Can the Quran Be Changed? A Divine Promise and Human Endeavor

 

In today's world, where misinformation spreads rapidly, a pressing question arises: Can the Quran be changed? Spoiler alert: The answer is a big NO. The Quran isn’t just any book; it’s a divine message that’s been protected both by Allah and by people all around the world.

First off, Allah Himself has promised to safeguard the Quran. In Surah Al-Hijr (15:9), it’s written, "Indeed, it is We who sent down the Quran and indeed, We will be its guardian." That’s a pretty solid guarantee if you ask me.

But here’s the cool part – the Quran isn’t just protected by some mystical force. It’s also safe because millions of Muslims have memorized it. Yup, you heard that right. From big cities to tiny villages, young kids to elders, people know the Quran by heart word to word,  letter to letter. This means that even if someone tried to erase every physical or digital copy, the words would still live on in people’s memories.

Let’s talk history for a second. During the time of the third Caliph (Khulafa' al-Rashidun), Usman ibn Affan(Raziya Allahu Ta'alaanha), the Quran was compiled into one book. This was no small feat. It was done with incredible precision to make sure every verse was accurate. These original copies still exist today and are a testament to the Quran’s authenticity.

Even more mind-blowing, Usman ibn Affan(Raziya Allahu Ta'alaanha)’s efforts went beyond just compiling the Quran. He sent these copies all over the Muslim world, ensuring that everyone had the same version. One of these copies, stained with his blood when he was martyred, still exists. This is a powerful reminder that the Quran has been meticulously preserved.

Now, let’s get real. Some people might try to mess with the Quran’s meaning or add and subtract verses in some specific areas. But guess what? They can’t change the Quran as a whole. Even if they managed to alter it in one place, the rest of the world would still have the original text. Plus, we have detailed records of the Quran’s verses and the order they were revealed. We even have Hadiths that explain these verses in detail. Even the non arab muslim strive hard and learn Quranic arabic to understand the Quran without using any translation.

So, here’s a challenge for anyone who thinks they can change the Quran: Good luck. With the Quran being memorized by millions and the original copies still around, it’s nearly impossible to alter it. The Quran’s preservation is both a divine promise and a reality supported by people all over the world.