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The Roar of the Golden Calf and the Sacrifice of the Cow

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The Roar of the Golden Calf and the Sacrifice of the Cow: A Quranic Reading through "Corpse," "Bellow," and "Footprint of the Messenger" This study undertakes a comparative semantic, linguistic, and symbolic analysis of the Quranic narratives of the  Golden Calf  ( عِجْل ) and  The Cow  ( بقرة ). By examining the terms " corpse " ( جسد ), " bellow " ( خوار ), and " footprint of the Messenger " ( أثر الرسول ) within the Golden Calf narrative, alongside the detailed depiction of the cow in the Bakara surah, this research explores their profound messages for contemporary individuals and societies. 1. Introduction: Unveiling Quranic Narratives Quranic narratives aren't merely historical accounts; they're multi-layered stories that illustrate humanity's intellectual and spiritual journey. While the Golden Calf and Bakara (The Cow) narratives appear to describe distinct events, they share a deep symbolic connection. This...

Social Justice and the State Function of Zakat According to the Quran

Here’s your text translated into English in a fluent, article-style format while keeping the tone and structure intact: There is a Social Right in Wealth: Social Justice and the State Function of Zakat in the Qur’an Introduction The Qur’an does not leave economic justice to the individual’s conscience or voluntary morality alone; rather, it aims for this justice to be realized systematically and institutionally. According to the Qur’an, a person’s wealth is not gained solely through personal effort but also through the order and opportunities provided by society. Therefore, there is a “right” of society in one’s wealth. This right must be fairly and regularly transferred to the public through concepts such as zakat, infaq, and sadaqah. In this framework, zakat should not be seen merely as an act of personal worship but as a public fund, a social security mechanism, and a tool of social justice administered by the state. I. The Qur’an: Society’s Right in Wealth Surah Adh-Dhariyat...