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Decoding the Past: Secrets of the Koran

200691 minEN
DocumentaryHistory

Overview

The Koran is one of the most important works ever written. For almost one billion people worldwide, it is the Holy Scripture, the word of God and his prophet. For others, it is a historical artifact that has left an indelible imprint on the world. DECODING THE PAST: SECRETS OF THE KORAN probes the heart of the work that many outside Islam find mysterious. This feature-length program examines the history of the verses and their implications for modern times, as well as the striking similarities and differences between the Koran and the Bible. Trace the influence of the Koran from the Golden Age of Islam to the modern rise of jihadism, and hear from top Islamic scholars and holy men as they share their insights into the work that lies at the foundation of one of the world's great religions. THE HISTORY CHANNEL provides the perfect guide to understanding the fundamental work that has shaped the Muslim faith for over 1,400 years, and will long continue to influence modern history.

Details

Release Date
2006-03-02
Runtime
91 min
Status
Released
Language
EN

Cast

Edward Herrmann
Edward Herrmann
Narrator
Akbar Ahmed
Akbar Ahmed
Jonathan Brockopp
Jonathan Brockopp
Reza Aslan
Reza Aslan
Andrew Rippin
Andrew Rippin
Irfan Omar
Irfan Omar
Sherman A. Jackson
Sherman A. Jackson
John Esposito
John Esposito
Jane McAuliffe
Jane McAuliffe
Richard Bulliet
Richard Bulliet
Wadad Kadi
Wadad Kadi
Fred Donner
Fred Donner
Mahmoud Ayoub
Mahmoud Ayoub
Tariq Ali
Tariq Ali
Carole Hillenbrand
Carole Hillenbrand
Thomas Madden
Thomas Madden