yes,The term ‘Qur'an’ has the meanings of ‘the recitation’, or ‘that which is to be recited’ and of ‘that which is recited.’ Indeed, the Qur'an itself has employed the connotation ‘the scripture that is recited’ in connection with this term (13:31). Unlike the earlier scriptures, the Qur'an is never a compilation of legal pronouncements or code of laws (Taurat), or hymns (Zaboor) or a collection of Gospel of good news (Injeel). It is highly probable that the Qur'an has been named as the last scripture because each one of its words is to be repeatedly read by thousands upon thousands of its believers and is to be so etched into their hearts as to mould their very lives according to its guidelines. As for the actual reason, it is the Lord Who sent it Who knows the answer thereof.
As far as its believers are concerned, the Qur'an is but the criterion to distinguish truth from falsehood. They understand that all that has been commanded therein constitute the good and all that has been prohibited therein constitute evil. In fact, the Qur'an introduces itself as Furqaan (2:53, 2:185, 3:4, 25:1) which means ‘the criterion to distinguish between truth and falsehood.’
The Qur'an also describes itself as Kitab (book), Dhikr (guidance), Burhaan (evidence), Shifa (cure), Kayyim (that which is pure), Muhaymin (that which preserves the previous scriptures) and the like. Through these attributes the reader of the Qur'an is exposed to the clear picture of the morality enshrined within. What is the meaning of ‘Book of Vedas’? The term Veda is a sanskrit word which means knowledge, learning etc. According to the vedic vision, the Vedas signify Shruthi (or ‘that which is heard’). It is believed that the contents of the Vedas comprise the words of the Lord Creator as heard by the Rishis. The RigVeda states that the Vedas originate in the Parampurush (10:90:9). In any event, the term Veda has been used in India to mean Divine Scripture. In due course of time, even the followers of the semitic religions in India have tended to describe their own religious scriptures as Vedas.
The term which the Qur'an has employed to refer to revealed scripture is Al-Kitab which, in turn, simply means ‘the Scripture’. The Qur'anic view is that the religious scripture consists of the revelations made to the messenger by the Lord Creator Himself. Divine revelations have been referred to as Wahy and as far as a revealed scripture is concerned, it contains wahy alone. However, it is not necessary that all Wahy made to all messengers should find mention in the scripture. In fact, it is only that portion of the Wahy which has been received with the special command for its inception in the scriptural text, that ultimately finds expression in it.
2006-09-12 00:31:52
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answered by sameera 2
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***is it right?***
Yes, Al Quran is the last scripture ( seal ).
The seven seals are books, all of them are no longer sealed. Folks just do not know of most of them or ignore them.
The Basics:
1- As Suhuf - ( Prophet Adam and Seth.)
2- Al Hikman - ( Prophet Luqman.)
3 - At Tawrah / Torah - ( Prophet Moses.)
4 - Az Zubwr / Psalms - ( Prophet Solomon.)
5 - Al Injil / Revelations - ( Prophet Jesus.)
6 - Kitaab Barnabaa - ( Apostle Barnabus.)
7 - Al Quran - ( Prophet Muhammad.)
We are on the Quran seal (book) now. That does not mean the other seals are ignored though. There is good in all of them.
Have a blessed day.
2006-09-13 06:07:03
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answered by zurioluchi 7
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The fact that you say " the Lord protector and creator" proves that you have not studied all the facts, because only certain so called faiths refer to him that way. Second you state in your question your beliefs and hence forth ask a loaded and biased question. Why do you come forth with this knowing you will not find truth through selfish means. Your question does not deserve to be answered and you insult all here trying to help others..... unless you would like to clarify you're question....
2006-09-11 22:06:01
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answered by i.know9moreangels 1
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your initial question 'is it right'
the Koran isn't the last book to claim divine inspiration (just think of the book of Mormon for example)
also what is the pbuh business? i know it stands for 'peace be upon him' but that sounds like you are having to say a prayer for him after he has died - what did he ever do for you to deserve this?
also this 'divinely inspired' book states that his followers were to 'kill Jews Hindus and Christians wherever you find them'
is that the price of not being on YOUR side in this debate?
also this book espouses wife-beating too - what is in the Koran that ANY woman to accept without question?
i am not bashing any individual just pointing out how this 'last scripture' reads to non Muslims, of which there are many, who are out there
2006-09-11 21:52:06
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answered by Aslan 6
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Then why does the 2nd last scripture (the Bible ) end by saying:
Rev 22:18 I testify to everyone who hears the words of the prophecy of this book: if anyone adds to them, God will add to him the plagues which are written in this book; 19 and if anyone takes away from the words of the book of this prophecy, God will take away his part from the tree of life and from the holy city, which are written in this book.
Did your god have an afterthought and change his mind?
2006-09-11 21:49:40
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answered by oldguy63 7
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Thats not right its also very ignorant and annoying. Don't think forcing religon on anyone is going to win you anything. There are other religions and right now muslims are at the bottom of the gene pool get your people straightened out get them to stop being terrorists and then come talk to us about your religion and how great it is. untill the dont tell me how great your book is. Book of Terroists chapter 1
2006-09-11 21:49:39
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answered by knowitall 3
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I am a Christian well aware of what the Bible says and an avid reader of same. I recently read the KORAN and believe the inspiration to be from the same source, as the Bible.
2006-09-11 21:53:33
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answered by icheeknows 5
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beeeeeeeep!! WRONG! (did you hear the bad buzzer? IT was pretty loud).
Stop trying to force your crap onto everybody else!!
Man, it's like another Hitler has risen and wants to take over the world and destroy anybody who thinks differently, and then as the utter sick gall to call it "God's will". BLAH to all of it! It's a bunch of sick in the head bull!!
2006-09-11 21:48:16
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answered by Anonymous
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The Muslim God is just as imaginary as the Jew & Christian Gods.
If you expect the Quran to be accepted by all, you are going to be in for a very long wait.
2006-09-11 21:53:57
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answered by Left the building 7
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Using that logic we could just as well all follow Joseph Smith.
2006-09-11 21:48:48
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answered by Augustine 6
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