An Evaluation of the Significance of the Aspects of the Quran’s Miraculous Nature with Emphasis on Quranic Statements of Ayatollah Khamenei

Document Type : Original Article

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Imam Khomeini Educational Research Institute

Abstract

The Holy Quran is a divine book whose content and wording were entirely revealed by God to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH). It is the everlasting miracle of the Prophet and serves as proof of his prophethood. One way to establish the divine origin of the Quran is by demonstrating its miraculous nature. Islamic scholars have identified various aspects of the Quran’s miraculousness, with some considering a particular aspect as the most significant. This article highlights the most well-known aspects of Quranic miracles and, drawing on the views of Ayatollah Khamenei, identifies the most significant aspect of the Quran’s miraculousness. By analyzing several dimensions of Quranic miracles and examining the statements of the Supreme Leader of Iran on this subject, the study also reviews the perspectives of other scholars. Using a descriptive-analytical approach, this research establishes that the Quran, as a clear and enlightening book, possesses multiple dimensions of miraculousness. However, considering the Quran’s universality, eternity, and the purpose behind granting miracles to prophets, the most significant aspect of the Quran’s miraculous nature is its guiding miracle (I'jaz Hidayati).

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  • Receive Date: 25 November 2024
  • Revise Date: 19 December 2024
  • Accept Date: 11 March 2025
  • Publish Date: 09 April 2025

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