The Qur'an and Sayings of Prophet Muhammad : Selections Annotated & Explained

"A superb guide ... intelligently illuminates each thematically arranged passage and concisely summarizes centuries of Islamic interpretive wisdom."
-Scott C. Alexander, PhD,associate professor of Islam and director of Catholic-Muslim Studies, Catholic Theological Union

"A comprehensive but accessible introduction.... Assists the reader in grasping the basic issues that underlie the teachings of Islamic spirituality.... Stimulating and thought-provoking, allowing the reader to dialogue with Islamic spirituality at a level very near to lived experience."
-Monastic Interreligious Dialogue

"Lays before us ... the insights and beauty of one of the world's great sacred texts. A valuable book for any reader who honestly wants to understand the Qur'an and what it teaches."
-Michael Wolfe, author of The Hadj: An American's Pilgrimage to Mecca

"A clear distillation of Islam's essentials from the sources, this book should prove useful for any introduction to Islam. Recommended."
-Choice

"Takes complex, wide-ranging aspects of Islam and makes them clear and accessible for the non-Muslim and Muslim alike. Comes alive with thoughtfully presented insights and reflections. Whether you have a passing interest in Islam, or have serious questions about this community of faith, you will want to consult [this book]."
-Rev. Steven Blackburn, PhD,Duncan Black Macdonald Center for the Study of Islam and Christian-Muslim Relations

"A good introduction."
-Christian Century