The Bible and the Qur'an: A Comparative Study cover art

The Bible and the Qur'an: A Comparative Study

 Preview

Audible Standard 30-day free trial

Try Standard free
Select 1 audiobook a month from our entire collection.
Listen to your selected audiobooks as long as you're a member.
Get unlimited access to bingeable podcasts.
Standard auto renews for £5.99 a month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

The Bible and the Qur'an: A Comparative Study

By: Gabriel S. Reynolds
Narrated by: Gabriel S. Reynolds
Try Standard free

£5.99 a month after 30 days. Cancel anytime.

Buy Now for £14.51

Buy Now for £14.51

About this listen

What would you like to know about the Qur'an and its relationship to the Bible?

Written in beautifully poetic and rhythmic language, the Qur'an comprises 114 suras ("chapters"). To Christians, its structure can at first seem unusual, and indeed, the Qur'an differs from our scriptures in fundamental ways. As you study the Qur'an, you will gain a deep appreciation for its striking differences from the Bible and the importance of this religious text revered by 1.7 billion Muslims around the world.

In this superb course, you will receive a general introduction to the Qur'an, paying particular attention to its relationship with the Bible. Prof. Gabriel Reynolds, a scholar of Islamic studies at Notre Dame, guides you through the beautiful language, fascinating history, and varied interpretations of the Qur'an. By embarking on this exploration, you will more deeply understand Islam and its conversation with Christianity.

The first part introduces you to the life of Muhammad, the literary qualities of the Qur'an, and its historical context. After looking closely at the themes of the Qur'an, you will explore its portrayals of Jesus and other biblical figures, as well as how Christianity has interacted with it throughout history. Then, you will look at academic controversies and traditional Islamic teachings on the Qur'an. Finally, you will examine how Muslims approach the Qur'an in the modern world.

Begin this essential learning journey today.

This course is part of the Learn25 collection and includes a free PDF study guide.

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2015 Now You Know Media Inc. (P)2015 Now You Know Media Inc. Christianity Islam

Critic reviews

"Gabriel Reynolds combines deep learning and a gift for teaching. His sympathetic but learned approach to Islam is a real grace in these times." (Lawrence S. Cunningham, O'Brien professor of theology (emeritus), the University of Notre Dame)

"Gabriel Reynolds is an internationally renowned scholar of the Quran. His work on the relationship of early Quranic traditions to the Bible is groundbreaking and will forever alter the way in which scholars see the origins of the Islamic faith.... It will take another generation of scholars to plot their way through the dense thicket of interpretive questions that this line of research has raised." (Gary A. Anderson, Hesburgh professor of Catholic theology)
All stars
Most relevant
Being a Christian I have wondered about the Koran and wanted to know what the pure teaching is to be able to separate it from more extreme distortions. Prof Reynolds does a fantastic and very thorough job at doing this. His has a very engaging personality and I thank him. The end result being is that, now being acquainted with the Koran’s teachings, I appreciate Jesus and his teaching of peace even more. I recommend this audiobook very highly.

Very informative.

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.
Reynolds does an excellent job at presenting the most topical issues with knowledge and understanding and wit. You can learn about the traditional interpretations as well as the modern controversies surrounding topics such as women's rights, different religions, comparisons with the Bible, war and peace.
Very much worth listening to.

Insightful and enjoyable

Something went wrong. Please try again in a few minutes.