and such resemblance may exist while the two remain distinguishable, unless they become identical, like two grains of wheat, in which case there is no distinguishing between them. He, glorified and exalted, has described the Quran as mutually similar, meaning that its parts resemble one another in excellence and truthfulness; yet they remain distinguishable. Likewise, He Most High says:

“And they will be given it in likeness.” [al-Baqarah 25]

The Arabs say, “Whoever resembles his father has done no wrong,” yet a distinction can be made between him