"Acclaimed Islamic scholar, Ingrid Mattson now updates her authoritative and comprehensive introduction through the addition of expanded sections on the Qur'an in art and architecture, in the life cycle of Muslims, and in Islamic ethics and law. Through a close examination of the doctrines in the Qur'an, Mattson reveals their significance to individual Muslims and the societies in which they live. Combining scholarly precision with an engaging style, The Story of the Qur'an, 2nd Edition, offers a fascinating and unique account of the history and current place of the Qur'an in Muslim life"-- Provided by publisher.