The Literal Meaning of Quran Verses and Their Role in Disagreements Over Fatwa Among Fuqaha

The origin of the disagreements among fuqaha in fatwa is so numerous and various that analyzing each one needs writing as much as a book. One of the main and influential reasons for the disagreements among fuqaha is the way they look at the literal meanings of the Holy Quran, meaning Quran in terms of credit. Over the history, after the emergence of Islam and after the demise of the Holy Prophet, disputes over the meanings of Quran came into stage. As the time passed and major progress was made in the world of science and Islamic studies, the conflicts grew worse, and now the way to approach the meanings of Quran verses forms parts of the discussion in fiqh. In the present article, the writer tries to explain the view of believers in authority of Quran literal meanings and the general consequence of sticking to any of the views. Obviously, care has been taken to not enter into the details which are so broad and comprehensive.