Tafseer-ul-Quran - Almassari - 008 - Al-Baqara - 02 - تفسير سورة البقرة (2021-03-18) ​

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حلقات ودروس الشيخ الدكتور محمد بن عبدالله المسعري Study Circles of Professor Dr. Muhammad AL-MASSARI

Continued discussion of Hurf al Qat' (singular letters) and their relation to:

• Discussion of ancient Arabic
• Different Recitations of Quran

Meaning of Zhaalikal Kitaab

Discussion on Metaphorical meanings of Quran

Qadr - detailed discussion on the nature of Qadr and misconceptions

Summary of Tafseer-ul-Quran - Almassari - 008 - Al-Baqara - 02 - تفسير سورة البقرة ​

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00:00:00 - 01:00:00 ​

discusses the various hypotheses regarding the meanings of certain verses of the Qur'an. One of the hypotheses discussed is that certain verses point to Muhammad Ali, the boxer. Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Zain argues that this is a plausible hypothesis, and provides a PDF of his paper on the subject.

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• Discusses the many coincidences and miraculous aspects of the Qur'an. They also mention a theory that alif lam may be the two most commonly used words in the Qur'an, and that this points to the divine name Allah. He goes on to say that all these arguments need to be reshaped, as the Qur'an does not contain Syria, Syriac, or Arabic.
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• Discusses the various hypotheses regarding the meanings of certain verses of the Qur'an. One of the hypotheses discussed is that certain verses point to Muhammad Ali, the boxer. Dr. Ahmed Muhammad Zain argues that this is a plausible hypothesis, and provides a PDF of his paper on the subject.
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• Discusses the different readings of the Quran, noting that the readings with miraculous aspects are more reliable. He argues that the preservation of these readings is a sign from God.
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• Discusses the different meanings of the Quran, highlighting the fact that there are multiple interpretations due to the book's flexibility. recommends the book Tafseer-ul-Quran by Almassari as a excellent source for understanding the Quran.
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• Discusses Tafsir-ul-Quran by Almassari. It states that Tabari's version is a slimmed-down version of what the Companions and tablers said about al-Baqara, and that he makes his final conclusion with the dropping of all these narrations. It goes on to say that a scholar who wants to do scholarly work should see what sahaba and tabling said about these topics and make sense of it. Tabari is mentioned as the author of this tafsir, as he accumulated what has happened in history, and he has sound judgement. It is also important to study him because he is not an extreme in terms of attacking every narration, as he knows that even a Prophet who is awake may not enjoy the correct information. Finally, it is mentioned that Al Albuquerque may have been misled by his kabbalah studies, and that the Quran refuted the story mentioned in that graduation ceremony.
• **00:25:00 ** Tabari provides a reasonable explanation for why different texts of the Quran may have different interpretations. He does not criticize the statement at all, and regards any errors or possible truths as part of the divine nature of the Quran.
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• Discusses the different meanings of the Arabic word "dalic," and provides a possible interpretation of the Quran's use of it. He also discusses the issue of the Quran's existence in eternity, and concludes that it is only a part of a larger book that will eventually be completed.
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• Discusses the interpretation of the Qur'an, specifically focusing on the concept of "a kitab", or "book". argues that the book is not fully complete and that it will be completed in the future. This concept is reinforced by the idea that the Qur'an is a guidance, or "ilm", to humanity.
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• Discusses how Allah has the ability to intervene in the affairs of the world, and how he was not surprised by the events of the past. He goes on to say that this implies that all of the possible outcomes are known to Allah, and that he can always intervene to rectify any mistakes that may be made.
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• Discusses the Hadith which states that if Qatar is correct, nothing will prevent it from reaching its destination, except if it is correct. The narrator provides a translation of the Hadith into English, and discusses how different translators have interpreted it. He then provides his own interpretation of the Hadith, which is that Qatar is protected from evil by taking action to protect itself.
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• Discusses the importance of having a god awareness, as this will help protect oneself from punishment in the afterlife. It also discusses the importance of following revelation, as this will help one act in accordance with God's will.
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• Discusses the importance of being knowledgeable and virtuous, and how repentance can be difficult to achieve if the environment is not conducive to change. then discusses the example of a man who killed 100 people, and who asked about the most knowledgeable person on earth. The people who were guiding him told him that repentance is not possible for him because he has not made a commitment to change.

01:00:00 - 01:25:00 ​

provides a detailed interpretation of the Qur'an verse 2:255, discussing the different approaches to understanding scripture by medieval scholar Ibn Arabi and contemporary scholar Jason. Although Ibn Arabi is considered a more spiritual and visionary scholar, Jason is more able to communicate his ideas effectively. Ibn Arabi's approach is more biased and contentious, while Jason's is more rational and respectable. Both scholars have valuable lessons to teach; Ibn Arabi in his ability to see the spiritual side of scripture, and Jason in his ability to communicate effectively across different sects and cultures.

**01:00:00 ** discussing the story of Prophet Muhammad's Companion Angel, 'Umar, tells of how the angels were debating what to do with 'Umar after he died and reached his heart's desire to repent. 'Umar's guardian angel, who appeared to him in human form, ordered the city where he had committed many sins to leave, and the angels of mercy took him to Paradise.

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• Discusses the meanings of a Quranic story about a man who drowns and refers to other examples of Allah's mercy. concludes by discussing the importance of understanding Allah's mercy rather than getting bogged down in theological discussions.
• **01:10:00 ** talks about how the mercy of God is expressed in various ways, including through kind actions by mothers towards their children. He also explains that this mercy is not finite, and that it will continue to be expressed in the future.
• **01:15:00 ** Tafseer-ul-Quran - Almassari - 008 - Al-Baqara - 02 - تفسير سورة البقرة covers the different approaches to understanding scripture by medieval scholar Ibn Arabi and contemporary scholar Jason. Although Ibn Arabi is considered a more spiritual and visionary scholar, Jason is more able to communicate his ideas effectively. Ibn Arabi's approach is more biased and contentious, while Jason's is more rational and respectable. Both scholars have valuable lessons to teach; Ibn Arabi in his ability to see the spiritual side of scripture, and Jason in his ability to communicate effectively across different sects and cultures.
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• Discusses different interpretations of the Qur'an, including the opinions of Zamakshari and Kashaf. He says that although Zamakshari and Kashaf may have had different opinions on some finer points, their work is still valuable and correct. mentions a Hadith in which Muhammad said that only someone who understands the Qur'an fully can understand its meaning.
• **01:25:00 ** provides a detailed interpretation of the Qur'an verse 2:255.