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The Family of Abraham

Jewish, Christian, and Muslim Interpretations

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$45.00 • £36.95 • €40.50

ISBN 9780674050839

Publication Date: 06/16/2014

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296 pages

6-1/8 x 9-1/4 inches

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  • Note on Transliteration
  • Introduction
  • 1. Scriptures and Interpreters
  • 2. The Biblical and Qur’anic Abraham
  • 3. The First Monotheist
  • 4. The Wives of Abraham
  • 5. Sibling Rivals
  • 6. Firstborn Son
  • 7. The Sacrifice of Isaac and Ishmael
  • Conclusion
  • Notes
  • Acknowledgments
  • Index

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