The Qur'an (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. Abdullah Yusuf AliBy Abdullah Yusuf Ali
Length22h 1m
About this audiobook
Abdullah Yusuf Ali's The Qur'an is best understood as a landmark English rendering of Islam's sacred scripture, accompanied by extensive notes that seek to clarify language, theology, law, ethics, and spiritual symbolism. Written in a dignified, elevated prose, it preserves something of the rhythmic solemnity of the Arabic while situating the text within a broad scriptural and literary context. Its commentary reflects early twentieth-century comparative religion, moral philosophy, and a deep concern to make Qur'anic meanings intelligible to English-speaking readers. Yusuf Ali (1872–1953), an Indian Muslim scholar, civil servant, and man of letters educated in both Islamic and British intellectual traditions, brought to this work unusual linguistic sensitivity and cultural range. His experiences in colonial India and Britain, as well as his commitment to explaining Islam beyond inherited communal boundaries, shaped his desire to present the Qur'an as a universal moral and spiritual guide rather than merely a sectarian text. This edition is recommended for readers seeking a historically influential English interpretation of the Qur'an, especially those interested in the meeting of faith, literature, and modern scholarship. While best read alongside other translations, it remains a profound and formative work.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreSpirituality and Religion
Length22 hrs 1 min
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateMar 1, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Strong's Bible Concordance
26Sūra XX: Ta-Ha
2Introduction
27Sūra XXI: Al-Anbiya
3Synopsis
28Sūra XXII: Al-Hajj
4Historical Context
29Sūra XXIII: Al-Mumenoon
5Author Biography
30Sūra XXIV: Al-Noor
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6The Qur’an
31Sūra XXV: Al-Furqan
7Sūra I: Al-Fatiha
32Sūra XXVI: Al-Shuara
8Sūra II: Al-Baqara
33Sūra XXVII: Al-Naml
9Sūra III: Al-e-Imran
34Sūra XXVIII: Al-Qasas
10Sūra IV: An-Nisa
35Sūra XXIX: Al-Ankaboot
11Sūra V: Al-Maeda
36Sūra XXX: Al-Room
12Sūra VI: Al-Anaam
37Sūra XXXI: Luqman
13Sūra VII: Al-Araf
38Sūra XXXII: As-Sajda
14Sūra VIII: Al-Anfal
39Sūra XXXIII: Al-Ahzab
15Sūra IX: Al-Tawba
40Sūra XXXIV: Saba
16Sūra X: Yunus
41Sūra XXXV: Fatir
17Sūra XI: Hud
42Sūra XXXVI: Ya-Seen
18Sūra XII: Yusuf
43Sūra XXXVII: As-Saaffat
19Sūra XIII: Al-Rad
44Sūra XXXVIII: Sad
20Sūra XIV: Ibrahim
45Sūra XXXIX: Az-Zumar
21Sūra XV: Al-Hijr
46Sūra XL: Al-Ghafir
22Sūra XVI: An-Nahl
47Sūra XLI: Fussilat
23Sūra XVII: Al-Isra
48Sūra XLII: Ash-Shura
24Sūra XVIII: Al-Kahf
49Sūra XLIII: Az-Zukhruf
25Sūra XIX: Maryam
50Sūra XLIV: Ad-Dukhan
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