LessonsThe Ascension: Isra, Miʿraj and the Question of Divine VisionQuiz

وَمَا جَعَلْنَا الرُّؤْيَا الَّتِي أَرَيْنَاكَ إِلَّا فِتْنَةً لِلنَّاسِ
We made the vision that We showed you only a test for people. (Qur’an 17:60)

The term ruʾyā is discussed in connection with what is seen or shown, and whether this instance means a dream or a waking vision. Its interpretation depends on context and the transmitted explanations.

The occurrence of the word ruʾyā alone does not require treating the Night Journey and Ascension as an event of sleep. The verse, its context, and the relevant reports should be considered together.

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Ruʾyā: dream or vision?

The Ascension: Isra, Miʿraj and the Question of Divine Vision

وَمَا جَعَلْنَا الرُّؤْيَا الَّتِي أَرَيْنَاكَ إِلَّا فِتْنَةً لِلنَّاسِ
We made the vision that We showed you only a test for people. (Qur’an 17:60)

The term ruʾyā is discussed in connection with what is seen or shown, and whether this instance means a dream or a waking vision. Its interpretation depends on context and the transmitted explanations.

The occurrence of the word ruʾyā alone does not require treating the Night Journey and Ascension as an event of sleep. The verse, its context, and the relevant reports should be considered together.