Methodology of text comprehension in Ja'fari jurisprudence

Abstract EN

The present study deals with ways of comprehending the text from the perspective of jurists and their attempt to mold the text in accordance with their understanding.

Initially, a general definition of methodology is provided; then, the specialized perception of jurisprudence from the concept of methodology is presented according to four main sources of jurisprudence; the next step involves investigating the procedures of commentators in dealing with the text of the Holy Quran and traditions and the instruments provides for them on the part of the text; finally, the importance of consensus, reason, and Ijtihad in the formation of various jurisprudence schools is discussed.

These different schools represent the flexibility and freedom of expression under the banner of Ijtihad in the path of religion.

The present descriptive- analytical study was conducted through collecting documentary and library materials and tries to provide an understanding of the text from the perspective of Ja'fari jurisprudence by reviewing the jurisprudents' methodological model.