- 360 pages
- English
- PDF
- Available on iOS & Android
eBook - PDF
About this book
The teachings, style and impact of the Qur'an have always been matters of controversy, among both Muslims and non-Muslims. But in a modern context of intercultural sensitivity, what the Qur'an says and means are perhaps more urgent questions than ever before. This major new book by one of the world's finest Islamic scholars responds to that urgency. Building on his earlier groundbreaking work, the author challenges misinterpretations of particular Qur'anic verses from whatever quarter. He addresses the infamous 'sword' verse, frequently cited as a justification for jihad. He also questions the 'tribute' verse, associated with the Muslim state subjugating Jews and Christians; and the idea of Paradise in the Qur'an, often viewed by the West as emphasising merely physical pleasures, or used by Islamic fighters as their just reward for holy war. The author argues that wrenching the verses out of the context of the whole has led to dangerous ideologies being built on isolated phrases which have then assumed afterlives of their own. This nuanced, holistic reading has vital interfaith ramifications.
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can cancel anytime from the Subscription tab in your account settings on the Perlego website. Your subscription will stay active until the end of your current billing period. Learn how to cancel your subscription.
At the moment all of our mobile-responsive ePub books are available to download via the app. Most of our PDFs are also available to download and we're working on making the final remaining ones downloadable now. Learn more here.
Perlego offers two plans: Essential and Complete
- Essential is ideal for learners and professionals who enjoy exploring a wide range of subjects. Access the Essential Library with 800,000+ trusted titles and best-sellers across business, personal growth, and the humanities. Includes unlimited reading time and Standard Read Aloud voice.
- Complete: Perfect for advanced learners and researchers needing full, unrestricted access. Unlock 1.4M+ books across hundreds of subjects, including academic and specialized titles. The Complete Plan also includes advanced features like Premium Read Aloud and Research Assistant.
We are an online textbook subscription service, where you can get access to an entire online library for less than the price of a single book per month. With over 1 million books across 1000+ topics, weâve got you covered! Learn more here.
Look out for the read-aloud symbol on your next book to see if you can listen to it. The read-aloud tool reads text aloud for you, highlighting the text as it is being read. You can pause it, speed it up and slow it down. Learn more here.
Yes! You can use the Perlego app on both iOS or Android devices to read anytime, anywhere â even offline. Perfect for commutes or when youâre on the go.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Please note we cannot support devices running on iOS 13 and Android 7 or earlier. Learn more about using the app.
Yes, you can access Exploring the Qur'an by Muhammad Abdel Haleem in PDF and/or ePUB format, as well as other popular books in Theology & Religion & Islamic Theology. We have over one million books available in our catalogue for you to explore.
Information
partÂ
i
Teachings
Table of contents
- Front Cover
- Author bio
- Praise
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Table of Contents
- Acknowledgements
- Introduction
- Part I: Teachings
- 1: The âSword Verseâ Myth
- 2: Qurâanic Jizya: Tax Defaulters
- 3: Qurâanic Jihad
- 4: Qurâanic Paradise
- Part II: Style
- 5: Legal Style: Qurâanic Sharıâa â Avoiding the Application of the Ultimate Penalties
- 6: Euphemistic Style: Sexual Etiquette
- 7: Narrative Style: Repeating Stories â Noah
- 8: Coherent Style: How to Read the Sura
- 9: Evidential Style: Divine Oaths in the Qurâan
- 10: Rhetorical Style: Arabic of the Qurâan
- Part III: Impact
- 11: The Arabic Qurâan in the Muslim World
- 12: English Translations of the Qurâan: The Making of an Image
- 13: Translations of the Qurâan and Interfaith Relations
- Conclusion
- Notes
- Bibliography
- Index
- Back Cover