God’s Word, Man’s Interpretations: A Critical Study of the 21st Century English Translations of the Quran evaluates the relative strengths and weaknesses of 30 English translations of the Quran which have come out recently, between 2000 and 2017. This assessment of the Quranic scholarship adumbrates several issues: translatability of the Word of God, translators’ ideological presuppositions and intrusions, the need and relevance of the English ...
Orientalism in English Literature: Perception of Islam and Muslims
The present work, a critical study of sixty (60) complete English translation of the Quran, carried out form 1649 to 2009, seeks to guide readers in selecting a suitable translation for their study out of the many available in bookshops and libraries. For this collection of analytical reviews on each translation, attempts to identify the ideological and sectarian affiliation, mindset, features, and strengths and weaknesses of every translator. A critical study of ...
The Quran: Essential Teachings explains major Quranic terms, concepts, and themes in a simple language. The work is intended to help readers gain a clear idea of the Quranic worldview, particularly the articles of Islamic faith, God-man relationship, religious duties and the Islamic value system. The Divine guidance is elaborated for appreciating better the meaning and message of the Quran. It brings into sharper focus God-oriented life as prescribed by Islam.
