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An introduction to the debates within the field of Islamic studies regarding the interpretation of the Qur'an and its relevance to contemporary issues in the modern world.

Interpreting the Qur an: Towards a contemporary approach

Chapter 1 Introduction; Chapter 2 The context of the debate on interpretation; Chapter 3 Revelation and interpretation; Chapter 4 Interpretation based on tradition and textualism; Chapter 5 Interpretation based on reason; Chapter 6 Flexibility in reading the text; Chapter 7 Abrogation and reinterpretation; Chapter 8 The meaning of the text as an approximation; Chapter 9 Recognition of the complexity of meaning; Chapter 10 Socio-historical context and interpretation; Chapter 11 Ethico-legal texts and a hierarchy of values; Chapter 12 Epilogue;