Product Review
"One of the best English translations of the last few decades. The language is both lucid and faithful to the original Arabic." —Scott C. Alexander, PhD, associate professor, Islamic Studies; director, Catholic-Muslim studies, Catholic Theological Union
"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 Ünal's annotated translation." —Dr. Bernadette Andrea, University of Texas–San Antonio
"Present[s] a clearly Islamic understanding of the text which neither panders to political correctness nor seeks unnecessary conflict or confrontation with non-Muslim communities." —Robert Hunt, director, global theological education, Southern Methodist University
Product Description
A timely addition to the literature on the holy book of Islam, this translation provides both the original Arabic verse as well as extensive explanations and interpretations in modern English. Additional commentary is offered on the the social and historical aspects of Islam, as well as the existence and unity of God, the concept of resurrection, and other theological complexities. Several special glossaries detailing the names of God and Qur'an vocabulary are also included.