introduction

1-tafseer-of-the-quraan

1.1--schools-of-tafseer

1.2--transmission-of-tafseer

1.3--tafseer-and-taweel

1.4--the-method-of-tafseer

1.5--deviant-tafseers

1.6--the-conditions-for-the-mufassir-108

2-books-of-tafseer

2.1--tafseer-bir-riwaayah

2.2--tafseer-bid-diraayah

2.3--tafseers-of-the-mutazilees

3-translation-of-the-quraan

3.1--types-of-translation

4-the-quraan-the-unique-book

4.1--the-main-theme

4.2--the-miracle-of-the-quraan

4.3--the-challenge

4.4--other-aspects-of-the-quraans-miraculous-nature

4.5--predictions-about-the-future

4.6--descriptions-of-natural-phenomena

4.7--contradictions-in-the-quraan

4.8--the-numerical-miracle-of-the-quraan

5-wahy-divine-revelation

5.1--the-method-of-wahy

5.2--direct-revelations

5.3--indirect-revelation

5.4--types-of-wahy

5.5--doubts-about-quraanic-wahy

6-the-revelations-of-the-quraan

6.1--the-first-revelation

6.2--the-second-revelation

6.3--the-significance-of-segmented-revelation

6.4--educational-benefits-of-segmented-revelation

7-the-collection-of-the-quraan

7.1--the-era-of-the-prophet--609-632-ce

7.2--the-era-of-aboo-bakr-632-634-ce11-13-ah

7.3--the-era-of-uthmaan-644-656-ce23-35-ah

7.4--memorization-of-the-quraan

7.5--significance-of-the-quraans-preservation

8-the-quraanic-text

8.1--the-uthmaanee-script

8.2--decoration-of-the-text

9-dialects-and-recitations

9.1--sabah-ahruf-the-seven-forms

9.2--significance-of-the-seven-forms

9.3--the-dialect-of-quraysh

9.4--qiraaaat-the-recitations

9.5--tajweed-proper-quraanic-recitation

10-asbaab-an-nuzool-reasons-for-revelation

10.1--the-benefits-of-asbaab-an-nuzool

10.2--method-of-interpretation

11-makkan-and-madeenan-revelations

11.1--the-features-of-makkan-revelations

11.2--the-features-of-madeenan-revelations

11.3--the-importance-of-the-distinction

12-naskh-repeal-and-replacement-of-divine-laws

12.1--conditions-for-naskh

12.2--knowledge-of-naskh

12.3--types-of-naskh

12.4--the-types-of-replacement

12.5--the-wisdom-of-naskh

13-the-muhkam-clear-and-mutashaabih-obscure-verses

14-literary-form-of-the-quraan

14.1--the-mathal

14.2--the-qasam

14.3--the-jadal-debate

14.4--the-qissah-narrative

15-language-of-the-quraan

15.1--aamm-general-and-khaass-specific

15.2--specification-of-the-aamm

15.3--expressions-of-takhsees

15.4--takhsees-of-a-verse-by-an-external-statement

15.5--mutlaq-absolute-and-muqayyad-qualified

15.6--mantooq-stated-and-mafhoom-implied-meanings

15.7--mafhoom-implied-meanings

conclusion

bibliography

Usool at-Tafseer, or the Fundamental Principles of Qur'aanic Interpretation, refers to the branches of knowledge that are necessary to provide an accurate interpretation of the Qur'aanic texts[2]. These branches of knowledge include Arabic grammar and syntax, Arabic literature, and Qur'aanic sciences (‘uloom al-Qur’aan)[2]. In addition, familiarity with modern fields of learning, such as the pure sciences and social sciences, is necessary for a commentator to make the Qur'aanic explanations relevant to modern human society[2].  Usool at-Tafseer addresses the step-by-step methodology of interpreting the Qur'aan to ensure that interpretations are not based on personal whims and fancies[2]. It emphasizes the importance of using proper methodology and relying on sound principles of interpretation[2]. These principles have traditionally been mentioned in the books of usool al-fiqh (The Fundamental Principles of Islamic Law) and the introductions to classical books of Tafseer[2].  Among the well-known early works dedicated to Usool at-Tafseer is a treatise called "Muqaddimah fee Usool at-Tafseer" by Ibn Taymeeyah, an outstanding scholar of the 13th century CE[2]. Another notable work is "at-Takmeel fee Usool at-Ta'weel" by the Indian scholar ‘Abdul-Hameed al-Faraahee[2].  The term "‘uloom al-Qur’aan" is commonly used to refer to all the fields of knowledge that serve to elucidate the Qur'aan or are derived from it[2]. These fields include the following[2]:  Tafseer (exegesis) Qiraa’aat (recitations) Ar-rasmul-‘Uthmaanee (the ‘Uthmaanic script) I‘jaaz al-Qur’aan (miraculous aspects of the Qur’aan) Asbaab an-nuzool (reasons for revelation) An-naasikh wal-mansookh (abrogating and abrogated verses) I‘raab al-Qur’aan (Qur’aanic grammar) Ghareeb al-Qur’aan (unusual Qur’aanic terms) Religious rulings Arabic language and literature

Usool At-tafseer

The Qur'aan was revealed to Prophet Muhammad (ﷺ) over a period of twenty-three years, addressing the varying needs and problems of the Muslim communities in Makkah and Madeenah. The revelations from these two periods, known as the Makkan and Madinan revelations, have distinct characteristics due to the differing circumstances of the two cities. Understanding these differences is crucial for a clear comprehension of the Qur'aan, which is why Islamic scholars have devoted significant effort to this area of stud

Usool At-tafseer by Shu‘bah ibn al-Hajjaaj, Sufyaan ibn ‘Uyaynah and it was translated by Dr. M. Abdul Haq Ansari

11 Makkan And Madeenan Revelations