Publisher : Cerf - Paris
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Muhammad Through the Historians’ Lens
Co-edited by Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi and John Tolan
As Islam’s founding prophet, Muhammad stands among history’s most transformative figures, shaping both East and West. Revered by millions yet often controversial, he remains surprisingly little understood—despite thousands of works devoted to him.
While his historical existence is widely acknowledged, the traditional account of his life continues to fuel debate. Yet a scholarly revolution is transforming our understanding, though its findings have remained largely confined to academic circles.
This groundbreaking work—the first of its kind—brings together fifty international scholars and, across 2,000 pages, presents a comprehensive and critical synthesis of past scholarship and current research on the Prophet of Islam.
An unprecedented bridge between scholarship and society.
A decisive step toward authentic mutual understanding and lasting peace.
Codirigé par Mohammad Ali Amir-Moezzi et John Tolan
Figure incontournable de l’islam, Mahomet est l’un des personnages les plus marquants de l’histoire de l’humanité, façonnant l’Orient comme l’Occident. Vénéré par des myriades de fidèles, mais aussi cible de controverses, il demeure, malgré les milliers d’ouvrages à son sujet, méconnu.
Si son existence historique est largement admise, le récit traditionnel de sa vie a toujours alimenté les débats. Mais une véritable révolution scientifique est désormais en marche, dont les découvertes sont restées confinées aux cercles académiques. Jusqu’à aujourd’hui.
Première mondiale, ce monument savant et accessible, qui réunit cinquante spécialistes internationaux, offre, en deux mille pages, une synthèse complète et critique des travaux passés et des recherches présentes sur le Prophète de l’islam.
Une entreprise de divulgation scientifique inédite.
Un pont jeté entre la science et le grand public.
Une avancée décisive pour une connaissance mutuelle authentique et une paix véritable.
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