Tafsir is the endeavour to elucidate, explain, or interpret the verses of the Quran in order to comprehend Allah’s will, directives, and prohibitions, etc for humanity. Surah Al-‘Alaq contains the first verses revealed to the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ. Some Mufassir describe this incident in the following way: Jibraeel appears before the Prophet ﷺ and commands…Continue reading The Tafsir of Surah Al ’Alaq
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How to Study Tafsīr
Introduction to the science Tafsīr is the science of understanding the intended meanings of the verses of the Quran. The Mufassir will evaluate the language used, extrapolate possible legal ruling and layout core theology matters. The Mufassir will consider the Sunnah and Riwaya from the blessed companions. Finally exercising independent reasoning, whilst incorporating a range…Continue reading How to Study Tafsīr
Notes on Gateway to God’s Book (Qurʼān) by Hamza Yusuf
Notes based on Shaykh Hamza Yusuf’s Gateway to God’s Book (Qurʼān) Ramadhan Series. I recommend you to watch the full 7 part series to get a better understanding of the Qurʼān by the Shaykh as well as other pearls and the Q and A session. This series is based on the works by ibn Juzayy.…Continue reading Notes on Gateway to God’s Book (Qurʼān) by Hamza Yusuf