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How to Read the Qur'an - A New Guide, with Select Translations (Paperback) Loot Price: R726
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How to Read the Qur'an - A New Guide, with Select Translations (Paperback): Carl W. Ernst

How to Read the Qur'an - A New Guide, with Select Translations (Paperback)

Carl W. Ernst

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'Outstanding, timely and much needed.' Amir Hussain, Professor of Theological Studies, Loyola Marymount University 'A very well-written, remarkably accessible, timely and important book. It is sure to be read widely.' Muhammad Qasim Zaman, Robert H. Niehaus '77 Professor of Near Eastern Studies and Religion, Princeton University A compact introduction and reader's guide to the Qur'an This is an ideal introduction to the Qur'an, featuring the most up-to-date methods for reading and understanding the text. It deals with sensitive issues regarding the interpretation of sacred texts as well as differing points of view and major debates. A substantial explanatory introduction summarises the historical and literary issues and engages with the religious and political context of understanding the Qur'an today, including an appreciation of the ritual and oral uses of text. Key Features: * Includes new translations of 725 Qur'anic verses * Promotes an understanding of multiple interpretations of the Qur'an * Designed for use on introductory courses and for self-study Keywords: Qur'an; sacred; translation; text.

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Imprint: Edinburgh University Press
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Release date: February 2012
First published: February 2012
Authors: Carl W. Ernst
Dimensions: 234 x 156 x 16mm (L x W x T)
Format: Paperback
Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 978-0-7486-5070-5
Categories: Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian religions > Islam
Books > Humanities > Religion & beliefs > Non-Christian sacred works & liturgy > Sacred texts > General
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian religions > Islam
Books > Religion & Spirituality > Non-Christian sacred works & liturgy > Sacred texts > General
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Barcode: 9780748650705

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