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Podcast: Muslim Footprints
Episode: Ep 6: Sound and meaning in the Qur’an with Professor Michael Sells
Description: The early suras of the Qur’an are the short, hymnic passages associated with the first revelations to the Prophet Muhammed (peace be upon him and his progeny). They reveal many of the central values of Islam: generosity, kindness, prayer, and good deeds – in other words, a vision of a just and meaningful life. They also often refer to nature - the moon, sun, and stars; the sky and sea; night and day – highlighting the inextricable link between people and the environment.
Michael Sells, a renowned expert on the Qur’an, joins us for this episode o...