Tag: How to Read the Qur’an

February 22, 2012

Excerpt: How to Read the Qur’an, by Carl W. Ernst

A historical and literary approach at least offers the prospect of a fair-minded and reasonable approach to other people’s religions, which is why such a method seems both attractive and necessary today. Continue Reading Excerpt: How to Read the Qur’an, by Carl W. Ernst

Global Studies/Islamic Studies/Middle Eastern Studies/Religion

December 5, 2011

Interview: Carl W. Ernst on How to Read the Qur’an

My approach is both literary and historical, not theological; my aim is understanding and explanation rather than advocacy or attack. Continue Reading Interview: Carl W. Ernst on How to Read the Qur’an

Cultural Studies/Interviews/Islamic Studies/Religion