The document provides an introduction to tafseer (interpretation) of the Quran. It explains that the Quran contains guidance for believers but that understanding can vary depending on intelligence. While the Quran is clear, it contains generalities that were later explained by other verses or directly to the Prophet Muhammad. Proper tafseer requires knowledge of various Islamic sciences to fully comprehend the Quran's meanings and apply its teachings. The document outlines the history of tafseer scholarship from the earliest works to modern times.