The Original Sources of the Quran

In "The Original Sources of the Quran," William St. Clair Tisdall explores diverse influences on Islamic scripture, from Arabian customs to Zoroastrian beliefs. Tisdall scrutinizes Quranic narratives like the Miraj and concepts such as Paradise, contrasting them with pre-Islamic and non-Islamic sources. Delving into subjects like Cain and Abel, Abraham, and the Queen of Sheba, he analyzes their portrayal in the Quran. The book, structured across six chapters, examines ancient Arabian beliefs, Jewish and Sabian influences, Christian traditions, and Zoroastrian elements.