Critical view of Christians from the perspective of Ibn Ashur through his interpretation of Al-Tahrir wal-Tanwir

Abstract

This research deals with the systematic vision of criticism of the followers of Christianity in the eyes of Sheikh Muhammad Taher bin Ashour through his interpretation of liberation and enlightenment, has found that Sheikh Ibn Ashour has used several approaches in his criticism of Christianity such as the mental approach and the comparative approach and the critical approach has reviewed the beliefs of Christianity starting from the divinity Jesus (peace be upon him) and the Trinity and other beliefs and mentioned the response of Ibn Ashour in the interpretation of the verses that were criticized criticism and analysis by comparing those texts in the New Testament and the corresponding in The texts of the Qur'anic revelation have reviewed in the research the biography of Ibn Ashour and his scientific biography and reform and his scientific and reformist approach and scientific approach and his approach to criticism of religions and then concluded with the most important results of this brief study. My reading of the research material and my tracing of the Quranic texts related to Christianity in the Tafsir al-Tahrir wa al-Tanwir showed me that this book is an important encyclopedic book in the field of interpretation due to the diversity and accuracy of its topics. It is truly a major encyclopedia for what it contains of sciences and knowledge that benefit those who seek knowledge and learning for beginners and those who have completed the stages of study. Also, the personality of its author, Muhammad al-Tahir ibn Ashur, is a unique personality in his time and country; for he is characterized by seriousness, perseverance, creativity and dedication to serving the Sharia, reforming the educational process, and political and jihadist work; to liberate his country from the clutches of usurping colonialism. We also find the same author in his interpretation from beginning to end with one spirit and one style without slackening even in the verses that were repeated and his interpretation of them had been previously mentioned.