Abstract
The Qur’an (Al-Baqarah 2:151–152) highlights Allah’s Great blessing upon humanity by sending the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), who recites the divine verses, purifies souls, and teaches the Book and wisdom—thereby guiding both the inner and outer aspects of human life. This mission is also the fulfillment of the supplication of Prophet Ibrahim (peace be upon him), and the designation of the Ka‘bah as the Qiblah reflects unity and divine wisdom in Islamic practice. Furthermore, the Qur’an (Aal ‘Imran 3:7) distinguishes between clear (muhkamat) and ambiguous (mutashabihat) verses, while the Prophet (peace be upon him) explained that those who pursue ambiguous verses with the intent of causing discord are misguided and should be avoided. Additional Hadith emphasize the importance of beneficial knowledge, adherence to the Sunnah, and sincerity, such as the saying: “The best among you are those who learn the Qur’an and teach it,” and “I leave behind two things; if you hold fast to them, you will never go astray: the Book of Allah and my Sunnah.” Altogether, this message underscores that true success in Islam lies in Adherence to the Qur’an and the Sunnah ,remembrance and gratitude to Allah, purification of the soul, and avoiding misguidance—leading to success in both this world and the Hereafter.
Keywards: Qur’an and Hadith, Islamic perspective, Recitation of Qur’an, Unity in Islam
Introduction:
Allah Almighty said in Quran;
كَمَآ اَرْسَلْنَا فِيْكُمْ رَسُوْلًا مِّنْكُمْ يَتْلُوْا عَلَيْكُمْ اٰيٰتِنَا وَيُزَكِّيْكُمْ وَيُعَلِّمُكُمُ الْكِتٰبَ وَالْحِكْمَةَ وَيُعَلِّمُكُمْ مَّا لَمْ تَكُوْنُوْا تَعْلَمُوْنَ ):۔القرآن،البقرۃ:151
Even as We have sent unto you an apostle from among yourselves to convey unto you Our messages, and to cause you to grow in purity, and to impart unto you revelation and wisdom, and to teach you that which you knew not:
interpretation
These verses conclude the discussion on the theme of the Qabalah قبلہ or religious orientation. So, Verse 151 repeats the second part of the prayer of Sayyad Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) with which the discussion had begun (Verses 127 – 129). He had, as one would recall, prayed Allah to accept his founding of the Kabbah کعبہ ، and to send among his progeny a Messenger from among themselves. The subsequent discussion on the subject of the Qabalah قبلہ has already shown that the first prayer has been heard and accepted. Now, Verse 151 declares that similarly the second request has also been granted, suggesting that since the Holy Prophet (صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم) has been sent in answer to the prayer of the founder of the Kabbah کعبہ ، it is no wonder that it should be appointed as his Qiblah قبلہ . Verse 151 has specifically mentioned that the new Prophet (Muhammad (صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم)) is sent with the same attributes as specified by Sayyidna Ibrahim (علیہ السلام) in his prayer, namely: (1) He recites to them the verses of the Qur’an; (2) He teaches them the Book and the wisdom; (3) He purifies them; (4) He teaches them things which his listeners did not know of, nor could they be found in the earlier Divine Books or through individual reason.
Since Allah has, in granting the two prayers, sent such great blessings to mankind, Verse 152 asks men to “remember” Him as the Supreme Benefactor, and to render Him thanks by being obedient. As long as they do so, Allah will “remember” them in showering on them His material and spiritual blessings. The verse ends with the reminder that men should not be ungrateful to Allah in denying His blessings or in being disobedient. In the light of this commentary, one can see that the word “as” (in Arabic, the letter Kaf which denotes a comparison between two terms) provides the link between Verse 151 and Verse 152. But, according to al-Qurtubi, the word Kaf or “as” is connected with the first phrase of Verse 152 -: “Remember Me, then”. Viewed in the line of this syntactical relationship, the two verses, taken together, would mean that the ability to “remember” Allah is as much a blessing for men as the ordination of the new Qiblah قبلہ and the coming of the Last Prophet (صلی اللہ علیہ وآلہ وسلم) ، and hence it is the duty of men to render thanks to Allah, so that they may continue to receive His favours.
The Holy Prophet said:
حَدَّثَنَا عَبْدُ الرَّحْمَنِ بْنُ مَهْدِيٍّ قَالَ حَدَّثَنَا يَزِيدُ بْنُ إِبْرَاهِيمَ عَنِ ابْنِ أَبِي مُلَيْكَةَ عَنِ الْقَاسِمِ بْنِ مُحَمَّدٍ عَنْ عَائِشَةَ أَنَّ النَّبِيَّ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ تَلَا هَذِهِ الْآيَةَ هُوَ الَّذِي أَنْزَلَ عَلَيْكَ الْكِتَابَ مِنْهُ آيَاتٌ مُحْكَمَاتٌ هُنَّ أُمُّ الْكِتَابِ وَأُخَرُ مُتَشَابِهَاتٌ فَأَمَّا الَّذِينَ فِي قُلُوبِهِمْ زَيْغٌ فَيَتَّبِعُونَ مَا تَشَابَهَ مِنْهُ ابْتِغَاءَ الْفِتْنَةِ وَابْتِغَاءَ تَأْوِيلِهِ وَمَا يَعْلَمُ تَأْوِيلَهُ إِلَّا اللَّهُ فَقَالَ رَسُولُ اللَّهِ صَلَّى اللَّهُ عَلَيْهِ وَسَلَّمَ فَإِذَا رَأَيْتُمْ الَّذِينَ يَتَّبِعُونَ مَا تَشَابَهَ مِنْهُ فَأُولَئِكَ الَّذِينَ سَمَّى اللَّهُ أَوْ فَهُمْ فَاحْذَرْهُمْ(Musnad Aḥmad, Volume 9, Hadith 611)
Narrated by ʿAbd al-Raḥmān ibn Mahdī: Yazīd ibn Ibrāhīm narrated to us from Ibn Abī Mulaykah, from al-Qāsim ibn Muḥammad, from ʿĀʾishah (may Allah be pleased with her) that the Prophet (peace and blessings be upon him) recited this verse:”He is the One who has sent down to you the Book. In it are verses that are clear and decisive—they are the foundation of the Book—and others are ambiguous. As for those in whose hearts is deviation, they follow what is ambiguous thereof, seeking discord and seeking its interpretation. And no one knows its true interpretation except Allah.”Then the Messenger of Allah (peace and blessings be upon him) said:
“So when you see those who follow what is ambiguous in it, they are the ones whom Allah has named (as deviant), so beware of them.”
Conclusion
In conclusion, the Qur’an stands as the ultimate, perfect, and eternal guidance revealed by Allah Almighty for the success of humanity in both this world and the Hereafter. Through the noble mission of the Prophet Muhammad (peace and blessings be upon him), mankind was blessed with divine revelation, purification of the soul, and practical wisdom that shapes every aspect of life. The Qur’anic teachings, supported by authentic Hadith, clearly distinguish between what is evident and what requires humility and restraint, warning believers against misinterpretation and deviation. True guidance, therefore, lies in sincere adherence to the Qur’an and the Sunnah, coupled with constant remembrance of Allah, gratitude for His great blessings, and a commitment to righteous action. A true believer seeks beneficial knowledge, avoids confusion and (discord), and strives for spiritual purification. By holding firmly to divine guidance and remaining steadfast upon truth, one attains inner peace, harmony, and ultimately the pleasure of Allah, which is the greatest success.
