The principles and values derived from the statements of the Leader during the meeting with the organizers of the International Conference on the Interpretation of Tasneem.

Interpretive Charter of Hezbollah

Foundations and Interpretive Principles Based on the Views of the Supreme Leader of the Revolution

First Principle: Attention to the underlying concepts of every “Quranic interpretation” from three angles:

A: The “author” of the interpretation
B: The concept of the interpretive book
C: The concept of the prevalence and influence of the interpretation

Second Principle: Attention to the “concept of the author” of every interpretation based on:

A: The degree of indebtedness of the knowledge of the religious domain to the above interpretation
B: Starting from the minimum to reach the maximum and completing it
C: Not doubting while feeling joy and increasing enthusiasm toward the Quranic interpretation
D: Continuity and steadfastness for the continuation of the interpretive work until completion
E: Innovation and updating of the Quranic interpretation
F: Emphasis on prioritizing intellectual endeavors and the interpretive work of the author over other scientific activities
G: Continuity of energy to review the completed interpretation

1st Principle: The necessity of explaining the position of each specific interpretive book in terms of elevating and highlighting Shiite thought over other Islamic sects, as well as creating attraction for Shi’ism

2nd Principle: Avoiding summarizing fundamental and detailed interpretations as they serve as “references,” and because summaries do not align with the interpretive personality of the author

Third Principle: Evaluating each specific interpretation based on:

A: The degree of rational exposition of each verse
B: The existence of fresh and innovative insights
C: The formation of a thematic encyclopedic work from the sequential interpretation

1st Principle: The necessity for each interpretation to benefit from:

A: The thematic evaluation of every word or verse
B: A technical thematic index

2nd Principle: The necessity of the growing efforts of Allama Tabatabai in Shiite theological circles for continued interpretive work

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