QURAN & BIBLE STRUCTURE

Here is a detailed breakdown of the format of the Quran in 100 points:

1. The Quran consists of 114 chapters (Surahs).
2. It is divided into 30 sections (Juz’/Para) for easy recitation.
3. The Quran is written in classical Arabic.
4. Each Surah is made up of verses (Ayat), totaling 6,236 (excluding Bismillah) or 6,349 (including it every time it appears).
5. The chapters vary in length, with Surah Al-Baqarah (286 verses) being the longest and Surah Al-Kawthar (3 verses) the shortest.
6. The Quran is traditionally written in Uthmani script.
7. It is recited and memorized in Arabic, even by non-Arabic speakers.
8. The Quran is not in chronological order but arranged by divine command.
9. The first revelation was Surah Al-‘Alaq (96:1-5).
10. The last revelation is believed to be Surah Al-Ma’idah (5:3) or Surah An-Nasr (110).
11. Surahs are arranged approximately longest to shortest, except for Surah Al-Fatiha, which comes first.
12. The chapters are categorized into Makki (revealed in Makkah) and Madani (revealed in Madinah).
13. There are 86 Makki Surahs and 28 Madani Surahs.
14. The Quran begins with Surah Al-Fatiha (The Opening).
15. The last chapter is Surah An-Nas (The Mankind).
16. Almost every Surah begins with Bismillah (In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful) except Surah At-Tawbah (9).
17. Surah An-Naml (27:30) includes Bismillah within the text, making its total count 114.
18. The Quran is poetic yet not poetry.
19. It uses rhymed prose (Saj’).
20. It has varied sentence structures for emphasis.
21. It employs repetition for reinforcement.
22. Many verses begin with vocatives (O you who believe, O mankind, etc.).
23. It includes parables, metaphors, and similes.
24. The Quran is self-referential, often stating, "This is a revelation from Allah."
25. It frequently uses oaths (By the Sun, By the Moon, etc.).
26. The Quran addresses mankind, believers, disbelievers, and hypocrites separately.
27. The Quran covers Tawheed (Oneness of Allah).
28. It speaks of Prophethood.
29. It details the Hereafter.
30. The Quran contains legal rulings (Ahkam).
31. It narrates stories of previous Prophets.
32. It describes Heaven and Hell.
33. It contains scientific facts.
34. The Quran discusses Jihad (struggle in Allah’s cause).
35. It has economic, social, and ethical guidelines.
36. There are commands and prohibitions.
37. The Quran uses divine attributes of Allah frequently.
38. Some Surahs start with mysterious letters (Muqatta’at) like Alif-Lam-Mim.
39. There are 29 Surahs with Muqatta’at.
40. The Quran calls itself Al-Furqan (The Criterion).
41. It refers to itself as Dhikr (The Reminder).
42. It is called Nur (Light).
43. The Quran is protected from corruption (15:9).
44. It challenges mankind to produce a chapter like it (2:23).
45. The Quran contains unmatched eloquence.
46. The Quran was revealed gradually over 23 years.
47. It was preserved orally and in writing.
48. The first compilation was under Abu Bakr (RA).
49. The official version was standardized under Uthman (RA).
50. It is memorized (Hifz) by millions worldwide.
51. The Quran has been preserved in its original language.
52. There are Qira’at (recitation styles).
53. The 10 major Qira’at are traced back to the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
54. The most common Qira’a is Hafs 'an Asim.
55. It is recited using Tajweed (proper pronunciation rules).
56. The Quran is explained by Hadiths of the Prophet (PBUH).
57. Tafsir is a science dedicated to explaining the meanings of verses.
58. Classical Tafsir works include Tafsir Ibn Kathir.
59. Tafsir can be linguistic, thematic, or historical.
60. Scholars use Arabic grammar, history, and Hadith to explain it.
61. Some verses are clear (Muhkam), while others are ambiguous (Mutashabih).
62. The Quran claims linguistic inimitability.
63. It has scientific accuracy ahead of its time.
64. It contains historical facts unknown at the time.
65. It has no contradictions.
66. It remains unchanged for over 1400 years.
67. The Quran is recited with respect (not while impure).
68. It follows Tajweed rules.
69. The Quran is often written with diacritical marks (Tashkeel).
70. It is decorated with calligraphy.
71. The Quran has shaped Islamic law (Shariah).
72. It influences daily Muslim prayers.
73. The Quran promotes justice and morality.
74. It encourages seeking knowledge.
75. It is a source of healing (Shifa).
76. It is recited in Salah (prayer).
77. Muslims recite it daily.
78. It is used in legal judgments.
79. It influences Islamic architecture and art.
80. It is memorized in Madrasas worldwide.
81. The Quran is available in printed Mushaf form.
82. It is available in digital formats.
83. It is translated into 100+ languages, though translations are not considered the Quran itself.
84. It is often written in gold and decorated manuscripts.
85. Special Madani Mushaf has unique recitation stops (Ruku’ signs).
86. Muslims seek blessings (Barakah) from reading it.
87. It is recited at funerals and special occasions.
88. It is respected (not placed on the ground, etc.).
89. It is often memorized from childhood.
90. Some wear amulets with Quranic verses.
91. It is recited in Ramadan (Taraweeh prayers).
92. The Quran promises divine guidance (2:2).
93. It is a mercy for believers (17:82).
94. It is a proof against those who reject it (25:30).
95. It will be intercessor on Judgment Day.
96. Allah commands pondering upon its verses (47:24).
97. It is the greatest miracle of Prophet Muhammad (PBUH).
98. It is timeless and universal.
99. It has been unchanged for 14 centuries.
100. The Quran is the Final Revelation of Allah.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the format of the Old Testament (Hebrew Bible / Tanakh) in 100 points:

1. The Old Testament is the first part of the Christian Bible and the entire Hebrew Bible for Jews.
2. It consists of 39 books (Christian arrangement) or 24 books (Jewish arrangement).
3. It is written primarily in Hebrew, with some portions in Aramaic (e.g., Daniel 2-7, parts of Ezra).
4. The Jewish arrangement is called Tanakh, an acronym for Torah (Law), Nevi’im (Prophets), and Ketuvim (Writings).
5. The Christian Old Testament is arranged differently, following the Septuagint (Greek translation) order.
6. The Old Testament is divinely inspired and considered sacred by Jews and Christians.
7. It was written over a span of 1,000+ years, from around 1400 BCE to 400 BCE.
8. Torah (Pentateuch): 5 Books (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy).
9. Nevi’im (Prophets): 8 Books (Includes Joshua, Judges, Samuel, Kings, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and the Twelve Minor Prophets counted as one book).
10. Ketuvim (Writings): 11 Books (Includes Psalms, Proverbs, Job, and others).
11. The Pentateuch (5 books): Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy.
12. Historical Books (12 books): Joshua, Judges, Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel, 1 & 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther.
13. Wisdom Books (5 books): Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon.
14. Major Prophets (5 books): Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, Daniel.
15. Minor Prophets (12 books): Hosea to Malachi.
16. Most of the Old Testament is in Biblical Hebrew.
17. Portions are in Biblical Aramaic (Daniel 2-7, Ezra 4-7, Jeremiah 10:11).
18. The oldest complete Hebrew manuscript is the Aleppo Codex (10th century CE).
19. The Dead Sea Scrolls (3rd century BCE - 1st century CE) contain the oldest partial manuscripts.
20. The Masoretic Text (MT) is the standardized Hebrew text used today.
21. The Septuagint (LXX) is the Greek translation made in the 3rd–2nd century BCE.
22. The Samaritan Pentateuch preserves an alternate version of the first five books.
23. The Old Testament emphasizes monotheism (belief in one God – Yahweh/Allah).
24. It covers creation, sin, covenants, law, prophecy, and redemption.
25. It tells the story of Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, and the Prophets.
26. It includes moral, ceremonial, and civil laws for Israel.
27. It predicts the coming of a future Messiah (interpreted differently by Jews and Christians).
28. It covers God’s covenant with Israel and their history.
29. The books are written in historical narrative, poetry, prophecy, and law.
30. It contains Psalms and prayers (Psalms, Lamentations).
31. It includes wisdom literature (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job).
32. The events take place in the Middle East, primarily Canaan, Egypt, and Mesopotamia.
33. The timeline spans from Creation to about 400 BCE.
34. It documents the formation of Israel as a nation.
35. It records the Babylonian exile (586 BCE).
36. It includes historical records of kings, wars, and laws.
37. The Ten Commandments are found in Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5.
38. Levitical laws govern purity, sacrifices, and worship.
39. It contains extensive genealogies.
40. Many passages are repetitive for emphasis.
41. Parallel accounts exist (e.g., 1 & 2 Kings vs. 1 & 2 Chronicles).
42. Some books have acrostic poetry (e.g., Psalms, Lamentations).
43. Many books are anonymous (authorship unknown).
44. The Jewish canon was finalized around 90 CE at the Council of Yavne.
45. The Septuagint includes extra books (Apocrypha), later removed by Protestants.
46. The Catholic Old Testament has 46 books (includes Tobit, Judith, Wisdom, Sirach, Baruch, and Maccabees).
47. The Eastern Orthodox Old Testament includes even more books.
48. The Protestant Old Testament has 39 books, removing the Apocrypha.
49. The Ethiopian Orthodox Church includes Enoch and Jubilees.
50. The Old Testament predicts a coming Messiah (Isaiah 53, Daniel 9, Micah 5:2).
51. Some see Jesus as the fulfillment, while Jews await a future Messiah.
52. It foretells the restoration of Israel.
53. Many prophecies were fulfilled in historical events.
54. The Noahic Covenant applies to all mankind.
55. The Abrahamic Covenant promises a great nation.
56. The Mosaic Covenant gives the Law.
57. The Davidic Covenant promises an eternal kingdom.
58. The Old Testament lays ethical and religious laws.
59. The Old Testament influenced Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
60. It has been preserved by scribes (Masoretes).
61. It has been translated into hundreds of languages.
62. It is part of daily prayers in Judaism and Christianity.
63. The Old Testament includes narratives (Genesis, Kings, Chronicles).
64. It has poetry (Psalms, Song of Solomon, Lamentations).
65. It contains prophetic writings (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, etc.).
66. There are laws (Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy).
67. There are wisdom sayings (Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Job).
68. Jews read the Torah in a yearly cycle.
69. Christians read the Old Testament alongside the New Testament.
70. It is studied in synagogues, churches, and universities.
71. It has commentaries (Midrash, Talmud, Church Fathers).
72. The Passover Lamb (Exodus 12) foreshadows sacrifice.
73. The Temple (1 Kings 6) symbolizes divine presence.
74. The ark (Genesis 6-9) symbolizes salvation.
75. Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel.
76. Minor Prophets: Hosea to Malachi.
77. The Prophets call for justice, repentance, and faithfulness.
78. Christians see it as fulfilled in the New Testament.
79. Islam acknowledges it as partially divine but altered.
80. Muslims believe the Torah (Tawrat) was originally revealed to Musa (Moses).
81. The Old Testament is a historical, legal, and religious document.
82. It remains one of the most studied texts in history.
83. It is central to Jewish identity.
84. It is referenced extensively in Christian theology.
85. It is quoted in the Quran.
86. The Psalms are still recited in worship.
87. It influenced Western literature and philosophy.
88. It continues to be debated and analyzed.
89. It has been preserved remarkably over centuries.
    It remains one of the most influential religious texts of all time.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of the New Testament in 100 points:

1. The New Testament is the second part of the Christian Bible.
2. It consists of 27 books.
3. It is written primarily in Koine Greek.
4. It was written between circa 50 CE – 100 CE.
5. It focuses on the life, teachings, death, and resurrection of Jesus (ʿĪsā in Islam).
6. It includes Gospels, history, epistles (letters), and prophecy.
7. It is considered divinely inspired by Christians.
8. It is not part of the Jewish Tanakh.
9. It is accepted by all Christian denominations.
10. The earliest manuscripts are fragments from the 2nd century CE.
11. The Gospels (4 books): Matthew, Mark, Luke, John.
12. Historical Book (1 book): Acts of the Apostles.
13. Pauline Epistles (13 books): Romans, Corinthians, Galatians, etc.
14. General Epistles (8 books): Hebrews, James, Peter, John, Jude.
15. Prophetic Book (1 book): Revelation.
16. Originally written in Koine Greek.
17. Some Aramaic phrases remain (e.g., "Eli Eli lama sabachthani").
18. The Codex Sinaiticus (4th century CE) is one of the oldest complete manuscripts.
19. The Codex Vaticanus is another early complete manuscript.
20. The Papyrus P52 (c. 125 CE) is the earliest known fragment (John 18).
21. The Textus Receptus was used for the King James Bible.
22. The Nestle-Aland Greek New Testament is the standard critical text today.
23. The Kingdom of God is a major theme.
24. Emphasizes love, grace, salvation, and faith.
25. Centers on Jesus as the Messiah (Al-Masih).
26. Includes teachings on prayer, forgiveness, and humility.
27. Prophecies about end times and second coming.
28. Parables are a major teaching method.
29. Focuses on Jesus' crucifixion and resurrection.
30. Takes place in 1st-century Roman-occupied Palestine.
31. Jesus' ministry lasted about 3 years.
32. Includes historical figures like Herod, Pilate, and Caesar.
33. The early church formed under Roman persecution.
34. The apostles spread Christianity to the Roman Empire and beyond.
35. The destruction of the Second Temple (70 CE) affected Jewish-Christian relations.
36. Four Gospel accounts provide different perspectives.
37. Paul’s letters are written to churches and individuals.
38. Acts of the Apostles records the early church’s history.
39. Revelation uses apocalyptic imagery.
40. Some passages are repeated in multiple books.
41. Contains Old Testament quotations.
42. The New Testament canon was finalized around 4th century CE.
43. The Council of Carthage (397 CE) affirmed the 27 books.
44. The Catholic Church includes the same 27 books.
45. The Orthodox Church accepts additional traditions.
46. Some early Christians used Gnostic gospels, which were later rejected.
47. The King James Version (1611 CE) popularized the English Bible.
48. Claims Jesus fulfills Old Testament prophecies.
49. Isaiah 53 is often linked to Jesus.
50. Micah 5:2 is seen as predicting Jesus’ birthplace (Bethlehem).
51. Zechariah 9:9 is linked to Jesus’ entry into Jerusalem.
52. Salvation by faith is a key teaching.
53. Love your neighbor is central.
54. The Lord’s Prayer is a model prayer (Matthew 6:9-13).
55. The Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5-7) includes the Beatitudes.
56. Baptism and communion are key Christian rituals.
57. Jesus’ birth (Matthew & Luke).
58. Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist.
59. Miracles (healing the sick, feeding the 5,000).
60. Last Supper with the disciples.
61. Crucifixion under Pontius Pilate.
62. Resurrection on the third day.
63. Ascension to heaven.
64. Pentecost (Acts 2) – the Holy Spirit descends.
65. Jesus’ 12 disciples include Peter, John, and Judas.
66. Paul (formerly Saul) was a major missionary.
67. Mary, the mother of Jesus, plays an important role.
68. John the Baptist prepared the way for Jesus.
69. Forgive others (Matthew 6:14).
70. Help the poor (Matthew 25:35-40).
71. Turn the other cheek (Matthew 5:39).
72. Judge not, lest you be judged (Matthew 7:1).
73. Jesus as the Lamb of God (John 1:29).
74. The Good Shepherd (John 10:11).
75. The Bread of Life (John 6:35).
76. Early Christians met in homes, not churches.
77. Sunday became the main day of worship.
78. Baptism and the Eucharist were central practices.
79. The New Testament has been translated into over 3,000 languages.
80. It is the most widely printed book in history.
81. It has influenced Western law, ethics, and culture.
82. The Gospels are biographies.
83. The Epistles are letters.
84. Revelation is apocalyptic literature.
85. Protestants emphasize sola scriptura (Scripture alone).
86. Catholics include church tradition and papal authority.
87. Orthodox Christianity keeps mystical interpretations.
88. The New Testament builds on the Old Testament.
89. Islam sees Jesus (ʿĪsā) as a Prophet but not divine.
90. The Quran references Jesus’ miracles and virgin birth.
91. Jesus predicts the destruction of the Temple (Matthew 24:2).
92. The Book of Revelation describes the end of the world.
93. The Antichrist and Judgment Day are major themes.
94. It is a religious, historical, and moral document.
95. It remains one of the most studied texts in history.
96. It is central to Christian identity.
97. It continues to be translated, debated, and analyzed.
98. It is quoted in philosophy, law, and literature.
99. It has shaped art, music, and culture.
100. It remains one of the most influential religious texts of all time.

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