Perbedaan Al-Qur'an, Hadits Qudsi & Hadits Nabawi - Syaikh Maisara Galal Elbawab

Summary

In this session, the speaker elaborates on the differences between the Quran, Hadith Qudsi, and Hadith Nabawi. The Quran is considered the literal word of God, revealed to Prophet Muhammad through Jibril, and it serves as both guidance and a miracle. In contrast, Hadith Qudsi contains God's words but narrated by the Prophet, while Hadith Nabawi consists of the Prophet's sayings and actions. Key distinctions include their roles in worship, the Quran's miraculous nature, its preservation, and the variations in the reliability of Hadiths. The discussion emphasizes the sacredness and the unalterable nature of the Quran compared to the Hadiths.

Takeaways

• 😀 The Qur'an (Al-Qur'an al-Karim) is the literal word of Allah, revealed to Prophet Muhammad through the angel Jibril as guidance for humanity.
• 😀 Hadith Qudsi is a divine message from Allah conveyed through Prophet Muhammad, but its wording is from the Prophet, not Allah.
• 😀 Hadith Nabawi consists of sayings and actions of Prophet Muhammad, and is not directly from Allah.
• 😀 The Qur'an is unique as a miraculous text that cannot be replicated, even by both humans and jinn.
• 😀 Reciting the Qur'an is considered an act of worship and brings rewards, while Hadith Qudsi and Hadith Nabawi do not hold the same reward in acts of worship.
• 😀 The Qur'an is preserved and unalterable, with no addition or subtraction allowed, as guaranteed by Allah.
• 😀 Hadith Qudsi, though from Allah, is passed down with variations in authenticity, including categories like Sahih, Hasan, and Daif.
• 😀 The Qur'an is considered Mutawatir, meaning its transmission is continuous and unanimously agreed upon, while Hadith Qudsi and Nabawi can be classified as Mutawatir or Ahad.
• 😀 The Qur'an's structure starts with the phrase 'Qala Allahu Ta'ala,' indicating direct speech from Allah, while Hadith Qudsi starts with 'Qala Allahu Ta'ala fi Hadith Qudsi.'
• 😀 The preservation of the Qur'an is guaranteed by Allah, making it unique among all divine scriptures, unlike Hadith Qudsi or Nabawi, which may not be entirely preserved.

Q & A

What is the primary difference between the Quran, Hadith Qudsi, and Hadith Nabawi?

The Quran is the direct word of Allah revealed to Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) through Jibril, both in terms of its words (lafz) and meanings (ma'na). Hadith Qudsi is a divine statement from Allah conveyed through the Prophet Muhammad, but only the meaning is from Allah, while the wording is by the Prophet. Hadith Nabawi consists of sayings of Prophet Muhammad, where both the wording and meaning come from him.

How does reciting the Quran differ from reciting Hadith Qudsi or Hadith Nabawi in terms of worship?

Reciting the Quran is an act of worship, as it is directly considered a form of devotion to Allah. However, reciting Hadith Qudsi or Hadith Nabawi does not hold the same status in terms of worship and is not used as part of formal acts of worship like prayer (Salah).

What is the significance of the Quran as a miracle for Prophet Muhammad?

The Quran is considered a miracle for Prophet Muhammad as it is the unmatchable word of Allah. No one, whether human or jinn, can replicate the Quran, making it a unique and divine sign of the Prophet's prophethood.

What does it mean that the Quran is 'Mutawatir'?

The term 'Mutawatir' refers to the Quran being transmitted through an unbroken chain of narrators from one generation to the next, ensuring its authenticity and preservation. This means that the Quran has been preserved in its original form without any changes.

Can the Quran be altered or replicated by anyone?

No, the Quran cannot be altered or replicated. It is considered a divine and protected text, as Allah Himself has promised to preserve it. This protection ensures that no one can add or subtract from its content, not even a single word or letter.

What are the different types of Hadith Qudsi in terms of authenticity?

Hadith Qudsi can be classified into different categories based on the chain of transmission. They can be 'Mutawatir' (widely narrated), 'Ahad' (narrated by a few individuals), or graded as 'Sahih' (authentic), 'Hasan' (good), or 'Da'if' (weak), with varying degrees of reliability.

How is the Quran's transmission different from Hadith Qudsi or Hadith Nabawi?

The Quran's transmission is always 'Mutawatir,' meaning it has been passed down through many individuals across generations with an unbroken chain. In contrast, Hadith Qudsi and Hadith Nabawi can be transmitted through both 'Mutawatir' or 'Ahad' (fewer narrators), and their authenticity varies.

Why is the Quran considered an inimitable text?

The Quran is inimitable because no human or jinn can produce a text that is like it, in terms of its eloquence, structure, depth of meaning, and guidance. This inimitability is seen as a proof of its divine origin.

What is the difference between the Quran and Hadith Qudsi in terms of their origin?

The Quran is the literal word of Allah, both in wording and meaning, revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through Jibril. In contrast, Hadith Qudsi conveys the meaning from Allah, but the words are chosen by Prophet Muhammad.

What does it mean that the Quran is 'Mahfuz'?

The Quran being 'Mahfuz' means that it is safeguarded and preserved by Allah, ensuring that no changes, additions, or omissions occur in it. This divine protection guarantees the Quran's purity and authenticity.