A to Z of Prophets in Islam and Judaism
Both traditions recognize and draw theological and historical lessons from some of the same narrative sources, but this is the first comparative resource to provide interdisciplinary coverage of the history and textual sources associated with prophets and prophecy. This thorough treatment of a difficult and increasingly controversial subject area will encourage and cultivate knowledge and understanding.
Entries are drawn from five main fields:
1. Ancient Near Eastern Studies
2. Bible and Biblical Studies
3. Judaism and Jewish Studies
4. The Quran and Quranic Studies
5. Islam and Islamic Studies
The A to Z of Prophets in Islam and Judaism treat each entry as a compilation of relevant data culled from these different traditions in order to take the reader beyond the expected parameters of research. Originally envisioned as an initial resource for students of comparative religion, the extensive chronology, bibliography, and the overall accessibility of the passages make the book suitable for a much wider audience.
Scott B. Noegel is associate professor of Biblical and Ancient Near Eastern Studies at the University of Washington. He is the associate editor of the Journal of Hebrew Scriptures. His two films, Descent of Ishtar and the Epic of Gilgamesh: Tablet XI, have earned him international accolades.
Brannon M. Wheeler is associate professor of Islamic Studies and chair of Comparative Religion at the University of Washington. Professor Wheeler has taught at several academic institutions including Vanderbilt University and Pennsylvania State University prior to his position at the University of Washington.