"[T]his edited volume is very valuable. ... it contains important contributions of a high standard that pave the way for future research in the field. Moreover, it poses the right questions on the nature of the genre and the nalytical tools needed to study it." -- Pieter Coppens, Journal of Qur'anic Studies

"As a whole, the articles offer an interesting insight into the various ways to approach the genre of tafsir as an autonomous genre of Islamic literature...On this excellent basis, further research is to be highly anticipated."--Die Welt des Islams

"This volume is an enormous contribution in that it is a coherent and cohesive attempt at identifying the boundaries of this important genre of Islamic literature. Those seeking a holistic response to the question of what exactly constitutes tafsir should prepare themselves to find unexpected answers in unusual places."--Religious Studies Review

"This edited volume promises to become a reference work the moment it is published. The scope of the collection is simply outstanding and the selection of articles covers essential aspects of tafsir that are usually neglected... The scholarship is of the highest standard, and the breadth is unprecedented in publications of its kind." --Walid A. Saleh, Distinguished Professor for Islamic Studies, University of Toronto

"This research is not available elsewhere and provides insights into areas of Qur'an commentary that are integral to Islamic Studies and to the continued research into the Qur'an... The contributors are strong, of relevance to the field, and provide intellectually stimulating arguments." --Brannon Wheeler, Professor of History, United States Naval Academy