The Holy Qur’an
The Holy Qur’an by Abdullah Yusuf Ali, published by Wordsworth Editions in 2000, is a significant English translation of the sacred book of Islam. Spanning 537 pages, this edition presents the word of God as revealed to the Prophet Muhammad over 23 years through the angel Gabriel. The text reflects the historical process of its compilation, beginning with the first Caliph Abu Bakar and later recompiled by the third Caliph Uthman, ensuring its preservation and authenticity.
Readers will find that this translation aims to convey the original meanings of the Qur’an while acknowledging the importance of translation in making Islamic teachings accessible to a broader audience. The work emphasizes the belief that the Qur’an’s truths are best understood in classical Arabic, yet it serves as a vital resource for those seeking to explore the principles of Islam and its sacred writings. This edition is designed to facilitate understanding and appreciation of the Qur’an’s significance in the context of religion and spirituality.
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Translated by Abdullah Yusuf Ali, The Holy Qur’an (also known as The Koran) is the sacred book of Islam. It is the word of God whose truth was revealed to the Prophet Muhammad through the angel Gabriel over a period of 23 years. As it was revealed, so it was committed to memory by his companions, though written copies were also made by literate believers during the lifetime of the Prophet.
The first full compilation was by Abu Bakar, the first Caliph, and it was then recompiled in the original dialect by the third Caliph Uthman, after the best reciters had fallen in battle. Muslims believe that the truths of The Holy Qur’an are fully and authentically revealed only in the original classical Arabic. However, as the influence of Islam grows and spreads to the modern world, it is recognised that translation is an important element in introducing and explaining Islam to a wider audience.
This translation, by Abdullah Yusuf Ali, is considered to be the most faithful rendering available in English.
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