The Koran (Quran)
by Prophet Muhammad
Censorship Status
Banned in Various secular states historically, Some periods in China
Reason: Religious content, political implications in secular states
The holy book of Islam, banned in various secular or anti-Islamic contexts.
Why The Koran (Quran) Was Banned
Censorship Concerns
This work challenged religious doctrine or contained content deemed blasphemous by religious authorities.
Specifically, The Koran (Quran) was targeted for: Religious content, political implications in secular states. The book's themes and content were deemed threatening to the social, political, or religious order in multiple countries.
Why Read The Koran (Quran) Today?
- ✓ Historical Significance: Understand why this book was considered dangerous enough to ban.
- ✓ Intellectual Freedom: Support the right to read diverse perspectives and challenging ideas.
- ✓ Critical Thinking: Engage with ideas that authorities didn't want people to consider.
- ✓ Cultural Understanding: Gain insight into the fears and concerns of different societies and eras.
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