PROPHET JONAH BETWEEN THE BIBLE AND THE HOLY QUR’ĀN

Journal Title: Asian Journal Social Sciences & Humanities - Year 2012, Vol 1, Issue 2

Abstract

 The Qur’ān says, “Surely in the narratives of these, there is a lesson for the people of understanding”. The noble Qur’ān quotes significant incidents and actions of the noble Prophets for certain specific goals. The article, “Prophet Jonah between the Bible and the Qur’ān” is a comparative study, which focuses on the similarities and differences between the stage to stage developments of the story of Prophet Jonah as described in the Bible and the Qur’an. It also explains at the end, the lessons derived from the story for healthier society.

Authors and Affiliations

Haleema Sadia, Janas Khan, SyedNaeem Badshah, Karim Dad, Khadija Aziz

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Haleema Sadia, Janas Khan, SyedNaeem Badshah, Karim Dad, Khadija Aziz (2012).  PROPHET JONAH BETWEEN THE BIBLE AND THE HOLY QUR’ĀN. Asian Journal Social Sciences & Humanities, 1(2), 134-141. https://europub.co.uk/articles/-A-87069