In this episode, we explore the powerful statement: ʿAllama al-Quran, He taught the Quran.
Why does the surah mention teaching the Quran before even mentioning the creation of the human being? Why is guidance placed before life itself?
We examine how this phrase responds to earlier nations who were destroyed after rejecting miracles and why the coming of the Quran represents an extraordinary and unprecedented rahmah. The Quran is both message and miracle combined and unlike previous nations, those who rejected it were not immediately annihilated, itself a sign of overwhelming divine care.
This episode also explores a profound shift in perspective: the Quran is not merely information, it is transformation. Teaching implies nurturing, repetition, patience and growth over time. It is not about credentials or prestige, but about entering a lifelong relationship of learning with the One who chose to be your teacher.
If Ar-Rahman is the lens, then everything in the Quran, including warning, accountability and even descriptions of punishment, must be understood through that lens of love and care.
This episode reshapes how we see revelation, purpose and our place as students of the Quran.
Surah Ar-Rahman recitation recorded and provided by Qari Ibraheem Bakeer – [ @Maqamat_with_Bakeer ]
https://youtube.com/@maqamat_with_bakeer?si=-r1KAAhlbA0xsgVD
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