The Holy Quran (Arabic: الْقُرْآن, meaning "the recitation") is the central religious scripture of Islam, which Muslims believe is the literal word of God (Allah) as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. It is regarded as the final divine revelation in a lineage that includes the Torah, Psalms, and Gospel. Core Structure and Features
Whether you are a Muslim seeking to reconnect with your faith or a non-Muslim seeking truth, the Holy Quran demands to be read with an open heart. It does not ask for blind faith; it asks for reflection. As the verse states: "This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah." (Quran 2:2). holy quran
The Migration (Hijrah)
The Quran, however, remained a fortress. It recited stories of past prophets—Noah, Abraham, Joseph, Moses, and Jesus—showing Muhammad that he was not alone in his struggle. It offered patience: "So be patient with gracious patience" (Surah Al-Ma'arij, 70:5). It does not ask for blind faith; it asks for reflection
According to Islamic tradition, the Quran was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad on the night of Laylat al-Qadr, which is considered to be the most sacred night of the year in the Islamic calendar. The angel Jibril (Gabriel) appeared to the Prophet Muhammad and recited the first verses of the Quran, which are now known as Surah Al-Alaq (Chapter 96). Over the next 23 years, the Prophet Muhammad received periodic revelations, which were often in response to specific events or questions. It recited stories of past prophets—Noah, Abraham, Joseph,