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PROPHETS AS LORDS: THE SUBTLEST FORM OF CORRUPTING RELIGION ✨ 1. Introduction: Who Has the Authority to Rule? The essence of Islam is to recognize only Allah as “Rabb” (Lord). The word “Rabb” does not merely mean Creator; it also means One who nurtures, teaches, governs, and legislates. For this reason, the Qur’an prohibits taking not only religious scholars but even prophets as lords. “It is not for a prophet to say to people: ‘Be my worshippers instead of Allah’s.’ Rather, he would say: ‘Be people of the Lord (Rabbaniyyun), because you have been teaching the Book and studying it.’” ( Āl‑i ‘Imrān, 3:79 ) ⛔️ Thus, even a prophet cannot legislate in religion; his role is only to teach the revelation. 📜 2. What Does It Mean to “Take as Lord”? 🔍 To “take as lord” is not limited to prostration or supplication. The core meaning is: ➡️ To view a person as a religious authority, a lawgiver, and a determiner of what is permissible and forbidden. 📚 The Qur’an gives this example:...

The People of the Cave and the People of the Inscription A Conceptual Reading Centered on Surah al-Kahf As with many other narratives in the Qur’an, the story of the People of the Cave (Ashab al-Kahf) stands out not only as a historical account but also for its symbolic and instructive dimensions. This narrative emerges against the backdrop of questions posed to Prophet Muhammad by the polytheists of his time, often influenced by the speculations of the People of the Book. In Surah al-Kahf, Allah conveys the essence of this story, providing a timeless lesson while critiquing detailed and literalist approaches to such narratives. Two Groups: Ashab al-Kahf and Ashab al-Raqim The Qur’an mentions two distinct groups within this account: Ashab al-Kahf : These are young believers who withdrew completely from society to escape persecution for their faith. They retreated to a mountain cave, seeking refuge from oppression. Allah placed a barrier over their hearing, symbolizing their tot...