اقْرَأْ بِاسْمِ رَبِّكَ الَّذِي خَلَقَ
Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1-5)
“Read in the name of your Lord who created, created man from a clot [a piece of thick coagulated blood]. Read, and your Lord is the most Generous-who taught by the pen-taught man that which he knew not.”
Importance:
This is the first revelation and highlights the act of reading and seeking knowledge as a divine command. It underscores learning as a path to understanding Allah’s creation and commands.
إِنَّا أَنْزَلْنَاهُ قُرْآنًا عَرَبِيًّا لَعَلَّكُمْ تَعْقِلُونَ
Surah Yusuf (12:2)
“Indeed, We have sent it down as an Arabic Quran so that you may understand.”
Importance:
This verse emphasizes the Quran’s revelation in Arabic for deep comprehension and encourages learning the language for an authentic understanding of its teachings.