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"Introduction To The Science Of Tafsir Of The Qur’an" written by Ayatullah Ja'far Subhani

The Qur’an introduces itself as a “Reminder” (تَذْكِرَةٌ) and a way through which we can be informed (of previous nations, scriptures and events that have transpired). In addition, we see that those who refrain from hearing the Qur’an and pondering upon the meaning of its verses have been severely reprimanded.