Jari and Tatbiq (Applicability and Conformity); Methods and Foundations

Jari and Tatbiq (Applicability and conformity) are two kinds of mystical esoteric commentary, which originate from the universality and eternity of the holy Quran. Jari (Applicability) means application of general and particular words and verses of the Quran to all the cases and instances to which these words and verses are applicable until the Day of resurrection. Some suppose that Jari and Tatbiq mentioned in most Shiite traditions and commentaries based on Shiite traditions are exclusive commentary of related verses. Some researchers in the field of the Quran also suppose that esoteric commentary and inner meanings of Quran are limited to Jari and Tatbiq. The present paper reviews the kinds of Jari and Tatbiq, their methods, foundations and damages and resolves these doubts.