The Qur'an: Style and Contents (The Formation of the Classical Islamic World)

Andrew Rippin (ed.)

ISBN 10: 0860787001 / ISBN 13: 9780860787006

Published by Aldershot : Ashgate Publishing, 2001

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xxxiii, 429 pages ; 26 cm. 'This volume reveals the approaches followed within the study of the Qur'an. From Noldeke's examination of style through Arkoun's project for the future, it reflects the historical development of the discipline, whilst providing overviews of key elements for the understanding of the Qur'an.'.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Qur'an: Style and Contents (The Formation of the Classical Islamic World)
• Publisher: Aldershot : Ashgate Publishing
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0860787001
• ISBN 13: 9780860787006
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Fine
• Seller catalogs:
  • Islam

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Synopsis

This volume is one of two edited by Andrew Rippin which are designed to complement one another, and to comprehend the principal trends in modern scholarship on the Qur’an. Both volumes are provided with a new introduction by the editor, analysing this scholarship, and providing references for further study. The Qur’an: Style and Contents reveals the variety of approaches followed within the study of the text. From Nöldeke’s examination of style through Arkoun’s project for the future, these scholarly statements reflect the historical development of the discipline, while providing overviews of key elements for the understanding of the Qur’an.

About the Author

Andrew Rippin