Qur'ān and the Bible, The
text and commentary
Gabriel Said Reynolds
1008 pages | ~28 hrs
Qur'ān and the Bible, The
text and commentary
By Gabriel Said Reynolds
This comprehensive scholarly work invites readers to discover the profound interconnections that weave through the sacred texts of Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Gabriel Said Reynolds presents a rigorous examination of how the Qur'an draws upon and engages with biblical narratives, characters, and themes in ways that reveal the shared spiritual heritage of these three Abrahamic traditions.
Through careful analysis, Reynolds illuminates how familiar figures and stories appear throughout these holy scriptures, from accounts of angels honoring Adam to narratives of Jesus as an infant prophet. Rather than treating these texts as isolated documents, this study reveals the rich dialogue that exists between them, offering readers a deeper understanding of how these faiths have influenced and informed one another throughout history.
The work provides both translation and commentary, making complex scholarly discussions accessible to those seeking to understand the relationships between these foundational religious texts. Reynolds draws upon centuries of academic research while presenting clear analysis of ongoing scholarly debates about scriptural connections.
For readers interested in interfaith understanding and the historical development of religious thought, this extensive study offers valuable insights into how shared stories and themes have shaped the spiritual landscape of billions of believers. The book serves as both an academic resource and a bridge toward greater appreciation of the common threads that unite these major world religions.
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Koran
- ✓ Explore Commentaries
- ✓ Explore Qurʼan
- ✓ Explore 11.81 Koran
- ✓ Explore Judaism
- ✓ Explore Relations
- ✓ Explore History
- ✓ Explore RELIGION / Biblical Studies
Topics
Details
- Published
- 2018
- Publisher
- Yale University Press
- ISBN-13
- 9780300181326
- ISBN-10
- 0300181329
- Pages
- 1008
- Language
- EN
