Abstract:
There are various forms of interpretation for qur’anic verses presented by the Muslim Scholars since
reveled of holy Quran since 7th century. This paper attempts to present most appropriate methods of
interpretation employed by the Mufassiroon. Using content analysis techniques and descriptive
approach, the development of tafsir since prophet Mohamed period to 20th century are analyzed and
described systematically Finding indicates that there are seven methods of interpretation used mostly
to explain meaning of the verses of holy quran. Entire methods are divided into three basic groups:
Tafsir bi-l-riwaya, tafsir bi-l-diraya and Tafsir bi-l-ishara. The works of the mufessireen Quranic
exegesis should also be appreciated in order to remain aware of the meaning of the holy Quran upon
which all expiation rests.
