The Koran Or Alcoran Of Mohammed (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781163391808)

The Koran or Alcoran of Mohammed is a religious text that contains the fundamental teachings of Islam. It is considered to be the sacred scripture of Muslims and is believed to have been revealed to the Prophet Muhammad by the angel Gabriel over a period of 23 years. This particular edition of the Koran was translated by George Sale in the 18th century and is widely regarded as one of the most accurate and reliable translations available in the English language. The book includes a detailed introduction that provides historical and cultural context for the text, as well as an index and notes to help readers better understand the meaning and significance of the verses. The Koran covers a wide range of topics, including the oneness of God, the nature of humanity, the importance of prayer and charity, and the afterlife. It is a powerful and influential text that has shaped the beliefs and practices of millions of people around the world.With Explanatory Notes; And Readings From Savary's Version; Also Preliminary Discourse With Maps And Plans.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: George Sale
ISBN-10: 1163391808
ISBN-13: 9781163391808
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 340
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.47lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.88d