{"product_id":"the-language-of-the-taj-mahal-islam-prayer-and-the-religion-of-shah-jahan-9780755637898","title":"The Language of the Taj Mahal: Islam, Prayer, and the Religion of Shah Jahan","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe Taj Mahal is a mausoleum built by Shah Jahan for his wife Mumtaz Mahal. This book examines the inscriptions on the monument, providing translations, commentary, and interpretation of the texts. It also explores the foundational elements of Islam, the faith of Shah Jahan, and the significance of the Taj Mahal today. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 288 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 18 May 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Bloomsbury Publishing PLC\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Taj Mahal, a majestic mausoleum constructed by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan (1592-1666 CE) in honor of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal (1593-1631 CE), stands as a remarkable testament to the world of architecture. This captivating book delves deeper into the enigmatic allure of the Taj Mahal, exploring its inscriptions within the broader realms of architectural, historical, and biographical contexts. The inscriptions adorning this iconic masterpiece comprise verses from twenty-two distinct chapters of the Quran, yet their profound meaning and significance often elude non-Muslim visitors or those who lack the ability to read them. This groundbreaking work is the first dedicated solely to the inscriptions of the Taj Mahal, offering comprehensive translations, insightful commentary, and illuminating interpretations of these texts. Moreover, the book employs the inscriptions as a unique lens through which to study the architectural marvel, shedding light on the foundational principles of Islam, the faith of Shah Jahan, and the enduring significance of the Taj Mahal in modern times.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 234 x 156 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9780755637898\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Michael D.Calabria","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44257580384506,"sku":"9780755637898","price":32.09,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1685112051659_book.jpg?v=1685281865","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/the-language-of-the-taj-mahal-islam-prayer-and-the-religion-of-shah-jahan-9780755637898","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}