A proposed simple classification of the Book
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A proposed simple classification of ?The Book? (Al-Kitab)
1- Motashabeh (37) (The Objective Part) (Proof of Prophethood) (The protector part) consisting of A) The 7 pairs (1587) (probably the 14 Quranic initials, 7x2) and B) The Quran which consists of a) Divine description of natural phenomena (e.g.5519-20) or b) Divine narration of stories of humans (e.g. Most of Chapter 12).
2- Mohkam (37) (The Subjective Part) (Proof of Messengership) (The protected part) (Divine Rules & Instructions) (Om Al-Kitab) (Core of the Book ) consisting of A) The 10 commandments (6151-153) and B) All the other Do?s and Dont?s (e.g. 53
Remember, ?All is from our Lord?
Wagur
Verses referred to in the above classification
37 He is the One who sent down to you the Scripture, from which there are governing verses; they are the essence of the Scripture; and others which are similar. As for those who have disease in their hearts, they will follow what is similar from it seeking to confuse, and seeking to derive an interpretation. But none know its interpretation except God and those who are well founded in knowledge, they Say "We believe in it, all is from our Lord." And none will remember except the people of understanding.
1587 And We have given you seven of the pairs and the great Quran.
5519-20 He merges the two seas where they meet. A barrier is placed between them, which they do not cross
Chapter 12 Joseph.
6151-153 Say "Come let me recite to you what your Lord has forbidden for you that you should not set up anything with Him; and be kind to your parents; and do not kill your unborn children for fear of poverty, We provide for you and for them; and do not come near lewdness, what is plain of it or subtle; and do not kill the soul which God has forbidden, except in justice. That is what He enjoined you that you may comprehend." "And do not come near the money of the orphan, except for what is best, until he reached his maturity; and give honestly full measure and weight equitably. We do not burden a soul except by what it can bear, and if you speak then be just even if against a relative; and regarding the pledges made to God, you shall observe them. This He has enjoined you that you may remember." And this is My path, a Straight One. "So follow it, and do not follow the other paths lest they divert you from His path. That is what He has enjoined you to that you may be righteous."
538 The male thief, and the female thief, you shall cut from their resources as a punishment for their crime, and to serve as a deterrent from God. God is Noble, Wise.