Description
Now in an updated second edition, Gabriel Said Reynolds tells the story of Islam in this brief illustrated survey, beginning with Muhammads early life and rise to power, then tracing the origins and development of the Quran juxtaposed with biblical literature, and concluding with an overview of modern and fundamentalist narratives of the origin of Islam. Reynolds offers a fascinating look at the structure and meaning of the Quran, revealing the ways in which biblical language is used to advance the Qurans religious meaning. Reynolds analysis identifies the motives that shaped each narrativeIslamic, Jewish, and Christian. The books conclusion yields a rich understanding of diverse interpretations of Islams emergence, suggesting that its emergence is itself ever-developing.
Author: Gabriel Said Reynolds
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Fortress Press
Published: 04/11/2023
Pages: 235
Weight: 2.3lbs
Size: 9.13h x 7.40w x 0.55d
ISBN: 9781506473888
Language: English
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