The Tafhim Consist of 6 volumes, it is a combination of orthodox and modernist interpretation and has profoundly influenced modern Islamic thought. It differs from traditional exegeses in several ways. It is more than a traditional commentary on scripture; it contains discussions and debates regarding economics, sociology, history, and politics.
Maududi uses the standard technique of explaining the Qur’anic verses from the Sunnah of Muhammed, including the historical reasons behind the verses.
