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What year was Abu Ja’far Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari born?
What year was Abu Ja’far Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari born?
Which of the following titles is attributed to al-Tabari?
Which of the following titles is attributed to al-Tabari?
What is the main focus of al-Tabari's work Tafsir al-Tabari?
What is the main focus of al-Tabari's work Tafsir al-Tabari?
Which of the following works is considered an encyclopedic history written by al-Tabari?
Which of the following works is considered an encyclopedic history written by al-Tabari?
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In which city did al-Tabari pass away?
In which city did al-Tabari pass away?
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Al-Tabari's Life and Works
- Abu Ja'far Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari was a prominent Islamic scholar.
- Born in 224 AH (839 CE) in Amul, Tabaristan (modern-day Iran).
- Died in 310 AH (923 CE) in Baghdad.
- Nicknamed the "Imam of the Exegetes."
Al-Tabari's Tafsir al-Tabari
- Authored a comprehensive Quran commentary: Tafsir al-Tabari (Jami' al-Bayan fi Ta'wil al-Qur'an).
- This work is a crucial text in Islamic studies.
Al-Tabari's Tarikh al-Rusul wa al-Muluk
- Wrote Tarikh al-Rusul wa al-Muluk (The History of Prophets and Kings).
- A vast history of the world, from creation to al-Tabari's time.
- Became a foundational work in Islamic historical studies.
Al-Tabari's Expertise
- Possessed profound knowledge in theology, linguistics, and jurisprudence.
- His works showcase his broad intellectual scope.
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Explore the life and contributions of Abu Ja'far Muhammad ibn Jarir al-Tabari, a prominent Islamic scholar. This quiz delves into his significant works, including the commentary Tafsir al-Tabari and the historical text Tarikh al-Rusul wa al-Muluk. Understand his impact on Islamic studies and history.
