The Quran with Christian commentary: a guide to understanding the scripture of Islam
The title is a book in Christian Quranic studies written by Gordon D. Nickel, edited by Woodberry and John Dudley and translated by Arthur J. Droge 1953.[1]
Contents
It covers all 114 Surahs of the Qur’an from “The Opening: Al-Fātiḥa” to “The People: Al-Nās”.
Summary
"The Quran with Christian Commentary offers a unique introduction to the primary religious text of Islam. Alongside a precise modern English translation of the Quran, author Gordon D. Nickel provides in-text notes to explain the meaning of various surahs (chapters) and ayat (verses), their interpretive history and significance in Muslim thought, and similarities and differences when compared to biblical passages. Additional articles on important topics are written by an international team of today's leading experts."
Objective of the book
"Factual, respectful of Muslims, and insightful on issues about which Muslims and Christians disagree, The Quran with Christian Commentary equips Christians to interact more fruitfully with Muslim believers. Professors and students in courses on Islam and the Quran will find this to be an invaluable resource, as will pastors and missionaries who minister among Muslims. Written at a readable level, any Christian who wants to learn more about Islam and the Quran will find it to be a rich and informative introduction."
Book Identifier
ISBN: 9780310534723
ISBN: 0310534720
Publisher: Grand Rapids, Michigan : Zondervan Academic
Language: English
Publication Date: 2020
Description: 670 pages; 24 cm