ULUM AL-QUR'AN An Introduction to the Sciences of the Qur'an

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 tran...

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Main Author: Denffer, Ahmad Von 1949- (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: Kuala Lumpur A. S. Noordeen 1983
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Summary: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.
Physical Description:189 pages 21 cm
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references
ISBN:0860371328 (paperback)