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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful modern translation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Reflections from a Christian Reader
This review will approach the work from three different perspectives. A scholarly review based on the translation. My own general reactions to the content of the Qur'an. And my analysis of the document as a Bible Believing Christian.SCHOLARLY REVIEWI very much appreciated the introduction. As a professor of biblical studies, I appreciated Haleem's discussion of issues relating to translation, interpretation in context, and exegesis. All of these things have parallels in my own field and were very helpful in understanding how different interpretations shape different Islamic perspectives. Haleel himself seems to embrace a more progressive form of Islam and uses context to challenge some more fundamentalist Muslim interpretations. I am sensitive to these kinds of concerns in my own faith, and I felt he made a good case for his views.While I cannot translate Arabic, I am very familiar with the challenges of translation due to my studies in Biblical Greek and Hebrew. I cannot speak to the accuracy of his translation, but I found the translation very readable. With his scholarly background, I suspect this is a very good translation from and linguistic perspective as well.GENERAL REACTIONSReading the Qur'an was a fascinating experience. Many non-Muslim westerners have the impression that it is all killing infidels and wife beating. This actually accounts for a very small portion of the text which many, like Haleem, would say need to be carefully contextualized. The document is primarily about devotion and submission to God. While I was not drawn into believing the Qur'an is of a divine inspiration, I can appreciate the zeal it represents.ANALYSIS AS A BIBLE BELIEVING CHRISTIANMuch could be said here, but I will limit my discussion to two issues. First, what was missing most. The Qur'an says much about obedience and devotion. And it briefly mentions the need for the believer to love God. But it says nothing about God loving the believer. Reading the Qur'an, I did not find a God who loves His creation. He has expectations, but no love. Not stated anyway. I find this tragic, and my prayer is that Muslims may find a God who loves them by reading the Bible - the True Scriptures.From an apologetic perspective, one point stands out that, to me, proves the Qur'an could not have come by divine inspiration. Any scholar knows how wrong it is to misrepresent an opposing argument by creating a straw man. When the Qur'an attempts to refute the Trinity, it never comes close to describing the real doctrine of the Trinity. It suggests that Mary is part of the Trinity, which no Christian teacher I know of has ever held. Considering that this was written centuries after the Council of Nicaea, not to mention the New Testament, such a misrepresentation is difficult to fathom. In addition, the Qur'an consistently describes Trinitarian belief as involving "partner gods." The Trinity teaches One God who eternally exists in three persons, it does not teach multiple gods of partner gods. To disagree is one thing, but If God truly wanted to correct the Trinity, He would certainly describe the real doctrine rather than refuting a fabrication.I am very grateful for this fine English Translation, and very glad to have read the Qur'an. Having read it, I am more convinced than ever that the true God is the Trinitarian God of love found in the Christian Scriptures.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great English Translation!
As a new revert, I really enjoyed the clarity and smooth reading experience this translation provided. It was while I was reading this Qur’an that I crossed over from seeker to believer. This is an invaluable book that I will continue to read again and again.
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Translation
I found this to be a truly enjoyable as well as interesting read. The notes were easy to understand and made the text more intelligible by providing background information on both the historical context and certain aspects of some Arabic words and phrases. What I particularly enjoyed, however, was the translator’s ability to at times use an English phrase that had just a slight bit of humor or cleverness or straightforwardness to it. “What is wrong with you?” Is not a phrase I would expect in a holy book but it worked perfectly in its setting.I’m not sure how a Muslim or person already familiar with the Qur’an would like Haleem’s work but I think it’s a very good option for a first time English speaking reader of this sacred book.
5.0 out of 5 stars great translation
This is the best translation I have found of the Holy Quran. Greatly recommended. Very inspiring. Read with an open heart.
4.0 out of 5 stars Mostly Good, Except for a Typo in Chaptor 76
In the Kindle E-book, in Chaptor 76, the numbers for verses 14-18 are jumbled
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To read or not to read? This one is a no brainer.
I'm not Muslim but for a non Muslim this is one of the best versions, with all its annotations and additional content to dip into. If you want to learn more about Islam or Islamic Philosophy this version is great. I would MUCH Rather recommend this over the Wordsworth edition. Just trust me it is worth adding to any philosophical bookshelf. High quality paper and everything you expect from a Oxford World Classics Edition
Arrived in great condition
Book arrived in great condition, pages are a little thin though like with bibles
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Il libro è molto esauriente, bello e soddisfacente. Sopratutto le note a pie di pagina e l'introduzione. Traduzione stupenda e chiara.
I have never seen a better English translation !
If I had money I would gift it to everyone I knew!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful modern translation.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Reflections from a Christian Reader
This review will approach the work from three different perspectives. A scholarly review based on the translation. My own general reactions to the content of the Qur'an. And my analysis of the document as a Bible Believing Christian.SCHOLARLY REVIEWI very much appreciated the introduction. As a professor of biblical studies, I appreciated Haleem's discussion of issues relating to translation, interpretation in context, and exegesis. All of these things have parallels in my own field and were very helpful in understanding how different interpretations shape different Islamic perspectives. Haleel himself seems to embrace a more progressive form of Islam and uses context to challenge some more fundamentalist Muslim interpretations. I am sensitive to these kinds of concerns in my own faith, and I felt he made a good case for his views.While I cannot translate Arabic, I am very familiar with the challenges of translation due to my studies in Biblical Greek and Hebrew. I cannot speak to the accuracy of his translation, but I found the translation very readable. With his scholarly background, I suspect this is a very good translation from and linguistic perspective as well.GENERAL REACTIONSReading the Qur'an was a fascinating experience. Many non-Muslim westerners have the impression that it is all killing infidels and wife beating. This actually accounts for a very small portion of the text which many, like Haleem, would say need to be carefully contextualized. The document is primarily about devotion and submission to God. While I was not drawn into believing the Qur'an is of a divine inspiration, I can appreciate the zeal it represents.ANALYSIS AS A BIBLE BELIEVING CHRISTIANMuch could be said here, but I will limit my discussion to two issues. First, what was missing most. The Qur'an says much about obedience and devotion. And it briefly mentions the need for the believer to love God. But it says nothing about God loving the believer. Reading the Qur'an, I did not find a God who loves His creation. He has expectations, but no love. Not stated anyway. I find this tragic, and my prayer is that Muslims may find a God who loves them by reading the Bible - the True Scriptures.From an apologetic perspective, one point stands out that, to me, proves the Qur'an could not have come by divine inspiration. Any scholar knows how wrong it is to misrepresent an opposing argument by creating a straw man. When the Qur'an attempts to refute the Trinity, it never comes close to describing the real doctrine of the Trinity. It suggests that Mary is part of the Trinity, which no Christian teacher I know of has ever held. Considering that this was written centuries after the Council of Nicaea, not to mention the New Testament, such a misrepresentation is difficult to fathom. In addition, the Qur'an consistently describes Trinitarian belief as involving "partner gods." The Trinity teaches One God who eternally exists in three persons, it does not teach multiple gods of partner gods. To disagree is one thing, but If God truly wanted to correct the Trinity, He would certainly describe the real doctrine rather than refuting a fabrication.I am very grateful for this fine English Translation, and very glad to have read the Qur'an. Having read it, I am more convinced than ever that the true God is the Trinitarian God of love found in the Christian Scriptures.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great English Translation!
As a new revert, I really enjoyed the clarity and smooth reading experience this translation provided. It was while I was reading this Qur’an that I crossed over from seeker to believer. This is an invaluable book that I will continue to read again and again.
5.0 out of 5 stars Engaging Translation
I found this to be a truly enjoyable as well as interesting read. The notes were easy to understand and made the text more intelligible by providing background information on both the historical context and certain aspects of some Arabic words and phrases. What I particularly enjoyed, however, was the translator’s ability to at times use an English phrase that had just a slight bit of humor or cleverness or straightforwardness to it. “What is wrong with you?” Is not a phrase I would expect in a holy book but it worked perfectly in its setting.I’m not sure how a Muslim or person already familiar with the Qur’an would like Haleem’s work but I think it’s a very good option for a first time English speaking reader of this sacred book.
5.0 out of 5 stars great translation
This is the best translation I have found of the Holy Quran. Greatly recommended. Very inspiring. Read with an open heart.
4.0 out of 5 stars Mostly Good, Except for a Typo in Chaptor 76
In the Kindle E-book, in Chaptor 76, the numbers for verses 14-18 are jumbled
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To read or not to read? This one is a no brainer.
I'm not Muslim but for a non Muslim this is one of the best versions, with all its annotations and additional content to dip into. If you want to learn more about Islam or Islamic Philosophy this version is great. I would MUCH Rather recommend this over the Wordsworth edition. Just trust me it is worth adding to any philosophical bookshelf. High quality paper and everything you expect from a Oxford World Classics Edition
Arrived in great condition
Book arrived in great condition, pages are a little thin though like with bibles
Compratelo!
Il libro è molto esauriente, bello e soddisfacente. Sopratutto le note a pie di pagina e l'introduzione. Traduzione stupenda e chiara.
I have never seen a better English translation !
If I had money I would gift it to everyone I knew!
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