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Quran for All Seasons

Quran for All Seasons

Written by: Joseph Lumbard
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Contemporary Quranic Studies dedicated to holistic engagement with the Quran through scholarly and spiritual reflections upon the text. Quran for All Seasons draws upon the depth and breadth of the Islamic tradition to facilitate discussions of the Quran that transcend creedal and ideological divisions.

Hosted by Joseph Lumbard of the College of Islamic Studies at Hamad Bin Khalifa University, the podcast provides an ongoing commentary on the Quran, what some might call a contemplation, or tadabbur, of the Quran. The first two seasons provide reflections upon the most frequently read and recited sūrahs of the Quran, such as the Fātiḥa, and the short ṣūrahs at the end of the Quran.  

Future seasons will delve into central Quranic Teachings and major Quranic Themes, with the occasional deep dive into the implications of a particular Quranic verse or even a particular word and podcasts that discuss issues central to the field of Quranic Studies. These will be complemented by episodes that examine the "Jewels of the Quran," those sūrahs and verses that are central Muslim devotional life and the understanding of the Quran.

The podcast is made possible by a generous grant from the Radius Foundation.

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Episodes
  • Sūrat al-Kahf 47-59: Episode 2.7

    Sūrat al-Kahf 47-59: Episode 2.7
    Jun 10 2021

    The "life review" on the Day Judgment; Iblis’ refusal to bow to Adam; and the consequences of accepting the exchange Satan offers, taking his wilāya in place of the wilāya of God.
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    40 mins
  • Sūrat al-Kahf, 32-46: Episode 2.6

    Sūrat al-Kahf, 32-46: Episode 2.6
    May 26 2021

    This episode examines the parable of the wealthy disbeliever, its lessons regarding the adornments of the world, and the manner in which the parable relates to broader Quranic themes as well as the other stories in Sūrat al-Kahf.
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    35 mins
  • Sūrat al-Kahf, 22-31: Episode 2.5

    Sūrat al-Kahf, 22-31: Episode 2.5
    May 7 2021

    This episode examines the end of the story of the Companions of the Cave and the injunctions that come after it in verses 22 through 31 of Sūrat al-Kahf. These injunctions touch upon the manner in which one should handle disputes, how to interpret Quranic narratives, the structure of society, and the importance of actions.
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    39 mins
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