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Definition: Literally this means "recitation," but specifically refers to Islamic holy scriptures which Muhammad supposed received orally from God through the angel Gabriel. Muhammad had the revelations written down, and they later became the Muslim holy book.
Also Known As: none
Alternate Spellings: Koran, Coran, Quran
Common Misspellings: none
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