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The Qurʼan: Translation

This book is a translation of The Qurʼan, the central religious text of Islam, rendered into English. It is intended for readers who wish to explore the sacred text's content and spiritual guidance in a modern linguistic context. more

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Abdullah Yusuf Ali
Abdullah Yusuf Ali

Abdullah Yusuf Ali, born on April 14, 1872, and died on December 10, 1953, was a renowned Islamic scholar and translator, best known for his English translation of the Quran. more

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