About the Arrangement and the Compilation of the Qur'an... Saying of Prophet (may peace be upon him) to Muslims: "I am leaving two things among u 1 book of God 2 Ahl-bayet, but we also have different sayings about accumulations of Qur'an e.g 1 Zaid ibn Sabit said i accumulated the Qur'an 2 Many others in which it is said that Hadhrat Umer did that etc Sir I am confused Was the Qur’an present in the form of a book as said by prophet or was it accumulated by someone latter on? Aqleem, Pakistan Reply The cited as well as a number of other narratives ascribed to the Prophet (pbuh) clearly evidence the fact that the Prophet (pbuh) himself arranged and compiled the Qur’an during his life. This fact is also mentioned in the Qur’an, where the Prophet (pbuh) has been informed that God Himself shall arrange, compile and then make a final recitation of the Qur’an ( Al-Qiyamah 75: 17 – 18). On the basis of these facts, I am of the belief that the Qur’an was arranged and compiled in the form of a book during the life of the Prophet (pbuh). Any information that is contrary to this -- being against the information provided by the Qur’an – shall stand unacceptable 1 . I hope this helps. In case any aspect of your question remains unanswered or inadequately answered, please feel free in writing back to me at your own convenience. May the Almighty guide us all to the path of His liking. My fondest regards to you and those around you. The Learner Home Page Use this "Home Page" link only if you have opened this page by following an external link 1- Also refer to ' The Holy Qur'an -- Its Historical Authenticity ' by Nadir Aqueel Ansari and ' Collection and Transmission of the Qur'an ' by Shehzad Saleem