OverviewA judge and Qur’an commentator whose concise explanations became widely studied.CategoryScholarPeriodDates not established
Life and settingAl-Baydawi worked in the scholarly setting of Persia and served as a judge. His writings span interpretation, law and theology.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
Work and legacyAnwar al-Tanzil condenses linguistic and theological discussion of the Qur’an. Its compact presentation led to many commentaries and a long role in traditional education.Source: TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
SourcesOriginal concise biography based on the cited references. Historical reports, later devotional traditions and uncertain dates are distinguished where relevant.TDV Encyclopaedia of Islam
