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The temporal extent and the place of the descent
of angels and spirit in the night of Qadr
in Shia and Sunni interpretations
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Mohammadali Tajari *   1, Tahereh Rahimipour2 |
1- Associate Professor Department of Quranic and Hadith Sciences, University of Qom , ma.tajari@yahoo.com
2- Master's degree in Qur'anic and Hadith Sciences, Narrative interpretation, University of Qom |
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Abstract: (95 Views) |
| "The Night of Qadr is one of the most significant Quranic teachings. This article, using a descriptive-analytical method, examines the temporal extent, place of descent, and the descent of angels and the Spirit on the Night of Qadr from the perspective of both Sunni and Shia interpretations." The primary focus of this research is on whether or not Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Qadr) existed before Islam, and whether it continued after the Prophet's demise. Additionally, the research aims to clarify the specific location where the angels and the spirit descend during Laylat al-Qadr. The answer to this question, in addition to specifying the temporal extent of Laylat al-Qadr (Night of Qadr), clarifies the position of divine proofs (Hujjat Allah). According to the research findings, contrary to the belief of some interpreters, Laylat al-Qadr is not exclusive to the era of the Prophet Muhammad; "rather, it existed before Islam and will continue until the Day of Judgment every year in the month of Ramadan." After the Prophet's demise, angels and the spirit descend during Laylat al-Qadr upon the perfect human, namely the Infallible Imam, who is spiritually close to the horizon of prophethood and the source of revelation and inspiration. |
Article number: 2 |
| Keywords: Night of Qadr, Place of Descent of Angels, Laylat al-Qadr, Abode of the Spirit, Descent of the Soul. |
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Type of Study: Research |
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Received: 2023/10/27 | Accepted: 2024/05/13 | Published: 2024/10/30
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