The Qur'an with Annotated Interpretation in Modern English - Softcover

Unal, Ali

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9781597841443: The Qur'an with Annotated Interpretation in Modern English

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ISBN 10: 1597841447 ISBN 13: 9781597841443

Publisher: Tughra Books, 2008

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A timely addition to literature on the holy book of Islam, this translation provides the Arabic text as well as extensive explanations and interpretations on most verses. The use of modern English both in the translation and the commentaries, and the focus on social and historical aspects of Islam in the commentaries and appendices make the translation particularly accessible.

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"The eloquence and deep learning of this volume speaks to people from all faiths. Framed by an introduction, extensive notes, and several appendices from a master of tafsir and ta�wil (Qur�anic interpretation and commentary), this volume attests to the universal appeal of Islam�s holiest book. Readers, who are new to the study of the Qur�an, as well as those who are already immersed in its beauty, will benefit immensely from Unal's annotated translation."

-- Professor Bernadette Andrea, University of Texas at San Antonio

"The introductory material explaining both the provenance and interpretation of the Qur'an is among the most useful I have encountered in existing editions. Non-Muslim readers will certainly benefit from the general explanation of interpretation and commentary on the Qur'an, as well as the clear explication of how the text is presented in this edition. And here I compliment you on presenting a clearly Islamic understanding of the text which neither panders to political correctness nor seeks unnecessary conflict or confrontation with non-Muslim communities. It is increasingly recognized that casual readers of the Qur'an are more likely to be confused than enlightened if they simply read a literal translation in its given order."

--Robert Hunt, Professor of Religion, Southern Methodist University

"Ali Unal's translation is one of the best English translations of the last few decades. The language is both lucid and faithful to the original Arabic. The commentary is extremely valuable for two main reasons. The first is the degree to which it roots itself in the classical tafsir tradition, bringing to its audience the insights of centuries of classical Qur'an interpretation. The second is its focus on the spiritual teachings and implications of the verses--a focus that is far too rare in many other contemporary commentaries."

--Scott C. Alexander, Professor of Islamic Studies, Catholic Theological Union

About the Author:

Ali �nal is the editor of Islam Addresses Contemporary Issues and The Resurrection and the Afterlife, a columnist for Zaman Daily Newspaper, and the author of Advocate of Dialogue, Crossroads, and Essentials Concepts in the Holy Qur'an.

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