The Development Of Exegesis In Early Islam

Author : Herbert Berg
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 268 pages
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Release : 2013-04-03
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9781136115226

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The Development of Exegesis in Early Islam by Herbert Berg Pdf

The most important debate in Islamic origins is that of the reliability of the lists of transmitters (isnads) that are said to guarantee the authenticity of the materials to which they are attached. Many scholars have come to the conclusion that most traditions (hadiths), which claim to preserve the words and deeds of Muhammad and early Muslim scholars, are spurious. Other scholars defend hadiths and their isnads, arguing for an early continuous written transmission of these materials. The first purpose of this study is to summarize and critique the major positions on the issue of the authenticity of hadiths in general and exegetical hadiths in particular. The second purpose is to devise a means of evaluating isnads that does not rely on circular arguments and to use it to determine if the hadiths in the Tafsir of al-Tabari, attributed to Ibn 'Abbas, are genuine.

Author : C.H.M. Versteegh
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 55,6 Mb
Release : 2017-07-03
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9789004348363

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Arabic Grammar and Qur’ānic Exegesis in Early Islam by C.H.M. Versteegh Pdf

In this volume the author examines the origins of Arabic linguistics on the basis of the earliest Qur’ānic commentaries (1st half of the 8th century A.D.). The material used includes both edited texts and manuscript commentaries. Various chapters analyze the exegetical methods of the early commentators (such as Muqātil and Muḥammad al-Kalbī) and their use of grammatical terminology. These data are compared with the earliest grammatical treatises (Such as Sābawayhi and Farrā’). The material presented here constitutes an important source of evidence for the development of linguistic thinking in Islam and the origin of the grammatical schools of Basra and Kufa.

Author : Hussein Abdul-Raof
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 296 pages
File Size : 47,7 Mb
Release : 2013-12-13
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781135240967

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Schools of Qur'anic Exegesis by Hussein Abdul-Raof Pdf

Qur’anic exegesis has become the battleground of political Islam and theological conflict among various Muslim schools of thought. Using comparative and contrastive methodology, examples from the Qur'an are investigated in the light of various theological views to delineate the birth, development and growth of Qur'anic exegesis. The political status quo, in the past and at present, has impinged upon Qur’anic exegesis more than on any other discipline in Islamic studies. This book illustrates the dichotomy between mainstream and non-mainstream Islam, showing how Qur’anic exegesis reflects the subtle dogmatic differences and political cleavages in Islamic thought. Chapters explore in depth the intrusive views of the compilers of early exegesis manuscripts, the scepticism among Western scholars about the authenticity of early Muslim works of exegesis and of prophetic tradition, and the role of exegesis as a tool to reaffirm the Qur’an as a canon. Written to appeal to those with comparative exegetical interests as well as those focused on Islamic studies in general, this book will be an important reference for research students, scholars, and students of Islamic Studies, Theology, Religious studies and Middle Eastern Studies.

Author : Meʼir Mikhaʼel Bar-Asher
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 298 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9004114955

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Scripture and Exegesis in Early Imāmī-Shiism by Meʼir Mikhaʼel Bar-Asher Pdf

An examination of the features and methods of Imami exegesis.

Author : Herbert Berg
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 392 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2017-08-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781317589204

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Routledge Handbook on Early Islam by Herbert Berg Pdf

The formative period of Islam remains highly contested. From the beginning of modern scholarship on this formative period, scholars have questioned traditional Muslim accounts on early Islam. The scholarly fixation is mirrored by sectarian groups and movements within Islam, most of which trace their origins to this period. Moreover, contemporary movements from Salafists to modernists continue to point to Islam’s origins to justify their positions. This Handbook provides a definitive overview of early Islam and how this period was understood and deployed by later Muslims. It is split into four main parts, the first of which explores the debates and positions on the critical texts and figures of early Islam. The second part turns to the communities that identified their origins with the Qurʾān and Muḥammad. In addition to the development of Muslim identities and polities, of particular focus is the relationship with groups outside or movements inside of the umma (the collective community of Muslims). The third part looks beyond what happened from the 7th to the 9th centuries CE and explores what that period, the events, figures, and texts have meant for Muslims in the past and what they mean for Muslims today. Not all Muslims or scholars are willing to merely reinterpret early Islam and its sources, though; some are willing to jettison parts, or even all, of the edifice that has been constructed over almost a millennium and a half. The Handbook therefore concludes with discussions of re-imaginations and revisions of early Islam and its sources. Almost every major debate in the study of Islam and among Muslims looks to the formative period of Islam. The wide range of contributions from many of the leading academic experts on the subject therefore means that this book will be a valuable resource for all students and scholars of Islamic studies, as well as for anyone with an interest in early Islam.

Author : Herbert Berg
Publisher : National Library of Canada = Bibliothèque nationale du Canada
Page : 726 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 1996
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 0612188566

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The Use of Ibn 'Abb̄as in Al-Tabar̄i's Tafs̄ir and the Development of Exegesis in Early Islam [microform] by Herbert Berg Pdf

Author : C. H. M. Versteegh
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 1993
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9004098453

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Arabic Grammar and Qurʼānic Exegesis in Early Islam by C. H. M. Versteegh Pdf

In this volume the author examines the origins of Arabic linguistics on the basis of the earliest Qur nic commentaries (1st half of the 8th century A.D.). The material used includes both edited texts and manuscript commentaries.Various chapters analyze the exegetical methods of the early commentators (such as Muq til and Muh ammad al-Kalb ) and their use of grammatical terminology. These data are compared with the earliest grammatical treatises (Such as S bawayhi and Farr ).The material presented here constitutes an important source of evidence for the development of linguistic thinking in Islam and the origin of the grammatical schools of Basra and Kufa.

Author : Herbert Berg
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 424 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Social Science
ISBN : 9004126023

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Method and Theory in the Study of Islamic Origins by Herbert Berg Pdf

This collection of articles examines the various and often mutually exclusive methodological approaches and theoretical assumptions used by scholars of Islamic origins.

Author : Maher Jarrar,Sebastian Günther
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 396 pages
File Size : 54,6 Mb
Release : 2020-05-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9789004429055

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Doctrinal Instruction in Early Islam by Maher Jarrar,Sebastian Günther Pdf

Ghulām Khalīl’s (d. 275/888) creed is a statement of faith and a guide for determining belief and unbelief. It, moreover, aims to regulate social behaviour. The present study offers a fascinating examination of this important creed, along with a critical edition of the Arabic text and a new English translation.

Author : Georges Tamer,Regina Grundmann,Assaad Elias Kattan,Karl Pinggéra
Publisher : Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co KG
Page : 407 pages
File Size : 42,7 Mb
Release : 2017-12-18
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9783110564341

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Exegetical Crossroads by Georges Tamer,Regina Grundmann,Assaad Elias Kattan,Karl Pinggéra Pdf

The art of interpreting Holy Scriptures flourished throughout the culturally heterogeneous pre-modern Orient among Jews, Christians and Muslims. Different ways of interpretation developed within each religion not without considering the others. How were the interactions and how productive were they for the further development of these traditions? Have there been blurred spaces of scholarly activity that transcended sectarian borders? What was the role played by mutual influences in profiling the own tradition against the others? These and other related questions are critically treated in the present volume.

Author : Rashīd Aḥmad Jālandharī,Rashid Ahmad Jullundhry
Publisher : The Other Press
Page : 178 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2010
Category : Qurʼan
ISBN : 9789675062551

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Qur'anic Exegesis in Classical Literature by Rashīd Aḥmad Jālandharī,Rashid Ahmad Jullundhry Pdf

"Abu. al-Qāsim al-Qushayrī (b. 376), the author of al-Risāilah (Epistle to the Sufis), one of the earliest manuals of the science of taṣawwuf, was also a mufassir who wrote a complete commentary of the Qurʼan. His work is regarded as the first original mystical commentary written by a man who was both a theologian and a sufi. It is also considered a fusion of both the Sharīʻah and Ṭarīqah, bridging the gap between the ʻulamāʼ and the sufis, during a time when the friction between sufis and traditional ʻulamāʼ was at its peak with both sides accusing each other of deviating from Islam. In studying this historic tafsīr, the author first discusses the science of Qurʼanic exegesis and its development from the earliest days. He discusses briefly the history of early tafsīr works, the various kinds of tafsīrs and their historical and political backgrounds. He also aims to show how sufi scholars have given a new life to the interpretation of the Qur'an."-- Book cover

Author : Ali Suleiman Ali
Publisher : International Institute of Islamic Thought (IIIT)
Page : 189 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2017-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781565646889

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A Brief Introduction to Qur'anic Exegesis by Ali Suleiman Ali Pdf

Generating precise comprehension of the Quran and the true meaning of its verses is arguably the essence of the most important of the Islamic sciences, Qur’anic exegesis or tafsÏr. Since the passing of the Prophet many scholars have worked hard to bring a proper understanding of the meaning of the Qur’an to Muslims, and indeed to the world at large, as fully as possible, in an attempt to widen knowledge of the guidance contained therein, and how to live life in accordance with its principles. The result has been a wealth of historical Muslim literature on the subject which has come to be known as Ulum al-Tafsir or the sciences of tafsir, a systematic exegesis of the Qur’an following several methodologies. This work traces the evolution of Qur’anic exegesis, from the time of the Prophet, the Companions, the Successors, the early mufassirun (exegetes) with independent tafsir works, to the present day. In doing so, it addresses some major issues including to what extent has tafsir been influenced by differing theological traditions (classical, mystical sufi, persian), political and sectarian interests etc. and how interpretation has differed in some cases, mainly pertaining to juridical, theological, historical, and linguistic issues. Certain scholars and Qur’anic commentaries have stood the test of time and stand in greater prominence to others. Their works are introduced, and different methodologies compared and critiqued. What we are left with is a broad yet important overview of a subject which otherwise can be too complex and extensive for the ordinary reader to grasp acting as a valuable addition to his/her understanding and study of the Qur’anic text.

Author : Lejla Demiri
Publisher : BRILL
Page : 582 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2013-01-28
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9789004243200

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Muslim Exegesis of the Bible in Medieval Cairo by Lejla Demiri Pdf

Najm al-Dīn al-Ṭūfī’s (d. 716/1316) extraordinary commentary on the Christian scriptures has not received the scholarly attention it deserves. Illustrating the way in which the Bible was read, interpreted and used as a proof-text in the construction of early 14th century Muslim views of Christianity, his al-Ta‘līq ‘alā al-Anājīl al-arba‘a wa-al-ta‘līq ‘alā al-Tawrāh wa-‘alā ghayrihā min kutub al-anbiyā’ (Critical Commentary on the Four Gospels, the Torah and other Books of the Prophets) is an invaluable treasure for the study of Muslim-Christian dialogue and its history. In Muslim Exegesis of the Bible in Medieval Cairo, Lejla Demiri makes this important and unusual work available for the first time in a scholarly edition and English translation, with a full introduction that places Ṭūfī in his intellectual context.

Author : Gholamali Haddad Adel,Mohammad Jafar Elmi,Hassan Taromi-Rad
Publisher : EWI Press
Page : 191 pages
File Size : 52,8 Mb
Release : 2012-08-31
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781908433008

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Tafsir (Qur'anic Exegesis) by Gholamali Haddad Adel,Mohammad Jafar Elmi,Hassan Taromi-Rad Pdf

Generation after generation of Muslim scholars have endeavoured to uncover the implications of the Qur’anic text through the science of Qur’anic exegesis (tafsir). This book traces the development of Qur’anic exegesis from its formative period in the first century hijri until the modern era. It offers a comprehensive discussion of the primary approaches to Qur’anic exegesis; namely, exegesis by traditions, literary exegesis, jurisprudential exegesis, theological exegesis, mystical exegesis, scientific exegesis, modern exegesis, and orientalist exegesis. It also discusses the requirements for an exegete and approaches to exegesis which are considered unacceptable, such as exegesis by personal opinion. This book is part of a series of translations from the Encyclopaedia of the World of Islam (EWI) which was originally compiled in Persian. Other entries from this encyclopaedia which are available in English include Hadith, Hawza-yi ‘Ilmiyya, History and Historiography, Muslim Organisations, Political Parties, Qur’anic Exegeses, and Sufism.

Author : Daniel W. Brown
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
Page : 434 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2020-03-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781118638514

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The Wiley Blackwell Concise Companion to The Hadith by Daniel W. Brown Pdf

The most comprehensive and up-to-date English-language guide on hadith scholarship The source of much of our knowledge of the first two centuries of Islamic history, the hadith literature is made up of thousands of traditions collected during the formative years of Islam. Alongside the Qur'an, the hadith forms a second major body of Islamic scripture, and much of Islamic belief and practice rests on the hadith including Islamic law, Islamic theology, Qur'anic interpretation, political thought, and personal behavior. Yet despite its importance to Muslims worldwide and its indispensable role as a source for early Islamic history, the hadith remains unexplored territory for many non-specialist readers. The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a concise yet comprehensive overview of both Islamic and Western traditions of hadith study, offering up-to-date scholarship and providing readers with an essential guide to this distinctive aspect of Islam. Written by a multidisciplinary team of distinguished scholars, the Companion discusses questions of authenticity, epistemology and authority in the hadith and explores the relationship of the hadith literature to other ways of transmitting knowledge and establishing authority. Covers the origins of hadith, the application of hadith within the Islamic intellectual tradition, and contemporary revaluations of hadith literature Addresses developments in modern scholarship about the origins of Islam and Islamic law which are rooted in a revaluation of hadith Presents new and groundbreaking research from international scholars from divergent perspectives to present an accurate and lively overview of the field Explores the emergence of skepticism about hadith among western scholars Surveys the evolution of a wide range of approaches to hadith among modern Muslims Filling a significant gap in current literature in the field, The Wiley Blackwell Companion to the Hadith is a valuable resource for students, scholars, and researchers in Islamic studies, Islamic law, history, and theology.