Knowledge Of Quran ( Uloom-ul-Quran ) : Episode 2

 List some advantages of the Quran being revealed over a long period ( 23 years ).

1) To memorise and preserve with ease

2) The Sha´ariah ( Islamic law ) is revealed gradually

3) Verses revealed befit the situation and the ongoing circumstances

4) A constant source of patience/provision of spiritual strength

Which Surahs of the Quran are termed "Makkiah "?

The Surahs revealed before the Hijrah ( migration from Makkah to Madinah ) are known as " Makki Surahs ".

What does "Madniah Surah" means?

Surahs  revealed after the Hijrah, even if the revelation place was set to be
Makkah, are entitled " Madniah Surahs. "

How might the Makki and the Madniah Surahs be identified?

As for the Makki Surah, the key features include:

1) Short verses

2) Description/ Narration of Aqeedah ( belief )

3) An account of Jannah/ Hell

Contrarily, the Madniah Surahs take on board the Islamic rulings and portray the hypocrites.

 What is the benefit of knowing about whether a Surah is Makki or Madniah?

This could be the first step to diving deep into the specifics of Naskh.