Iqra: Read in the Name of the Most Merciful Hardcover – November 20, 2025

Qur’anic exegesis (tafsīr) is one of the foundational traditions in Islamic intellectual disciplines. It is devoted to the interpretation of the verses of the Qur’an by scholars deeply grounded in linguistic, theological, and spiritual sciences. Over centuries, tafsīr has given rise to diverse schools of thought, contributing richly to Islamic philosophy, jurisprudence, theology, and literature. This present work is devoted to the mystical interpretation of several key chapters of the Qur’an, beginning with the foundational revelation of Iqraʾ. These commentaries are authored by Shah Nazar Seyyed Ali Kianfar, a distinguished scholar and a Sufi master of the Uwaiysi Sufi tradition. His contributions to Islamic philosophy and mysticism include works in Farsi and English. Through his writings and teachings, Dr. Kianfar has opened the inner dimensions of the Qur'an to seekers of all backgrounds, drawing attention to the unity of knowledge, love, and spiritual transformation. Read more