The Qur'an and Its Study: An In-Depth Explanation of Islam's Sacred Scripture

By Adnan Zarzour

Over the course of six sections, this rich reference book explores the various areas of Qur'anic studies: its language, the history of its documentation, its many disciplines, the methods of interpretation, its inimitability, and finally, as a work of art. The themes explored also include the impact of the Qur'an on Islamic civilisation, as well as the various classical sub-disciplines of Qur'anic studies, including the study of the variant readings (qira'at), the reasons for revelation (asbab al-nuzul), and abrogation (naskh). Unlike some other works, Prof Zarzour also explores contemporary scholarship on the Qur'an, notably through a critical evaluation of modern tendencies such as the claim that the Qur'an contains scientific miracles, and an evaluation of some of the most recognised modern works of Qur'anic commentary (tafsir).

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0860377857
• ISBN13: 9780860377856
• Release Date: May 2020
• Publisher: Islamic Foundation
• Length: 576 Pages
• Weight: 2.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.6" x 7.7" x 9.8"