The Quran is the holy book of Islam, believed by Muslims to be a revelation from God (Allah). It is divided into chapters (surahs), which are then divided into verses.
Think of the Quran as the ultimate guidebook for Muslims, much like how a recipe book guides a chef. Just as each recipe has specific instructions and ingredients, each surah in the Quran provides guidance on aspects of life and faith.
Surah: A chapter or section of the Quran. There are 114 surahs in total.
Hadith: These are sayings, actions or approvals of Prophet Muhammad. They serve as supplementary texts to the Quran and provide additional context and understanding.
Tafsir: This term refers to exegesis, usually of the Quran. It's like an expert commentary or deep-dive analysis that helps readers understand complex passages.
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