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Tafseer Collection

تفسير القرآن الكريم

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Tafsir Ibn Kathir

تفسير ابن كثير

Classical

One of the most respected and widely used explanations of the Quran. Known for its use of hadith to explain verses.

Ibn Kathir (d. 774 AH)
English
10 volumes
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Ma'ariful Quran

معارف القرآن

Modern

A comprehensive 8-volume tafsir in Urdu, later translated to English. Combines classical scholarship with contemporary relevance.

Mufti Muhammad Shafi (d. 1976)
English
8 volumes
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Tafsir al-Jalalayn

تفسير الجلالين

Classical

A concise classical tafsir written by two scholars. Known for its brevity and clarity, ideal for students.

Al-Mahalli & Al-Suyuti
English
1 volume
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Tafsir Ibn Abbas

تفسير ابن عباس

Classical

Attributed to the cousin of the Prophet and one of the earliest interpreters of the Quran. Known for his deep understanding of the Quran.

Ibn Abbas (d. 68 AH)
English
1 volume
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Asbab Al-Nuzul

أسباب النزول

Classical

Explains the occasions and circumstances of revelation (asbab al-nuzul) for Quranic verses, providing important historical context.

Al-Wahidi (d. 468 AH)
English
1 volume
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Tazkirul Quran

تذكير القرآن

Modern

A modern tafsir emphasizing the thematic coherence and structure of the Quran. Written in Urdu and translated to English.

Amin Ahsan Islahi (d. 1997)
English
9 volumes
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Tafsir Al-Tustari

تفسير التستري

Classical

An early Sufi tafsir focusing on spiritual and mystical interpretations of the Quran.

Sahl al-Tustari (d. 283 AH)
English
1 volume
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Tafsir Kashani

تفسير الكاشاني

Classical

A comprehensive Sufi tafsir providing spiritual and esoteric interpretations of the Quranic verses.

Abd al-Razzaq al-Kashani (d. 730 AH)
English
1 volume
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Tafsir Al-Muyassar

تفسير الميسر

Modern

A simplified and accessible Arabic tafsir designed for general readers, providing clear and straightforward explanations.

Multiple Scholars
Arabic
1 volume
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Tafsir Ibn Kathir (Arabic)

تفسير ابن كثير

Classical

The original Arabic version of one of the most respected and widely used explanations of the Quran.

Ibn Kathir (d. 774 AH)
Arabic
10 volumes
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Tafsir As-Sa'di

تفسير السعدي

Modern

A modern Arabic tafsir known for extracting practical benefits and lessons from the Quran in an accessible style.

Abdur-Rahman As-Sa'di (d. 1956)
Arabic
1 volume
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Tafsir al-Qurtubi

تفسير القرطبي

Classical

Known as "Al-Jami' li Ahkam al-Quran". Focuses on legal rulings derived from the Quran.

Al-Qurtubi (d. 671 AH)
Arabic
20 volumes
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Tafsir al-Tabari

تفسير الطبري

Classical

The earliest and most comprehensive tafsir. Contains extensive chains of narration and linguistic analysis.

Ibn Jarir al-Tabari (d. 310 AH)
Arabic
30 volumes
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What is Tafseer?

Tafseer (تفسير) is the Arabic word for exegesis or commentary, usually of the Quran. It provides explanation, interpretation, and context for the verses of the Quran, helping readers understand the deeper meanings, historical context, and practical applications of Allah's words.

Tafsir bil-Ma'thur

Interpretation based on transmitted reports from the Prophet ﷺ and companions.

Tafsir bil-Ra'y

Interpretation based on scholarly reasoning and linguistic analysis.

Tafsir al-Ishari

Spiritual interpretation focusing on inner meanings and wisdom.