Q and A

- Taken from http://www.jamiat.co.za/newsletter/online_newsletter_0319.htm

Question: What reply could be given to someone who says that only the Qur'ân should be implemented since it is God's word that is immune to change?
Answer: The reply is simple. Numerous are the Qur'ânic verses that require us to obey Allâh's messenger. If one abandons what the Prophet says, one is definitely going against this order, repeatedly stated in the Qur'ân: ‘And whatsoever the messenger gives you, take it and whatsoever he forbids, you abstain from it’. (59:7)
Hence, his claim to follow the Qur'ân is false. As for authenticity, the Prophet's Sunnah has been verified and its authenticity has been established beyond doubt. This means that no one could ignore the Sunnah if he or she wants to fulfill Allâh's orders.And Allaah Ta’aala Knows Best.