Section 1: Passages from the Quran - 1) Ayat al Kursi Flashcards
For class test.
[Theme] What does this passage talk about?
This passage talks about 1) tawhid, 2) unity of Allah, 3) monotheism, and tells us about many of the qualities of him
[Theme] What do we learn from this passage?
We learn that God is different from humans and other creations as He lives on His own,
[Theme] How is Allah different from his creation?
1) He is doesn’t need anybody and is eternal.
2) He is not temporary, unlike his creation.
3) He knows everything. Our knowledge is limited.
4) His majesty, uniqueness, knowledge and Being are totally unlike other beings. “There is none like Him.” (Surah 112).
[Theme] What is the central idea of this passage?
The central idea in the surah is the throne, al-kursi. The word shows that the power and rule of Allah that extends over the heavens and the earth; nothing lies outside it.
Therefore, He is the only one whose commands are executed and who can make decisions about His creation, as He has knowledge and power over all things.
[Theme] What is the theme of ayat-al-Kursi?
This passage talks about 1) tawhid, 2) unity of Allah, 3) monotheism, and tells us about many of the qualities of him
- We learn that God is different from humans and other creations as He lives on His own,
1) He is doesn’t need anybody and is eternal.
2) He is not temporary, unlike his creation.
3) He knows everything. Our knowledge is limited.
4) His majesty, uniqueness, knowledge and Being are totally unlike other beings. “There is none like Him.” (Surah 112).
The central idea in the surah is the throne, al-kursi. The term implies the power and rule of Allah that extends over the heavens and the earth; nothing lies outside it. Therefore, He is the only one whose commands are executed and who can make decisions about His creation, as He has knowledge and power over all things.
[Importance] In light of the theme of the Surah, what importance does it have for muslims?
This passage presents the themes of God’s need for no one and his eternal nature by comparing Him to humans using basic attributes, for example, sleep, tiredness, and knowledge.
These verses encourage the believing Muslims to think over and understand God in the light of such comparisons.
[Importance] How can muslims appreciate the ideas expressed in the passage?
They can do this by regular prayer offered in complete devotion; ensuring there are no pictures at home in front of the person praying. They should also not let materialistic thoughts become modern day idols that distract us from the attention of God.
[Importance] What is importance of ayat-al-Kursi in a Muslim’s daily life?
Ayat al-kursi talks about the power of God. Muslims should take the shelter of this verse and use it as a prayer for protection. The Prophet declared it to be one of the best passages of the Qur’an. Muslims should, therefore, recite it daily for protection as well.
Talk about importance of ayat-al-Kursi.
This passage presents the themes of God’s self-subsistence and eternal nature by comparing Him to humans using basic attributes, for example, sleep, tiredness, and knowledge. These verses encourage the believing Muslims to think over and understand God in the light of such comparisons.
Muslims grasp the exalted nature of God and learn that it is very important to remember Him. They can do this by regular prayer offered in complete devotion; ensuring there are no pictures at home in front of the person praying. They should also not let materialistic thoughts become modern day idols that distract us from the attention of God.
Ayat al-kursi talks about the power of God. Muslims should take the shelter of this verse and use it as a prayer for protection. The Prophet declared it to be one of the best passages of the Qur’an. Muslims should, therefore, recite it daily for protection as well.
