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As the living scriptural heritage of more than a billion people,
the Qur'an (Koran) speaks with a powerful voice. Just as other
scriptural religions, Islam has produced a long tradition of
interpretation for its holy book. Nevertheless, efforts to
introduce the Qur'an and its intellectual heritage to
English-speaking audiences have been hampered by the lack of
available resources. The Cambridge Companion to the Qur'an seeks to
remedy that situation. In a discerning summation of the field, Jane
McAuliffe brings together an international team of scholars to
explain its complexities. Comprising fourteen chapters, each
devoted to a topic of central importance, the book is rich in
historical, linguistic and literary detail, while also reflecting
the influence of other disciplines. For both the university student
and the general reader, The Cambridge Companion to the Qur'an
provides a fascinating entree to a text that has shaped the lives
of millions for centuries.
Imam Nawawi's commentary on Sahih Muslim is one of the most highly
regarded works in Islamic thought and literature. Accepted by every
sunni school of thought, and foundational in the Shaafi school,
this text, available for the first time in English, is famed
throughout the Muslim world. After the Qur'an, the prophetic
traditions are the most recognised source of wisdom in Islam.
Amongst the collected Hadith, Sahih Muslim is second only to the
the collection of Imam Bukhari. With a commentary by Imam Nawawi,
whose other works are amongst the most widely-read books on Islam,
and translated by Adil Salahi, a modern scholar of great acclaim,
this immense work, finally available to English readers, is an
essential addition to every Muslim library, and for anybody with an
interest in Islamic thought.
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An inside look at the foundational sacred text of one of the
world's youngest and fastest growing religions
The Book of Mormon stands alongside the Bible as the keystone of
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS
Church/Mormonism). Translated by the prophet Joseph Smith from
ancient writings inscribed on golden plates, the Book of Mormon is
an account of people living in the Western Hemisphere in a timeline
that parallels that of the Bible. It covers a thousand years of
loss, discovery, war, peace, and spiritual principles that focus on
the teachings of Jesus Christ, outlining a plan for salvation and
the responsibilities we must assume to attain it.
The Book of Mormon: Selections Annotated & Explained
explores this sacred epic that is cherished by more than twelve
million members of the LDS church as the keystone of their faith.
Probing the principal themes and historical foundation of this
controversial and provocative narrative, Jana Riess focuses on key
selections that offer insight into contemporary Mormon beliefs and
scriptural emphases, such as the atonement of Christ, the nature of
human freedom, the purpose of baptism, and the need for repentance
from sin. She clarifies the religious, political, and historical
events that take place in the ancient communities of the Book of
Mormon and their underlying contemporary teachings that serve as
the framework for spiritual practices that lie at the core of
Mormon life.
Now you can experience this foundational sacred text even if you
have no previous knowledge of Mormonism. This SkyLight
Illuminations edition presents the key teachings and essential
concepts of the Mormon faith tradition with insightful yet
unobtrusive commentary that helps to dispel many of the
misconceptions that have surrounded the Book of Mormon since its
publication in 1830.
Small enough to take with you everywhere you go, this pocket Bible
will ensure you have the Word of God at hand at all times. With a
pastel mint soft imitation leather cover and matching zip, the
Bible pages will be kept tidy and clean. This lovely gift Bible has
a removable presentation sleeve, a pastel mint ribbon marker, and
features a black and white hand-drawn pattern on the endpapers.
First published in British English in 1979, the New International
Version is the world's most popular modern English Bible. It is
renowned for its combination of reliability and readability and is
ideal for personal reading, public teaching and group study. This
Bible also features: - clear, readable 6.75pt text - easy-to-read
layout - shortcuts to key stories, events and people of the Bible -
reading plan - book-by-book overview - quick links to find
inspiration and help from the Bible in different life situations.
This edition uses British spelling, punctuation and grammar to
allow the Bible to be read more naturally. Royalties from all sales
of the NIV Bible help Biblica in their work of translating and
distributing Bibles around the world.
The publication of the Book of Mormon in 1830 began a new
scriptural tradition. Resisting the long-established closed
biblical canon, the Book of Mormon posited that the Bible was
incomplete and corrupted. With a commitment to an open canon, a
variety of Latter Day Saint denominations have emerged, each
offering their own scriptural works to accompany the Bible, the
Book of Mormon, and other revelations of Joseph Smith. Open Canon
breaks new ground as the first volume to examine these writings as
a single spiritual heritage. Chapters cover both well-studied and
lesser-studied works, introducing readers to scripture dictated by
nineteenth- and twentieth-century revelators such as James Strang,
Lucy Mack Smith, Sidney Rigdon, Harry Edgar Baker, and Charles B.
Thompson, among others. Contributors detail how various Latter Day
Saint denominations responded to scriptures introduced during the
ministry of Joseph Smith and how churches have employed the Book of
Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Lectures of Faith over
time. Bringing together studies from across denominational
boundaries, this book considers what we can learn about Latter Day
Saint resistance to the closed canon and the nature of a new
American scriptural tradition.
The publication of the Book of Mormon in 1830 began a new
scriptural tradition. Resisting the long-established closed
biblical canon, the Book of Mormon posited that the Bible was
incomplete and corrupted. With a commitment to an open canon, a
variety of Latter Day Saint denominations have emerged, each
offering their own scriptural works to accompany the Bible, the
Book of Mormon, and other revelations of Joseph Smith. Open Canon
breaks new ground as the first volume to examine these writings as
a single spiritual heritage. Chapters cover both well-studied and
lesser-studied works, introducing readers to scripture dictated by
nineteenth- and twentieth-century revelators such as James Strang,
Lucy Mack Smith, Sidney Rigdon, Harry Edgar Baker, and Charles B.
Thompson, among others. Contributors detail how various Latter Day
Saint denominations responded to scriptures introduced during the
ministry of Joseph Smith and how churches have employed the Book of
Mormon, the Doctrine and Covenants, and the Lectures of Faith over
time. Bringing together studies from across denominational
boundaries, this book considers what we can learn about Latter Day
Saint resistance to the closed canon and the nature of a new
American scriptural tradition.
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