What is meant by the Hadith: "Whoever interprets the Qur'an according to his own opinion has erred, even if he is correct," and does it mean that we should cease interpreting and rely solely on what has been narrated from the Messenger and the Companions? What is our stance on modern interpretations that address scientific miracles, and how did the early exegetes differ?

The meaning of the Hadith (definition): "Whoever speaks about the Qur'an based on his own opinion and is correct, has nonetheless erred," is sound. The forbidden opinion refers to a mere opinion based on conjecture and speculation. This type of speech about the Qur'an is not permissible, even if it happens to be correct, because the method used to reach it was incorrect. As for someone who meets the conditions of eligibility to interpret the Qur'an, which include fifteen sciences such as language, grammar, and reasons for revelation, among others, it is permissible for him to speak about the Qur'an in a manner consistent with these sciences.