Ramadan and the Quran (8): The Themes of Surah Al-Baqarah (Part Six) – The Connection Between Its Opening and Conclusion
One of the most captivating aspects of Quranic discourse is the eloquence of its openings and conclusions. Surah Al-Baqarah is no exception; it exhibits a strong coherence between its beginning and end, reinforcing its central themes. Several key connections can be observed between the opening verses and the concluding passage: The Guidance of the Quran At the very beginning, the Quran is introduced as a source of guidance: “ This is the Book about which there is no doubt, a guidance for those conscious of Allah. ” (2:2) The conclusion of the Surah reaffirms this guidance and faith in revelation: “ The Messenger has believed in what was revealed to him from his Lord, and [so have] the believers. ” (2:285) Faith in the Unseen The opening describes the righteous as those “ who believe in the unseen ” (2:3), emphasizing a core aspect of faith. The final passage further highlights belief in the uns...