Kurdistan:
Academic Course Discusses “The Dominant Book” and Reinforces the Quran’s
Authority over Previous Scriptures
The Kurdistan branch of the
International Union of Muslim Scholars held a specialized academic course for
Professor Dr. Mohsen Abdulhamid, focusing on his book “The Dominant Book”, on
Saturday, January 24, at the branch headquarters in the region. The event was
attended by approximately 40 union members, along with a select group of
preachers, imams, and khutbah (sermon) speakers.
An Academic
Approach to the Concept of Quranic Authority
During the course, Dr.
Abdulhamid presented the main themes and ideas of his book in an organized
academic manner, emphasizing that the central focus of the book is based on the
interpretation of the verse:
﴿وَأَنْزَلْنَا
إِلَيْكَ الْكِتَابَ بِالْحَقِّ مُصَدِّقًا لِمَا بَيْنَ يَدَيْهِ مِنَ الْكِتَابِ
وَمُهَيْمِنًا عَلَيْهِ﴾
[المائدة: 48].
He clarified that the concept of
“dominance” does not imply control or coercion but rather denotes scholarly and
legal oversight. The Quran serves as the ultimate reference that validates the
truth found in previous scriptures and clarifies any inconsistencies or
misunderstandings in their interpretation or application.
Scholarly Insights
into the Relationship Between the Quran and Previous Scriptures
The book addresses several key
themes, including:
·
Linguistic Analysis:
Examining the meaning of “al-Muhaymin” in Arabic, including terms such as
witness, protector, trustworthy, and reference.
·
Quranic Legal
Significance: Demonstrating that the verse defines the Quran’s role as a
witness, guardian, and authority over previous scriptures.
·
Relationship with Earlier
Scriptures: Affirming that the Quran does not entirely negate previous books
but rather confirms what is correct in them and rectifies areas of discrepancy.
·
Theological and Practical
Dimensions: Establishing the Quran as the supreme reference for belief,
legislation, and guidance.
Intellectual
Conclusions and Scholarly Message
The book concludes that the
Quran’s dominance is intellectual and doctrinal, based on witness and
authority, rather than formal or political superiority. It highlights the
profound connection between Quranic words and their theological meanings within
established linguistic and legal foundations.
This course is part of ongoing
efforts to enhance scholarly and intellectual awareness and to provide a
rigorous, methodical reading of major Quranic concepts, contributing to a
balanced and conscious religious discourse.
(Source: International Union of
Muslim Scholars)
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