Understanding Isnad in Islamic Tradition

This chapter explores the concept of Isnad in Islam, discussing how scholars differentiate between mutawatr and ahad narratives to ascertain historical truths. It delves into mutawatir evidence by using examples like the Holocaust and emphasizes the importance of consensus among scholars for interpreting texts. The chapter also touches on the universal agreement among different sects of Islam on the recitation and preservation of the Quran, attributing the consistent recitation to the meticulous science of Quranic recitation and historical preservation.