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"This lucid, scholarly and exciting book could not be more timely; it takes the reader on a spiritual and intellectual journey that is essential for Muslim and non-Muslim alike and addresses some of the most pressing needs of our time." -Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God and Muhammad: A Biography of the Prophet "[Sardar] is asking the right questions, and the health of the world community over the next couple of centuries may depend on how well, and how often, others in his faith ask the same questions." - National Review "Sardar is passionate in his approach without being dogmatic. Will appeal to many open-minded readers of other faiths and those generally interested in spirituality." --Booklist "If one could pick just one book to connect the Muslim past with its complex present and future potential, Reading the Qur'an would be that book. To use a metaphor from the eleventh-century exemplar of rational mysticism, Imam Ghazzali, both Muslims and non-Muslims must 'sail into the endless ocean of its meanings, ' with Ziauddin Sardar the nimble captain on that voyage of hope and discovery." -Professor Bruce Lawrence, Duke University "Sardar explores the Quran from a variety of perspectives, drawing fresh and contemporary lessons from the Sacred Text." --Islamic Horizons"A helpful book for opening the minds of spiritually engaged readers interested in the place of holy books in today's world." -- Library Journal"This lucid, scholarly and exciting book could not be more timely; it takes the reader on a spiritual and intellectual journey that is essential for Muslim and non-Muslim alike and addresses some of the most pressing needs of our time." -Karen Armstrong, author of A History of God and Muhammad: A Biography of the Prophet "[Sardar] is asking the right questions, and the health of the world community over the next couple of centuries may depend on how well, and how often, others in his faith ask the same questions." - National Review "Sardar is passionate in his approach without being dogmatic. Will appeal to many open-minded readers of other faiths and those generally interested in spirituality." --Booklist "If one could pick just one book to connect the Muslim past with its complex present and future potential, Reading the Qur'an would be that book. To use a metaphor from the eleventh-century exemplar of rational mysticism, Imam Ghazzali, both Muslims and non-Muslims must 'sail into the endless ocean of its meanings, ' with Ziauddin Sardar the nimble captain on that voyage of hope and discovery." -Professor Bruce Lawrence, Duke University "Sardar explores the Quran from a variety of perspectives, drawing fresh and contemporary lessons from the Sacred Text." --Islamic Horizons"A helpful book for opening the minds of spiritually engaged readers interested in the place of holy books in today's world." -- Library Journal

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About the Author

Ziauddin Sardar, a writer, broadcaster and cultural critic, is visiting professor at City University, London. He has published more than 45 books, and made a number of documentaries for UK's BBC and Channel 4. He recently wrote a year-long blog on the Qur'an for The Guardian. Reading the Qur'an is adapted and expanded from those blogs.

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Product details

Hardcover: 432 pages

Publisher: Oxford University Press; 1 edition (August 30, 2011)

Language: English

ISBN-10: 0199836744

ISBN-13: 978-0199836741

Product Dimensions:

9.3 x 1.3 x 6.5 inches

Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)

Average Customer Review:

3.6 out of 5 stars

11 customer reviews

Amazon Best Sellers Rank:

#1,117,535 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

It is an excellent commentary on the interpretation and application of the holy book. The central theme is that the Quran has to be read, interpreted and understood not excludively in its historical context. It should also be understood to be conducive to the needs of modern society. Furthermore, no thinking person can deny that the Islamic scripture, considered by the Muslims as valid for all periods, must be interpreted and applied in accordance with the needs of the period in which we live. Otherwise it may not satisfy the claim of its universality for all times. Properly interpreted and understood it can be a guide for its followers within the framework of the changing times. Life is not a constant phenomenon and its needs, problems and solutions also require a dynamic perspective. Then the Quran can be a great force among Muslim societies to promote the wellbeing of people and human dignity without any distinction on the basis of religions. In that broader context, the philosophy and explanations in the book are valid even for the religions other than the three Abramic faiths.

In reading through the book the author gives a much needed historical narrative of the process of bridging the Quran to the non-Arabic speaking reader.The author also tries to present the Quran in a modern way through a contemporary reading.I think the reading although contemporary is not innovative and does not provide the reader with a complete system or way to read on his own. He still resorts to studying opinions of various scholars and choosing among them.To me, a native speaker of Arabic I didn't find it innovative and methodical enough. I would recommend the writings of Mohammad Shahrour although only one is available in English for free on the webShahrour.org

Ziauddin is always superb. Very well written.

Awesome thank you

This book is an introdution to the discourse urgently needed in all muslim communities. It discusses important issues in a very clear, concise, and contemporary manner. It has given me the desire to use common sense in my practice of Islam, and not the 'arabasized version' of Islam being followed by so many muslims. May we have more thinkers in the newer generations to rectify what the current misinterpretations of the Quran have led the muslims to, a 7th century ritualistic practice of this beautiful faith.

The book blurb adequately describes the contents so I'm not going to repeat all of that info here. This book was recommended to me by a Muslim friend as a good introduction to understanding Islam and the Qur'an. I'm a Christian and have no desire to convert. But I am interested in learning more about what Muslims believe.I was surprised to learn how many familiar names from both the Old and New Testaments are mentioned in the Qur'an. A few of those names are Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Ezekiel, David, Moses, Daniel, and John. Per Mr. Sardar, Jesus is mentioned in 93 verses. The Qur'an text indicates that Jesus is not The Son of God. But does indicate, and Muslims believe, He was a prophet and did perform miracles. I was also surprised to learn that in the Qur'an both the Torah and the Bible are considered as revealed texts from God.You hear many conflicting things about Islam in the media and much of it involves the extremists on both ends of the spectrum. Is what we hear based on the actual text of the Qur'an or is it based on misinterpretation and customs that have become "standard practice" but are not necessarily what the Qur'an text actually says/means? I was taught to use multiple sources and do my own research which is why I read this book. Mr. Sardar presents an interesting perspective and overview of The Qur'an and how it should be interpreted. This book is a good starting point for those like me who know very little about Islam and what Muslims are taught to believe.

This is an excellent analysis of the Qur'an. It's thoughtful, well researched and cogent. I can't imagine it's the sort of thing that will go down well with the lunatics in the Muslim world who are all too keen on extremist positions and their corresponding brothers in the non-Muslim world whose xenophobia and Islamophobia is matched only by their ignorance. Anybody who is interested in Islam should pick this book up

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