Advances the method of isn?d-cum-matn analysis for unravelling complex aspects of early Islamic history Establishes the earliest dating of the Qur?anic codex based on the study of hadith Contributes to the textual history of the Qur'an Examines the claims regarding the integrity of the text of the Qur'an Uses case studies of the verses on stoning and breastfeeding, making it relevant to contemporary studies in the field This book investigates Muslim narratives on Qur?anic distortion through a meticulous analysis of hadith. Using isn?d-cum-matn analysis, Seyfeddin Kara discovers the historical origins of this disputed claim and illuminates the dynamic interplay between Sunni and Shi?i traditionists. He demonstrates that isn?d-cum-matn analysis is not only an important tool for dating hadiths but also crucial for uncovering forgeries. By identifying the individuals responsible, he provides new explanations of forgery culture in early Muslim society. Kara illuminates debates over the textual integrity and evolution of the written Qur?anic text, offering insights into the enigmatic early history of Islam. By pushing the boundaries of isn?d-cum-matn analysis, this book makes methodological advancements in the study of early Islamic history and contributes to its reconstruction on the question of the canonised Qur'an's integrity.