Tadabbur means deep contemplation of the Qur’an — looking beyond its words to grasp divine wisdom and guidance. In this article, we will discover its linguistic and legal meanings, difference from Tafseer, virtues, and the steps that help achieve true Tadabbur. Linguistic Meaning "Tadabbur" is derived from (the verb) "Tadabbara,"…
Allaah, out of His Wisdom, has given an enemy of man the ability to influence him; an enemy who knows the means of man’s destruction, and what triggers a man to fall into evil! Shaytaan, the enemy, has mastered this skill; he is experienced and enthusiastic about doing it. He neither loses sight nor sleeps. Therefore, the mention of this enemy, his affairs, his army, and his tricks is mentioned profusely in the Qur’an – since, it is required for us to know our enemy, his ways, his warfare, and his potential.
Allaah (Ta’ala) says:
“Surely, Shaytaan is an enemy to you, so take (treat) him as an enemy.” [Surat Faatir (35:6)]
“The order to consider Shaytaan an enemy is a warning to make oneself ready to fight and struggle against him because he is an enemy who does not fall short in fighting the slaves (of Allaah) as much as he can.”[1] (more…)
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