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METAPHORICAL EXPRESSION AND THE THEME OF IMPOSSIBILITY IN THE QURAN In the Context of the Camel Passing Through the Eye of a Needle The Holy Quran, as a text addressing humanity, possesses a powerful rhetorical structure. Within this rhetoric, metaphorical expression holds a significant place. Metaphors used to convey themes such as impossibility, irrationality, or extreme difficulty particularly reveal the eloquence and richness of the Quran. This article will focus on the phrase " a camel passing through the eye of a needle " in the Quran, examining how metaphorical language carries a theological, psychological, and moral message, and will comparatively evaluate other similar metaphors. 1. Introduction The audience addressed by the Quran consists of people with different intellectual and social levels. Therefore, the Quran intensely uses symbolic, representative, and metaphorical language to convey its universal messages. These expressions often serve to concretize abstrac...

Du'a: The Name of Humiliation in the Quran – Approaching with Tazarru Du'a, More Than Just a Call The word " du'a " in Arabic comes from the root دعا ( da'ā ), meaning "to call, to summon." It shares the same semantic framework with da'wah (claim) and da'wat (invitation). This etymology allows us to understand du'a not merely as a request but also as an ontological stance related to the direction and content of a call . However, the Quran doesn't just leave du'a as "to ask" or "to call out." It presents it as a form of worship , an existential posture , and even a way of life . Specifically, Surah A'raf, verse 55, doesn't just describe du'a; it constructs it . A'raf 55 and 56: The "Prayer-ification" of Du'a "Call upon your Lord humbly (tadarru'an) and privately. Indeed, He does not like transgressors. And do not cause corruption on earth after its reformation. And invo...

Paradise and Tree Symbolism in the Quran: The Construction of a Monotheistic Order and Accursed Structures Centered on Desires Revelation, Consciousness, Society, and Paradise as an Alternative Life Design Introduction: Is Paradise Only for the Afterlife? Descriptions of Paradise in the Quran are generally understood as a place of reward after death. However, when examining the holistic structure of the Quran, it is seen that Paradise is not only an otherworldly promise but also a symbol of a peace and justice order that can be built on Earth. Hell, too, is not merely a torment after death but a state of consciousness born from the current world order built on oppression, arrogance, and polytheism. This article will explore the layers of meaning in the Quranic depictions of Paradise, symbolic expressions, particularly the "tree" (shajar) metaphor, the earthly manifestations of Hell, and the role of religion in confronting these structures. The aim is to present the monotheism...

Layers of Meaning of “Mâliki Yevmi’d-Dîn” in the Quran: The Day of Authority, Recompense, and Confrontation The phrase " Mâliki Yevmi’d-Dîn " (الدِّينِ يَوْمِ مَالِكِ) in the opening surah of the Quran, Al-Fatiha, carries linguistic, theological, and ontological intensity. This phrase is usually translated as "Master of the Day of Recompense" or "Owner of the Day of Judgment." However, considering the entirety of the Quran, "Yevmu'd-Dîn" is not merely a depiction of the afterlife but a profound warning that questions the legitimacy of today's authorities, exposes the masks of pseudo-religious figures, and calls for an accounting . 1. The Origin and Scope of the Concept of "Dīn" The Arabic word " dīn " (دين) originates from the root meaning " to obey, to submit, to recompense ." From the same root, "deyn" means debt, "madīnah" means a city subject to authority, and "mudīn" means ...

“Seek Help Through Patience and Prayer”: The Path and Direction of Help in the Quran In the Quran, a person's asking for help from Allah is not merely an expression of need at a given moment; it is also defined as a state of consciousness , a moral stance , and an existential position . How and by what means help should be sought is particularly clarified by the following verse: "And seek help through patience and prayer ; and indeed, it is difficult except for the humbly submissive [to Allah]." (Bakara 2:45) This verse links the Quran's understanding of help to two fundamental concepts: patience (sabır) and prayer (salat) . When both concepts are understood beyond their ordinary meanings, it becomes clear that this verse offers not just consolation but a recipe for salvation . 1. SABR (صبر): Resilience, Continuity, and Conscious Waiting 1.1. What is Sabr? The word " sabr ," derived from the Arabic root ṣ-b-r (ص-ب-ر) , means to hold fast, resist, restrain ...

Fate from the Quranic Perspective and a Critique of Astrology One of the oldest questions in human history is: "Are the events in my life destiny, or the result of my own choices?" This question has been answered differently in many religions and cultures, and the concept of "fate" in particular has often led to discussions about human will, responsibility, and freedom. In Islamic culture, the concept of Qadar (fate/destiny) has, over time, extended beyond the framework drawn by the Quran, taking on a dogmatic structure through mythological, metaphorical, and even astrological interpretations. In parallel, the understanding of astrology (müneccimlik), which means reading the future through stars, has produced a false form of knowledge in the name of "fate" and become widespread among the populace. This article will address both the concepts of Qadar and astrology solely from a Quran-centric perspective , redefining them in the context of Allah's kn...

We Created Everything in Pairs: The Cosmic Principle of Duality in the Quran and Its Scientific Reflections The Quran is not merely a book of ethics guiding human behavior; it is also a discourse that presents universal principles concerning the universe, nature, and existence, encouraging humanity to contemplate and question. One of these principles is the "creation of everything in pairs." This expression doesn't just refer to the biological distinction between male and female; it reveals a broad principle of "duality" (a wholeness composed of opposites) extending from the structure of matter to cosmic order, from mental and moral antitheses to metaphysical understanding. Quranic Verses on the Principle of Duality 1. Dhariyat 49 "And We created pairs of everything that you may remember." (Dhariyat, 51/49) This verse is remarkable in terms of both scope and purpose. The phrase "everything" indicates that duality is not limited to humans or ...