The Qur'an Relates to the Children of Israel

The Qur'an Relates to the Children of IsraelA groundbreaking comparative study that explores how the Qur'an directly engages with the theological and historical disputes of the Children of Israel. Drawing on ancient Jewish sources-including the Tanakh, Babylonian Talmud, Midrashim, and writings of Josephus-as well as early Christian texts, this book offers fresh readings of four prominent Qur'anic stories:.
Gog and Magog (????? ??????) - Reaffirming the End of Days prophecy from the Book of Ezekiel  . Dhul-Qarnayn (?? ???????) - A new interpretation linking the figure to King Alexander Jannaeus of the Hasmonean dynasty  . The People of the Elephant (????? ?????) - Connecting the story to the Assyrian campaign of Sennacherib  . Abu Lahab (??? ???) - Identifying the figure with Roman Emperor Titus and his role in the destruction of the Second Temple, including the symbolism of Berenice and the "Nikon" battering ramThrough detailed linguistic analysis, historical context, and direct comparisons with original Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek texts, the author demonstrates how the Qur'an intervenes in longstanding Jewish debates, offering divine judgment on matters that concerned the Children of Israel.
Key to this study is the Qur'anic verse:  "Indeed, this Qur'an relates to the Children of Israel most of that over which they disagree." (Al-Naml 27:76)This is not a rejection of traditional interpretations, but an invitation to deeper understanding-opening new horizons while remaining respectful of sacred texts. Perfect for readers interested in:. Comparative religion  . Qur'anic studies  . Jewish-Christian-Islamic dialogue  .
Biblical and Qur'anic exegesis  . Ancient Near Eastern history---Author: Shak w yaqen