Explain eight other names by which the Qur 'a-n is known.

Eight other names by which the Qur'an is known

The Qur'an describes itself by many titles, each pointing to one of its qualities or functions:

1. Al-Furqan (The Criterion): because it distinguishes truth from falsehood, right from wrong.
2. Al-Kitab (The Book): because it is the written, complete scripture.
3. Adh-Dhikr (The Reminder): because it reminds mankind of Allah and their duties.
4. At-Tanzil (The Revelation Sent Down): because it was sent down from Allah to the Prophet.
5. An-Nur (The Light): because it guides people out of darkness into light.
6. Al-Huda (The Guidance): because it directs mankind to the straight path.
7. Ash-Shifa' (The Healing): because it cures spiritual and moral diseases of the heart.
8. Al-Mau'izah (The Admonition): because it exhorts and warns believers to do good.

Other names also mentioned include Al-Hikmah (The Wisdom), Al-Haqq (The Truth) and Al-Mubin (The Clear). Each title reflects the sublime nature and purpose of the Qur'an.