The Method Of Ibn Badis In The Tafsir Bi-al-ma'thur - Chosen Examples

Abstract

This paper tackles an all important aspect of the interpretation Tafsir of the scholar Ibn Badis, when he relied on the rules of Tafsir bi’l ma'thur, which is considered to be one of the primary types of interpretation because it is based on essential rules found in the sources of Sharia. The first of which is the interpretation of Qur'an through Qur'an, followed by the interpretation of Qur'an through Sunnah, and the interpretation of Qur'an through the sayings of the Prophets’ companions. The recitations interpret each other. It is an interpretation that relies on a correct narration and calls for contemplation and insight, showing its importance in clarifying the Quranic meanings as required by Sharia law. Ibn Badis' goal was to adopt Tafsir bi’l ma'thur (interpretation by the reported texts) to bring the nation back to the Quran, so that it never strays from it, as it is the source of its earthly and hereafter happiness, and the source of its salvation.