This dissertation explores the application of narrative analysis to five Qur'anic stories in Surat al-Kahf, the eighteenth chapter of the Qur'an. Traditional Qur'anic exegesis treats the narratives atomistically, giving great attention to the historical details, whilst contemporary Western scholarship approaches Qur'anic…

The concern for the realization of a prophetic announcement in the books of Kings is evident from the frequent fulfillment claims. Fulfillment details are often included in the formulaic notice to highlight its miraculous nature. However, as one correlates the prediction with the fulfillment details, there are noticeable discrepancies. This study…