Overview of the science of Tafsir. The Overarching Objectives of the Studying Quran and the ten foundations of the science of Tafsir.
1. Instruction (Theology, Purpose - world view)
2. Guidance (Promises and threats, Targhib wa Tarhib, Universal Principles, Stories with morals and principles)
3. I'jaz (Inimitability - transcends time and place)
4. Legal Rulings - actions of Mukallaf (Counsels and Orders, Stipulative rulings/worship and interactions)
Ten Foundations of the Study of Sciences of Islam
1. Definition
2. Subject
3. Fruit
4. Relation
5. Virtue
6. Founder
7. Name
8. Source
9. Ruling (of the lawgiver)