Verse 42
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The Qur’an has been called Dhikr because (a) it presents and repeats its principles and themes in different forms, thus making men remember them; (b) it reminds men of the noble teachings that were revealed in former Scriptures; and (c) by acting upon its teachings men can rise to the heights of spiritual eminence (Dhikr also meaning, honour).
Commentary:
The Quran has been called ذکر (Reminder) in this verse because first, it presents and repeats its principles and themes in different forms, thus making men remember them. Secondly, because it reminds them of eternal truths that are ingrained in their nature. Thirdly, because it reminds them of the noble teachings that were revealed in former Scriptures; and fourthly, because by acting upon its teachings men can rise to the heights of spiritual eminence.
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Commentary:
The Quran has been called ذکر (Reminder) in this verse because first, it presents and repeats its principles and themes in different forms, thus making men remember them. Secondly, because it reminds them of eternal truths that are ingrained in their nature. Thirdly, because it reminds them of the noble teachings that were revealed in former Scriptures; and fourthly, because by acting upon its teachings men can rise to the heights of spiritual eminence.
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The Qur’an has been called Dhikr because (a) it presents and repeats its principles and themes in different forms, thus making men remember them; (b) it reminds men of the noble teachings that were revealed in former Scriptures; and (c) by acting upon its teachings men can rise to the heights of spiritual eminence (Dhikr also meaning, honour).