Interpretation of the Great Qur'an (Ibn Kathir)
Interpretation of the Great Qur'an (Ibn Kathir)
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About the book
General introduction to the book
“Tafsir al-Qur’an al-Azim,” also known as “Tafsir Ibn Kathir,” is one of the most famous and important books of traditional interpretation in Islamic history, and is considered a fundamental reference for understanding the Holy Qur’an.
Author: Imam Ibn Kathir (700 AH - 774 AH)
- Full name: Ismail ibn Umar ibn Kathir al-Qurashi al-Dimashqi
- His nickname: Abu al-Fida
- His status: He was one of the leading scholars of Hadith, Tafsir, and history in the eighth century AH.
- His teachers: He studied under Ibn Taymiyyah and Ibn Qayyim al-Jawziyya
Methodology of Interpretation
- Interpretation based on transmitted knowledge: It relies on the Qur'an, the Sunnah, and the sayings of the Companions and their Successors.
- The systematic approach: He interprets verses with other verses, then with hadiths, then with the sayings of the early Muslims.
- Scientific criticism: It critiques hadiths and distinguishes between authentic and weak ones.
- Connecting to reality: It links the interpretation to legal rulings and lessons learned.
Features of interpretation
- Relying on reliable sources in interpretation
- Avoiding Isra'iliyyat and weak narrations
- Clarity and ease of expression
- Comprehensiveness and logical order
- Attention to linguistic and rhetorical aspects
The importance and scientific value of the book
- A primary reference: It is considered one of the most important references in traditional interpretation.
- Scholarly confidence: The nation accepted it, and it became one of the most widespread commentaries.
- Scientific methodology: It is characterized by a clear methodology in presenting the interpretation.
- His connection to Hadith: Great interest in the authenticity of Hadiths and narrations
Editions and investigations
- Printed many times by different printing presses
- One of its best editions is the edition edited by Sami bin Muhammad Al-Salama.
- There are abridged and annotated editions of it.
a summary
Ibn Kathir’s interpretation is one of the greatest and most comprehensive interpretations. It has gained wide acceptance among scholars and students of knowledge, and is famous for its scientific integrity and its adherence to the methodology of the Salaf in interpretation.
