New perspectives on the Qur'an
Book Description
Gabriel Said Reynolds brings together an international community of scholars to explore fresh approaches to understanding the Qur'an through rigorous academic inquiry. This comprehensive work moves beyond traditional medieval Islamic interpretations to examine how the sacred text engaged with the religious and literary landscape of its time.
The collection offers readers a multifaceted exploration of Qur'anic origins through diverse scholarly lenses. Contributors analyze ancient manuscripts and inscriptions to uncover historical insights, while examining the text's linguistic complexities and proposing new interpretive frameworks. The work pays special attention to how the Qur'an dialogued with Jewish and Christian traditions, revealing previously unexplored connections that deepen our understanding of interfaith relationships in the ancient world.
Readers will encounter methodical approaches to Qur'anic studies that challenge conventional wisdom and illuminate passages that have long puzzled scholars. The book addresses contemporary debates in the field while maintaining scholarly rigor, making complex academic discussions accessible to those seeking deeper spiritual and intellectual engagement with sacred literature.
With contributions from renowned experts and a foreword by Abdolkarim Soroush, this work serves as both a scholarly reference and an invitation to reconsider familiar texts through fresh perspectives. Those interested in Islamic studies, comparative religion, and the historical development of sacred texts will find valuable insights that bridge academic scholarship with spiritual inquiry.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~10 hours)
📄 Length: 368 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Commentaries
- ✓ Explore Conditions économiques
- ✓ Explore Persian gulf states
- ✓ Explore Middle east, politics and government
- ✓ Explore Commentaires
- ✓ Explore History and criticism
- ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation
- ✓ Explore Critique, interprétation
