Books in the Foundations of Islam series

Explores the collection and criticism of hadith and examines the controversy surrounding its role in modern Islam. Including a glossary, bibliography, and helpful diagrams, this book is suitable for students, scholars, and the general reader interested in this critical element of Islam.

The bedrock of the Islamic faith, the Qur'an is revered by Muslims as Allah's final revelation, offering divine guidance to humankind. A seamless blend of narrative, description, parable, and law, it is a moral code for over a billion people. This study provides insights into the many different ways that the Qur'an has been read and interpreted.