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200896 minNot Rateddocumentary

3.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Social Inequality Peace Building

Inside the Koran

200896 minNot Rateddocumentary

3.7/ 10(3 ratings)• TMDB

Antony Thomas investigates various interpretations of the Koran, focusing on themes of equality, punishment, and political agendas in modern Islamic thought.

Social Inequality Peace Building

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Rainer Wolffhardt

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Antony Thomas investigates various interpretations of the Koran, focusing on themes of equality, punishment, and political agendas in modern Islamic thought.

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Vanessa Jungcast

Nick Wildercast

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Antony Thomas questions the teachings of the Koran in "Inside the Koran." The film investigates themes such as equality, punishment, peace, and suicide bombing. It discusses how leaders and nations interpret the text to support various political and social agendas. These interpretations can lead to drastically different actions. The documentary presents a variety of perspectives on how the Koran is used, reflecting on its role in contemporary Islamic thought. It lasts 96 minutes and was released in 2008.

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