What is the ruling on naming some books or television programs "The Spirit of the Quran"?
Allah described the Qur'an as the "spirit" because it revitalizes hearts and souls, and due to the goodness and knowledge it contains. The term "spirit of the Qur'an" is not one of its legal names, and its meaning should be clarified. The term is used to refer to the Qur'an's impact on individuals and society, and there is no harm in this usage. However, the term might also be used to oppose the rulings of Sharia, claiming that "the spirit of the Qur'an" rejects them, and this is a deviation. Some use "spirit of the Qur'an" to refer to the meanings of the Noble Qur'an, which is an acceptable usage if the interpretation is sound and correct.
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