Understanding the Bible and the Qur’an in historical context
How scholars approach the historical and literary settings of these sacred texts.
Journal
Explainers and essays on the history, scripture and thought of the Abrahamic traditions. Browse every topic.
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The path of Abraham in the Qur’an
How the Qur’an defines the millat Ibrahim, the path of Abraham, and what it asks of its hearers.
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How the Abrahamic religions understand monotheism
A comparative look at the concept of one God in Judaism, Mandaeism, Christianity and Islam.
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Who was Abraham?
The historical and theological figure of Abraham across the traditions, and why Mandaeism parts from him.