<![CDATA[This study analyzes the methods and interpretive approaches employed in Tafsir Raudhatul ‘Irfan by Abdul Sanusi. The study proceeds from the assumption that this work cannot be adequately understood merely as either tafsir bi al-ma’tsur or tafsir bi al-ra’yi, but rather exhibits a complex methodological character. The research adopts a qualitative-descriptive design using content analysis of the exegetical text, accompanied by an examination of its reference sources and patterns of Qur’anic interpretation. The findings indicate that Raudhatul ‘Irfan applies the tahlili method of exegesis with a strong emphasis on bayani and ishari approaches. Abdul Sanusi interprets Qur’anic verses by starting from their linguistic meanings and transmitted reports, then expands these meanings through symbolic and spiritual explanations characteristic of Sufism. The ishari approach employed is not entirely speculative, as it remains framed by the apparent meaning of the text, although Sufi subjectivity is unavoidable. Thus, this tafsir represents a synthesis between the classical exegetical tradition and spiritual inclinations, while also revealing the limits of objectivity inherent in ishari exegesis]]>
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