The literal meaning of tafsir in the Arabic language is to open or to explain, interpret or comment. Technically, the science of tafsir is a branch of knowledge in which the meanings of the Quran are explained and its injunctions and wisdoms are described openly and clearly (al-Burhan). Addressing the Holy Prophet, the Glorious Quran says: We revealed the Quran to you so that you explain to the people what has been sent down to them. (16:44) The Holy Quran also says: Surely, Allah did a great ... [Continue Reading]
Qur’anic Sciences
What are the different names Allah [swt] gives to the Qur’an
Imam Suyuti has listed 55 names of the Qur’an given by the Qur’an itself. Amongst them are: 1. Al-Qur’an [that which is recited] 2. Al-Kitab [written down] 3. Kareem [most noble] 4. KalamAllah [speech of Allah] 5. Nur [ light in amidst a world of darkness] 6. Huda [guidance away from the path of misguidance] 7. Rahmah [mercy from Him] 8. Al-Furqan [Criterion to distinguish right from wrong – if you do not have you can do] 9. Shifa’ [cure for the diseases of the Heart like ... [Continue Reading]