How to Revive Our Hearts with the Light of the Quran?
4:25 Have you ever wondered why the Holy Quran introduces itself by the name "Dhikr" (Remembrance) in more than 65 verses? Many of us read the Quran, but perhaps fewer of us have tasted the "inner healing" and "peace of heart" that God has promised. In this video (Episode 37 of the series "Islam; Why and How?"), we explore how the Quran can treat our spiritual ailments, especially "heedlessness" (Ghaflah).
What we explore in this video:
The claim of the Quran's miracle lies not only in the eloquence of its words but its primary miracle is in changing the human state and reviving dead hearts. However, this cure is not automatic; like any other medicine, it requires "instructions for use" mentioned within the Quran itself.
Important chapters of this conversation:
Recitation beyond reading: Why is continuous recitation the key to change? Real recitation means reading with peace, focus, and ultimately "acting" upon the verses.
Seeking refuge from obstacles: The role of "Istia'dhah" (I seek refuge in Allah from Satan the expelled) in warding off temptations that prevent the light of the Quran from reaching our hearts.
The Divine Love Letter: Why is "Bismillah al-Rahman al-Rahim" at the beginning of the Surahs the key to understanding God's love and mercy? Even the verses of punishment are the warnings of a "kind mother" to protect her child.
The difference between listening and hearing: How we can absorb divine mercy by remaining silent and listening with our whole being.
Tadabbur (Contemplation); the ultimate goal of recitation: Tadabbur means realizing the harmony of the verses and reaching the "final goal"; which is exiting the darkness of ignorance towards the light of knowledge.
If you are looking for a way to escape daily anxieties and achieve spiritual balance, watch this video to the end and learn practical methods of interacting with the Quran.
About the series:
The series "Islam; Why and How?" hosted by Seyed Hamid Hosseini, is an effort to reread religious concepts with a practical perspective and answer the questions of contemporary humans about faith and life.