Al-Haydari Catalog

Qur'anic Studies and Exegesis

Qur'anic Sciences and Integrity

Studies concerning the revelation, readings, linguistics, and textual integrity of the Qur'an.

40 videos

8 min
Sayyid al-Haydari's Stance on the Transmitted Readings of the Holy Qur'an
موقف السيد الحيدري من القراءات الواردة للقرآن الكريم
A lecture presenting Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari's views on the various transmitted readings (qira'at) of the Holy Qur'an.
26 Mar 2018
39 min
The Suitability of the Qur'an for Every Time and Place is Contingent on the Theory of Unity of Concept and Multiplicity of Application
صلاحية القرآن لكل زمان ومكان رهن نظرية وحدة المفهوم وتعدد المصداق
A lecture presenting a hermeneutical theory to explain how the Qur'an remains relevant across different eras and contexts.
2 Jan 2017
10 min
Is the Quran Divine Revelation or Human Speech?
هل القرآن وحي الهي أم كلام بشري؟
A discussion addressing the nature of the Quranic text, questioning whether it is purely divine revelation or involves human speech.
5 Dec 2016
3 min
Calling the Noble Quran into Question Is Calling All Heavenly Religions into Question
تشکیک در قرآن کریم، تشکیک در تمام ادیان آسمانی است
This video addresses the implications of casting doubt on the authenticity or validity of the Holy Quran.
16 Aug 2015
3 min
The Necessity of Distinguishing Between the Maxim 'Sufficient for Us Is the Book of God' and the Theory of Quranic Centrality
ضرورة التمييز بين مقولة: حسبنا كتاب الله ونظرية محورية القرآن
This short video by Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari clarifies the methodological difference between Quran-only slogans and the comprehensive theory of Quranic centrality.
13 May 2015
4 min
Calling into Question the Noble Quran is Calling into Question All Heavenly Religions
التشكيك في القرآن الكريم تشكيك في جميع الأديان السماوية
A short video clip discussing the foundational importance of the Quran across divine religions.
8 Jan 2015
8 min
Allama al-Majlisi's Stance on the Distortion of the Noble Quran
موقف العلامة المجلسي صاحب البحار من تحريف القرآن الكريم
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari clarifies the position of Allama al-Majlisi regarding allegations of distortion (tahrif) in the Quran.
4 Jun 2014
7 min
Allama al-Majlisi's Stance on the Holy Quran in Bihar al-Anwar
موقف العلامة المجلسي من القرآن الكريم في کتاب بحار الأنوار
This lecture examines the perspective of al-Allama al-Majlisi regarding the Holy Quran as presented in his major hadith compilation, Bihar al-Anwar.
4 Dec 2013
5 min
The Inseparable Connection Between the Noble Qur'an and Man in This World and the Hereafter
الملازمة بين القرآن الكريم والإنسان في الدنيا والآخرة
This video explores the continuous bond and association between the Noble Qur'an and human existence across this world and the afterlife.
28 Aug 2013
4 min
The Intercession of the Qur'an
شفاعة القرآن
This video examines the concept of the intercession (shafa'a) of the Qur'an for believers.
28 Aug 2013
1 h 3 min
From the Islam of Hadith to the Islam of the Qur'an (Episode 10)
من إسلام الحديث إلى إسلام القرآن ق (10)
Episode 10 of the series exploring the theological and methodological transition from traditional hadith-centrism to Qur'an-centrism.
3 Aug 2013
6 min
The Preservation of the Qur'an from Distortion
صيانة القرآن من التحريف
A short discussion affirming the absolute integrity and textual preservation of the Holy Qur'an.
18 Jul 2013
54 min
The Noble Quran in the Hadith of the Messenger of God (peace be upon him and his family) - Episode 4
القرآن الكريم في حديث رسول الله (صلى الله عليه وآله) ق 4
This lecture by religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the status and role of the Noble Quran in the traditions of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family).
15 Jul 2013
10 min
From the Islam of Hadith to the Islam of Quran
من اسلام الحديث إلى اسلام القرآن
A lecture discussing the methodological shift or distinction between an understanding of Islam centered primarily on hadith traditions versus one centered on the Quran.
14 Jul 2013
50 min
The Noble Quran in the Hadith of the Messenger of God (peace be upon him and his family) - Episode 2
القرآن الكريم في حديث رسول الله (صلى الله عليه وآله) ق 2
Part two of the series exploring references to the Noble Quran in the traditions of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family).
13 Jul 2013
53 min
The Noble Quran in the Hadith of the Messenger of God (peace be upon him and his family) - Episode 1
القرآن الكريم في حديث رسول الله (صلى الله عليه وآله) ق 1
The first installment of the series addressing the position of the Noble Quran in the statements and traditions of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family).
12 Jul 2013
37 min
The Dangers of Abandoning the Noble Quran in the Seminaries
مخاطر مهجورية القرآن الكريم في الحوزات العلمية
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the dangers of abandoning the Quran within the religious seminaries (hawza).
13 Feb 2013
51 min
Jurisprudence of Women (Lesson 129) - How Did Human Reproduction Occur? (Part 1)
فقه المرأة (129) - كيف تكاثر النسل البشري؟ (1)
In this lesson, Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari begins a detailed inquiry into the jurisprudential and scriptural views regarding the multiplication and reproduction of early human generations.
1 Dec 2018
3 min
Main Reasons for Differences in Quranic Readings
أهم أسباب اختلاف القراءات القرآنية
A discussion on the historical and linguistic factors contributing to the various canonical readings (qira'at) of the Quran.
7 Nov 2016
20 min
The Claim of Qur'anic Distortion is One of the Most Important Results of the Akhbari Methodology
القول بنقص القرآن من أهم نتائج المنهج الأخباري
This lecture by His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari, discusses how the claim regarding the distortion (tahrif) of the Qur'an stems from the Akhbari methodology.
29 Oct 2016
13 min
Why Must the Qur'an Be Interpreted by the Qur'an?
لماذا يجب تفسير القرآن بالقرآن؟
This video explains the methodological principle of interpreting the Qur'an using the Qur'an itself in exegesis (tafsir).
17 Feb 2016
5 min
The School of the Ahl al-Bayt Is the Correct Reading of the Noble Quran and the Sunna
مکتب اهل بیتع قرائتِ صحیح از قرآن کریم و سنت
This video presents the approach of the Ahl al-Bayt as the authentic interpretation of the Quran and the Sunna.
4 Aug 2015
20 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 13: The difference between 'anzalnahu' and 'tanazzal'
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة 13: الفرق بين (انزلناه) و(تنزّل)
An exegetical analysis of the linguistic and conceptual difference between the terms 'anzalnahu' and 'tanazzal' in Surah al-Qadr.
10 Jul 2014
21 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 10: The meaning of 'al-Qadr' in the verse
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة العاشرة: معنى (القدر) في الآية
This lecture explores the linguistic and theological significance of the term 'al-Qadr' (Decree/Power) in Surah al-Qadr.
8 Jul 2014
21 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 9: The night in the Quran
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة التاسعة: الليل في القرآن
An exploration of the thematic significance and mentions of 'night' throughout the Quran, in relation to Surah al-Qadr.
7 Jul 2014
20 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 8: The Prophet's knowledge of the Quran all at once
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة الثامنة: علم النبي بالقرآن دفعة واحدة
This lecture discusses how the Prophet acquired knowledge of the Quran in a single comprehensive instance, tied to the themes of Surah al-Qadr.
6 Jul 2014
21 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 5: Modes of descent (of the Quran)
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة الخامسة: أنحاء النزول
This lecture discusses the different modes and stages regarding the descent of the Quran as understood through Surah al-Qadr.
3 Jul 2014
21 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 2: The Meaning of Descent
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة الثانية: معنى النزول
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari explores the meaning of the descent (nuzul) in the context of Surah al-Qadr.
30 Jun 2014
21 min
Exegesis of Surah al-Qadr - Episode 1: The Meaning of the Particle 'Inna'
تفسير سورة القدر ـ الحلقة الأولى: معنى مفردة (إنّا)
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari examines the linguistic and exegetical significance of the particle 'Inna' in Surah al-Qadr.
29 Jun 2014
19 min
The Decisive and Ambiguous Verses in the Noble Quran
المحكمات والمتشابهات في القرآن الكريم
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari discusses the concepts of the decisive (muhkam) and ambiguous (mutashabih) verses in the Quran.
24 Jun 2014
16 min
Exegesis of the Quran by the Quran
تفسير القرآن بالقرآن
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari explains the methodological approach of interpreting the Quran through the Quran itself.
2 Jun 2014
15 min
Methodologies of Quranic Exegesis
مناهج تفسير القرآن الكريم
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari reviews the different academic and traditional methodologies applied in Quranic exegesis.
1 Jun 2014
13 min
The Necessity of Understanding the Noble Quran
ضرورة فهم القرآن الكريم
His Eminence, the religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari emphasizes the importance and religious obligation of actively studying and understanding the Quran.
29 May 2014
5 min
And He Gave You From All That You Asked For
وآتاكم من كل ما سألتموه
A short reflection based on a Qur'anic verse concerning divine bounty and human supplication.
26 Mar 2014
9 min
The Compilation of the Quran During the Era of the Prophet (peace be upon him and his family)
جمع القرآن على عهد رسول الله (ص)
This lecture discusses the historical compilation and gathering of the Quran during the time of Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him and his family).
2 Dec 2013
10 min
The Necessity of Focusing on Qur'anic Sciences in the Seminaries
ضرورة الاهتمام بعلوم القرآن في الحوزات العلمية
An appeal for greater emphasis on Qur'anic studies within the traditional seminary (hawza) curriculum.
17 Jul 2013
54 min
The Noble Quran in the Hadith of the Messenger of God (peace be upon him and his family) - Episode 3
القرآن الكريم في حديث رسول الله (صلى الله عليه وآله) ق 3
This lecture by religious authority (marja') Sayyid Kamal al-Haydari continues the discussion on how the Noble Quran is portrayed within prophetic hadiths.
14 Jul 2013
24 min
The Qur'anic Methodology in Inviting to the Truth
المنهج القرآني في الدعوة إلى الحق
This clip examines the Qur'anic methodology for calling people to the truth.
27 Apr 2013
57 min
The Centrality of the Noble Quran in Religious Knowledge (Episode 2, Part 2)
محورية القرآن الكريم في المعرفة الدينية ق 2 - 2
Examines the central role of the Quran in shaping and understanding religious knowledge.
27 Feb 2013
56 min
The Centrality of the Noble Quran in Religious Knowledge (Episode 1, Part 1)
محورية القرآن الكريم في المعرفة الدينية ق 1 - 1
Introduces the theme of the Quran's central position in understanding religious knowledge.
27 Feb 2013