What is the interpretation of the first verse revealed in the Holy Quran, "Recite," and does its meaning include reading cultural books?

The interpretation of the first verse revealed from the Quran: "Recite in the name of your Lord who created" means to recite the Quran by beginning with the name of Allah or seeking His aid. The verses indicate the greatness of Allah's creation of humankind from a "clinging substance" (alaq), and that the first obligation is to know Allah. The repetition of "Recite" is for emphasis, and "(And your Lord is the Most Generous)" signifies Allah's absolute generosity. "(Who taught by the pen)" clarifies the merit of writing and knowledge, and "(Taught man that which he knew not)" refers to Allah's teaching of humankind through powers, proofs, and signs. The verses emphasize the merit of knowledge and learning, and that Allah elevated humankind from the lowest ranks to the highest. They also point to the importance of intellectual and auditory knowledge. Reading cultural books does not fall within the meaning of the verse unless they include something from the Quran or related to creed.