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What is Uṣūl al-Tafsīr, and how does it help us understand the Qur'an correctly? In Episode 2 of Mabādiʾ al-ʿUlūm (مبادئ العلوم), Abdulwahid Stephenson, founder of Madinah College London, explains the ten introductory principles of Uṣūl al-Tafsīr, the science concerned with the foundations and methods of Qur'anic interpretation. This 16-minute lesson provides a structured introduction to the science and its importance for understanding the Qur'an. 📄 FREE Fillable Student Worksheet Follow along with the video and complete the guided worksheet as you learn. Download here: https://madinahcollege.uk/handouts/mabadi-al-ulum-ep02-fillable-worksheet-parts-1-2?ref=youtube In this lesson: - What is Uṣūl al-Tafsīr? - The ten introductory principles applied to this science - The sources and methods of Qur'anic interpretation - Why scholars differ in tafsīr - The principles used to assess and weigh interpretations - The benefits and importance of studying Uṣūl al-Tafsīr - Its relationship to Tafsīr, ʿUlūm al-Tafsīr and ʿUlūm al-Qurʾān **About the Series** *Mabādiʾ al-ʿUlūm* introduces the ten principles traditionally used by scholars to understand a discipline before beginning its detailed study. Each short episode applies this framework to an Islamic science, helping students build a clear foundation for further learning. Presented by Abdulwahid Stephenson | Madinah College London Explore our courses and programmes: https://madinahcollege.uk #MabadiAlUlum #UsulAlTafsir #Tafsir #QuranStudies #IslamicStudies Who are we? Madinah College is a London-based Islamic institute dedicated to teaching Qur’an, Arabic, and Islamic studies to adults and young people. Our mission is to provide authentic knowledge from the Qur’an and Sunnah, taught by qualified teachers, in a way that is accessible and relevant for Muslims living in the West. With on-site classes, online courses, and resources through our MCL Portal, we aim to nurture faith, strengthen understanding, and help Muslims apply their religion in everyday life. Join the community Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/madinahcollege/ Facebook → https://www.facebook.com/madinahcollegelondon/ Telegram → https://t.me/madinahcollegelondon Tiktok → https://www.tiktok.com/@madinah.college/ Study with us Online (Free 7 Day Trial) → https://www.mclportal.com/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description On-site → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/ __________ Video Chapters: [chapters] __________ "When a man dies, his deeds come to an end except for three things: Sadaqah; a knowledge which is beneficial, or a virtuous descendant who prays for him (for the deceased)." (Muslim) Support us → https://www.madinahcollege.uk/donate/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=youtube&utm_campaign=description Subscribe for videos with the scholars and students of knowledge.
