This axis gathers 1 instance of the use of this verse in Muhammad Shahrur’s books, linking it to the concepts and arguments that appear around it.

The verse text as given

Indeed, we hope that our Lord will forgive us our sins, since we were the first of the believers

Brief reading

The verse comes as an example of hope for forgiveness after the turn to true faith.

Axes

  • Faith-based
  • Humanistic and ethical
  • Repentance: 2

Its place in the concept network

It is connected to the concept of repentance as an open door for retreat and return.

The verse’s role in the argument

  • Example: 1

Instances of use

  • Islam and Human Beings: He cites it as evidence for hope of forgiveness after the turn to true faith.
    • Concept: repentance
    • Function of the verse here: example
    • Textual evidence: «{ Indeed, we hope that our Lord will forgive us our sins, since we were the first of the believers } (Al-Shu’ara 51).»

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