Research Method
A careful way to study difficult questions
Separate scripture, interpretation, historical context, and argument so each claim can be weighed on its own terms.
Method
A clear path for careful study
These principles help readers follow a claim from its sources to its conclusion.
Scripture first
Read scripture with its passage, reference, and translation or version before drawing conclusions from it.
Historical context
Historical claims should identify what is known, what is debated, and which sources support the discussion.
Scholarly sources
Academic, commentary, manuscript, tafsir, hadith, and translation sources help readers evaluate a claim in context.
Respectful comparison
Christian and Islamic views should be described fairly, with scripture, interpretation, history, and argument kept separate.
Intellectual humility
Strong conclusions should remain open to clearer evidence, better context, and fair objections.
Check sources as you read
Sources, glossary entries, and related discussions make it easier to examine claims rather than accept them without evidence.