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Release Date:
March 2, 2006
Original Title:
Decoding the Past: Secrets of the Koran
Genres:
Documentary | History
Production Companies:
Towers Productions
Production Countries:
United States of America
Ratings / Certifications:
N/A
Runtime: 91
The Koran is one of the most important works ever written. For almost one billion people worldwide, it is the Holy Scripture, the word of God and his prophet. For others, it is a historical artifact that has left an indelible imprint on the world. DECODING THE PAST: SECRETS OF THE KORAN probes the heart of the work that many outside Islam find mysterious. This feature-length program examines the history of the verses and their implications for modern times, as well as the striking similarities and differences between the Koran and the Bible. Trace the influence of the Koran from the Golden Age of Islam to the modern rise of jihadism, and hear from top Islamic scholars and holy men as they share their insights into the work that lies at the foundation of one of the world's great religions. THE HISTORY CHANNEL provides the perfect guide to understanding the fundamental work that has shaped the Muslim faith for over 1,400 years, and will long continue to influence modern history.
Associate Editor:
Vanessa Buccella
Jeff Hartvigsen
Alisa Lipsitt
Brendan Murphy
Mike Costello
Associate Producer:
Stacy Wolff
Sarah Pagura
Casting:
Alison LeFevre
Katie Bryan
Director of Photography:
Greg Gricus
Editor:
Neal Oswald
Finishing Producer:
Andrea Mortensen
Corinne Whitney
Music:
Steve Mullen
Musician:
Fareed Haque
Producer:
Alex Flaster
Production Assistant:
Mark Dudzinski
Production Manager:
Mike Schmiedeler
Waydell Walker
Story Developer:
Risé Sanders-Weir
Betsy Steinberg
Supervising Producer:
Matthew Palm
Writer:
Risé Sanders-Weir
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