Synopses & Reviews
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.
Synopsis
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.
About the Author
Ali Ünal 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.