Ulum al-Quran (The Sciences of the Quran) by Maulana Gohar Rahman

Ulum al-Quran (The Sciences of the Quran)

Written by the distinguished 20th-century scholar Maulana Gohar Rahman, this work is a comprehensive academic treatise on the various disciplines essential for understanding the Holy Quran. The book is designed to simplify complex Quranic sciences for students and researchers, covering foundational topics such as the history of revelation (Wahi), the compilation of the Quranic text, and the distinction between Makki and Madani verses.

Maulana Gohar Rahman employs a logical and research-oriented methodology, delving into technical areas like Asbab al-Nuzul (reasons for revelation), Nasikh wa Mansukh (abrogated verses), and the miraculous nature of the Quran (I’jaz al-Quran). The text serves as both a textbook and a reference work, providing a bridge between classical scholarship and contemporary needs. It is widely recognized for its scholarly depth, clarity of expression, and its role in equipping readers to counter modern intellectual challenges against Quranic teachings.