Straight Forward and Multiple Meaning or Allegorical Verses (3:7 – 3:9)

3:7 He sent down to you this scripture, containing straightforward verses – which constitute the essence of the scripture – as well as multiple-meaning or allegorical verses. Those who harbor doubts in their hearts will pursue the multiple-meaning verses to create confusion, and to extricate a certain meaning. None knows the true meaning thereof except GOD and those well founded in knowledge. They say, “We believe in this – all of it comes from our Lord.” Only those who possess intelligence will take heed.

3:8 “Our Lord, let not our hearts waver, now that You have guided us. Shower us with Your mercy; You are the Grantor.

3:9 “Our Lord, You will surely gather the people on a day that is inevitable. GOD never breaks a promise.”

We should not pursue the multiple meaning verses unless it can be supported by straightforward verses. It is like a traffic light telling us where it is okay to go, where to slow down and when to stop.