About the book
A comprehensive and accurate rending of the Qur'an into modern English, approved by Al-Azhar University in Cairo
To followers of Islam, the Qur'an is the literal word of God, revealed through Muhammad, the last of the line of prophets, containing all that is necessary to lead a life of righteousness.
This new bilingual edition, approved by Al-Azhar University, the chief center of Islamic and Arabic learning in the world, offers a comprehensive and accurate rendering of the Qur'an into modern English. The clear, rigorous translation, one of the only English translations available by a native Arabic speaker, is laid out here in dual column format directly opposing the Arabic text to allow the reader to make careful verse by verse comparisons.
• Approved by Al-Azhar University, Cairo
• Easy-to-read translation into modern English
• Index of surahs (chapters)
• English and Arabic headers
• Verse numbers within text in English and Arabic
• Explanatory footnotes in English
Editions of An Interpretation of the Qur'an
- Hardcover
- ISBN 9780814727232
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780814727249
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A comprehensive and accurate rending of the Qur'an into modern English, approved by Al-Azhar University in Cairo
To followers of Islam, the Qur'an is the literal word of God, revealed through Muhammad, the last of the line of prophets, containing all that is necessary to lead a life of righteousness.
This new bilingual edition, approved by Al-Azhar University, the chief center of Islamic and Arabic learning in the world, offers a comprehensive and accurate rendering of the Qur'an into modern English. The clear, rigorous translation, one of the only English translations available by a native Arabic speaker, is laid out here in dual column format directly opposing the Arabic text to allow the reader to make careful verse by verse comparisons.
• Approved by Al-Azhar University, Cairo
• Easy-to-read translation into modern English
• Index of surahs (chapters)
• English and Arabic headers
• Verse numbers within text in English and Arabic
• Explanatory footnotes in English
Frequently Asked Questions
What is An Interpretation of the Qur'an about?
A comprehensive and accurate rending of the Qur'an into modern English, approved by Al-Azhar University in Cairo
To followers of Islam, the Qur'an is the literal word of God, revealed through Muhammad, the last of the line of prophets, containing all that is necessary to lead a life of righteousness.
This new bilingual edition, approved by Al-Azhar University, the chief center of Islamic and Arabic learning in the world, offers a comprehensive and accurate rendering of the Qur'an into modern English. The clear, rigorous translation, one of the only English translations available by a native Arabic speaker, is laid out here in dual column format directly opposing the Arabic text to allow the reader to make careful verse by verse comparisons.
• Approved by Al-Azhar University, Cairo
• Easy-to-read translation into modern English
• Index of surahs (chapters)
• English and Arabic headers
• Verse numbers within text in English and Arabic
• Explanatory footnotes in English
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in An Interpretation of the Qur'an?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Islam > Islam: sacred texts and revered writings > The Koran (Qur’an)
Where can I read a sample of An Interpretation of the Qur'an?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780814727232
How long is An Interpretation of the Qur'an and how many pages does it have?
An Interpretation of the Qur'an has 658 page(s)
Who is/are the Author/s of the book An Interpretation of the Qur'an?
NYU Press
Who is the Publisher of the book An Interpretation of the Qur'an?
NYU Press
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
An Interpretation of the Qur'an is available as hardcover(ISBN 9780814727232) and paperback(ISBN 9780814727249)
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