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Research Objective

To explore the historical existence of Quranic readings (Qirt) during the time of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) and his companions, focusing on their teaching, preservation, and transmission, and to analyze their relevance in contemporary Islamic scholarship and practice.

Methodology

The study employs an analytical approach, examining key prophetic traditions (Ahadith) and scholarly interpretations to clarify the divine purpose behind diverse Quranic recitations and their historical and contemporary significance.

Methodology Flowchart

                        graph TD; A[Analyze Prophetic Traditions Ahadith] --> B[Examine Scholarly Interpretations] --> C[Clarify Divine Purpose of Readings] --> D[Assess Historical Significance] --> E[Evaluate Contemporary Relevance] --> F[Address Modern Misconceptions] --> G[Conclude on Validity and Preservation];                    

Discussion

The paper discusses the divine purpose behind the multiplicity of Quranic readings, emphasizing their role in accommodating linguistic diversity. It also addresses modern misconceptions about Quranic recitations and reaffirms their divinely mandated preservation.

Key Findings

Diverse Quranic readings were revealed to the Prophet through the angel Jibreel and were taught and transmitted during his era and the era of his companions. These variations were intended to facilitate ease for the diverse linguistic capacities of the early Muslim community. The study asserts the validity and continued relevance of these readings in contemporary Islamic scholarship and practice.

Conclusion

The research concludes that Quranic readings existed during the Prophetic and Companions' eras, served a divine purpose of facilitating understanding, and remain relevant and valid in contemporary Islamic scholarship and practice.

Fact Check

1. The article was received on September 01, 2024, revised on September 15, 2024, accepted on October 06, 2024, and available online on October 15, 2024. (Confirmed by the "History" section).
2. The journal is published by Al-Marjn Research Center, Lahore, Pakistan. (Confirmed by the "Publication, Copyright & Licensing" section).
3. The article is distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. (Confirmed by the "Publication, Copyright & Licensing" section).

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