Understanding The Koran

A lay-level introduction to the Koran designed to help Christians understand the book and the 1.3 billion Muslims who follow it Understanding the Koran is a quick, non-technical, popular introduction that shows the essence of what the mysterious Koran is all about and how it differs from the Bible.

Subjects include:
* Why it’s important to understand the background behind the Koran and how it was written
* Summary of the main teachings of the Koran
* What the Koran says about Jesus and Jihad
* Comparison of the Bible with the Koran – similarities and differences
* Description of how Muslims, the world’s second largest religion, view and use the Koran today
* Frequently asked questions about the Koran
* Summary of how the Koran should and should not be used in reaching out to Muslims
* Black and white photos throughout

The 1.3 billion Muslims throughout the world believe that the Koran (Qur’an) is the last revealed word of God and the prime source of their faith and practice. They believe it’s a record of the exact words that God revealed through the angel Gabriel to the Prophet Muhammad during a 23-year period from AD 610-632. This “heavenly” book in Arabic consists of 114 surahs (chapters) with 6,239 verses, making it slightly longer than the New Testament. It contains some stories and parables, but primarily consists of lists of commands and prohibitions. Each verse has both a clear meaning and an allegorical meaning. Muslims are expected to read the entire book through during the month of Ramadan.