Ulum Al Qur'an: An Introduction to the Sciences of the Qur'an (Koran) Revised Edition Contributor(s): Von Denffer, Ahmad (Author) |
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ISBN: 0860372480 ISBN-13: 9780860372486 Publisher: Islamic Foundation OUR PRICE: $16.20 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2009 Annotation: This classic and popular introduction to the sciences developed to interpret and understand Islam's holy book is ideal for all serious students of the Qur'an. Precise, yet comprehensive, it covers the traditional disciplines, including the meaning and contexts of revelation, the history and transmission of the text, and exegesis, as well as more contemporary topics like the recording of the Qur'an, the history of Orientalist approaches, and a survey of translations. It ends with a guide for the correct recitation of, and etiquette toward, the Qur'an. |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Religion | Islam - Koran & Sacred Writings - Social Science | Islamic Studies |
Dewey: 297.122 |
Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.8" W x 8.2" (0.60 lbs) 200 pages |
Themes: - Religious Orientation - Islamic |
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Publisher Description: This classic and popular introduction to the sciences developed to interpret and understand Islam's holy book is ideal for all serious students of the Koran. Precise, yet comprehensive, it covers the traditional disciplines, including the meaning and contexts of revelation, the history and transmission of the text, and exegesis, as well as more contemporary topics like the recording of the Koran, the history of Orientalist approaches, and a survey of translations. It ends with a guide for the correct recitation of, and etiquette toward, the Koran. Chapter 1: The Qur'an and Revelation |