One of the most influential books in the history of literature,
recognized as the greatest literary masterpiece in Arabic, the Qur'an is
the supreme authority and living source of all Islamic teaching, the
sacred text that sets out the creed, rituals, ethics, and laws of Islam.
Yet despite the growing interest in Islamic teachings and culture, there
has never been a truly satisfactory English translation of the Qur'an,
until now.
This superb new translation of the Qur'an is written in contemporary
language that remains faithful to the meaning and spirit of the
original, making the text crystal clear while retaining all of this
great work's eloquence. The translation is accurate and completely free
from the archaisms, incoherence, and alien structures that mar existing
translations. Thus, for the first time, English-speaking readers will
have a text of the Qur'an which is easy to use and comprehensible.
Furthermore, Haleem includes notes that explain geographical,
historical, and personal allusions as well as an index in which Qur'anic
material is arranged into topics for easy reference. His introduction
traces the history of the Qur'an, examines its structure and stylistic
features, and considers issues related to militancy, intolerance, and
the subjection of women.
Clearly written and filled with helpful information and guidance, this
brilliant translation of the Qur'an is the best available introduction
to the faith of Moslems around the world.
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