In today's society, the treatment of the Quran differs significantly from its intended purpose of revelation. In the Islamic world at large, very few individuals truly understand the contents of the Quran.
Some among them often adorn the Quran beautifully and hang it on their walls at home, and the elderly read it occasionally. They believe that the Quran safeguards its readers from "misfortune and hardship." According to this belief, the Quran is regarded as a kind of amulet against disaster.
However, the verses of the Quran state that the actual purpose of its revelation is entirely different from what has been mentioned above."
"Understanding the Verses of The Most Forbearing…"
In numerous other verses, The Most Forbearing emphasizes that one of the main purposes of revealing the Quran is to invite humans to contemplate. In the Quran, The Most Forbearing calls upon humanity not to blindly follow the beliefs and norms taught by society, but to reflect by first removing all prejudices, taboos, and limitations from their minds.
Humans should ponder over how they came into existence, the purpose of their lives, why they will die, and what happens after death. They should question how both themselves and the entire universe came into being and how they both continue to exist. While doing this, they must free themselves from all bonds and prejudices.
If someone thinks—by liberating their mind and conscience from all social, ideological, and psychological constraints—they will eventually realize that the entire universe, including themselves, has been created by a Supreme Power. Even when observing their own bodies or everything in the world, they will see harmony, planning, and wisdom in their design.
The Quran provides guidance to humanity on this matter. In the Quran, The Most Forbearing informs us about what we should reflect upon and observe. Through the contemplation taught in the Quran, a person who believes in The Most Forbearing will better perceive the perfection, eternal wisdom, knowledge, and power of The Most Forbearing in His creation. If a believer starts to think according to the methods taught in the Quran, they will quickly realize that the entire universe is a work of art and the universe is not the artist itself. Every work of art shows the unique and distinct skill of its creator and conveys its messages.
In the Quran, humans are called to reflect upon various events and natural phenomena, which clearly testify to the existence and oneness of The Most Forbearing along with His attributes. In the Quran, everything that provides this testimony is called "signs," which means "proven evidence, absolute knowledge, and statements of truth." Therefore, the signs of The Most Forbearing greatness consist of everything in this universe that demonstrates and conveys the existence and attributes of The Most Forbearing. Those who can observe and always remember this will understand that the entire cosmos is composed solely of signs of The Most Forbearing greatness.
Indeed, it is the duty of humans to be able to see the signs of The Most Forbearing greatness… Thus, they will recognize the Creator who created them and everything else, draw closer to Him, find the meaning of their existence and life, and become fortunate in both this world and the hereafter.
This book cannot encompass all the countless signs of The Most Forbearing greatness, nor can any other book. Everything, from a human's breath to political and social developments, cosmic harmony in the universe, down to the smallest atoms, are all signs of The Most Forbearing greatness, and they all operate under His control and knowledge, obeying His laws. Discovering and recognizing the signs (verses) of The Most Forbearing requires personal effort. Each individual will discover and understand the verses of The Most Forbearing according to their own level of understanding and reasoning.
Of course, there are guidelines that might help. First and foremost, one can study specific points emphasized in the Quran to develop a thinking mindset that enables them to perceive the entire universe as a manifestation of The Most Forbearing creations.
This book is written to highlight certain matters that the Quran encourages us to contemplate."
"In the Quran, The Most Forbearing invites those with intellect to ponder over things that are often overlooked by others, or what is commonly labeled as mere "evolution," "coincidence," or "natural wonders."
"People of intellect perceive the signs of The Most Forbearing greatness and endeavor to understand His boundless knowledge, power, and artistic creations. They do this by contemplating and reflecting upon these matters, for The Most Forbearing knowledge knows no limits, and His creations are flawless and perfect.
For those who possess intellect, everything around them is a sign of creation."
