by Anonymous
First published 650
Nearly fourteen centuries ago, the Prophet Muhammad begins receiving divine revelations through the Angel Gabriel. These communications from God form 114 chapters that establish the core narratives of Muslim belief. The revelations provide specific guidance for faithful living: how to pray, when to fast, the importance of pilgrimage to Mecca, and the necessity of complete devotion to God. Muslims worldwide regard these words as infallible divine communication. The text stands as one of history's most influential prophetic works while maintaining significant literary merit. Beyond its spiritual authority, the work continues to provide the fundamental behavioral guidelines that shape Muslim practice today. The revelations address both individual conduct and community obligations, creating a comprehensive framework for religious life that has endured across centuries and cultures.
Genres: history, religion, non-fiction, islam
Vibes: informative, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: historical-nonfiction, religious-text
Setting: Mecca
Period: 14th Century
456 pages · Paperback · Penguin Classics