What is the ruling on the many interpretations (tafasir) that contradict each other, interpret the unseen and the disconnected letters (al-ḥurūf al-muqaṭṭaʿah), and invalidate one another, especially since there is a prohibition against speaking about the Qur’an based on mere opinion and setting parts of the Book of Allah against others?

Allah revealed the Qur’an for contemplation and action. The Prophet (peace be upon him) expounded it to his companions and encouraged them to understand it. A number of companions, such as Ibn Abbas, excelled in exegesis (tafsir). They were then followed by the Tabi‘un (successors), who interpreted the Qur’an by the Qur’an, the Sunnah, and the sayings of the Companions. The principles of tafsir, which scholars derived from the Book, the Sunnah, and the actions of the Companions, are considered the foundation of acceptable exegesis. The differences among imams in tafsir are a mercy and an enrichment, for the Qur’an is a rich ocean whose wonders never cease. As for the prohibition against speaking about the Qur’an without knowledge, it applies to those who interpret it without relying on the fundamental principles. Conversely, whoever deduces and derives based on these principles is praised. The Companions interpreted the Qur’an according to the correct methodology. In summary, the Companions and the Salaf interpreted the Qur’an according to clear principles and methodology. The numerous interpretations are a great treasure from which its gems should be extracted and its errors corrected.