Publisher's Synopsis
The Koran or Alcoran of Mohammed is an English translation of the Islamic holy book, the Quran, by George Sale. The book includes the complete text of the Quran, along with Sale's commentary and notes on the text. The Quran is the central religious text of Islam and is believed to be the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad. It is divided into chapters, or surahs, which are organized by length rather than chronology. The Quran covers a wide range of topics, including the nature of God, the afterlife, morality, and the role of the individual in society. Sale's translation is considered one of the most influential and widely read English translations of the Quran. It includes an introduction to Islam and the Quran, as well as a detailed index and glossary. The Koran or Alcoran of Mohammed is a significant work for anyone interested in the history and teachings of Islam.With Explanatory Notes; And Readings From Savary's Version; Also Preliminary Discourse With Maps And Plans.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
