The Qu'ran

1. Auflage 2014
ISBN: 978-1-84553-944-3
Verlag: Equinox Publishing Ltd

Buch, Englisch, 736 Seiten, Format (B × H): 208 mm x 260 mm, Gewicht: 1408 g

Reihe: Comparative Islamic Studies

This new translation of the Qur'an is specifically designed for use in the college classroom, and offers students and instructors, as well as general readers, a one-volume resource comparable to what is available for the Jewish and Christian scriptures. It presents a reliable rendering into contemporary English of the artistry and power of the original Arabic, along with a wealth of supplementary annotations which will illuminate the text for first-time readers, yet still prove valuable to those long familiar with the Qur'an. These notes are replete with cross references, both internally to the Qur'an as well as externally to the scriptures of Judaism and Christianity (including non-canonical scriptures). In addition, transliterated Arabic is supplied for key Qur'anic terms, alternative renderings into English are offered where appropriate, and important historical and linguistic information is provided for a richer understanding and deeper appreciation of the text. Finally, this new edition contains an index to the Qur'an much more comprehensive than any other now on the market. The index, along with a new introduction, set of maps, chronological table, and guide to the pronunciation of Arabic, makes this the edition of the Qur'an all English-speaking students of religion - beginning as well as advanced - will want to possess for their exploration and understanding of Islam's central text.

Autoren/Hrsg.

Droge

Droge, A. J.

Fachgebiete

• Geisteswissenschaften Islam & Islamische Studien Islam: Koran, Heilige Texte & Traditionsliteratur

Inhaltsverzeichnis

Preface The Myth of the Book Text and context An 'inspired' Prophet A Book 'from heaven' Who wrote the Qur'an? A Qur'an from Cairo About this translation Guide to Further Reading Glossary of Key Names, Terms, and Abbreviations Timeline Maps The 114 suras of The Qur'an Index to the Qur'an

Über Autor(innen)

Droge, A. J.
A. J. Droge writes and teaches about religion in the ancient Mediterranean world. He has taught at the University of Chicago, the University of California-San Diego, and most recently the University of Toronto.

A. J. Droge writes and teaches about religion in the ancient Mediterranean world. He has taught at the University of Chicago, the University of California-San Diego, and most recently the University of Toronto.