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 as cited

They said, “O Hud, you have not brought us any clear proof, and we are not abandoning our gods because of your word.”

Brief reading

It is used to establish that Hud did not bring them a clear miracle proving his prophethood.

Axes

  • Narrative and historical
  • Methodological
  • clear proof: 2
  • miracle: 1
  • Hud’s prophethood: 1

Its place in the conceptual network

It enters into the construction of the historical narrative while setting the standard of clear proof.

The verse’s role in the argument

  • Support: 1

Instances of use

  • The Qur’anic Narrative, vol. 2, p. 52: He uses it to establish that Hud did not bring them a clear miracle proving his prophethood.
    • Concept: clear proof
    • Function of the verse here: Support
    • Textual evidence: «And this is confirmed by the saying of God Almighty: { They said, “O Hud, you have not brought us any clear proof, and we are not abandoning our gods because of your word…” } (Hud 53).»

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