The Authority of Apparent Meanings of the Qur'an

The presentation explores the literal interpretations of the Qur'an with insights into Ayatollah al-Khoei’s exegesis work. It examines 'nusus' and 'zawahir' concepts to understand the textual clarity provided by Qur'anic language and the Prophet's role in ensuring communication precision. Arguments affirming the Qur'an's literal authority, supported by revelation, mutawatir analysis, and jurisprudential traditions, are analysed alongside counterarguments on interpretative complexity and...