Meaning of Verses and Their Types in the Quran, Understand the Differences

Kapanlagi.com - Ayat (verse) has certainly become a familiar word or term, especially for most Muslims. This is because verses are an inseparable part of a letter in the Quran. Each letter in the Quran consists of several verses that are interrelated in meaning. Therefore, to understand the contents of a letter, we must understand the meaning of each verse in that letter.

Although it has become a common word or term for Muslims, the fact is that there are still many people who misunderstand verses to this day. Many people assume that the length of a verse in the Quran is determined by the number of lines it has. Therefore, it is important to understand the meaning and interpretation of verses. Usually, the division of verses in a letter is necessary when performing tadarus or reciting together.

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To understand the meaning of verses, let's take a look at the following review that has been summarized by kapanlagi.com from various sources.

1. Meaning of Verses

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Etymologically or in terms of origin, the word 'ayat' comes from the Arabic language "ayatun", which in plural form becomes "ayat". Generally, ayat is interpreted as one of the signs or units of parts within a letter of the Quran. However, the meaning of ayat has also expanded.

Not only is it interpreted as a unit sign of parts within a letter, ayat is also often interpreted as a miracle. This is related to the fact that every ayat in the Quran comes down from Allah SWT through the Prophet Muhammad SAW. Meanwhile, as we know, the Quran is also considered one of the miracles of the Prophet Muhammad, the Messenger of Allah SAW.

In addition, the meaning of ayat can also be interpreted as the word of Allah SWT. As the word of Allah SWT, the verses of the Quran contain evidence, commands that must be done, prohibitions that must be avoided, and proof of the greatness of Allah SWT.

The word ayat, which originally came from Arabic, has now also been absorbed into Indonesian. Thus, the meaning of ayat can now also be found in the Great Indonesian Dictionary (KBBI). In the KBBI, the word ayat has several meanings. First, ayat can be interpreted as an address or sign. Then, ayat is also interpreted as several sentences that are a unit of meaning as part of a surah in the holy book of the Quran.

Not only related to the Quran, in Indonesian, the meaning of ayat is also used in the realm of law. Specifically, in regulations. Regarding this matter, KBBI defines ayat as several sentences that are a unit of meaning as part of a chapter in the law.

2. Types of Verses in the Quran

Verses in the Quran are actually divided into two types. As a Muslim, it is important to recognize both types of verses and their differences. This will help a Muslim understand the contents of the verses.

The division of two types of Quranic verses has been explained in Surah Al Imran verse 7, which roughly means as follows:

"It is He who has sent down to you, [O Muhammad], the Book; in it are verses [that are] precise - they are the foundation of the Book - and others unspecific. As for those in whose hearts is deviation [from truth], they will follow that of it which is unspecific, seeking discord and seeking an interpretation [suitable to them]. And no one knows its [true] interpretation except Allah. But those firm in knowledge say, "We believe in it. All [of it] is from our Lord." And no one will be reminded except those of understanding." (Q.S. Al-Imran, verse: 7)

3. Muhkamat Verses

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One type of verse is the muhkamat verse. Muhkamat verses are Quranic verses whose meanings are clear and direct. Therefore, a Muslim can easily understand them. Generally, muhkamat verses consist of verses that contain commands, prohibitions, warnings, and promises of Allah.

Examples of Muhkamat Verses:

1. Surah Al-Baqarah verse 183, which means:

"O you who have believed, decreed upon you is fasting as it was decreed upon those before you that you may become righteous."

2. Surah Ash-Shura verse 11, which means:

"There is nothing like unto Him, and He is the Hearing, the Seeing."

3. Surah Al-Ikhlas verse 4, which means:

"And there is none comparable unto Him."

4. Mutashabih Verses

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In addition to muhkamat verses, another type of verse in the Quran is mutashabih verses. The meaning of mutashabih verses is the opposite of muhkamat verses. Mutashabih verses are verses whose meanings are still vague, ambiguous, or have other meanings. Therefore, to understand mutashabih verses, interpretation using other verses or hadith explanations is needed.

Examples of Mutashabih Verses:

In Surah Az-Zumar verse 53, which means:

"Say, `O My servants who have transgressed against themselves [by sinning], do not despair of the mercy of Allah. Indeed, Allah forgives all sins."

This verse is then clarified in another verse, Surah Taha verse 82, which means:

"But indeed, I am the Perpetual Forgiver of whoever repents and believes and does righteousness and then continues in guidance."

Those are some explanations about the meaning of verses in the Quran. Hopefully, they are beneficial, can answer curiosity, and increase our knowledge as Muslims. Ameen.

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