The Method of Reasoning of Ḥāfiẓ ʿAbd al-Salām bin Muḥammad: A Scholarly and Analytical Study of Sīrah and Ḥadīth Discourses

حافظ عبدالسلام بن محمد کا طرزِ استدلال: سیرت و حدیث کے مباحث کا تحقیقی و علمی جائزہ

Abstract

Ḥāfiẓ ʿAbd al-Salām bin Muḥammad is a distinguished Islamic scholar whose exegetical work, Tafsīr al-Qurʾān al-Karīm, presents a refined and structured methodology in interpreting Sīrah and Ḥadīth. His approach to deriving legal and theological rulings is deeply anchored in authentic traditions, demonstrating a balance between textual integrity and rational analysis. This study critically examines his methodology, focusing on his principles of istidlāl (deductive reasoning), his classification of Ḥadīth based on authenticity, and his approach to reconciling apparently contradictory narrations. Additionally, it explores his stance on weak Ḥadīth, his critical engagement with Isrāʾīliyyāt, and his emphasis on linguistic and contextual analysis in interpretation. 

The article further highlights his scholarly contributions by analyzing his systematic approach to tafsīr, particularly how he integrates Sīrah and Ḥadīth narratives to reinforce Quranic exegesis. His nuanced treatment of historical reports, coupled with his commitment to scholarly rigor, reflects a deep understanding of the classical Islamic tradition. By contextualizing his work within contemporary discourse, this study underscores the enduring relevance of his interpretations in addressing modern theological and jurisprudential questions. Through an in-depth assessment of his reasoning framework, this research aims to provide valuable insights into the methodological precision and intellectual legacy of Ḥāfiẓ ʿAbd al-Salām bin Muḥammad in the fields of Sīrah and Ḥadīth studies.