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Dec 2024
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Is the Qur’an Still Relevant Today? The ...

YAQEEN INSTITUTE
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The Qur’an was revealed long ago in a very different context. Some verses were revealed in direct response to specific events, addressing particular people and scenarios. Others are concerned with the prophets and nations of the past. How does the Qur'an continue to be relevant for us in the modern age? Note: The audio files are generated using AI technolo ... Show More
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