Research Made Audible: a Yaqeen Papers Podcast The Qur’an’s Engagement with Christian and Jewish Literature
Jul 2, 2025
The podcast delves into the intertextual relationships between the Qur'an, Christian, and Jewish texts. It highlights how the Qur'an both affirms and corrects previous narratives, offering unique interpretations of figures like Jonah and Adam. The discussion also examines the integration of early Muslim scholarship into religious narratives and critiques the relationship between knowledge and action in religious leadership. Additionally, it explores manuscript variations, illustrating the Qur'an's original contributions and its significance in theological discourse.
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Quran's Intertextual Role
- The Quran confirms and continues earlier revelations, engaging with both biblical and extra-biblical traditions through intertextuality.
- It uses narratives familiar to Jewish and Christian audiences to teach moral and spiritual lessons with its unique theological perspective.
Quran Corrects Adam Narratives
- The Quran affirms angelic prostration to Adam but denies his divinity, distinguishing itself from Christian and Jewish versions.
- This precise correction upholds monotheism and Adam's role as God's vicegerent, demonstrating Quranic theological sophistication.
Extra-Biblical Traditions' Importance
- Extra-biblical Jewish and Christian traditions were integral to religious contexts at Quran's revelation, not merely secondary lore.
- The Quran's engagement reflects its addressing beliefs and teachings familiar to its contemporaries beyond canonical scriptures.