Quranic Abrogation

The concept of Quranic abrogation (Naskh)—the claim that some verses of the Quran have been invalidated or nullified by other verses—is one of the greatest fabrications against the Quran. This concept, introduced centuries after the Quran's revelation, has no foundation in the Quran itself. Instead, it contradicts the Quranic assurance of the perfection and immutability of God's Words.

The Quran Confirms Its Perfection and Immutability

The Quran clearly states that it is a perfected and unchangeable Book:

The idea that one verse of the Quran could abrogate another directly contradicts these assurances.

Misinterpretation of Key Verses

"Āyah" Does Not Necessarily Mean a Quranic Verse

The word āyah in the Quran can mean a sign, miracle, or example, not just a verse. For example:

• "We gave Moses nine clear signs (āyāt)." (17:101)

• "The people of Noah … We set them up as a sign (āyah)." (25:37)

In 2:106, the correct meaning of āyah is "miracle" or "sign," not a Quranic verse. The verse refers to the replacement of previous signs or miracles with others, not the invalidation of God's Words.

"Nansakh" Does Not Mean Abrogate

The word nansakh in the Quran means to copy, record, or replace, not to annul or invalidate. For example:

- "This is a book that records (nasikh) everything." (45:29)

Replacement Refers to Scriptures or Laws
This verse speaks about replacing previous Scriptures (e.g., the Torah and the Gospel) with the Quran, or superseding previous laws with new ones in a subsequent Scripture.

This is confirmed by:

""And We brought down to you the Book with truth, confirming what came before it of the Scripture and superseding it." (5:48)

The Accusation of Fabrication
The disbelievers accused the Prophet of fabricating the Quran because they did not accept its replacement of previous Scriptures. The verse does not refer to substituting verses within the Quran itself.

No Contradictions in the Quran

The Quran asserts that it contains no contradictions:

If the Quran contained abrogated verses, it would contradict this verse. God’s Words are consistent and free from error or conflict.

Motive Behind the Lie of Abrogation

The concept of abrogation originated from the contradictions found in fabricated hadith. To justify the discrepancies in hadith collections, scholars claimed that even the Quran contains contradictions and abrogated verses. This allowed them to argue that contradictions in hadith were similarly acceptable.

However, as shown:

• The Quran contains no contradictions.
• The concept of abrogation undermines the perfection of the Quran, a clear violation of Quranic truth.

Examples of Misinterpreted "Abrogations"

Alcohol Prohibition

It is claimed that verses allowing alcohol consumption were abrogated by verses prohibiting it. However, a proper understanding shows that:

• The Quran gradually educated people about the harm of intoxicants (2:219, 4:43) before outright prohibiting them (5:90).
• This is guidance, not abrogation. The earlier verses are still valid in highlighting the progression of divine wisdom.

Conclusion

The concept of Quranic abrogation is a fabrication that contradicts the Quran's declarations of perfection and consistency. The Quran is a flawless, unchanging Book from God:

The Word of your Lord has been completed, in truth and justice. There is none to alter His Words. He is the Hearer, the Knowledgeable. (6:115)

To uphold the Quran’s integrity, we must reject the lie of abrogation and rely solely on the Quran as the ultimate source of guidance.