interpretation is an endless task and is different for each individual. Also, the language and the type of discourse that are chosen in interpretation varies in each commentator. See also Allegorical interpretation of the Bible Esotericism Hurufiyyah Isma'ilism Mount Qaf Muhkam and Mutashabih Muqaṭṭaʿāt Sufi philosophy Tafsir Alavi Bohras References Further reading Islamic mysticism Quranic exegesis Ismaili theology