
Quranic exegesis (Tafsir)
Tafsir is the scholarly interpretation of the Quran, aimed at understanding its meanings, themes, and messages. It involves analyzing the text's language, context, historical circumstances, and motives to clarify its teachings. Scholars use linguistic skills, historical knowledge, and insights from previous traditions to explain how specific verses relate to broader spiritual, moral, and social principles. The goal of Tafsir is to help Muslims grasp the Quran’s guidance accurately and deepen their faith, while respecting its complexity and divine nature.