Surah Yusuf Verse 1 Flashcards

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What does the first verse of Surah Yusuf discuss?

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The authenticity and status of the Quran

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What do the mysterious letters "Alif-Lãm-Ra" at the start of Surah Yusuf mean?

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Their meaning is known only to Allah.

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What does the term "Ayaat" refer to in the context of the Quran?

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Verses, signs, or miracles

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How has the Quran been preserved over the centuries?

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Through both written (Kitāb) and recited (Quran) forms

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Why does the Quran use the word 'تِلْكَ' (tilka - 'that or those' for something faraway) instead of 'هذه' (hadhihi - 'this or these' for something near)?

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The Quran's transcendent and exalted status.

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What are the two meanings of "ٱلْمُبِينِ" (al-Mubin) in the context of the Quran?

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It is clear, and it is from Allah

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Why does Allah call the verses of the Quran "Ayah" (sign or miracle)?

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To signify the eloquence of the Qur'anic language and that each verse has a message and is a miracle.

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Why is the Quran sometimes called "Kitāb" and other times "Quran"?

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"Kitāb" refers to its written form, and "Quran" refers to its oral form, signifying its dual preservation.

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What is the plural of ayah آية?

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آيات/ءَايَـٰتُ ayaat

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الٓر ۚ تِلْكَ ءَايَـٰتُ ٱلْكِتَـٰبِ ٱلْمُبِينِ

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Alif-Lãm-Ra. These are the verses of the clear Book.