The Qur'an Book Summary

The Qur'an, regarded as the holy book of Islam, is a profound collection of revelations delivered to the Prophet Muhammad. It addresses fundamental questions of existence, morality, and humanity's relationship with the divine. With its poetic language and deep philosophical insights, the Qur'an invites readers on a transformative spiritual journey. Each verse is a reflection of the complexities of the human experience, challenging believers and non-believers alike to ponder their purpose. Explore the depth of its teachings and discover how its timeless wisdom resonates in today's world.

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Published: 2004

"And We have certainly made the Qur'an easy to remember. So is there anyone who will remember? (Qur'an 54:17)"

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Recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, this supreme authority and living source of all Islamic teaching contains the creed, rituals, ethics, and Laws of Islam.

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Published
May 2004
Publisher
Oxford University Press
ISBN
0192805487
Language
English
Pages
509
Genres
Sacred TextsTheologyReligious HistoryChristianityComparative ReligionNew AgeEastern ReligionsSpiritual GrowthSpirituality and ReligionMysticism

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