Abdul Halim Hasan and his methodological approach in Tafser alQuran al-Karim

Abstract EN

Abdul Halim Hasan was a Malay exegetical writer of Indonesian origin.

His work on Qur’anic exegesis or tafsir, transcended geographical boundaries and reached audiences around the Malay regions, especially Malaysia.

The academic value of this particular tafsir is undeniably outstanding as an early twentieth century exegetical writing.

This paper highlights Abdul Halim Hasan and his academic measures in the writing of Tafsir al-Quran al-Karim.

Emphasis was given towards his biography and methodological contribution in tafsir.

This qualitative study utilized deductive and inductive method to examine and discuss his tafsir as well as methodology.

The result indicated that Abdul Halim Hasan implemented specific methodology in his tafsir, benefitting from his reference of the past scholars in this field.