CLARIFYING THE QUR'ANIC TERMINOLOGY tome 2

AN APPLIED STUDY IN THE JURISPRUDENCE OF THE QUR'ANIC LANGUAGE

Book Cover: CLARIFYING THE QUR'ANIC TERMINOLOGY tome 2 by Dr. Nasser Ibn Dawood

Author: Dr. Nasser Ibn Dawood

Edition: Third Edition - 2025

Pages: 473 pages

Category: Islamic Studies, Quranic Exegesis

Language: English

Book Description

This book aims to rebuild the foundation of correct understanding of religion and life by correcting prevalent concepts and presenting original insights into Qur'anic terminology, inspired by the essence of the Qur'anic language. This volume builds upon the scientific methodology established in Volume 1, offering expanded practical applications for the jurisprudence of the Qur'anic language.

The methodology of this work is based on the theoretical foundations and methodological principles detailed in the book "Jurisprudence of the Qur'anic Language: A New Methodology for Understanding Text and Manuscript." In this volume, the author presents a contemporary and innovative reading of Qur'anic terms and concepts, moving beyond inherited interpretations that have obscured the original meanings of the Noble Qur'an.

Volume 2 Description: Practical Applications and Advanced Analysis

The second volume of this encyclopedic work represents the transition from methodological theorization to intensive practical application of "Qur'anic Language Jurisprudence." After establishing theoretical foundations in Volume 1, this volume delves into core issues and concepts that have shaped Muslim understanding of the Qur'anic text throughout history, offering a renewing vision to deconstruct terms and reconstruct them according to the book's methodology based on the principle that the Qur'an explains itself.

This volume focuses on addressing a wide range of pivotal Qur'anic concepts and terms that have often been sources of controversy or misunderstanding. Serving as an applied workshop, the author takes readers on a journey through Qur'anic verses and terms, demonstrating how "Fiqh al-Lisan al-Qur'ani" methodology can produce different, more authentic, and deeper understanding of religious and life concepts, calling for liberation from inherited interpretations and direct return to the "Clear Light" and "Clear Arabic Tongue" in which the Qur'an was revealed.

Main Themes of Volume 2:

  • Deconstructing Doctrinal and Intellectual Concepts: Jinn and devils, Children of Israel, Shirk in the Qur'an, Pure Monotheism
  • Re-reading Terms Related to Rulings and Punishments: Series "Darb in the Qur'an", Killing, Coercion and Taghut, Flogging and Amputation, Concepts of Halal and Haram
  • Contemplating Stories and Prophets: Surah Yusuf, Moses in the Qur'an, Names of Prophets, Sacrifice and Ransom
  • Deep Terminological and Linguistic Studies: Numbers in the Qur'an, Remembrance and Supplication, "Al-Kitab" and "Al-Kutub", "Al-Qur'an", "The Straight Path"

Key Features of the Book

  • Precise analysis of Qur'anic terms in their original contexts
  • "Interactive Contemplation" methodology that transcends superficial reading
  • Utilization of modern technology as research tools
  • Comprehensive approach that transcends traditional exegetical issues
  • Liberating terminology from human additions and inherited interpretations
  • Applied study of fundamental concepts in the Noble Qur'an
  • Connecting theoretical methodology with practical application in textual understanding

Table of Contents

Introduction: Methodology for Volume 2

Methodological foundations of Qur'anic language jurisprudence
Application mechanism of the methodology to Qur'anic terms
Differences between Volume 1 and 2 in methodology and application

Part One: Deconstructing Doctrinal and Intellectual Concepts

Jinn and Devils: A new reading of Qur'anic concepts
Children of Israel: From ethnic understanding to conceptual perception
Shirk (Polytheism) in the Qur'an: Its true dimensions beyond simplification
Pure Monotheism: Abraham's creed as a comprehensive way of life

Part Two: Re-reading Legislative Terminology

Series "Darb (Striking) in the Qur'an": Multiple meanings and contexts
Killing, Coercion and Taghut: Deconstructing traditional narratives
Flogging and Amputation: Between reformative discipline and physical punishment
Concepts of Halal and Haram: Returning to Qur'anic origins

Part Three: Contemplating Stories and Prophets

Surah Yusuf: Exploring depths of "The Best of Stories"
Moses in the Qur'an: A symbolic and renewed methodological reading
Prophets' Names: Linguistic and spiritual treasures in the "Mathani" system
Sacrifice and Ransom: New insights in Abraham and his son's story

Part Four: Advanced Terminological and Linguistic Studies

Numbers in the Qur'an: From numerical quantity to qualitative significance
Remembrance and Supplication: Essence of connection with God in Qur'anic perspective
"Al-Kitab" (The Book) and "Al-Kutub" (The Books): Journey into secrets of central terms
"Al-Qur'an": From letter to reality in concept and terminology
"The Straight Path": Qur'anic vision in five dimensions

Conclusion: Toward Renewed Understanding of the Qur'an

Summary of methodology and applications
Future research horizons in Qur'anic language jurisprudence
Recommendations for researchers and students of knowledge

Volume 1 Description: Theoretical and Methodological Foundation

Volume 1 serves as the cornerstone and methodological gateway to the entire "Clarifying Qur'anic Terminology" project. The author dedicates this part to establishing the intellectual and textual tools that will be used in subsequent volumes, providing readers with a clear roadmap to understanding the Qur'an through its own framework.

This volume primarily aims to build a new framework for contemplation (tadabbur), transitioning readers from traditional reception to direct analysis of the Qur'anic text in its original form. It represents an intellectual and methodological "rehabilitation" process that deconstructs traditional foundations of understanding and replaces them with new foundations based on the original Qur'anic text and its internal rules.

Main Themes of Volume 1:

  • Rooting Sources and Methodology: Returning to original Qur'anic manuscripts, diagnosing current understanding crises, and establishing "Fiqh al-Lisan al-Qur'ani" methodology
  • Reconstructing Doctrinal and Worship Concepts: Rereading fundamental Islamic concepts like prayer, fasting, pilgrimage, and glorification
  • Faith and Existential Concepts: Understanding the self, Paradise and Hell, Night of Decree (Laylat al-Qadr), and faith between text and interpretation
  • Knowing Allah: Presenting specialized series on understanding Lordship (Rububiyyah) and Divinity (Uluhiyyah)
  • Methodology for Handling Heritage: Critical approach to Prophetic traditions and evaluating narrations against the Qur'an

Who is this Book For?

  • Researchers in Qur'anic Studies: Those seeking new approaches to Qur'anic text analysis
  • Students of Islamic Sciences: Those wishing to deepen understanding of scientific methodology in approaching the Qur'an
  • Islamic Thinkers: Those interested in renewing religious discourse and understanding foundational texts
  • Linguistics Specialists: Those studying unique characteristics of Qur'anic language
  • Comparative Religion Scholars: Those seeking to understand Qur'anic terminology in its original context