The Meaning of the Glorious Koran

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Penguin Books, 1985 - Philosophy - 464 pages
Regarded by Muslims as God's actual words revealed to the prophet Mohammed, "The Koran" remains the supreme authority of the Islamic tradition. Comprising laws, moral precepts, and narratives, its timeless texts are the inspiration and guide of millions of Muslims. With this remarkable readable and scholarly transition, Mohammed Marmaduke Pickthall introduces the sacred scriptures of "The Koran" to Western readers -- and provides valuable and fascinating insight into one of the world's great religions. -- From publisher's description.

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