Searching the Quran with Quran AI
Quran AI offers powerful search capabilities that go beyond simple keyword matching. This guide will help you get the most out of the search features.Types of Searches
Quran AI supports several types of searches to help you find what you’re looking for:Natural Language Questions
You can ask questions in everyday language, just as you would ask a knowledgeable friend:- “What does the Quran say about being kind to parents?”
- “How should I deal with anxiety according to Islamic teachings?”
- “What are the qualities of believers mentioned in the Quran?”
Verse Reference
You can look up specific verses by their reference:- “2:255” (Surah Al-Baqarah, verse 255 - Ayatul Kursi)
- “Surah Yasin verse 36”
- “Al-Fatiha 1-7”
Keyword Search
You can search for specific words or phrases:- “mercy”
- “straight path”
- “day of judgment”
Thematic Search
You can search for broader themes and topics:- “Stories of the prophets”
- “Verses about patience”
- “Guidance for difficult times”
Search Tips
Be Specific
The more specific your question, the more targeted the results will be:- Instead of: “What does the Quran say about prayer?”
- Try: “What does the Quran say about the importance of praying on time?”
Consider Context
Mention your context to get more relevant results:- “What does the Quran say about raising children?”
- “How can I be patient as a parent according to the Quran?”
- “Quranic guidance for business ethics”
Explore Related Concepts
If you don’t find what you’re looking for with one search, try related concepts:- If searching for “happiness” doesn’t yield enough results, try “contentment,” “joy,” or “satisfaction”
- If searching for “leadership” doesn’t work well, try “guidance,” “authority,” or “responsibility”
Use Arabic Terms When Relevant
For concepts that have specific Islamic terminology, including the Arabic term can help:- “Taqwa” (God-consciousness)
- “Sabr” (patience)
- “Rizq” (provision)
Understanding Search Results
When you search, Quran AI provides results in several sections:Summary Answer
A concise answer to your question based on relevant verses and scholarly interpretations.
Relevant Verses
The most relevant verses related to your query, with:- Arabic text
- Translation
- Brief context
- Relevance score (how closely the verse matches your query)
Tafsir and Context
Scholarly interpretations (tafsir) that help explain the verses in context.Related Topics
Suggestions for related topics you might want to explore next.Advanced Search Features
Filtering Results
You can filter search results by:- Surah (chapter)
- Revelation period (Meccan or Medinan)
- Topic category
Saving Searches
You can save searches for future reference by:- Clicking the bookmark icon next to search results
- Adding optional notes about why you saved this search
- Accessing saved searches from your profile
Sharing Results
You can share search results via:- Link (which opens directly to the same search)
- Social media
Example Searches
Here are some example searches to try:| Type of Search | Example |
|---|---|
| Life Guidance | ”How can I overcome fear according to the Quran?” |
| Theological Question | ”What does the Quran say about predestination?” |
| Specific Practice | ”What are the etiquettes of making dua (supplication)?” |
| Comparative | ”How are Moses and Jesus described in the Quran?” |
| Contemporary Issue | ”What guidance does the Quran offer for environmental stewardship?” |
Next Steps
After finding relevant verses through search, you can:- Explore verses in depth to understand their linguistic and contextual meaning
- Discover thematic connections between verses
- Analyze word usage across the Quran