In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful.
Brief commentary
on the book *Bitaqat al-Ta'rif* (Identification Cards).
with the surahs of the Noble Qur'an.
By Dr. Muhammad Ibn 'Abd al-'Aziz Ibn 'Umar Nasif
May Allah preserve him.
Surah al-A'raf
In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful. All praise is due to Allah, and may the peace and blessings of Allah be upon the Messenger of Allah.
We continue our gentle commentary on the identification cards.
And continuing with Surah al-A'raf
I have three reflections regarding this matter.
The time for the first prayer.
Regarding the names of the surahs.
Which were mentioned in the Book.
The reality is that
The books concerning the names of the surahs.
The independent
Not to mention the books on the sciences of the Qur'an and the works of Tafsir that mention the names of the surahs.
Extremely numerous.
For this reason, I have limited myself to what Imam [Name] has recorded.
The eminent scholar
Al-Biqa'i, in his book *Masa'id al-Nazar*.
And in his Tafsir, *Nazm al-Durar*.
The fundamental principle is the elevation of one's perspective, and it has been referred back to
The arrangement of the pearls.
In truth, I have relied upon this book.
For reasons including these:
He is a well-known Imam.
And that expanding one's efforts to collect what is contained within the books
It is difficult.
And it is not appropriate for the objective of the book.
And there is a more significant reason.
It is that al-Biqa'i attempts to
He connects every name he mentions for the surah.
according to its intended meaning.
Rather, one uses its names to infer its intended meaning.
Thus, it is possible for a person
One should review the names mentioned here.
In the book *Maṣāʿid al-Naẓar*.
So that one may understand its connection to the primary objective of the surah.
This is a matter subject to scholarly interpretation (ijtihad).
It still requires further critical examination.
So I did not wish to write it down here.
This is the second point of reflection.
This is part of my methodology for remembrance.
The reason for this naming.
As for the names, they are among the elevated points of consideration.
As I have stated.
As for the reason behind this naming,
For I am taking the necessary means.
The clear and straightforward path.
Even though it is possible
After that, a person may delve deeper.
In reality, this is the underlying reason.
The clear example is like Surah al-A'raf.
This is because he mentioned the term 'al-A'raf' within it.
This is a simple reason, yet it is
It is insufficient.
Or let us say
This is not the end of the road.
So let us reflect upon the reason for this naming.
For example, observe:
Some researchers suggest that the name
Al-A'raf is included within
A collection of surahs.
It was named after certain matters.
It pertains to the Day of Resurrection.
Whether it pertains to
The names of the Day of Resurrection.
Such as Surah al-Waqi'ah and Surah al-Qari'ah.
Or regarding the events of the Day of Resurrection.
Such as Surat al-Inshiqaq and Surat al-Takwir.
And [the surah of] al-Infitar.
Al-A'raf is one of those names.
on the Day of Resurrection
It is as if the names of the surahs
Which is inextricably linked to the Day of Resurrection.
It focuses on issues
A person ought to keep this in mind.
And it provides a conceptual framework
To begin with, this is merely
The names of the surahs.
It provides an initial conceptual framework.
until the Day of Resurrection
Nevertheless,
One may also research this matter further.
From the perspective of specification
The station of al-A'raf, unlike any other.
The [Day of] Reckoning, the Scale, and the Bridge.
And the distribution of the records.
With both the right hand and the left, in their entirety.
No surah was named after it.
In the name of Surat al-A'raf, why was it specifically singled out?
All of this is a matter for scholarly investigation and consideration.
And the human being reveals [his true nature] little by little.
In truth, these books
As I have said, they are numerous.
Yet it is also ever-renewing.
Whenever I enter the library
I find a book concerning the surahs or other subjects.
And you are the same.
At dawn today.
I found someone who spoke for half an hour.
Regarding the reason for naming Surah al-A'raf.
On YouTube
In truth, these matters are such that
It provides scope for broad consideration.
It was merely
The lines written here.
In the identification cards
It serves as the first step.
To embark upon reflection.
In this chapter
As for the third and final time.
It pertains to the subject of
A whole surah.
Surah al-A'raf
I stated in the book
Regarding the subject matter of the surah.
On the forty-third page.
With regard to its introduction.
At the forefront of these matters is a command
by following the revelation
And its categories.
The first [priority] is following the revelation.
The second [category] concerns the stories.
It clarifies the condition of people in relation to the revelation.
And the ultimate outcome of those circumstances.
the path they followed
Regarding the fundamentals
Guidance and misguidance.
And it is stated therein: "He whom Allah guides is the truly guided."
And it is stated therein: "Whoever Allah leads astray..."
“Those whom Allah sendeth astray, there is no guide for them. He leaveth them to wander blindly on in their contumacy.” (7:186)
I say this with regard to its introduction.
And its categories in general.
And the story of Adam, in particular.
In truth, the story of Adam is central to the surah.
It is as if it is providing the details.
What has been narrated regarding the Surah
Al-Baqarah
Adam was required to follow the revelation.
For whoever comes to you, it is Allah who guides.
So whoever follows His guidance, there shall be no fear upon them.
Nor shall they grieve.
In Surah al-Baqarah
It was here that the calls were issued.
For the first time.
And for the final time.
Following up on the story of Adam, peace be upon him.
These calls have come, O children of Adam.
We have sent down to you clothing to conceal your private parts.
O children of Adam, let not Satan tempt you.
Four calls.
You need to reflect upon it.
And what remains of the surah
It is connected in one way or another.
In this story
And it is a story
He appeared to our father in a likeness.
Our mission in this worldly life.
It is a subtle point that the end of the surah
This concludes the matter.
by a prostration
And we know that the Muslim woman
When you prostrate
For it was the devil who refused to prostrate.
And he mentioned it at the beginning of the surah.
He steps aside.
regretful or
Regretting what had transpired on his part.
The son of Adam says:
Whoever prostrates when commanded to do so shall be granted Paradise.
I was commanded to prostrate, but when I prostrate, the Fire awaits me.
Or as it has come down in the hadith.
Keep these meanings present in your hearts.
And you are reciting its surah.
The momentous task, and ask Allah.
May Allah grant me and you an opening from His presence.
And may the blessings of Allah be upon our Prophet Muhammad.
And upon his family and all of his Companions.
All praise is due to Allah, Lord of the worlds.