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- AcceptableA book with obvious wear. May have some damage to the cover but integrity still intact. The binding may be slightly damaged but integrity is still intact. Possible writing in margins, possible underlining and highlighting of text, but no missing pages or anything that would compromise the legibility or understanding of the text. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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- Binding
- Paperback
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- Book
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- ISBN
- 9780199535958
- Book Title
- Quran
- Book Series
- Oxford World’s Classics Ser.
- Publisher
- Oxford University Press, Incorporated
- Item Length
- 7.8 in
- Publication Year
- 2008
- Format
- Trade Paperback
- Language
- English
- Illustrator
- Yes
- Item Height
- 0.9 in
- Author
- M. A. S. Abdel Haleem
- Genre
- Religion
- Topic
- Islam / Koran & Sacred Writings, General
- Item Weight
- 12.6 Oz
- Item Width
- 5.1 in
- Number of Pages
- 512 Pages
- Country of Origin
- United States
The Qur’an by Haleem, M. A. S. Abdel
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Oxford University Press, Incorporated
ISBN-10
0199535957
ISBN-13
9780199535958
eBay Product ID (ePID)
66268387
Product Key Features
Book Title
Quran
Number of Pages
512 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
2008
Topic
Islam / Koran & Sacred Writings, General
Illustrator
Yes
Genre
Religion
Book Series
Oxford World’s Classics Ser.
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.9 in
Item Weight
12.6 Oz
Item Length
7.8 in
Item Width
5.1 in
Additional Product Features
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Trade
Reviews
”one of the best [translations] to have appeared in recent times” — Muslim News”accessible and compelling…a remarkable achievement” — New Statesman, “One of the best [translations] to have appeared in recent times.”–Muslim News “Accessible and compelling… a remarkable achievement.”–New Statesman, “One of the best [translations] to have appeared in recent times.”–Muslim News”Accessible and compelling… a remarkable achievement.”–New Statesman, “One of the best [translations] to have appeared in recent times.”– Muslim News “Accessible and compelling… a remarkable achievement.”– New Statesman
TitleLeading
The
Dewey Edition
22
Dewey Decimal
297.122521
Table Of Content
CONTENTSINTRODUCTIONThe Life of Muhammad and the Historical BackgroundThe Revelation of the Qur’anThe Compilation of the Qur’anThe Structure of the Qur’an: Suras and AyasStylistic FeaturesIssues of InterpretationA Short History of English TranslationsThis TranslationA CHRONOLOGY OF THE QUR’ANSELECT BIBLIOGRAPHYMAP OF ARABIA AT THE TIME OF THE REVELATIONTHE QUR’AN1: THE OPENING2: THE COW3: THE FAMILY OF ‘IMRAN4: WOMEN5: THE FEAST6: LIVESTOCK7: THE HEIGHTS8: BATTLE GAINS9: REPENTANCE10: JONAH11: HUD12: JOSEPH13: THUNDER14: ABRAHAM15: AL-HIJR16: THE BEE17: THE NIGHT JOURNEY18: THE CAVE19: MARY20: TA HA21: THE PROPHETS22: THE PILGRIMAGE23: THE BELIEVERS24: LIGHT25: THE DIFFERENTIATOR26: THE POETS27: THE ANTS28: THE STORY29: THE SPIDER30: THE BYZANTINES31: LUQMAN32: BOWING DOWN IN WORSHIP33: THE JOINT FORCES34: SHEBA35: THE CREATOR36: YA SIN37: RANGED IN ROWS38: SAAD39: THE THRONGS40: THE FORGIVER41: [VERSES] MADE CLEAR42: CONSULTATION43: ORNAMENTS OF GOLD44: SMOKE45: KNEELING46: THE SAND DUNES47: MUHAMMAD48: TRIUMPH49: THE PRIVATE ROOMS50: QAAF51: SCATTERING [WINDS]52: THE MOUNTAIN53: THE STAR54: THE MOON55: THE LORD OF MERCY56: THAT WHICH IS COMING57: IRON58: THE DISPUTE59: THE GATHERING [OF FORCES]60: THE WOMEN TESTED61: SOLID LINES62: THE DAY OF CONGREGATION63: THE HYPOCRITES64: MUTUAL NEGLECT65: DIVORCE66: PROHIBITION67: CONTROL68: THE PEN69: THE INEVITABLE HOUR70: THE WAYS OF ASCENT71: NOAH72: THE JINN73: ENFOLDED74: WRAPPED IN HIS CLOAK75: THE RESURRECTION76: MAN77: [WINDS] SENT FORTH78: THE ANNOUNCEMENT79: THE FORCEFUL CHARGERS80: HE FROWNED81: THE ROLLING UP82: THE BREAKING83: THOSE WHO GIVE SHORT MEASURE84: THE CRACKING85: THE TOWERING CONSTELLATIONS86: THE NIGHT-COMER87: THE MOST HIGH88: THE OVERWHELMING EVENT89: DAYBREAK90: THE CITY91: THE SUN92: THE NIGHT93: THE MORNING BRIGHTNESS94: RELIEF95: THE FIG96: THE CLINGING FORM97: THE NIGHT OF GLORY98: CLEAR EVIDENCE99: THE EARTHQUAKE100: THE CHARGING STEEDS101: THE CRASHING BLOW102: COMPETING FOR MORE103: THE FADING DAY104: THE BACKBITER105: THE ELEPHANT106: QURAYSH107: COMMON KINDNESSES108: ABUNDANCE109: THE DISBELIEVERS110: HELP111: PALM FIBRE112: PURITY OF FAITH113: DAYBREAK114: PEOPLEINDEX
Synopsis
The Qur’an, believed by Muslims to be the word of God, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad 1400 years ago. It is the supreme authority in Islam and the living source of all Islamic teaching. Recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, it has nevertheless remained difficult to understand in its English translations. This new translation is written in a contemporary idiom that remains faithful to the original, making it easy to read while retaining its powers of eloquence., ‘Read! Your Lord is the Most Bountiful one who taught by the pen, who taught man what he did not know.’The Qur’an, believed by Muslims to be the word of God, was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad 1400 years ago. It is the supreme authority in Islam and the living source of all Islamic teaching; it is a sacred text and a book of guidance, that sets out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of the Islamic religion. It has been one of the most influential books in the history of literature. Recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, it has nevertheless remained difficult to understand in its English translations. This new translation is written in a contemporary idiom that remains faithful to the original, making it easy to read while retaining its powers of eloquence. Archaisms and cryptic language are avoided, and the Arabic meaning preserved by respecting the context of the discourse. The message of the Qur’an was directly addressed to all people regardless of class, gender, or age, and this translation is equally accessible to everyone. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more., One of the most influential books in the history of literature, recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, the Qur’an is the supreme authority and living source of all Islamic teaching, the sacred text that sets out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of Islam. Yet despite the growing interest in Islamic teachings and culture, there has never been a truly satisfactory English translation of the Qur’an, until now. This superb new translation of the Qur’an is written in contemporary language that remains faithful to the meaning and spirit of the original, making the text crystal clear while retaining all of this great work’s eloquence. The translation is accurate and completely free from the archaisms, incoherence, and alien structures that mar existing translations. Thus, for the first time, English-speaking readers will have a text of the Qur’an which is easy to use and comprehensible. Furthermore, Haleem includes notes that explain geographical, historical, and personal allusions as well as an index in which Qur’anic material is arranged into topics for easy reference. His introduction traces the history of the Qur’an, examines its structure and stylistic features, and considers issues related to militancy, intolerance, and the subjection of women. Clearly written and filled with helpful information and guidance, this brilliant translation of the Qur’an is the best available introduction to the faith of Moslems around the world. About the Series: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the broadest spectrum of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, voluminous notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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