The language of the Quran is Arabic, specifically Arabic as spoken at the time of its revelation during the period 610 AD - 632 AD. Since the Quran has a strong influence over the lives of around 1.5 billion Muslims, everyone, Muslim or non-Muslim, should have some knowledge about what it says, just as all educated people should know what is in the Bible. "The Koran Interpreted" by Arthur Arberry IntroductionĪs a Muslim, understanding the Quran is vitally important to me, since I believe that it is the direct word of God and I need to know what He requires of me.
"The Quran: English Meanings and Notes" by Saheeh International "Quran in English: Clear, Pure, Easy to Read" by Talal Itani Other Quran translations discussed on this page. “The Meaning of the Holy Qur'an” by Abdullah Yusuf Ali “The message of the Qur’an” – translated and explained by Muhammad Asad "The Study Quran - A New Translation and Commentary" - Edited by Seyyed Hossain Nasr “The Qur’an – a new translation" by MAS Abdel Haleem However if you want to skip immediately to a specific translation you are interested, use the quick links below. I recommend reading the introduction section below.
Non-Muslims should also know what the Quran says, in view of its importance to Muslims.