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The Story of the Qur'an: Its History and Place in Muslim Life

The Story of the Qur'an: Its History and Place in Muslim Life

Hardcover

Islam

ISBN10: 1405122579
ISBN13: 9781405122573
Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
Published: Dec 17 2007
Pages: 276
Weight: 1.17
Height: 0.83 Width: 6.37 Depth: 9.03
Language: English

An essential introductory text for the study of the Qur'an, its content, and its place in Muslim society.

  • An insightful and authoritative introduction to the book at the heart of Muslim life, written by a well-known Islamic scholar
  • Examines the doctrines contained in the Qur'an, providing a comprehensive explanation of their significance to individual Muslims and the societies in which they live
  • Surveys the key themes of the Qur'an, its most significant historical interpretations, and some of the most significant figures who transmitted and taught the sacred scripture over the centuries
  • Considers the influence of the Qur'an on all major aspects of Muslim society, including personal relationships, popular culture, law, art and architecture, political movements, science, and literature
  • Helps the reader to understand the Qur'an, while throwing a much-needed light on what it means to be a Muslim.

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