Kwara State College of Education, Ilorin.
Abstract
Qur'anic proverbs and the Islamic teachings. Basically, proverb is a simple and concrete saying popularly known and revered, which expresses a truth, based on human sense or the practical experience of humanity. This humble work is an attempt to affirm that Qur'anic proverbs have religious and social significance in the life of every individual. Qur'anic proverbs on Aqgidah, ibadah and muamalah are like soul, bone and water respectively in the body of every individual; which makes man to live in this world peacefully and enjoy eternal life. These proverbs were revealed to purify human faith, worship and conduct. For every mankind to enjoy the eternal life, the aqidah must be pure, the ibadah must be sincere and the conduct must be admired by the generality of the people. This humble work also analysises the interpretation of some selected Qur'anic proverbs its classification, its styles, its objectives and its significance. This is aimed at exposing the beauty of eloquence in each aspect of rhetoric. They are expressed as a proof to nullify falsehood, besides it also represents a major approach in calling people to Islam.
Keywords: Quanic proverb, Islamic Teachings