I had a thought, which I wanted to share. Islam continuously invites everyone, regardless of their level of knowledge, to reflect on the Holy Quran. Chapter 38 Saad, verse 29:
“[This is] a blessed Book which We have revealed to you that they might reflect upon its verses and that those of understanding would be reminded.”
And chapter 16 Al Nahl, verse 44:
“[We sent them] with clear proofs and written ordinances. And We revealed to you the message [i.e., the Qur’ān] that you may make clear to the people what was sent down to them and that they might give thought.”
Thus, the belief that contemplation of the Holy Quran is solely for scholars is misguided and contradicts the essence of Islamic teachings. However, it is crucial to understand that this does not imply that those without scholarly training should interpret verses or derive legal rulings independently, as this could lead to misguidance. Instead, individuals should focus their reflections on aspects that are not related to Islamic jurisprudence, concentrating on straightforward and clear matters, such as the positive traits Muslims should embody and the negative traits they should avoid, as outlined in the Holy Quran, so that they achieve peace of mind in both worlds. This level of reflection is accessible to everyone. More complex subjects should be approached with the support of reliable translations and commentaries to ensure proper guidance. When laypeople engage with the Holy Quran through translations and explanations it fosters a deep love and reverence for Allah, the Exalted, and strengthens their faith through understanding the clear proofs and evidences found within the Holy Quran. This will ensure a genuine desire to obey Him which ensures they practically prepare for their accountability on the Day of Judgement by correctly using the blessings He has granted them as outlined in Islamic teachings. The most effective way to achieve this understanding is through learning under the mentorship of a scholar. It is essential that whatever is learned in this context is personally reflected upon, enabling individuals to apply the teachings of the Holy Quran in their daily lives. However, if studying under a scholar is not feasible, one should turn to authentic interpretations of the Holy Quran and seek guidance from scholars whenever confusion arises on any subject.
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