FROM REVELATION TO INTERPRETATION: THE NECESSITY OF THE PROPHETIC TRADITIONS IN QURANIC EXEGESIS

Abstract

Interpretation of the Quran through prophetic traditions ranks as the second-highest source of Quranic interpretation. This topic was chosen because many Muslims in Norway are unaware of the necessity and status of the prophetic traditions or the origin of the method of Quranic interpretation. This research aims to address the lack of awareness about the necessity and status of prophetic traditions and the origin of the Quranic interpretation method. Existing research was investigated to define the consensus among Muslim scholars to clarify their position in order to reduce the confusion Muslims in general experience. This study conducted a comprehensive investigation of Muslim scholars’ consensus to understand the traditional Islamic perspective on Quranic interpretation via the prophetic traditions. The sources were compared and analyzed to provide a thorough understanding for readers. The research revealed a consensus among Muslim scholars that it is important to know about the investigated topic to interpret the Quranic words correctly. In conclusion, Muslims are advised to base their interpretations on authentic sources and trustworthy methods.