This thematic unit brings together 1 instance of the use of this verse in the books of Muhammad Shahrur, linking it to the concepts and arguments that appear around it.
Text of the Verse as Cited
Except for those who pray * those who are constant in their prayer
Reader’s Answer
Question
What is the place of verses 22–23 of al-Ma‘arij, how does Shahrur distinguish the meaning of constancy in prayer, and what function do they serve in his argument?
Shahrur cites verses 22–23 of al-Ma‘arij on page 313 of the Book and the Qur’an as an example that constancy in prayer does not require limiting the worshipper’s life to prayer; rather, in his interpretation, it combines performing the prescribed duties with undertaking other activities.
Shahrur presents verses 22–23 of al-Ma‘arij as evidence that “constancy in prayer” does not mean withdrawing from all other activities of life, but rather performing the prescribed duties while carrying out other activities.
Citation and Location
the Book and the Qur’an — p. 313.
Limits of the Reading
- The citation establishes this interpretation of the phrase “constancy in prayer” and its exemplary function in Shahrur’s context; it does not establish a broader definition of the concept of prayer or its rulings.
- The citation places the verses alongside another example concerning the formulation “as long as,” but it does not state a detailed semantic relationship between the two passages beyond citing them in the same context.
- The citation does not establish a claim regarding synonymy or its negation, nor regarding the views of other exegetes.
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Brief Reading
He affirms that constancy in prayer means maintaining it while carrying out the other activities of life, not withdrawing completely into prayer.
Themes
- Faith-based
- Methodological
Related Concepts
- Constancy in prayer: 2
- Perseverance: 1
- Activities of life: 1
Place in the Conceptual Network
It supports a balanced understanding of prayer within everyday life.
Role of the Verse in the Argument
- Support: 1
Instances of Use
- the Book and the Qur’an, p. 313: He affirms that constancy in prayer means maintaining it while carrying out the other activities of life, not withdrawing completely into prayer.
- Concept: Constancy in prayer
- Function of the verse here: Support
- Textual citation: “And His saying clearly: {Except for those who pray * those who are constant in their prayer} (al-Ma‘arij 22–23): constancy in prayer never means that he does nothing in his life except pray.”
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