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The story of the Qur'an : its history and place in Muslim life / Ingrid Mattson.

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Malden, MA ; Oxford : Blackwell Pub., 2008.

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Location	Call No.	Status	Notes
Purdy-Kresge Library	BP 132 .M39 2008	CHECKED IN

Description	x, 262 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Bibliography	Includes bibliographical references (p. [239]-251) and index.
Contents	God speaks to humanity -- The Prophet conveys the message -- The voice and the pen -- Blessed words : the Qur'an and culture -- What God really means : interpreting the Qur'an -- Conclusion : listening for God.
Summary	Provides an introduction to the Koran, examining the doctrines contained in the book at the heart of Muslim life, an explanation of their significance to individual Muslims, and a discussion of the Koran's place in Muslim society.
Subject	Qurʼan -- Theology
	Qurʼan -- History.
	Qurʼan -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Added Title	Bridging Cultures Muslim Journeys (NEH).
Related To	Online version: Mattson, Ingrid. Story of the Qur'an. Malden, MA ; Oxford : Blackwell Pub., 2008 (OCoLC)607846568
	Online version: Mattson, Ingrid. Story of the Qur'an. Malden, MA ; Oxford : Blackwell Pub., 2008 (OCoLC)608497854
ISBN	9781405122580 (pbk.) : $29.95
	1405122587 (pbk.) : $29.95
OCLC #	mjc2007010745

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