What is the specific term for a scholar specializing in Quranic interpretation (Tafsir)?
AMufassir
BMuhaddith
CFaqih
DQari
Explanation
- A Mufassir is a scholar who explains and interprets the meanings of the Quran.
- The field itself is called Tafsir, and the plural of the title is Mufassirun.
- Widely studied works of Tafsir include those of Ibn Kathir, al-Tabari and al-Qurtubi.
- Option B Muhaddith works with Hadith, while option C Faqih works with Islamic law.
- Option D Qari is concerned with correct recitation rather than with meaning.

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