سر سید احمد خاں کے انحرافی تفسیری اصولوں کا تنقیدی جائزہ (تفسیر القرآن وھو الھدی ٰ والفرقان کے متنی تناظر میں)

Abstract

Sir Syed Ahmad Khan (1817-1898) was an influential Indian Muslim reformer, educator, and writer who played a vital role in the socio-religious and educational renaissance of Indian Muslims during the 19th century. He is best known for his efforts to modernize Muslim society and promote education through rational and scientific inquiry.  Sir Syed argued that the Quran should be interpreted contextually, considering the historical and cultural circumstances of its revelation. He believed that understanding the context in which Quranic verses were revealed is crucial for their proper interpretation and application in contemporary times. He emphasized the compatibility of Quranic teachings with modern science. Sir Syed maintained that Islam encourages the pursuit of knowledge and that any apparent contradictions between the Quran and scientific findings are due to misinterpretations of the Quranic text. Sir Syed was critical of superstitious beliefs and practices that had crept into Muslim society. He argued that such practices were not rooted in the Quran and needed to be eradicated for the community to progress. Sir Syed Ahmad Khan's rationalist approach significantly influenced Muslim thought in South Asia, encouraging a re-evaluation of traditional interpretations and fostering a spirit of intellectual and educational reform.