The first survey of this important subject in a Western language. This exceptionally clear and helpful introduction to the study of the Qur’an is free of jargon and contains a large number of facts and insights regarding the Scripture of Islam. Newsletter of the Office On Christian-Muslim Relations, Hartford Seminary, U.S.A.
From The Introduction By Ahmad Von Denfer
The proper approach to the Qur'an, in my humble view, can be described in three stages. You must:
The proper approach to the Qur'an, in my humble view, can be described in three stages. You must:
• first, receive the message of the Qur'an, by hearing or reading it,
• second, understand the message of the Qur'an by reflecting upon it and studying its meanings,
• third, apply the message of the Qur'an by ordering your personal life as well as the life of society according to its message.
The branch of knowledge, called 'Ulum al-Qur'an may be used as a means for the accomplishment of the second stage, understanding the message of the Qur'an, by understanding its setting and circumstances.
According to a general definition, 'Ulum al-Qur'an denotes studies concerned with the book of revelations sent down upon the last Prophet Muhammad (P.B.U.H).
