CRITIQUES BY MUSAID AL-TAYYAR REGARDING THE ISSUE OF USUL AL-TAFSIR

The al-Quran is a scripture that acts as a guide for life. Solutions for all the problems faced by humans are provided for in the al-Quran. Engaging with the al-Quran requires a disciplined approach to knowledge in order to ensure that it is accurately understood. Usul al-Tafsir (Principles of Quranic Exegesis) is one of the essential disciplines required to comprehend the al-Quran. Researchers are expected to adopt a more critical way of thinking in this contemporary era of globalization to ensure that the development of knowledge continues to expand and remain relevant. A stagnated mindset hinders the expression of ideas and the growth of knowledge, which prevents both from flourishing effectively. Musaid al-Tayyar is recognized as a critical and influential thinker in the field of Quranic studies. His ideas and critiques are accompanied by in-depth justifications based on his comprehensive analyses. This qualitative study adopted a content analysis approach, focusing on the works of Musaid al-Tayyar and supported by other relevant literature. Data obtained in this study were descriptively and thematically analysed. Findings demonstrate that his thoughts are grounded in arguments and justification that emerge from his mastery of classical works related to Quranic exegesis, tabaqat al-mufassirin (the ranks of interpreters) scriptures, historical records etc. His thoughts should be further emphasised in subsequent research to benefit scholars and foster a genuine understanding of the discipline of Usul al-Tafsir.