The Role and the Place of the History in Interpretation of the Quran with Emphasis on the History of the Age of the Ignorant

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Professor at University of Tehran

2 Associate professor at University of Tehran

3 PhD student in Quranic sceinces and hadith

Abstract

It is necessary in understanding and interpretation of the Quran to pay attention to the history especially the history of the Age of Ignorant as one of the most important evidence to understand the historical context. Age of ignorant has a crucial role in understanding and interpreting many verses and understanding and finding the roots of established and validated orders. Recognizing the different traditions and customs of the Age of Ignorant like the ritual traditions and customs and sacred rites of the Pilgrimage, social and family customs and traditions, and economic and business customs has a role in understanding and interpretation of the many verses involved. Being aware of the opinions, beliefs and religions of the Age Ignorant has a role in knowing the environment of the descendent of the Quran and understanding many verses of the Quran.

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