علامہ اقبال اور ان کی قرآن فہمی

Allama Iqbal aur un ki Quran Fehmi

Abstract

This article presents an in-depth exploration of Allama Muhammad Iqbal’s profound relationship with the Qur’an, which began in his childhood and remained central to his thought and life. Iqbal considered the Qur’an not just a book of recitation, but a dynamic source of inspiration and guidance. He believed true understanding of the Qur’an could only come when one feels it is being revealed directly to them, a view passed on to him by his spiritually inclined father. The article highlights how the Qur’an was the foundation of Iqbal’s philosophy, poetry, and sociopolitical thought, shaping his concepts of Khudi (selfhood), divine love, ethics, and his critique of Western materialism and Sufism.

Iqbal’s lifelong devotion to the Qur’an was reflected in his regular recitation, emotional engagement with its verses, and the tears he shed during its reading. He sought to reform Muslim societies through Qur’anic principles, advocating for educational reform, economic justice, spiritual awakening, and the revival of Islamic civilization. The article also discusses Iqbal’s efforts to write a comprehensive commentary on the Qur’an and his correspondence expressing deep desire to systematize Qur’anic understanding for future generations. His critique of atheistic socialism, materialist philosophies, and stagnant traditionalism is rooted in his Qur’anic worldview. Ultimately, the article underscores that Iqbal’s thought, poetry, and activism stemmed from the Qur’an, making him a unique voice in modern Islamic intellectual history whose mission was the revival of Islamic spirit and identity.