Write on the Qur;ān as a source of guidance in all spheres of life.

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The Qur’an is the word of Allah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W.) as a complete guide for mankind in all spheres of life. Allah describes it as "a guidance for those conscious of Allah" (Q2:2) and "a clarification for all things" (Q16:89). Its guidance covers:

1. Belief (‘Aqidah): it teaches the Oneness of Allah (Tawhid), the angels, the revealed books, the prophets, the Last Day, and divine decree, forming the foundation of faith.
2. Worship (‘Ibadah): it prescribes the pillars of Islam such as Salat, Zakat, Sawm (fasting) and Hajj, and how to worship Allah sincerely.
3. Morality and conduct (Akhlaq): it enjoins truthfulness, justice, kindness, patience and modesty, and forbids lying, oppression, pride and indecency.
4. Social relations: it regulates marriage, divorce, inheritance, the rights of parents, children, neighbours and orphans, and the treatment of the poor.
5. Law and government: it lays down laws of justice, contracts, punishment of crimes (hudud), consultation (shura) and the duties of rulers and the ruled.
6. Economic life: it commands lawful earning, honesty in trade, payment of Zakat and charity, and forbids usury (riba), cheating and hoarding.
7. Knowledge and reflection: it urges the seeking of knowledge and reflection on the creation, guiding intellectual and spiritual growth.
8. History and lessons: it relates the stories of earlier prophets and nations as lessons and warnings.

Thus the Qur’an is a comprehensive guide, addressing the spiritual, moral, social, legal and economic needs of the individual and society, and leading to success in this world and the Hereafter.