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100	1		_aSale, George, _d1697?-1736
245	1	4	_aThe Koran (Al-Qur'an)
264		1	_aSalt Lake City, UT : _bProject Gutenberg, _c2005
300			_a1 online resource : _bmultiple file formats
336			_atext _btxt _2rdacontent
337			_acomputer _bc _2rdamedia
338			_aonline resource _bcr _2rdacarrier
500			_aSee also PG#2800 and PG#3434 tr. by J.M. Rodwell
500			_aRelease date is 2005-02-01
520			_a"The Koran" by George Sale is a significant translation of the Islamic holy text, completed in the early 18th century. This work not only provides an English version of the Koran but also includes explanatory notes from various Islamic scholars, making it a crucial resource for understanding the religious, cultural, and historical context of Islam. The focus of this text is on the teachings of the Prophet Muhammad and the principles of a faith that has profoundly influenced a large part of the world. The opening of the text serves as a remarkable introduction where Sale expresses his respect for the translation's importance and outlines the cultural and religious dynamics of Arabia before the rise of Islam. He discusses the negative perceptions surrounding Muhammad due to the historical impacts of Arab conquests but advocates for a more nuanced understanding of his contributions to religion. Additionally, Sale sets the stage for an in-depth exploration of Islamic beliefs, the Koran's structure, and its significance in the lives of millions. Through this context, readers are introduced to the complexities surrounding the Koran and its role in shaping the Islamic worldview. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534			_nOriginal publication data not identified
653			_aQur'an
856	4	0	_uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/7440
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