A Critical Review of the Historical Background Of Orientalists and the Study of the Qur'an

Abstract

This research paper is intended to critically examine the historical background and study of the Qur'an by Orientalists and to describe the various aspects arising out of the research style. A review of the literature has shown that Orientalism is a study of the Eastern world. The term has a variety of meanings as the movement discusses Eastern languages, literature, civilizations and religions. It is usually a difficult task to determine the basic theme, goals, and history of Orientalists because of the different colors of Eastern culture, religion, art, and even politics. Here we may be able to present a thematic study on the methods of the Orientalists in the study of Sira. Historically, Orientalists have played a perpetual and constant role in distorting the image of Islam. From the beginning of Islam until now, they have never tried to cover up the facts and various aspects of the life of the Holy Qur'an and the Prophet (peace and blessings of Allaah be upon him) in particular and the general aspects of Islam. Couldn't even imagine. The main reason for this persistence is that they set their goals before researching Islam and the biography of the Prophet. This is a fundamental flaw in the Orientalist approach to the study of Islam that needs to be understood