Hud 88

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This axis brings together 4 instances of Muhammad Shahrur’s use of this verse in his books, linking them to the concepts and arguments that appear around it.

The verse as quoted

… I seek only reform as far as I am able…

Brief reading

Shahrur takes the verse as a slogan for his reformist method, prioritizing the search for truth over courtesy and imitation.

Axes

  • Methodological
  • Faith-based
  • Humanistic and ethical
  • Reform: 5

Its place in the network of concepts

It is linked to the concept of reform as a general title for his reading project.

The verse’s role in the argument

  • Foundational: 2
  • Support: 1
  • Context: 1

Uses

  • Islam and Faith, p. 9: He cites it to affirm that the aim of his religious discourse is practical reform, not mere theoretical debate.
    • Concept: Reform
    • Function of the verse here: Support
    • Textual evidence: «{… I seek only reform as far as I am able…} (Hud 88).»
  • The Book and the Qur’an, p. 546: He places it at the conclusion of his explanation of his reformist method, based on clear proof and on not violating what is forbidden.
    • Concept: Reform
    • Function of the verse here: Context
    • Textual evidence: «{He said, “My people, have you considered whether I stand upon clear proof from my Lord…”}»
  • Guide to the Contemporary Reading of the Wise Revelation, p. 7: He places the verse at the head of the booklet as a slogan for the method of reform and the search for truth, presenting himself through it as a reformer rather than an imitator.
    • Concept: Reform
    • Function of the verse here: Foundational
    • Textual evidence: «{ He said, “My people, have you considered … I seek only reform as far as I am able … } (Hud 88)»
  • Toward New Foundations for Islamic Jurisprudence, p. 10: He makes the verse a slogan for his method of review and correction, presenting his project as reform without compromise.
    • Concept: Reform
    • Function of the verse here: Foundational
    • Textual evidence: «{ … I seek only reform as far as I am able … } (Hud 88).»

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