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.
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