07-18-2007, 11:33 PM
Salam,
Both those traditions seem to be referring to the codex of Imam Ali.
The first tradition is very obviously referring to interpretation hence the words "Dhahir" (exterior, obvious) and "Batin"(interior, hidden) used in the tradition.
The second tradition is referring to the arrangement and order of the Surahs of the Quran as it was revealed. It is well known the Quran we possess today is not in the order it was revealed. Rather it has been compiled in a different format which is still accepted even by Shias. The Shia are unanimous that nothing has been ommitted or added to the Quran.