KURANDAN DERSLER ÇIKARMAK 🌐

  The Concept of ʿAbd (عبد) in the Qur’an: A Re-reading 1. Introduction In contemporary religious discourse, the word ʿabd (عبد) is often narrowly understood as "to worship" or "to perform ritual acts of devotion." However, the Qur’an presents a broader and deeper meaning. The concept of ʿabd not only refers to turning towards Allah, but also to obedience and submission to Satan, ṭāghūt (tyrannical forces, idols), ancestral traditions, and humanly invented systems. Rarely do people explicitly say, “I worship Satan” or “I worship ṭāghūt.” Yet, the Qur’an emphasizes that the majority of people follow a misguided path, that true believers are a minority, and that those who affirm faith without associating partners with Allah are even fewer (Yūsuf 12:103–106). 2. The Use of ʿAbd in the Qur’an Turning solely to Allah: “Say: Indeed, I have been forbidden to worship (أعبد) those you invoke besides Allah, once clear proofs have come to me from my Lord. And I hav...

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,"...

🌟 Birr (البرّ) and Its Plural Ebrār (الأبرار) In the Qur’an, birr and its plural ebrār are powerful concepts that represent both moral excellence and a deeply internalized state of conscious piety . Let’s explore this with some multilayered insights that might surprise you: 🔎 ROOT ORIGIN: ب ر ر (b-r-r) The root meaning is: "Spaciousness, openness, firmness, and truthfulness." “Barr” also means “land” — as opposed to the sea — stable and firm. Thus, birr is intertwined with uprightness, honesty, and a reassuring simplicity. 🌱 NOT A DEED, BUT A NATURE In the Qur’an, birr is not merely “doing good deeds.” Its deeper meaning is: The internalization of truthfulness, virtue, and dedication as part of one’s character — almost like virtue becoming second nature. 📖 Qur’anic Verses Featuring “Birr”: Multilayered Reflections 1. Surah Al-Baqarah 2:177 – The Definition of Birr "Birr is not turning your faces toward the east or the west. Rather, birr is [...