An Explanation of Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah's Introduction to the Principles of Tafsir
Sold OutReflecting deeply upon the Quran and its meanings is considered to be one of the keys and means towards attaining higher degrees of spirituality. This is an oft neglected benefit of the Quran that we rarely attempt to delve into.
Al-Hafidh Ibn Qayyim (r) said regarding this:
Allah has revealed the Quran to us so that we read it in contemplation, reflect on it wholeheartedly, rejoice within its remembrance, interpret its meanings and words in the best manner, believe in it, strive to establish its commands, and reap the fruits of its beneficial knowledge through which we can attain the pleasure of Allah from its trees and collect the basis of wisdom from its gardens and flowers.
The further hearts contemplate it, the more guidance and insight they will enjoy, and when its deepest depths are touched, sprung forth are fountains of wisdom. When studying the various fields of Islamic knowledge, the brief works describing the Usul (principles) of the field increase the reader's appreciation and aid in the understanding of the books in the field. The Quran is the greatest miracle for mankind, yet how many of us truly understand its beautiful message and the sciences that surround it?
This book, An Explanation of Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah's Introduction to the Principles of Tafsir is an English Translation Of Sharh Muqaddimah Fi Usul at-Tafsir Li Ibn Taymiyah by Shaykh Muhammad bin Salih Al-Uthaymeen
The Quran is the greatest miracle for mankind,yet how many of us truly understand its beautiful message and the sciences that surround it?
In this book, the renowned author Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah outlines the principles employed by the scholars in understanding the verses of the Quran. What makes this book unique is the fact that it is combined with Shaykh Ibn Uthaymeen’s detailed explanation of the original text.
So, the reader benefits from both the original work and the detailed explanation of the work, all in an easy to follow, smooth, accessible format.
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Title: An Explanation of Shaykh al-Islam Ibn Taymiyyah's Introduction to the Principles of Tafsir
Author: Shaikh Muhammad bin Salih Al-Uthaymeen
Publisher: Al-Hidaayah Publishing - UK
Pages: 204
Volumes: 1
Size: 15.1 cm x 21.1 cm
Binding: Paperback
Edition Number: 1st
Year Of Publication: 2009
Weight: 0.28 kg
