Features
- Cover Type: Paperback with 224 pages
- Published by: Oneworld Publications March 25, 2005
- Written in: English
- ISBN 10 Number: 1851683542
- ISBN 13 Number: 978-1851683543
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Book Dimensions:
8.3 x 5.3 x 0.8 inches
- Weighs: 9.6 ounces
Product Description
Esack explores how the Qur'an came into being and looks at its structure as a unique literary work. Blending faith, fact and an innovative approach, this is a concise guide to a major religious text, and invaluable insight into its role in the lives of Muslims.
About The Author
Farid Esack is an internationally known South African Muslim scholar, speaker and author. He is currently Brueggemann Chair in Inter-religious Studies at Xavier University, Cincinnati.
Reader ReviewsEsack's book is an excellent introduction for those who are beginners in Quranic studies as well as a great refresher for those more involved with Quranic studies. Esack is able to cover the main themes of the Quran as well as the historical and contemporary discussions relating to the Quran. It is also very well researched from an academic point of view as it uses both contemporary and traditional sources for Quranic commentary. Finally, this book is a great starting point for understanding the Quran.
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