The Qur'an: A Historical-Critical Introduction by Nicolai Sinai (English) Paperb

Description: The Qur'an by Nicolai Sinai This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, givingreaders the tools needed to work with and understand this vital but complex text. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description The Quran represents both Islams historical point of origin and its scriptural foundation, inaugurating a new religion and, ultimately, a new civilisation. Yet the text itself can be difficult to understand, and the scholarship devoted to it is often highly technical. This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, such as: Where and when did the Quran emerge? How do Quranic surahs function as literary compositions? How do the Qurans main themes and ideas relate to and transform earlier Jewish and Christian traditions?Reading this book will give you the tools needed to work with and understand this vital but complex text. Back Cover The best book I have seen to lead critically minded readers into the myriad issues and complexities of the Quran text. Its various chapters, firmly rooted in a wealth of scholarship on the Quran, discuss many key questions raised about and by the text, including its literary coherence, its chronology, its "closure" as a body of scripture, its textual stability, and aspects of its content: the relation to Christianity, Judaism and paganism, its key themes, its relationship to the life of Muhammad, and much more. It will serve scholars and novices alike as an invaluable guide.Fred M. Donner, University of ChicagoOne of the best critical introductions to the Quran which sets in apposite context the latest research discussions, discourses and trends in the field . . . it represents a truly definitive contribution to the study of the text.Mustafa Shah, University of LondonAn accessible and up-to-date introduction to the study of the Quran in its historical contextThe Quran represents both Islams historical point of origin and its scriptural foundation, inaugurating a new religion and, ultimately, a new civilisation. Yet the text itself can be difficult to understand, and the scholarship devoted to it is often highly technical. This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, such as: Where and when did the Quran emerge? How do Quranic surahs functions as literary compositions? How do the Qurans main themes and ideas relate to and transform earlier Jewish and Christian traditions?Reading this book gives you the tools needed to work with and understand this vital but complex text.Key Features* Engages with alternative arguments and perspectives, empowering readers to find their own way through the complex field of Quranic Studies* Synthesises an intertextual and literary approach to the Quran* Provides specific and accessible examples, including a literary analysis of two Quranic surahs and an intertextual case study of the Quranic Adam narratives* Offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy and the Qurans engagement with Judaism and Christianity* Includes figures and tables highlighting key factsNicolai Sinai is Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the Oriental Institute, Oxford University, and a Fellow of Pembroke College, Oxford. He has published on the Quran, on pre-modern and modern Islamic scriptural exegesis, and on the history of philosophy in the Islamic world.Cover image: Birmingham Quran manuscript (owned by the University of Birmingham, writtenc.568-645) Flap The best book I have seen to lead critically minded readers into the myriad issues and complexities of the Quran text. Its various chapters, firmly rooted in a wealth of scholarship on the Quran, discuss many key questions raised about and by the text, including its literary coherence, its chronology, its "closure" as a body of scripture, its textual stability, and aspects of its content: the relation to Christianity, Judaism and paganism, its key themes, its relationship to the life of Muhammad, and much more. It will serve scholars and novices alike as an invaluable guide.Fred M. Donner, University of ChicagoOne of the best critical introductions to the Quran which sets in apposite context the latest research discussions, discourses and trends in the field . . . it represents a truly definitive contribution to the study of the text.Mustafa Shah, University of LondonAn accessible and up-to-date introduction to the study of the Quran in its historical contextThe Quran represents both Islams historical point of origin and its scriptural foundation, inaugurating a new religion and, ultimately, a new civilisation. Yet the text itself can be difficult to understand, and the scholarship devoted to it is often highly technical. This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, such as: Where and when did the Quran emerge? How do Quranic surahs functions as literary compositions? How do the Qurans main themes and ideas relate to and transform earlier Jewish and Christian traditions?Reading this book gives you the tools needed to work with and understand this vital but complex text.Key Features* Engages with alternative arguments and perspectives, empowering readers to find their own way through the complex field of Quranic Studies* Synthesises an intertextual and literary approach to the Quran* Provides specific and accessible examples, including a literary analysis of two Quranic surahs and an intertextual case study of the Quranic Adam narratives* Offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy and the Qurans engagement with Judaism and Christianity* Includes figures and tables highlighting key factsNicolai Sinai is Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the Oriental Institute, Oxford University, and a Fellow of Pembroke College, Oxford. He has published on the Quran, on pre-modern and modern Islamic scriptural exegesis, and on the history of philosophy in the Islamic world.Cover image: Birmingham Quran manuscript (owned by the University of Birmingham, writtenc.568-645) Author Biography Nicolai Sinai is Associate Professor of Islamic Studies at the Oriental Institute, Oxford University, and a Fellow of Pembroke College, Oxford. Table of Contents Introduction Part One: Background 1 Some basic features of the Quran 2 Muhammad and the Quran 3 The Quranic milieu Part Two: Method 4 Literary coherence and secondary revision 5 Inner-Quranic chronology 6 Intertextuality Part Three: A diachronic survey of the Quranic proclamations 7 The Meccan surahs 8 The Medinan surahs Bibliography Index Review One of the best critical introductions to the Quran which sets in apposite context the latest research discussions, discourses and trends in the field... it represents a truly definitive contribution to the study of the text.--Mustafa Shah, University of LondonThe best available overview of the subject...Sinai offers not only new insight into the inner structure of the Quran, but also a masterclass in textual analysis.--Eric Ormsby "Times Literary Supplement"The best book I have seen to lead critically-minded readers into the myriad issues and complexities of the Quran text. Its various chapters, firmly rooted in a wealth of scholarship on the Quran, discuss many key questions raised about and by the text, including its literary coherence, its chronology, its "closure" as a body of scripture, its textual stability, and aspects of its content: the relation to Christianity, Judaism, and paganism, its key themes, its relationship to the life of Muhammad, and much more. It will serve scholars and novices alike as an invaluable guide.--Prof Fred M. Donner, The University of Chicago Review Quote "The best available overview of the subject...Sinai offers not only new insight into the inner structure of the Quran, but also a masterclass in textual analysis." -- Eric Ormsby, Times Literary Supplement Promotional "Headline" An accessible and up-to-date introduction to the study of the Quran in its historical context Description for Reader An accessible and up-to-date introduction to the study of the Quran in its historical context The Quran represents both Islams historical point of origin and its scriptural foundation, inaugurating a new religion and, ultimately, a new civilisation. Yet the text itself can be difficult to understand, and the scholarship devoted to it is often highly technical. This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, such as: Where and when did the Quran emerge? How do Quranic surahs function as literary compositions? How do the Qurans main themes and ideas relate to and transform earlier Jewish and Christian traditions? Reading this book will give you the tools needed to work with and understand this vital but complex text. Key Features Engages with alternative arguments and perspectives and offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy Synthesises a literary approach to the Quran with detailed attention to its engagement with Jewish and Christian traditions Provides specific and accessible examples, including exemplary analyses of several Quranic surahs and passages and a case study of the Quranic Adam narratives Offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy and the Qurans engagement with Judaism and Christianity Includes figures and tables highlighting key facts Feature Engages with alternative arguments and perspectives and offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy Synthesises a literary approach to the Quran with detailed attention to its engagement with Jewish and Christian traditions Provides specific and accessible examples, including exemplary analyses of several Quranic surahs and passages and a case study of the Quranic Adam narratives Offers a rigorously historical perspective on controversial topics such as Quranic militancy and the Qurans engagement with Judaism and Christianity Includes figures and tables highlighting key facts Description for Sales People The Quran represents both Islams historical point of origin and its scriptural foundation, inaugurating a new religion and, ultimately, a new civilisation. Yet the text itself can be difficult to understand, and the scholarship devoted to it is often highly technical. This comprehensive introduction to the basic methods and current state of historical-critical Quranic scholarship covers all of the fields major questions, such as: Where and when did the Quran emerge? How do Quranic surahs function as literary compositions? How do the Qurans main themes and ideas relate to and transform earlier Jewish and Christian traditions? Engages with alternative arguments and perspectives, empowering readers to find their own way through the complex field of Quranic Studies Synthesises an intertextual and literary approach to the Quran Provides specific and accessible examples, including a literary analysis of two Quranic surahs and an intertextual case study of the Quranic Adam narratives Includes figures and tables highlighting key facts Description for Teachers/Educators All courses on the Quran, Islamic religion, early Islamic history, and the Prophet Muhammad. Details ISBN074869577X Publisher Edinburgh University Press ISBN-10 074869577X ISBN-13 9780748695775 Format Paperback Author Nicolai Sinai Series New Edinburgh Islamic Surveys Media Book Pages 240 Year 2017 Short Title The Quran Language English Subtitle A Historical-Critical Introduction Publication Date 2017-09-30 UK Release Date 2017-09-30 Imprint Edinburgh University Press Place of Publication Edinburgh Country of Publication United Kingdom NZ Release Date 2017-09-30 DEWEY 297.122 Audience Tertiary & Higher Education AU Release Date 2018-01-01 Alternative 9780748695768 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116895825;

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