Fiftieth sura revealed to the Prophet (s)

Exegesis of the Verses

Sura al-‘Alaq comprises several pivotal verses, with the first five being the most prominent; they proclaim the act of creation and the nature of knowledge. The injunction to “Read!” (Iqra) encapsulates the essence of education and intellectualism within Islam, promoting literacy and wisdom as foundations of faith. The theme of knowledge is central to Shia teachings, reinforcing the theological understanding that faith must be informed by knowledge.

Divine Creation and Human Responsibility