According to search-discovered classical Islamic scholarship, the concept of 'Asking' (As-Su'al) is a nuanced and pivotal act in the Quran, categorized by its intent and object. Ibn Kathir’s tafsir across numerous verses distinguishes between the praiseworthy and the blameworthy. Praiseworthy asking includes the highest form of worship—supplication directly to Allah (Dua), as seen in Quran 2:186, and sincere inquiries to the Prophet ﷺ for guidance, which Allah often immortalized in the revelation itself (e.g., 2:215-222). Conversely, Al-Qurtubi's juridical analysis highlights blameworthy asking, exemplified by Bani Israel, which involves challenging prophets, excessive questioning on settled matters, and inquiring into the unseen like the exact time of the Hour (7:187), an act that demonstrates weak faith. The synthesis across all 22 verses reveals a complete Islamic etiquette (Adab) of inquiry: one that encourages asking for beneficial knowledge and divine help while forbidding questions that stem from arrogance, doubt, or a desire to create hardship.