The Qur'an is the central religious text of Islam, believed by Muslims to be a revelation from God. It is widely regarded as the finest work in classical Arabic literature. The Qur'an is divided into 114 chapters, known as suras, which are then divided into verses. The Qur'an is believed to have been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over a period of 23 years. It is believed to be the literal word of God, revealed to Muhammad through the angel Gabriel. The Qur'an is divided into two parts: the Meccan suras, which were revealed before the Prophet's migration to Medina, and the Medinan suras, which were revealed after the migration. The Qur'an contains a variety of topics, including stories of the prophets, instructions for worship, laws, and guidance for living a moral life. It also contains verses that are believed to be of a miraculous nature, known as ayat al-karima. The Qur'an is the primary source of Islamic law and is used as a source of guidance for Muslims in all aspects of their lives. It is also used as a source of inspiration and spiritual guidance.
By Muhammad · First published 650 · Genre: Religious Text, Philosophy, History · 60 chapters