17 Functions of the Quran in Islam, Life, Source of Knowledge

Al-Quran is the holy book of Muslims that was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the intermediary of the angel Gabriel which contains the word of God.

The Qur'an was revealed to be read, understood, and practiced as a guide for human life.

There are several kinds of functions of the Koran, namely:

• The function of the Koran in Islam.
• The function of the Koran for human life.
• The function of the Koran as a source of knowledge.

Al-Quran is the basis of Islamic law and the source of Islamic law for humans.

We, the Quran was revealed in Arabic. Until now the authenticity of the Koran is maintained because there is a guarantee from Allah SWT.

Now there are many Al-Quran that have translations, including the Indonesian translation.

It aims to make the Qur'an easier to learn and understand by Muslims. The following are some of the functions of the Quran:

The function of the Koran in Islam

1. Al Huda (Hint)

In the Qur'an, there are 3 positions of the Qur'an that function as instructions, namely instructions for:

• humans in general
• pious people
• believers

2. Al-Furqon (separator)

Al-Quran also functions as a separator between right and wrong (right and wrong). In the Qur'an, it is explained what people are allowed to do and what they are not allowed to do.

3. Al-Ashifa (Drug)

Al-Quran can be a medicine for people who read and practice it. For example, the medical benefits of the obligations of prayer, fasting, zakat and hajj.

4. Al-mau'izah (Advice)

There is a lot of advice, teaching, warning to those who are pious and who are on the path of Allah.

The advice contained in the Qur'an is usually related to an event that can be used as a lesson for people now or in the future.

Functions of the Quran for Human Life

1. As a guide to the straight path

Al-Quran provides guidance so that mankind can always be on the straight path.

The point is that humans can live properly and correctly according to the guidance of the Qur'an so that they continue to fear Allah.

2. It is a miracle for Prophet Muhammad SAW

Al-Quran which is the source of all laws and the perfection of the previous books is a miracle given to the Prophet Muhammad SAW.

Unlike other prophets who were given miracles such as talking to animals, curing diseases, and so on.

3. Describe human personality

It is explained that humans are intelligent creatures, can distinguish between good and bad, and make them different from animals.

4. It is a complement to the previous books

There are several books of Allah that were revealed before the Quran, such as the Bible, the Torah, and the Zabur.

We are only revealed to certain people at that time. In contrast to the Qur'an which was revealed to all mankind and will always exist until the end of time.

5. Explain the problems that people have disputed before

There are stories of the past in the Qur'an which then we can learn from the stories of the previous people so that we don't repeat the same mistakes that have been made before.

6. Al-Quran strengthens the faith of Islam

We can solidify faith us by reading, studying, and practicing the Qur'an.

The contents of the Qur'an make us more convinced that Islam is the true religion and should indeed be used as a way of life.

7. Guidance and law to live life

The Qur'an contains laws and human guidance in living life in the world. The Qur'an regulates how to relate to other people, trade, inheritance, zakat, and much more.

The function of the Koran as a source of knowledge

1. The science of monotheism

The science of monotheism is the science of kalam in Islam which discusses strengthening beliefs so that they can strengthen and eliminate doubts.

2. Legal studies

In the Qur'an there is also the science of law. For example, such as marriage law, inheritance, zakat, and others.

3. Sufism

Sufism is the science of how to purify the soul, purify morals and mind.

4. Islamic philosophy

Islamic philosophy is the relationship between theology and philosophy developed by Muslim scholars.

While in other philosophies sometimes they are still looking for the presence of God, but in Islamic philosophy, they already believe in the oneness of God, namely Allah SWT.

5. Islamic history

Al-Quran contains a lot of historical knowledge from the time of the formation of humans to the struggle of the Prophet Muhammad.

6. Islamic education science

Al-Quran is one of the main sources for studying Islam. In the Qur'an also often mentioned other sciences such as biology or astronomy.

These are some of the functions of the Koran that we need to know. May be useful.