A semantic Study of "Interpretation of the Quran by the Quran in Allama Tabatabai's View", Part II

The topic of this meeting is a study of the concept of "interpretation of the Quran by the Quran" in Allama Tabatabai’s view. The following is the essence of the ideas of the participants in the roundtable: Some scholars believe Allama has expressed his views in various ways and expressions. Thus it is not possible to speak firmly about his final purpose and view on the quality of interpreting the Quran. Some others hold that the Quran has different positions or aspects. Allama’s utterances would find their meaning if these aspects are fully distinguished. Accordingly, the Quran for its interpretation as challenging book, stating the general principles of religion, and interacting with infallible audience is self-sufficient. However, in terms of doctrinal and practical adherence, stating the secrets and internal meanings, and the interpretive approach, the Quran is in need of hadith.Still some others are of opinion that the domain of interpretation should be fully known and recognized. This book is clear just to the extent that Allah has willed to convey its messages through the words and phrases in Quranic verses, thus self – sufficient and in need of nothing else However, the details of regulations, eschatology, narratives, and internal meanings require the help of hadith. These last points are considered to be beyond the technical meaning of Tafsir. Thus Allama’s utterances may be reconciled.