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Description: At the heart of the Islamic tradition lies the Qu’ran - law-maker, moral code, and the word of God, speaking directly to Muslims for over one thousand years. In iths elegant and objective guide, acclaimed Muslim scholar Farid Esack leads the reader through the Qu’ran, outlining the key themes, explaining its historical and cultural context, and examining the complexities and controversies surrounding these areas. Drawing on both contemporary and ancient sources, this erudite study also outlines the structure, language, and literary aspects of the Qu’ran, in addition to surveying the various trends in Qur’anic scholarship over the centuries.
Contents : Introduction • The Qur’an in the lives of Muslims • The Word Enters The World • The Qur’an As Written Word • Gathering the Qur’an • The Prophet and the Begotten Not created Qur’an • Understanding and Interpreting The Qur’an • Belief in the Qur’an • Righteous Conduct in the Qur’anISBN - 9781851683543
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Pages : 214
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