Better understanding of Quran through logics

1. Tafseer of the Qur’an
Understanding the Divine Message
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2. Introduction
• Definition of Tafseer (to explain, interpret,
clarify)
• Purpose: To understand the meaning of
Qur’anic verses
• Importance: Qur’an is guidance for mankind
(Surah Al-Baqarah 2:2)

3. Need for Tafseer
• Qur’an revealed in Arabic – needs explanation
for non-Arabs
• Context of revelation (Asbab al-Nuzul) clarifies
meanings
• Prevents misinterpretation
• Explains deep wisdom behind rulings & stories

4. Sources of Tafseer
• Qur’an by Qur’an – one verse explains another
• Hadith of the Prophet ‫ﷺ‬ – explanation
through Sunnah
• Sayings of Sahabah – companions who directly
learned from the Prophet ‫ﷺ‬
• Arabic language & grammar
• Context of revelation (Asbab al-Nuzul)

5. Types of Tafseer
• Tafseer bil-Ma’thur (Traditional): Based on
Qur’an, Hadith, Sahabah, Tabi‘een
• Tafseer bil-Ra’y (Interpretive): Based on
scholarly reasoning, without contradiction to
Qur’an & Sunnah

6. Famous Books of Tafseer
• Tafseer Ibn Kathir
• Tafseer al-Tabari (Jami‘ al-Bayan)
• Tafseer al-Qurtubi
• Tafseer al-Jalalayn
• Tafheem-ul-Qur’an (by Abul A‘la Maududi)

7. Importance of Tafseer
• Protects against wrong interpretations
• Deepens understanding of Qur’anic guidance
• Connects daily life with Allah’s message
• Helps in applying teachings correctly

8. Conclusion
• Tafseer is essential for true understanding of
Qur’an
• It explains meanings, laws, stories, and
wisdom
• A Muslim should study Qur’an with Tafseer for
guidance in life

9. References
• Qur’an
• Hadith collections
• Tafseer Ibn Kathir, Tafseer al-Tabari
• Cambridge Islamiyat/O Level resources