The author holds that these reports may explain some verses, but they do not suffice as a comprehensive key to understanding the Qur’an as a whole. When generalized, they seal the text within history and prevent its renewed meaning.
- Reasons for revelation do not explain the whole Qur’an
- The Qur’anic narratives are not a direct legislative source
A cross-book concept: See Reasons for Revelation for the unifying theme across the books.