Reasons and Occasions of Revelation of The Quran

Description

Reasons and Occasions of Revelation of The Quran (Asbab Nuzul al-Qur’an)

Reasons and Occasions of Revelation of The Qur’an (Asbab Nuzul al-Qur’an) is a foundational work in Qur’anic studies that clarifies the historical and contextual background of revelation. Authored by Imam al-Wahidi al-Nisaburi, this classical Tafsir reference helps readers approach the Qur’an with deeper accuracy, insight, and understanding. It remains the benchmark text upon which later works in this discipline were modeled.

What You’ll Discover / Key Highlights

• The historical contexts behind specific Qur’anic verses
• Clear explanations linking revelation to real events and questions
• Enhanced understanding of Tafsir through authentic narration
• A structured reference for students, scholars, and serious readers
• A bilingual Arabic–English presentation for comparative study

About the Author – Imam al-Wahidi al-Nisaburi

Imam al-Wahidi al-Nisaburi (d. 468 AH / 1076 CE) was one of the most respected Qur’anic scholars of the Shafi‘i school. Renowned for his mastery of Tafsir, grammar, and Islamic sciences, he authored several influential commentaries on the Qur’an, including Al-Basit, Al-Wasit, and Al-Wajiz. His work on the reasons for revelation remains a cornerstone of Qur’anic exegesis and scholarly instruction to this day.

Book Details

• Book Title: Reasons and Occasions of Revelation of The Qur’an (Asbab Nuzul al-Qur’an)
• Author: Imam al-Wahidi al-Nisaburi
• Translator: Haytham Kreidly
• Genre / Category: Islamic Studies / Qur’anic Tafsir
• Format: Hardback
• Target Audience: Adults, students of knowledge, scholars
• Theme / Subject: Contextual causes of Qur’anic revelation
• Key Selling Points: Earliest extant work on Asbab al-Nuzul, scholarly reference text, bilingual edition
• Language: Arabic & English
• ISBN: 9782745161260
• Pages: 615
• Dimensions: 17 x 24 x 3.15 cm
• Weight: 1.64 kg
• Publisher: Dar Al-Kotob Al-Ilmiyah, Beirut