There has been an increase in the desire to understand Islam after 9/11. Because the Qur'an is the main source of Islamic teachings, it has attracted friends, foes, and thirsty souls. It is, however, difficult to understand how this divine book is so powerful in its appeal. It is in this context that the author realized the need to elaborate methods of Qur'anic understanding. The author's intent is to emphasize that the Qur'an's unique style, content, meanings, messages and guidance have made it the most appealing and revolutionary book of all time. The Qur'an not only provides a soothing effect on the human mind, soul, and spirit, but also makes its followers eager to carry out humanistic tasks of a diverse nature. The author details various ways of enhancing understanding of the noble Qur'an and approaching it correctly, so that the reader can appreciate the underlying beauties of this living miracle.
About the Author:
Dr. Masood Ahmad is a professor of biochemistry and the Dean of the Faculty of Life Sciences at Aligarh Muslim University in Aligarh, India. Besides his active involvement in teaching and researching biochemistry, he has also published three books and dozens of articles on various aspects of the Qur'an and Islam. Professor Ahmad's emphasis on Islam as the best ideology for human salvation is primarily based on Qur'anic teachings. He takes inspiration from the Qur'an especially as a living miracle and a divine book that contains a universal message for all time. Inspirations from the Qur'an is the outcome of 38 years of contemplation on the book of divine guidance.