BIRR -2 "Comprehensive Ethics of Goodness, Truth and Piety"
Birr and Ebrar: Comprehensive Goodness, Righteousness, and Piety in the Quran One of the most fundamental ethical concepts in the Quran summarizing human obligations towards Allah and society is the word " birr " (البرّ). The word "birr" encompasses a broad range of meanings, including goodness, benevolence, righteousness, loyalty, and obedience. It signifies a state of goodness that includes not only individual worship but also social justice, self-sacrifice, and heartfelt sincerity. Those who embrace and reflect this virtue in their lives are described in the Quran as " ebrar " (الأبرار). This article will detail the linguistic origins, contextual scope, and relationship with divine manifestations of the Quranic concepts of "birr" and "ebrar." 1. Etymology and Semantic Depth of the Concept of Birr The word " birr " is derived from the Arabic root ب ر ر (b-r-r) . This root signifies meanings such as "expansiveness,"...