Pakistan Journal of Qur’ānic Studies

تعلیمی اداروں میں منعقدہ غیر نصابی سرگرمیوں کے نوجوانوں کی ذہنی اور جسمانی صحت پر اثرات کا تحقیقی و اطلاق کی جائزہ

Dr. Sobia Khan — 2025-06-26

This research evaluates the impact of extracurricular activities conducted in educational institutions on the mental and physical health of youth. Extracurricular activities, such as sports, arts, debates, and other creative engagements, are considered an integral part of the educational system. These activities not only enhance students' physical well-being but also improve their mental capabilities, social skills, and self-confidence. The study collected data from various educational institutions, including experiences shared by students, teachers, and parents. The findings revealed that students who actively participate in extracurricular activities perform better academically, experience improved mental well-being, and maintain better physical health compared to those who do not engage in such activities. Furthermore, the research highlighted that students involved in these activities exhibit higher levels of self-confidence, teamwork, and leadership skills. It also identified challenges in the effective implementation of extracurricular programs, such as lack of resources, time constraints, and institutional priorities. Based on the

وائل حلاق کا قرآنی قانون سازی پر مطالعہ

Dr. Hafiz Saeed Ahmad — 2025-06-26

In the modern era of intellectual evolution and legal expansion, Islamic law has increasingly garnered scholarly attention, particularly its foundational relationship with the Qur’an. Orientalists have often critiqued the Qur’an's legal role, questioning the coherence, compilation, and legislative nature of its verses. Wāel Ḥallāq emerges as a prominent contemporary voice countering both traditional Muslim narratives and Western academic critiques. He proposes a "third way" of understanding Islamic law—one that respects the Qur’anic textual sanctity while applying critical scholarly inquiry.

Ḥallāq asserts that the Qur’an was considered a source of law even during the early Meccan period, challenging the Orientalist claim that its legal function developed only after Hijra. While acknowledging that the Qur’an contains a relatively limited number of strictly legal verses (approximately 500), he emphasizes that its broader ethical and societal directives carry significant legal implications. His study highlights that Qur’anic legislation was inherently intertwined with evolving social realities, aiming for a balanced, principled transformation rather than abrupt structural disruption.

This paper critically examines how Ḥallāq addresses misconceptions about Qur’anic legislation, especially in comparison to Orientalist narratives, and explores the methodological framework of his "third way." It further analyzes the Qur’an’s legal verses across domains such as inheritance, contracts, marriage, punishment, and governance—demonstrating that Islamic law is deeply rooted in divine revelation while remaining flexible to contextual interpretation. Ultimately, Ḥallāq’s contribution affirms the Qur’an as both a moral and legal guide, transcending simplistic dichotomies.

عصر حاضر کے سماجی چیلنجز اور قرآن کے فکری و اخلاقی مطالعہ کی ضرورت واہمیت

Muhammad Ibrahim Abbasi — 2025-06-30

Allah Almighty created this universe and man. Man is the radiant of the world while he is combination of mind, body and soul. On the basis of his structure he is able to lead the world in every aspect. Allah Almighty gave him life and also guides him towards prosperity. Although the sources of knowledge are inbuilt in man but Allah Almighty also gave him divine guidance through his revealing and prophets. Man is the source of human society in the world. In every age man took guidance from revealed knowledge and remained updated. When he faced challenges he followed the principles learnt from divine guidance and solved his problems. With the passage of time and human development world has become global society. Global society has its own challenges and opportunities.

Regarding global challenges human societies are facing different social challenges. When we explore and delve into those challenges nature of contemporary social challenges is intellectual and spiritual challenges. Contemporary societies wants quick intellectual and spiritual guidance. This research highlights the contemporary social issues in the manner of intellectual and spiritual, determines some intellectual and spiritual issues. This research also explains the importance of intellectual and spiritual study of the Holy Quran regarding contemporary social issues. The study highlights necessity of engagement with the Holy Quran instead of only recitation. The research also make a bridge towards integration of thoughts and ethics of the Holy Quran in education system and society to manage contemporary social challenges.

مظاهر الإعجاز العلمي في القرآن الكريم وتوظيفاته الدعوية

Dr. Mir Akbar Shah — 2025-06-30

Abstract:

The Qur'an deals with various aspects of the universal phenomena, such as Sky, Earth, Sun, Moon, water, mountains, Man, birds, cattle etc. All these things include scientific miracles at all stages of what man does not understand and proven by the Modern Science, but among them the Qur'an had been discussed fourteen centuries ago, in this sense, these revealed miracles can be used as Qur'anic proofs for Da'wah to Allah, and one of the modern da'wah means that many non-Muslims admire and have become the reason for their acceptance of Islam.

This topic is one of the most important topics of Da'wah due to the role and importance of modern methods in Da'wah, and it is necessary to invite non-Muslims on the way that corresponds to the age in which we live.

The miracles of our Prophet Muhammad peace be upon him, have various aspects, the most important aspect is rhetorical according to the eloquent level of the Arabs in that time,

But miracles connected to the universe were not known except in this era in which modern science emerged.

The purpose of this research is to identify these cosmic areas in Qur'an and to know the aspects of their miracles, and Da'wah goals of these miracles.

Many books have been written about scientific miracles in the Holy Qur'an and the Sunnah, but they focused on the statement of scientific miracles only without employing them in the field of Da'wah except for some implicit references, they are general studies, and this study is specific to cosmic verses, and focused on the Da'wah side only.

It is not intended to describe the scientific miracle in these cosmic verses in detail, but rather to describe it in general by mentioning the areas and aspects of the miracle and the Da'wah dimensions and goals of these miracles.

الشمس في القرآن من نور الخلق إلى برهان الحق

Dr. Yasmeen Akhtar — 2025-06-30

Between the dawn that flows from the horizon of creation and the setting that descends into the depths of reflection, the sun in the Holy Qur’an emerges not as a mere celestial body, but as a speaking sign, a submissive creature, and a wise witness to the greatness and oneness of the Creator.Throughout the Qur’anic discourse, the sun appears as a rational argument in the dialogue of monotheism, a timekeeper for worship, a symbol in prophetic visions, a feature in miraculous narratives, a false deity among the misguided, and finally a devout being in cosmic submission to God.Through this thematic and rhetorical journey, it becomes clear that the sun in the Qur’an is not merely a source of visible light, but a mirror reflecting the light of truth, a tongue articulating divine unity, and a bridge between the physical and symbolic, nature and revelation,

reason and heart.The Qur’an portrayed it masterfully. The hoopoe bird denounced its worship. Abraham refuted its divinity. Joseph interpreted it as a celestial symbol. And God, its Creator, subjected it to His command.Thus, the sun transformed from being idolized to being a servant, from a deity to a proof, from a radiance to a revelationuntil it became, in the eyes of the believer, a language of devotion that bows at every sunset and illuminates the path of tawḥīd (monotheism) for hearts granted divine insight.

Digital Technological Tools in Quranic Studies and Their Impacts

Dr Malik Farrukh Hussain — 2025-06-26

Abstract:

Digital technology is accessible in many fields of Quranic studies. The integration of digital tools into the study of the Glorious Quran has expanded access, enhanced research capabilities and facilitated teaching and learning processes across the globe. Mobile and desktop applications like Quran.com, iQuran provide users with the text of the Quran translations in multiple languages, audio recitations and tafsir. These tools are essential for both casual readers and serious students of the Quran. Digital libraries like Al-Maktaba Al-Shamela, IslamWeb, and Tafsir Center offer access to old and new tafsir works. Users can compare different scholarly interpretations of verses quickly and efficiently. Different Quran Websites offer structured courses in Quranic Arabic, tafsir, and Quran memorization (hifz), making high-quality education accessible in the world. New technologies use artificial intelligence for voice recognition to help users correct their recitation, generate thematic studies of Quranic verses, and provide context-sensitive tafsir based on user queries. Anyone with an internet connection can access the Quran and related resources. This democratizes religious knowledge and removes traditional barriers such as geography and language. Digital search functions allow researchers to instantly locate verses, hadiths, and scholarly commentary, significantly speeding up the research process. Apps and online platforms offer quizzes, pronunciation guides and recitation feedback, making learning more engaging and effective, especially for younger audiences. With multilingual translations and dictionaries, non-Arabic speakers can better understand the Quranic message. Not all digital resources are reliable. Users must verify the credibility of sources to avoid misinterpretation or exposure to misinformation. The internet’s fast paced environment may promote surface-level engagement with the Quran rather than deep study. Digital tools have greatly enriched Quranic studies, making the Qur’an more accessible and its sciences more structured and research-friendly. However, it is vital to approach these tools with discernment using them as supplements rather than replacements for traditional Islamic scholarship and personal spiritual development.

Qurʾānic Ethics of Diversity and Its Educational Relevance in Combating Sectarianism and Ethnic Violence in South Asia

Dr. Jamil Akhtar — 2025-06-30

This theoretical study examines the Qurʾānic ethics of diversity as a basic structure for resolving sectarian and ethnic arteriosclerosis in South Asia through change in education. Derived from key Qur’ānic texts, including 49:13 and 30:22, the present study investigates how divine recognition of human difference functions as a theological counter-narrative to exclusivist religious ideologies and ethnocentric agendas. The paper uses a discourse that critically considers classical and modern Islamic scholarship to develop a model that sees mutual recognition (taʿāruf), ethical disagreement (ikhtilāf) and moral consciousness (taqwā) as the key concepts in Islamic educational philosophy. Relying on qualitative and textual analysis, the study shows that sectarianism and ethnic violence can be viewed not only as sociopolitical crises, but as a trace of missing Qur’anic pluralism. It also presents implementable educational prescriptions that integrate principal values of Qurʾān into the curricula and the pedagogy, especially within religious and interfaith educational settings. Through advocating a Qurʾān-centered pedagogy of diversity in this paper, utmost attention is given to the potential for transformation embedded in Islamic education to create a more inclusive and peace-abiding society as more moral. The outcomes are essential implications for Islamic learning institutions and policymakers looking for faith-based solutions to communal conflicts in the region.