of grandeur, because they are not serving The Master, our God.

                                Continue to believe in salat as a ritualistic and timed mess or do like I have proposed is up to you, but do not come here and tell that I am wrong.

                                So what is the next question that you asked? I will reply in another post and God willing I can give a viable explanation there too. Do not forget I am just a human being though and I cannot "miraculously" decipher a passage without the intervention by God. The corruption is severe in the book called Qur'an and sometimes it does not even portray half of what the original language wanted to convey.

                                Even without interpreting what is written we can exclude Pagan rituals from the schedule because how logical and sane does it sound to begin with? I only do this to attempt to help lost souls and there is no need for me to do this for myself. I can just read a Gospel testimony of the Bible and know the decree (al-ketaab) inside out.

                                So 11114 and 20130 are completely removed from salat timing schedule so which are left? 2458 oh yes, I will need to move unto that one as well. We still need to approach the day keeping the communion or when we retreat for the day or come back from taking a break, so timing or not it does not justify a timed ritual.

                                Besides; it is you who have to prove to me, by the way, that it means timed ritual. I have no need to prove to you about anything, but I have done so anyway. God is the guide and teacher.

                                Have faith

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                                  Peace armanaziz,

                                  Thanks to Mazhar for sharing the information about the meaning of the term salat. I also believe "praise and magnify; express commendation, or wish blessings" etc. are much closer to the appropriate meaning of "salat" than "unity / union / communion".

                                  It is your loss. Most people cannot see the truth even if you shovel it in their faces.

                                  Red Can you even realize that if you keep communion in an assembly you do the definition that Mazhar told about, because you honor the decree of God.

                                  Rather I give absolutely no merit to "trial-and-error" as a method of finding the meanings of Arabic terms.

                                  So you are going to give merit to people who have spent the past 1000 years in corrupting the language instead interpreting according to their desires and wishful thinking?

                                  It is also not merely "trial-and -error" but I actually recycle whatever I have of the language in logical and reasonable ways.

                                  And I have just in the recent post nullified the timing in 11114 using traditional interpretation of the word taraf. Do you call that trial-and-error?

                                  Have faith

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                                    Peace Scribbler,

                                    I suppose you were talking about 4103 and not 4102.

                                    4101 And if you go forth in the land, then there is no harm that you avoid communion, if you fear that the opponents will try you. The opponents are to you a clear enemy.
                                    4103 Then, if you have completed formed the contact prayer communion, regard God while standing, or sitting, or on your sides. Then, if you are faithful keep the communion, indeed, the contact prayer communion for the ones with faith is decreed on ones appointed...
                                    4104 ...and do not falter in the pursuit of the remaining group. If you are feeling pain, then they are also feeling pain as you are; and you seek from God what they do not seek. God is Knowledgeable, Wise.
                                    4105 We have revealed to you the true decree that you may judge between the people by that which God has shown you, and do not be an advocate for the treacherous.
                                    4106 And seek forgiveness from God; for God is Forgiver, Merciful.

                                    I know I may not have found the right word for it, but timed practice is not right either. 4104 is meant to be read in conjunction with the clause in 4103 and so salat is about reaching out with the teachings of God towards the people who are ignorant.

                                    As you can suspect if you are honest to yourself is whether the sequence of passages is talking about a ritualistic prayer or about forming alliances with those who are ignorant to the truth. Instead of fighting my interpretation that needs to be improved then help me improve it.

                                    The treacherous are the ones informed about the communion of God, but do not seek to keep it. The related passages above talk about being the judge between the people in the field and not so much about warfare.

                                    The actor in the narration is teaching about God to people from whom he fear that opponents are going to take an opportunity to attack him while he is preaching about the faith of God.

                                    If you desire to make that into a ritualistic prayer then you are free to do so, but you are dishonest to the original language written.

                                    Have faith

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                                      Peace,

                                      With respect, being "quite sure" will not make you successful, dear brother. You must tell us why you do not believe in the traditional understanding of these verses, and then present your translation of those verses by referring to the valid sources you have used to reach your conclusion. Otherwise, with respect, your arguments hold no merit.

                                      Of course it brings no merit to someone who is already critical towards what I have proposed of the truth. You may wish to investigate yourself instead of bringing your criticism on me. I was not there when they composed the book called Qur'an and it is hard for me to interpret verses like 443 and 56 as you may understand without bringing in external influence from people who have already distorted the interpretation.

                                      Red With all due respect, if I have already nullified the use of salat as a ritualistic prayer then obviously something is wrong with 443 or 56 even if I personally cannot decipher them properly at this time. I was honest and said I was not quite sure, about the two verses, but not the rest. I have brought in the context surrounding the verses and they also reveal that there are something fishy about the interpretation of those two verses.

                                      But; in case communion also can be about joining the assembly of God then there may be some kind of baptism with water, but because I do not know I do not argue that and you simply forced me to reveal it to you now and you are probably going to hold that against me. I have many theories, but also many arguments that I consider above theory-level, such as the ones I have clearly revealed in this thread. On the other hand I doubt 443 and 56 have anything to do with water or sand ablution whatsoever.

                                      But because you are so insistent I am going to attempt a translational effort of 443 and 56 and form an opinion based on what I know. I have a post where I even try among the post I have made so far. But even without succeeding in properly translating them I can nullify the rest based upon what I know and the analysis.

                                      Brother good logic had asked you a question. He asked, "So people are forced to observe 'salat' if it means contact prayer, but not forced if it means 'unity/communion'?"

                                      It is a very good question which I feel you have left unanswered in your reply.

                                      Just a question to try me. I have not said that; "you do not have to keep communion (assalat)", because it means to keep the people together under the teachings of God and not according to the teachings of the sects, which you sadly are an advocate for. So the people of the tribes of Israel were not told to uphold a ritualistic prayer, but they were told to keep together and not divide themselves into disputing sects over what had been revealed.

                                      Sorry. I find that the people who adhere to traditional "Islam" just fell victim to Pagan ritualism which has no basis within the teachings of God.

                                      Have faith

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                                        It is a possesive phrase. The first noun is dual not singular, Noon is dropped for construct.
                                        One fact renders all lengthy talk meaningless and baseless.
                                        Gaze is to look fixedly, to look for a long time with unwavering attention

                                        Only confounded-diplopic can see two images simultaneously.

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                                          It is a possesive phrase. The first noun is dual not singular, Noon is dropped for construct.
                                          One fact renders all lengthy talk meaningless and baseless.
                                          Gaze is to look fixedly, to look for a long time with unwavering attention

                                          Only confounded-diplopic can see two images simultaneously.

                                          I give a damn about your posessive phrases, besides even if it is about your intentions then it is a possessive phrase.

                                          The first noun is dual not singular,

                                          How does it matter to prove my point? It just causes inconsistency with your claim of parts of the day.

                                          Instead arguing can you please explain how you are thinking.

                                          Gaze is to look fixedly, to look for a long time with unwavering attention

                                          Yes. And is it not to have your focus from the beginning of the day until the end of the day so it is "for a long time".

                                          Skip your scholarly ways and see it with your own brain instead.

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