Meccan and medinan surahs in the example of subhī al-Sālih's mabahith fi 'Ulūm al-Qur'ān

In this study, we address the Meccan and Medinan verses and surahs as examined from a novel perspective in Subhī al-Sālih's al-Mabâḥith fī 'Ulūm al-Qur'ān, a work situated within the 'Ulūm al-Qur'ān (Qur'anic sciences) tradition. The central research question of this paper can be formulated as follows: What is Subhī al- Sālih's approach to the identification and interpretation of Meccan and Medinan surahs? What innovations does he contribute to this field? Furthermore, the classification and examination of Meccan and Medinan surahs-an essential issue in understanding revelation and tafsīr-is considered an indispensable tool for comprehending the historical context, content, and objectives of Qur'anic verses. Within this framework, we seek to determine how Subhī al-Sālih conceptualizes Meccan and Medinan verses and surahs. The primary aim of this research is to analyze Subhī al-Sālih's approach to Meccan and Medinan surahs in his al-Mabâḥith fī 'Ulūm al-Qur'ān. The distinctive features of these surahs, the principal themes they address, and the influence of each period on the İslâmic mission shed light on the broader understanding of Qur'anic revelation. Accordingly, this study adopts an author- and text-centered methodology. Moreover, in order to elucidate the principles underlying al-Sālih's interpretations of his findings, an analytical method has been employed. By means of inductive reasoning, conclusions have been drawn from the specific examples provided in his work. By engaging with Meccan and Medinan surahs from the perspective of Subhī al-Sālih, this study seeks to contribute to a deeper understanding of this subject. Throughout the research, particular attention has been paid to conducting analyses within the framework of Meccan and Medinan surahs. Thus, albeit modestly, this study aims to serve both the understanding of the Qur'anic message and exegetical scholarship. Keywords: Meccan, Medinan, Qur'ān, Surahs