The Quraniyyun
The Quraniyyun, or Quranists, are a modern Islamic movement that considers the Quran to be the sole, authentic authority in Islam, rejecting the binding authority of Hadith (sayings attributed to Prophet Muhammad) and traditional Sunni/Shia jurisprudence. They advocate "Quran-alone" Islam, believing it is sufficient for guidance.
Key Aspects of the Quraniyyun Movement:
•Rejection of Hadith: While they vary in approach, most reject the entire corpus of Hadith literature, arguing that they were documented long after the Prophet's death and often contradict the Quran.
•Origins: While similar, earlier questioning of Hadith existed, the modern movement emerged in the late 19th/early 20th century, particularly in the Indian subcontinent and Egypt, often as a response to perceived stagnation in traditional scholarship.
•Key Beliefs: They focus on the Quran as complete and detailed, asserting that no external source is required for religious legislation.
•Criticism: Mainstream Islamic scholars largely consider them to be in error, with some viewing them as apostates for rejecting the Sunnah (Prophetic example) which is viewed as necessary for explaining the Quran, such as the specifics of daily prayers.
Common Arguments:
•Pro-Quranism: Followers believe this approach removes human error, sectarianism, and irrational rulings (e.g., stoning for adultery) that they claim are found in Hadith books.
•Counter-Arguments: Critics point to verses in the Quran requiring obedience to the Prophet (3:31, 4:59) and argue that the Quranic obligation of prayer cannot be fulfilled without the practical details provided in the Hadith and Sunnah.
The movement is often criticized as being influenced by Western modernist ideas rather than traditional Islamic scholarly tradition.
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