{"product_id":"the-quranic-narrative-the-journey-of-life-as-told-in-the-quran","title":"The Quranic Narrative: The Journey of Life as Told in the Qur'an","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLouay M. Safi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHardback, 232 pages\u003cbr\u003e9780313361999\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThis book is one of the titles selected for the Wardah Books Islamic Civilisation Book Club 2024.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecent arguments surrounding the meaning and message of the Qur'an often focus on whether or not it supports or exhorts violence. Such arguments, though, tend to ignore the fact that the scriptures found there speak to various aspects of life and living. The Qur'anic Narrative attempts to show that the Qur'an has an inspiring message that aims to enlighten the path of those who embrace it and guides them through the journey of life. Exploring various themes related to everyday experiences, Safi reveals the meaning of the Qur'an with regard to issues of spirit, faith, charity, patience, fasting, salvation, pride, charity, moral discipline, and other relevant topics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn an attempt to recapture the Islamic spirit promoted in the Qur'an, this book offers an approach that speaks to areas of life many people are concerned about. It pastes together a narrative that is more consistent and more representative of the overall Qur'anic message, which, the author contends, is ultimately one of peace and hope. Safi places the Qur'an in context, too, by examining its meaning to early recipients of the scriptures and its place in that particular social and historical context. He continues by updating that meaning for modern readers and adherents, relating the intended meaning to an evolving human audience and to contemporary experiences. The author contends that extremist readings are misinterpretations and that those who may view the Qur'an as a holy text that encourages, even demands, violence are incorrect. Ultimately, readers will come away from this work with a broader appreciation of the Qur'an and its intended meaning and message.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContents\u003cbr\u003ePart I. Spirit\u003cbr\u003e1. Origin and Purpose\u003cbr\u003e2. Divine Presence\u003cbr\u003e3. Prophets of Transcendence\u003cbr\u003e4. Engaging Religiosity\u003cbr\u003e5. Trust in God\u003cbr\u003ePart II. Faith\u003cbr\u003e6. Revealed Guidance\u003cbr\u003e7. Knowledge and Wisdom\u003cbr\u003e8. Power of Choice\u003cbr\u003e9. Faith and Infidelity\u003cbr\u003e10. Calamity and Patience\u003cbr\u003ePart III. Inner Peace\u003cbr\u003e11. Gratitude and Praise\u003cbr\u003e12. Reconnecting through Prayer\u003cbr\u003e13. Moral Discipline and Fasting\u003cbr\u003e14. Purification through Giving (zakah)\u003cbr\u003e15. Lifes Ultimate Spiritual Journey (Hajj)\u003cbr\u003ePart IV. Community Peace\u003cbr\u003e16. Integrity\u003cbr\u003e17. Humility and Pride\u003cbr\u003e18. Moderation and Excess\u003cbr\u003e19. Jihad for Peace\u003cbr\u003e20. Shariah Principles\u003cbr\u003ePart V. Universal Peace\u003cbr\u003e21. Recognition and Right\u003cbr\u003e22. Responsible Freedom\u003cbr\u003e23. Justice is Paramount\u003cbr\u003e24. Faith in Interfaith\u003cbr\u003e25. Covenants and the Social Contract\u003cbr\u003ePart VI. Eternal Peace\u003cbr\u003e26. Life and Death\u003cbr\u003e27. Salvation - The Path to God\u003cbr\u003eAppendix A Surahs of the Quran\u003cbr\u003eAppendix B Chronology of the Quran\u003cbr\u003eAppendix C Prophets in the Quran\u003cbr\u003eAppendix D Interpreting and Translating the Quran\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40259722051619,"sku":"9780313361999","price":79.9,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2514\/8624\/products\/DSC_6290.jpg?v=1707206757","url":"https:\/\/wardahbooks.mom\/products\/the-quranic-narrative-the-journey-of-life-as-told-in-the-quran","provider":"Wardah Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}