THE ROLE OF IMAM MATURIDI IN THE SCIENTIFIC ENVIRONMENT OF MAWARANNAHR

Abstract

Abu Mansur Maturidi is a mufassir, faqih, and imam of guidance who had a significant impact on the scientific environment of Mawеrannahr. On the basis of the Hanafi school, he contributed to the development of “usul al-din” and “usul al-fiqh”, as well as wrote “Ta’wilat al-Qur’an” in the field of ta’wil. Imam Maturidi’s views in the field of logic and philosophy are of great importance in the study of Islamic philosophy today. It is known that in the IX century, various sects in Mawerannahr caused the spread of mutual contradictions among the people by announcing to the public the conflicting doctrinal issues. At the same time, Abu Mansur Maturidi promoted the teachings of Ahl al-Sunnah wa’l-Jama’ah and called on the society to unite in a single faith and a moderate doctrine. In this regard, the doctrine of Maturidiyya gained a special significance in Mawerannahr and neighboring regions. The article provides information about the life, teachers, students, and scientific heritage of Abu Mansur Maturidi, the founder of the doctrine of Maturidiyya. It also mentions the family of Imam Maturidi and the reasons why he was given the kunya “Abu Mansur” and analyzes relevant information in detail. The article also discusses Imam Maturidi’s doctrinal, jurisprudential, and mystical views based on Ta’wilat al-Qur’an.