Reflections on the Qur'an

 Reflections on the Qur'an:
Commentaries on Selected Verses,
[A5] Paperback - 358 pages,
*by M. Fethullah Gulen.




Description :


The Quran is believed by Muslims to be the final word of God revealed to humanity through Prophet Muhammad, may Allah bless him and grant him peace, speaking to all humans for all times. This nature of Islams holy book brings along a continuous study of it so that its injunctions are reinterpreted according to constantly changing times and conditions of our world.


This book presents such interpretations from a respected Muslim scholar who explains verses for the modern age. Gulen is well-informed of the classical exegetical discipline; nevertheless in this book he keeps his explanations short and to the point, not to tire away readers. The book does not cover all the verses of the Qur'an, but selected ones, those relate most to the human existence on earth, life after death, and stories revealed in the holy book.


What is strikingly noticeable in this work are the proofs showing that the Qur'an is the greatest Divine gift to be understood and conveyed from the Mercy of God to the human mind for a thorough reflection. Indeed, everyone has the right to reflect upon the Qur'an to understand the messages in its verses; more than that, it is a duty upon those equipped with necessary, accurate knowledge. In this work, paying careful attention to the disciplines of tafsir methodology and having frequent references to both the classical and contemporary sources, including Bediüzzaman Said Nursi's Risale-i Nur Collection, the author approaches many issues from a different, wider perspective and presents new insights and fresh interpretations to the understanding of the modern age.

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