“Alif, Lām, Meem.”
The exact meaning of this verse is unknown. But this verse could be indicating the fact that the Holy Quran is comprised of Arabic letters and words which the Arabs, who were the first to hear it, were very familiar with. This means that they had no excuses but to accept the truthfulness of the Holy Quran, as they fully understood its miraculous words, words which they could not match in meaning, elegance and practical application, even though they were masters of the Arabic language and referred to themselves as the most elegant of speakers. Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 23:
“And if you are in some doubt, concerning what We sent down upon Our special devotee, then bring one chapter like it, and call upon all your helpers beside Allah, if you are truthful.”
Even if someone produces an elegant and rhythmic Arabic sentence they could never match its deep insights, which penetrate the very essence of human nature, psyche and attitude. They could not match its ability to be easily understood, even by uneducated people and practically applied in one’s life. As it addresses the very nature of humans, it is timeless advice which benefits every person, place and generation. Not a single verse of the Holy Quran can or will be matched in this respect. Another proof of its divine origins.
The expressions in the Holy Quran are unmatched while its teachings are explained in a simple way. The Holy Quran mentions the previous nations in detail, even though the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him, was not educated in these matters. The Holy Quran commands every good and forbids every of evil so that security and peace can spread in every household and society. The Holy Quran does not exaggerate or lie unlike most poems and stories. All the short and long verses in the Holy Quran are beneficial to every person, irrespective of their gender, age, social status or anything else. Even when the same story is repeated in the Holy Quran different lessons are highlighted. Unlike all other books, the Holy Quran does not bore the seeker of truth. The Holy Quran supports its warnings and promises with undeniable proof and evidence. When the Holy Quran discusses something which can be considered abstract, such as adopting patience, it always provides an easy way to practically implement it. It encourages one to fulfil the purpose of their creation, which involves using the blessings one has been granted in ways pleasing to Allah, the Exalted, in a straight forward yet profound way. It makes the right path clear and appealing to anyone who desires real success in both worlds. The knowledge of the Holy Quran is timeless, as it targets human nature, which is timeless, and can therefore be applied to every age, society and generation. It is a cure for every emotional, economical and physical difficulty when it is understood and applied under the guidance of the traditions of the Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. It is the solution for every problem an individual or a society can ever face. One only needs to observe history to clearly see that the societies which implemented the teachings of the Holy Quran succeeded in spreading justice and peace. Centuries have passed yet the Holy Quran has maintained its purity as Allah, the Exalted, promised to safeguard it. No other book possesses this quality. Chapter 15 Al Hijr, verse 9:
“Indeed, it is We who sent down the message [i.e., the Quran], and indeed, We will be its guardian.”
The Holy Quran is the greatest and timeless miracle of Allah, the Exalted, which He granted to His Holy Prophet Muhammad, peace and blessings be upon him. But only the one who seeks the truth, even if it contradicts their desires, will benefit from it. The seeker of their desires will merely cherry pick from it and as a result they will not obtain right guidance in both worlds. Chapter 17 Al Isra, verse 82:
“And We send down of the Quran that which is healing and mercy for the believers, but it does not increase the wrongdoers except in loss.”
Chapter 2 Al Baqarah, verse 1:
“Alif, Lām, Meem.”
The main component of knowledge is letters. Therefore, this verse could also be indicating the importance on knowledge. Gaining and acting on both worldly and religious knowledge is a duty on all in Islam, according to the Hadith found in Sunan Ibn Majah, number 224. Ignorance only leads to sins and misguidance, as sins cannot be avoided without knowledge nor can right guidance be obtained without it. One must ensure that they act on their knowledge, as knowledge by itself is not useful until it is acted upon. Just like a map to a destination is not useful until one practically uses the map to reach the destination, similarly, knowledge without practice does not lead to success. Chapter 62 Al Jumu’ah, verse 5:
“…and then did not take it on(did not act upon knowledge) is like that of a donkey who carries volumes [of books]…”
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