Both Warch and Ibn Kathir are scholars of Islam who are known for their detailed and comprehensive commentary on the Quran. However, there are some differences between the two:
1. Time period: Warch lived in the 8th century while Ibn Kathir lived in the 14th century.
2. Methodology: Warch’s commentary on the Quran is based on the narration of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions while Ibn Kathir used a more analytical approach.
3. Language: Warch’s commentary is in Arabic while Ibn Kathir’s commentary has been translated into several languages.
4. Length: Ibn Kathir’s commentary is longer than Warch’s as it includes additional historical and theological information.
Despite these differences, both commentators are highly regarded in the Islamic world and their works are widely used by scholars and laypeople alike.