Tag: Iqra Series
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 6
“Have you ever considered whether he is on the right way or is concerned with God consciousness?” Iqra (96): 11-12 People mostly mistake Scriptures as being the means to provide criteria for one to make decisions. Yes, the Scripture says that it is the criteria, this is an offer. But ultimately it is the reader […]
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 5
The first word of the first verse is addressing to people who are not reading creation. That is how revelation starts addressing human beings in the form of guidance for a person’s life journey from beginning to end. For every verse that we read, we need to ask how can I benefit from this verse. […]
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 4
“However, the return (including things) is to your Lord” Iqra (96):8 The Speaker in the scripture presents us with a suggestion. I read it and see what it has to say. I ask: 1. Who is speaking? It answers me: “Your Lord is speaking”. I say: “Do I have a Lord?” 2. Who is my […]
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 3
“Indeed the human transgresses” Iqra (96):6 “Whenever he believes himself to be self-sufficient” Iqra (96):7 What does being self-sufficient mean? Anything that does not need assistance; relying on oneself. What does reliance on God mean? Securing my future. How can I secure the future of my existence (Eternal life)? Let’s find out. Firstly, humanity needs […]
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 2
Recap: As far as I am concerned, I need to read the Quran as a LIVE SPEECH. My Creator is speaking to me right now. Its speech is a universal message. I observe that at every moment, creation is being renewed. My Creator speaks to me through His act of creation and my emotional journey […]
Practices in Reading the Quran Here and Now: Chapter Iqra (Read) – Part 1
The Creator creates everything with a purpose. It has endowed me with endless qualities. When I read, I understand. When I listen to music, I get emotionally engaged with how I feel. It speaks to me through my feelings, emotions and human qualities in interaction with the universe + It speaks to me verbally through […]
