According to search-discovered classical scholarship, the 'Other Stories' of the Quran represent a vital category of divine narrative, serving as profound parables and moral lessons distinct from the histories of major prophets. Ibn Kathir's tafsir explains these accounts—such as the Companions of the Cave, the righteous king Dhul-Qarnayn, and the wise Luqman—not as simple tales, but as `ibar` (lessons) and proofs of Allah's omnipotence and wisdom. Al-Qurtubi's analysis further highlights their role in providing ethical and legal guidance, demonstrating the real-world consequences of faith versus arrogance. The synthesis of these narratives reveals a core Quranic teaching method: conveying timeless spiritual truths and ethical principles through diverse and compelling stories that resonate with the human experience across all eras.