The Quran (Annotated)

di Allah (Autore)

Maren Fairbourne (Autore)

John Medows Rodwell (Traduttore)

e-artnow, 2021

The Quran is the central scripture of Islam, presenting a vast moral, theological, legal, and spiritual vision through proclamation, narrative, parable, exhortation, and prayer. Its Arabic style is famously compressed, rhythmic, and allusive, moving between cosmic imagery and intimate ethical counsel. Emerging in seventh-century Arabia, it engages earlier Abrahamic traditions while reshaping them into a distinctive discourse on monotheism, accountability, mercy, and communal life. Muslims understand Allah as the divine author of the Quran, revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over approximately twenty-three years. Its occasions of revelation correspond to moments of persecution, migration, conflict, governance, and devotion, giving the text both transcendent authority and historical immediacy. The book's purpose, in Islamic belief, is guidance: to summon human beings toward worship, justice, remembrance, and moral responsibility. This book is essential for readers interested in religion, literature, law, philosophy, or the history of civilizations. It rewards slow, attentive reading, especially with awareness of its oral qualities and interpretive traditions. Whether approached devotionally or academically, The Quran remains one of the most influential and challenging works in world literature. This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience. - A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes. - The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists. - A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing. - An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text. - A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.

• Autore: Allah, Maren Fairbourne
• Traduttore: John Medows Rodwell
• Curatore: e-artnow
• Anno edizione: 2021
• Editore: e-artnow
• Formato: EPUB2 con Adobe DRM
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 4064066388577