The Story of the Qur'an: Its History and Place in Muslim LifeISBN: 978-1-4051-2257-3
Hardcover
276 pages
December 2007, Wiley-Blackwell
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- 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, the most
significant historical interpretations, and some of the most
important 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