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Oct 2024
1h 30m

CIMS Urdu: Is there Distortion (Taḥrīf) ...

Al-Mahdi Institute
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The Centre for Intra-Muslim Studies (CIMS) presents its inaugural Urdu podcast episode, examining the critical question: "Is there Distortion (Taḥrīf) in the Qurʾan?." The discussion, hosted by Syed Arman Kazmi, features distinguished scholars from both Sunni and Shia traditions: Dr Muhammad Khalid, Mufti Muhammad Farooq Alvi, and Syed Muhammad Haider Naqvi, who offer a nuanced exploration of Quranic textual history and its preservation. Some of the key topics discussed include: Defining Taḥrīf and its various forms Historical narratives of Quranic compilation Critical examination of various traditions related to Taḥrīf Scholarly perspectives on Quranic preservation

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