The Concept of Suspension in Quran Interpretation In Light of Ibn Atiyya Al-Andalusi’s Approach

Abstract

This research explores the concept of suspension in Ibn Atiyya ‘s Quran interpretation book Al-Muhrar Al-Wajiz fi Tafsir Al-Kitab Al-Aziz. For the study purposes, the inductive method was adopted in tracking Ibn Atiyya's suspensions in his interpretation and analyzing and discussing them. The study cimprises an introduction, two main sections, and a conclusion. The introduction defines suspension and its legitimacy in Quran interpretation. The first section provides a brief overview of Ibn Atiyya and presents his interpretation and the method he followed in dealing with suspensions in Quran interpretation. The second section examines suspensions arranged according to the order of the Quran. The key findings revealed that Ibn Atiyya adhered to the approach of early scholars in suspending judgment without valid evidence. All his suspensions were in ambiguous matters in interpreting Quran verses and explaining their meanings. It was noted that his suspensions were few compared to his choices and preferences in Quran interpretation.