This axis brings together 1 instance of the use of this verse in the books of Muhammad Shahrur, linking it to the concepts and arguments that appear around it.
Text of the Verse as Cited
These are reports of the towns which We relate to you; among them are those still standing and those mown down.
Brief Reading
Shahrur considers it evidence that Qur’anic narratives present historical reports open to reading and benefit.
Axes
- Narrative and historical
Related Concepts
- Reports of history: 2
Its Place in the Network of Concepts
It is connected to the function of narrative as meaningful historical report.
The Verse’s Role in the Argument
- Support: 1
Instances of Use
- Qur’anic Narratives, vol. 1, p. 17: He takes it as evidence that Qur’anic narratives offer historical reports open to reading and benefit, rather than mythical tales.
- Concept: Reports of history
- Function of the verse here: Support
- Textual witness: “And His saying, Exalted is He: {These are reports of the towns which We relate to you; among them are those still standing and those mown down} (Hud 100).”
Related Books
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